Student Camp at Skycroft
See Lives Changed
As a leader, you want to see your students impacted by the life-changing gospel of Christ. But it’s easy to get bogged down with the logistics of planning engaging experiences for your students that make room for spiritual growth.
The good news is you don’t have to do this alone! Your time and energy is limited and should be spent on relational ministry—investing in the everyday lives of your students. We want to be your partner in ministry and help your students encounter the gospel like never before. That’s why we intentionally infuse the gospel into every detail and high-energy activity so that campers can go deeper with Christ and with each other.
With Crossings as your ministry partner, you are freed up to focus on your students and see powerful life change!
All-Inclusive Amenities
Intentional Staff
Premium Activities
High-Energy Activities
Meaningful experiences shouldn’t be boring. We want campers to make memories they’ll be talking about for the rest of their lives. That’s why we offer a wide variety of activities designed to help your group grow closer together as they grow closer to God in a fun-filled, engaging environment.
Color Wars
Wide Range of Experiences
Trained Staff Supervising All Activities
Cream-of-the-Crop Staff
Crossings summer staff is an energetic, authentic, relationship-driven team of college students. They are passionate about Christ and making Christ known to all campers. Team members go through a competitive application process; extensive background checks; in-depth interviews; and an intensive, pre-camp training that includes Bible study and evangelism instruction. Our staff is ready to have fun and build meaningful relationships with your students.
Carefully Selected Team
High-Energy Leaders
Extensive Staff Training
Gospel-Saturated Week
We believe that making space to deliberately focus on your relationship with God creates the opportunity for powerful life change. That’s why we create an intentional environment without normal distractions of daily life and deliberately infuse the gospel into every detail of your group’s experience.
Christ-centered Worship
Distraction-Free Environment
Staff-led Bible Studies
Clear Gospel Presentations
All inClusive Camp Experience
Meals
Meals are prepared on property and included for all guests.
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Staff-Led Worship + Bible Studies
Crossings staff lead daily worship and Bible studies—so you can focus on relational ministry.
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Premium Activities
Enjoy a wide variety of premium on-site activities, from ziplining and bazooka ball to laser tags and sports fields.
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Lodging
Stay in dorm-style lodging with other members of your church and fellow camp groups.
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Coffee Shop
Caffeinate and grab snacks at our camp coffee shop.
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Group Leader Lounge
Recharge in our lounge designed specifically for church group leaders while your campers are having a blast with Crossings staff.
A Day in the Life of a Camper
Morning
Breakfast
Breakfast
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into four 20-minute segments according to your group’s tribe assignment. Breakfast will happen from 7:10 am-8:30 am.
Group Leader Meeting
Morning Recreation Rotation
This rotation will consist of: Morning Cel, Large Group, Small Group, and CROSSBOWL. Times will vary based on camp tribe assignments.
Bible Study
Bible Study
Daily in-depth exposition of God’s Word led by our camp pastor. The camp is segmented into high school and middle school to allow focused teaching. After Bible study, our staffers lead a time of discussion and application with your students. This activity is included in the Morning Rotation. Times will vary based on tribe assignment.
Afternoon
Lunch
Lunch
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into four 25-minute segments according to your group’s tribe assignment. Lunch will happen from 11:20 am - 12:35 pm.
Free Time
Circuits/Adventures
Point of ImpactWe fill your students’ afternoons with high-energy indoor and outdoor activities on our beautiful properties. At the end of each POI, our staffers spend a few minutes discussing with students how that particular activity illustrates the Gospel. Participants will rotate around POIs and Lake Recreation in the afternoons. Times will vary based on your group's tribe assignment.
Color Wars
Color Wars
This is a time within the afternoon where participants will rotate between Lake Recreation and POIs. Please reference the dress code for appropriate swimwear. Times will vary based on your group's tribe assignment.
Church Group Time
Church Group Time
This is a designated time for you, the Group Leader, to connect with your students through devotions, discussions, team building activities, or simply hanging out. This designated time will happen twice. Once in the afternoon and once in the evening. Times will vary based on your group's tribe assignment.
Evening
Dinner
Dinner
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into four 25-minute segments according to your group’s tribe assignment. Dinner will happen from 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm.
Worship
Church Checkpoint
Church Checkpoint
A designated time for you to meet with your group, debrief, worship, and pray together. This designated time will be a part of the evening rotation. Times will vary based on your group's tribe assignment.
Shack Time Rotation
The last hoorah before lights out.The Shack will be open to purchase tasty treats and beverages. During this time, you and the staff continue developing relationships with your students. This year there will four separate shack time experiences. These will take place in four different locations, including unique menu items, and including CROSSBOWL competitions. Times will vary based on your group's tribe assignment.
Lights Out
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Where are We?
Located on almost 350 acres atop scenic South Mountain in Frederick County, Skycroft provides a distraction-free environment for students to connect with God and each other while enjoying a wide range of premium activities.
Activities & Adventures
Cookie Decorating
Cookie Decorating
Discover your inner cookie artist skills in this fun, engaging POl! You'll learn easy techniques using royal icing to create your own sugar cookie masterpieces.
Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts
Are you creative and artistic? Or do you want to inspire your creative side? Arts and Crafts is for you! No matter your skill level, come inside for a fun afternoon.
Basketball
Basketball
So, you think you got skill? Bring your "A game out to the court and you may learn a thing or two in the process!
Hiking & Outdoors
Hiking & Outdoors
Do you enjoy nature? Are you needing a peaceful break from the excitement of camp? Join us for a stroll through the woods and deepen your knowledge of outdoor living!
Minute to Win it
Minute to Win it
Do you like competitive games? Do you like working together as a team? Join us in these high-energy competitive games.
Heartsong
Heartsong
Spend time with the camp band, learn songs and worship with your passion for music!
Dodgeball
Dodgeball
Grab your athletic wear and stretch out that rotator cuff. Head down to the MAC for this classic you have come to know and love, all done Crossings style!
Tiger Ball/Ultimate Frisbee
Tiger Ball/Ultimate Frisbee
Are you competitive? Looking for some exercise? Meet us on the rec fields for some intense and friendly competition. Tiger Ball. Ultimate Frisbee. Softball. Kickball. You name it, and we might play it.
Nuke ‘Em
Nuke ‘Em
Nuke 'em! is similar to volleyball however, you catch the ball and throw it over. The object is to get the other team's players out by throwing the ball over and getting it to land on their side.
Smashball
Smashball
Just imagine crawling in a giant bubble where you can pinball off your friends, play a game of bumper car like soccer without ever getting hurt. This is a POl you won't soon forget.
Corcl Boats
Corcl Boats
Can't get enough water at the waterfront? Introducing Corcl, an individually sized round boat sure to be your new favorite POl!
LEAD
LEAD
Want to know more about working for Crossings Ministries as college student? If you are a junior or senior in high school sign up for LEAD!
Bazooka Ball
Bazooka Ball
It's a duel! Which team will outlast the other? If you like paintball, you will love the rush of bazooka ball! It's like paintball but with soft, foam balls. No paint, no mess, no pain, ALL FUN!
Zip Lines
Zip Lines
Do you like heights? Do you like an adrenaline rush? Clip in your harness and hold on! Zip across 600 ft of the property enjoying the beautiful views. Minimum weight, 90 lbs. Maximum weight, 250 lbs. (5th and 6th grade only for Kids Camp)
Escape Rooms
Escape Rooms
Dangerous viruses and broken communications will test your wits and critical thinking skills as your team competes to develop a plan to escape. Your team of 4-8 players will race against the clock to put together the clues and get out.
Sports Fields
Sports Fields
There will be no shortage of sports activities for our guests on property. Soccer, Smashball, Baseball, Ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee Golf, Volleyball, Basketball and more are offered in our excellent fields and courts.
Tango Tower
Tango Tower
Our aerial ropes course at Cedarmore, Tango Tower, is a climbing challenge that is safe for all ages. Fixed with a special belay system, Tango Tower provides hours of entertainment and exercise all while climbers take in the beautiful views of the Cedarmore property.
Fishing
Fishing
Join the staff for a relaxing time of catch and release fishing. You just might get lucky and catch some catfish or hybrid blue gill.
Gaga Ball
Gaga Ball
Gaga ball is dodgeball with less aces to dodge! This is a fun outdoor activity in which you use a ball to get the other team out but it is all done within an octagon play pit.
Archery Tag
Archery Tag
Archery Tag® is played similar to dodgeball with bows and patented foam-tipped arrows. This exciting, action-packed game offers the ultimate family friendly experience that engages everyone. Don't miss out on Tag... The game you never outgrow!
Pastors, Dates & Rates
Rates are dependent on lodging. See our registration policy for more information.
Skycroft
Located on almost 350 acres atop scenic South Mountain in Frederick County, Skycroft provides a distraction-free environment for students to connect with God and each other while enjoying a wide range of premium activities.
John Pendleton
John Pendleton is the College and Discipleship Pastor for First Baptist Church Jacksonville, in Alabama. Before that, he was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky where he served as a Youth leader and Gospel Community Group leader. John grew up in Mobile, Alabama, and was blessed with Christian parents who faithfully led his family to attend church. His first memory of hearing the Gospel was at five years old during a lesson on The Rich Man and Lazarus from Luke 16. It impressed on him an understanding of sin, its punishment, and the reason for the cross. At twelve years old he made his first public profession of faith and repentance and was baptized shortly after. During high school, John was involved in Christian music which sparked an interest in theology, evangelism, and church ministry. Early in college he felt called to preaching and pastoral ministry, and this calling was affirmed through mentors and local church teaching. After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Philosophy from the University of South Alabama, John obtained his Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2018. John is married to his wife, Baylee, and enjoys reading, music, weightlifting, and spending time with his family in Alabama.
Skycroft
Located on almost 350 acres atop scenic South Mountain in Frederick County, Skycroft provides a distraction-free environment for students to connect with God and each other while enjoying a wide range of premium activities.
Randall Breland
Randall is the Associate Pastor for Students and Evangelism at Kenwood Baptist Church in Louisville, KY. He is married to Bethany, is the proud Dad of Evangeline and Juliana, and Shepherd. Randall enjoys pranks, cycling, hiking, golf, reading biographies, laughter, and the Dallas Cowboys.
Skycroft
Located on almost 350 acres atop scenic South Mountain in Frederick County, Skycroft provides a distraction-free environment for students to connect with God and each other while enjoying a wide range of premium activities.
Jamie Caldwell
Jamie was called into ministry at 18 years old and spent the next two decades preaching at student camps, working at churches, and training for ministry. A little more than 10 years ago, Jamie planted a church near Annapolis. Now he pastors that church and works as the Send Network’s State Director for Church Planting in MD/DE. When he’s not working, he is probably reading, watching cooking shows, eating tacos, or hanging out with his family.
Skycroft
Located on almost 350 acres atop scenic South Mountain in Frederick County, Skycroft provides a distraction-free environment for students to connect with God and each other while enjoying a wide range of premium activities.
Matt Joiner
Originally from Channahon, IL, Matt Joiner grew up in church but did not become a Christian until he was 20 years old. Shortly after he began following Christ, he felt God calling him to full-time ministry. In 2007 Matt moved to Louisville, KY, where he attended Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, receiving his Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries. During his studies at Southern, Matt became the Student Pastor at a local church and served in that role for 10 years. During his second year at Southern, he married the love of his life, Erin. Matt and Erin have two daughters, Ezra Mae and Ivy Louise, who are an absolute joy and blessing. Matt has also served as a discipleship pastor for 6 years (2017-2023) and has recently planted a church (April 2023). Also, he is back at Southern Seminary in the final stages of completing his D.Ed.Min in Biblical Counseling. He is passionate about Jesus Christ and His Kingdom. He desires to see every Christian do their part for the Great Commission by sharing their faith and making disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God.
Student Camp FAQs
An important aspect in the ministry of Crossings is the relationships that students build with the adult leaders from their church. Crossings requests one adult for every five students (gender specific) in order to facilitate discipleship between students and adults that will extend beyond camp. As your students will be looking for guidance from the adults that come with your church, it is important that you bring adults who are at least 21-years-old, maturing Christians, and can be examples to your students and lead them spiritually.
The camp rate will be the same for both students and adults. Your adult leaders will stay in the same accommodations as their students overnight. During POIs and recreation activities, we encourage leaders to hang out with their students. They may even participate in activities after every student has had their chance.
Our facilities do not have accommodations for parents to bring children who are too young or too old to register for that camp session.
Registration deposits after February 28 are both non-refundable and non-transferable.
Yes. Life jackets are required at all times. We ask that all students and adults dress modestly. For females and males, shorts need to be longer than fingertips when arm is extended down the side of leg. We do not allow spaghetti strap tank tops, any tops where undergarments can be seen, or any shirts with the sides cut out. Swimsuits must be one piece, no exceptions. For females, shorts must be worn over swimsuits at all times, even in the water. For both males and females, shirts must be worn at all times when walking to and from the lake/pool.
There are no laundry facilities available on property, so bring enough clothes for your entire stay. Camp phones are available for your use if you do not have reception and need to make an emergency call. Lastly, students can purchase beverages, snacks, convenience items, books, and Crossings apparel at our Shack and General Store.
We provide basic First Aid supplies and a First Aid Coordinator. More serious injuries can visit the closest hospital for medical help.
If you have a student with food allergies, please make sure this is noted on their Crossings Medical Release Form. The staff will do everything to accommodate them and keep the kitchen staff aware of the student’s needs. Please advise your student to find a member of the kitchen staff to discuss their options during meal times. At Kids Camp, please send an Adult Leader with your student to the Food Service Director.
Crossings is an all-inclusive and any activity that your students, adult leaders, or you may want to participate in is already included in the registration price.
Arrival times are on the first day of camp between 2:00 and 4:00 PM in 10-minute windows. You will be able to sign up for a window two weeks before camp when our hospitality staffer calls you. All student camp groups must depart by 9:00 am the last day of camp. Kids camp groups must depart by 10:30 am.
Student camp is for students entering 7th grade through 12th grade.
For a list of items to bring, visit our camp prep page.
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