Summer is Almost Here — Here's What's Happening at BCC

Staff training officially started last week with high ropes, which means summer camp is just over two weeks away! Our team completed the two-day training, which covered safety certifications, rope work, and the full course setup. Lifeguard training follows this week, and this Sunday, the entire counselor staff comes together to begin two weeks of full team training. Sessions will cover topics such as First Aid and CPR certification, risk management, camper care, and building intentional community. There is a lot of ground to cover before the first day of camp — and we are committed to covering everything so that our counselors are prepared, certified, and ready for an amazing summer.

Two Great Camps - One Amazing Week!

This July, pack up your family and friends and come spend a week in the woods!

Summer Family Camp - July 5–10 (Full Week) or July 5–8 (Half Week)

Family Camp is a week of swimming, high ropes, hiking, crafts, worship, games, and devotional time — plus plenty of space to simply rest and breathe. Three meals a day and private cabin accommodations are included, making this the getaway your crew has been waiting for. Pricing starts at $125 per person for the half week option.

Artist Retreat - July 5–10 (Full Week)

Designed for artists of every level, this retreat brings your creativity into the outdoors — lakes, streams, meadows, and woodlands as your studio. Daily en plein air painting sessions, evening visual journaling, and hands-on workshops including Book Binding, Embroidered Mandalas, Basketry, and Painting the Negative are all included. Can't draw? Come anyway — this retreat truly is for everyone. Day-only workshop options are also available throughout the week, starting at $70 per person.

The best part? Both programs run simultaneously — so artists and their families can attend together.

Family Camp Info & Registration

Artists Retreat Info & Registration

Donate Here starting June 4th at 7pm

NEPA GIVES - Thursday June 4th at 7pm

Starting June 4th at 7pm, Bear Creek Camp is participating in NEPA Gives — Northeastern Pennsylvania's 24-hour regional giving event that unites individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in support of our local community. Every donation made to BCC through NEPA Gives goes directly toward making camp accessible for more kids — through camperships, program support, and more. If you've been looking for a way to give back, this is a great time to do it. Your donation will go further than usual thanks to sponsor bonus funds provided by the event.

Retreat Center Dedication

-July 24th-

This summer, we are honored to dedicate the Retreat Center in memory of Pastor Roy "PG" Gulliford, our founding Executive Director, as we mark 30 years since his retirement. Roy's legacy lives not in buildings, but in the generations of campers and staff whose lives were shaped by his vision, faith, and love for this place.

The entire BCC community is invited to join us on Friday, July 24th — dinner at 6:00 PM followed by a service of dedication at 7:00 PM. Registration is free, but required by July 12th. Gifts to the Gulliford Site Endowment will also be gratefully accepted.