ANIMAL FRIENDS

GRADES: 3-5 (IN FALL 2026)

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ABOUT

Spend time at the Wanake Farm with goats, rabbits, cats, and other guest animals! Help take care of the farm animals by feeding, watering, and exercising them. Explore the animals living in the Frog Pond, Lake Arnold, and the woods—home to Wanake’s incredible bullfrogs and turtles! Keep your eyes open for native wildlife like birds, squirrels, butterflies, fish, and deer.

Enjoy swimming, crafting, Bible exploration, cookouts, games, s’mores, and even an ice cream breakfast! Live in Cabins or a Retreat Center, with a sleep out under the stars.

If your camper requires a specific housing option, please contact Wanake to arrange accommodations.

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DATES

  • June 14 - 19

  • JUNE 28 - JULY 3

  • July 12 - 17

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PRICING TIERS

TIER 1

$580

  • EARLY BIRD PRICE: $555 - Register by April 15, 2026
  • SUPER EARLY BIRD PRICE: $530 - Register by March 15, 2026

TIER 2

$652

  • EARLY BIRD PRICE: $627 - Register by April 15, 2026
  • SUPER EARLY BIRD PRICE: $602 - Register by March 15, 2026

TIER 3

$767

  • EARLY BIRD PRICE: $742 - Register by April 15, 2026
  • SUPER EARLY BIRD PRICE: $717 - Register by March 15, 2026

DAILY SCHEDULE

  • Rise and Shine

    7:15 - 7:45 AM

  • Breakfast

    8:30 - 9:00 AM

  • Morning Watch

    9:15 - 9:30 AM

  • Go to Packout

    9:45 - 10:00 AM

  • Animal Time

    10:15 - 11:45 AM

  • Lunch (Cookout)

    12:00 - 1:15 PM

  • Bible Study

    1:30 - 2:00 PM

  • Swimming

    2:15 - 3:00 PM

  • Showers

    3:15 - 4:00 PM

  • H-Hour

    4:15 - 5:00 PM

  • Dinner (Dining Hall)

    5:30 - 6:15 PM

  • Singing

    6:30 - 6:45 PM

  • Wide Games

    7:00 - 7:45 PM

  • Snack

    8:00 PM

  • Closing Circle

    8:30 PM

  • 1 on 1 Prayers

    9:00 PM

  • Lights Out

    9:15 PM

My child loved her counselor and the friends she made the most. She loved that her counselor prayed with them daily and sang to them.

Camper Parent

I enjoyed Morning Watch because we got a chance to listen to God speak to us.

Camper

When I became a counselor I found that working as a team of two taught me how to be in positive, healthy relationships with others.

Summer Staff Member

I took another look at Bible stories I’ve read before, looking at them from a different point of view.

Camper

At home, I don’t really connect with God, but now I am going to try my hardest to do so. Wanake makes me a better person. I love it.

Camper

I am constantly in awe of the real-world skills working at camp taught me, and so many of them apply to me daily!

Summer Staff Member

My daughter loved everything! I think the frog pond, making friends, and singing songs ranked pretty high because she kept returning to those experiences.

Camper Parent

I did feel challenged this week at Wanake to be my best and become a better person because I tried lots of things I probably wouldn’t have.

Camper

I am constantly in awe of the real-world skills working at camp taught me, and so many of them apply to me daily!

Summer Staff Member

Real friends aren’t measured in years, they’re measured in connection and happiness - making you feel like your best self.

Camper

The best part of camp was my child being able to have pure fun, encouraging kindness, and making new friends. She also said the food was delicious!

Camper Parent

When I became a counselor I found that working as a team of two taught me how to be positive,
healthy relationships with others.

Summer Staff Member

I feel that living without electricity, running water, and mattresses made me realize how grateful I am for the things I have, but also know I can live without them.

Camper

I am coming back to camp next summer because these weeks here have been some of the best in my entire life!

Camper