Camping & Retreats
Welcome to Iowa United Methodist Camps & Retreats!
IT'S HERE!!!
Click here for the 2012 camp catalog!
To register online, click here
(Or you may use the Camping Registration Form)
Watch the IPTV ad about our camping program! 
We offer more than 500 events for children, youth, adults
and families at our three Camp & Retreat Centers.
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Board of Camp, Conference and Retreat Ministries
is to provide sacred space where Jesus Christ transforms lives,
persons grow in Christian discipleship and leaders are developed
to empower their local churches in the world;
and to facilitate this mission through Christian love.
click on the images to visit the three camp websites
Connectional Ministry Staff:
| Name | Role | Phone |
| David Hobbs | LDM, Camping & Christian Formation | 515.974.8913 |
| Kathy Potter | Camp Registrar/Administrative Assistant | 800.765.1651 |
| Keith Shew, Site Director | Okoboji Camp & Retreat Center | 866.856.9862 |
| Gary Wilson, Site Director | Pictured Rocks Camp & Retreat Center | 866.651.1223 |
| Deke Rider, Site Director | Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center | 866.684.7753 |
Our Core Values that direct and inform our ministry:
Christ-centeredness * diversity * leadership * spirituality * relationships
fun/joy * love * self-esteem/self-worth * safety * connectionalism
Camping experiences bring positive change by offering a Christian community,
spiritual growth, skills development, fun staff who are enthusiastic and
good role models, and a safe outdoor setting.