2019 Summer Camps
We have a variety of camps for Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High youth this summer. They are listed below by age group; click on the camp to learn more. You can go immediately to registration by clicking here
!-! These sessions fill quickly, or have a limited capacity, so be sure to register early.
Younger Elementary Camp
This camp is for younger or first-time campers, grades 1 to 3 (Fall, 2019). Open the camp description to find out more.
Younger Elementary Camp at Potosi Pines (June 20-22)
Younger campers will experience time together in God's creation, taking part in many of our classic camp activities. This is a great opportunity for younger campers to gain a bit of independence and build self-esteem in a safe and well-supervised setting. Come find out what camping at Potosi Pines is all about!
Younger Elementary Camp is a short, 2 night camp (Thursday-Saturday), designed for both our youngest campers and first time campers entering grades 1-3 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $180 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. A scholarship of $60 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option when registering.
Younger Elementary Camp is a short, 2 night camp (Thursday-Saturday), designed for both our youngest campers and first time campers entering grades 1-3 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $180 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. A scholarship of $60 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option when registering.
Elementary Camps
Elementary camps are for children entering grades 3 through 6 in the Fall of 2019. Open the camp description to find out more about each camp.
Elementary I at Potosi Pines (June 3-7)
Summer camp is all about spending time in our big, beautiful world, making new friends, making memories to last a lifetime, and taking part in faith building activities. Join us for a great time with others as we explore, play, sing, share, and are just plain silly together. Come and be part of all the fun as we learn what it means to connect with others and with God in a real and powerful way.
Elementary Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. An addition scholarship of $125 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, select this option at registration.
Elementary Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. An addition scholarship of $125 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, select this option at registration.
Elementary I at Mingus Mountain (June 17-22)
Summer camp at Mingus is about finding adventures in the pine trees of Arizona, joining a caring community of friends, and experiencing the love of God and others. Campers at Mingus Elementary Camps will explore the wonders of the outdoors and the love of God as they take part in a variety of camp activities: arts and crafts, challenge course activities, evening campfires, small group activities, and much more. In addition, there will be a night of tent camping for 5th & 6th graders! Campers will go "over the hill" for a special campfire and to spend the night in our open air tents.
Elementary camp sessions are 5 night, 6 day camps (Mon-Sat) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Elementary camp sessions are 5 night, 6 day camps (Mon-Sat) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Elementary II at Mingus Mountain (July 8-13)
Summer camp at Mingus is about finding adventures in the pine trees of Arizona, joining a caring community of friends, and experiencing the love of God and others. Campers at Mingus Elementary Camps will explore the wonders of the outdoors and the love of God as they take part in a variety of camp activities: arts and crafts, challenge course activities, evening campfires, small group activities, and much more. In addition, there will be a night of tent camping for 5th & 6th graders! Campers will go "over the hill" for a special campfire and to spend the night in our open air tents.
Elementary camp sessions are 5 night, 6 day camps (Mon-Sat) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Elementary camp sessions are 5 night, 6 day camps (Mon-Sat) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Elementary II at Potosi Pines (July 29-August 2)
Summer camp is all about spending time in our big, beautiful world, making new friends, making memories to last a lifetime, and taking part in faith building activities. Join us for a great time with others as we explore, play, sing, share, and are just plain silly together. Come and be part of all the fun as we learn what it means to connect with others and with God in a real and powerful way.
Elementary Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. An addition scholarship of $125 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, select this option at registration.
Elementary Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) for children entering grades 3-6 (Fall 2019).
The registration fee of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. An addition scholarship of $125 is available, provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, select this option at registration.
Junior High Camps
Jr High Camps are for youth entering grades 6 through 9 in the Fall of 2017. Open the camp description to find out more about each camp.
Jr High Camp I at Mingus Mountain (June 17-22) !!
Summer Camp provides an ideal time to make new friends, explore your identity, and grow in faith! Junior High campers will explore and experience God's Creation and presence with us. Youth will have opportunities to challenge themselves in a supportive community environment to build faith and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Junior High Session I is a 5 nights, 6 days (Mon-Sat) open to students entering 6th through 9th grades (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Junior High Session I is a 5 nights, 6 days (Mon-Sat) open to students entering 6th through 9th grades (Fall 2019).
The camp rate of $375 is subsidized by the Desert Southwest Conference. Scholarships of $100 are available and provided by camp supporters. To receive the scholarship, please select this option during registration.
Campers may elect to ride the bus to and from Mingus Mountain Camp. The bus will pick up and drop off campers at St. Mark's UMC (Tucson) and the Desert Southwest Conference Center (Phoenix). The bus fare is $25 each way. Please note that space on the bus is limited and will fill quickly.
Jr High Classic Camp at Potosi Pines (June 10-14)
Jr High Camp 2 at Mingus Mountain (June 26-30)
Join us to explore and experience God's role for you in a complex world. Youth will be given opportunities to challenge themselves in a supportive community environment to build faith and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Junior High Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 6th through 9th grade (Fall 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Junior High Camp sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 6th through 9th grade (Fall 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Jr High Adventure Camp at Potosi Pines (June 26-30)
Adventure Camps are about developing personal independence in an adventurous setting. These specialty camps focus on hiking skills including basic first aid, compass skills, and how to have great adventures together. Campers will be challenged to hike along mountain trails, to work together to prepare meals outside, and to spend two nights in tents outside of Potosi’s camp boundary. Campers must have hiking shoes and additional water bottles; sleeping and other gear is delivered to the overnight site.
Adventure Camp Sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri). Jr High Adventure Camp is open to students entering 6th through 9th grade.
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Adventure Camp Sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri). Jr High Adventure Camp is open to students entering 6th through 9th grade.
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Jr high camp at potosi pines (July 24-28)
Jr High Camp is an opportunity for youth to gather with people from other schools, churches, and communities to make new friends, explore their identity, and grow in faith. Youth will be given opportunities to challenge themselves in a supportive community environment to build faith, self-esteem, leadership skills, an appreciation for God’s creation, and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Junior High Camp is 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 6th through 9th grade (Fall 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Junior High Camp is 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 6th through 9th grade (Fall 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Senior High Camps
Sr High camps are for youth entering grades 9 through 12 in the Fall of 2017, but are also open to youth who graduated in the spring of 2017. Youth who are 16 or older may apply to serve as a Cabin Assistant at another camp, as positions are available. Open the camp description to find out more about each camp.
Sr High camp at mingus mountain (June 5-10)
Join us for an opportunity to experience God's creation while seeking personal solitude. This camp for older youth provides exciting activities for campers to grow their faith, contemplate their upcoming independence, and share with friends a life changing "mountain top experience.”
Senior High Camp is a 5 night, 6 day camp (Mon-Sat) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $275, $375, $475
Senior High Camp is a 5 night, 6 day camp (Mon-Sat) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $275, $375, $475
sr high leadership camp at mingus mountain (june 19-23) !-!
New to Mingus this year, this is a specialty camp for 14 Sr High youth campers interested in learning and growing as leaders. Campers will have inspiring evening sessions with one of our clergy specially trained in, and using resources from, The Disney Institute, award-winning leadership development from The Walt Disney Company. Campers will also take time to provide leadership at some activities at our concurrent Elementary Camp.
Senior High Leadership Camp is a 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
!-!: This camp has a limited enrollment, and we anticipate this session filling quickly. Be sure to register soon.
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Senior High Leadership Camp is a 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
!-!: This camp has a limited enrollment, and we anticipate this session filling quickly. Be sure to register soon.
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
sr high camp at potosi pines (June 26-30)
In addition to the many activities that make a week at Potosi memorable, at Senior High Camp we will reflect together about what it means to root our faith and lives in Jesus Christ. This camp for older youth provides exciting activities for campers to grow their faith, contemplate their upcoming independence, and share with friends a life changing "mountain top experience.” Campers are challenged to share their faith in real ways at camp and beyond. Sr. High Camper will participate in a camp service project, leaving a legacy for future campers of their love for God and Potosi.
Senior High Camp is a 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450.
Senior High Camp is a 4 night, 5 day camp (Mon-Fri) open to students entering 9th through 12th grades (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450.
sr high adventure camp at potosi pines (July 24-28)
Adventure Camps are about developing personal independence in an adventurous setting. These specialty camps focus on hiking skills including basic first aid, compass skills, and how to have great adventures together. Campers will be challenged to hike along mountain trails, to work together to prepare meals outside, and to spend two nights in tents outside of Potosi’s camp boundary. Campers must have hiking shoes and additional water bottles; sleeping and other gear is delivered to the overnight site.
Adventure Camp Sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri). Sr High Adventure Camp is open to students entering 9th through 12th grade (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Adventure Camp Sessions are 4 night, 5 day camps (Mon-Fri). Sr High Adventure Camp is open to students entering 9th through 12th grade (Fall 2017), plus seniors who just graduated (Spring 2017).
Tiered Rates for this session: $250, $350, $450
Cabin assistant at Mingus, Elementary Camp 2 (June 26-30)
High school students 16 years and older are invited to register to take part in our Cabin Assistant program, attending camp as leaders-in-training, as space allows. Cabin Assistants pay one-half of the scholarship rate of the camp session ($125).
Cabin assistant at potosi, elementary camp 1 (June 19-23)
High school students 16 years and older are invited to register to take part in our Cabin Assistant program, attending camp as leaders-in-training, as space allows. Cabin Assistants pay one-half of the scholarship rate of the camp session ($125).
cabin assistant at potosi, elementary camp 2 (August 7-11)
High school students 16 years and older are invited to register to take part in our Cabin Assistant program, attending camp as leaders-in-training, as space allows. Cabin Assistants pay one-half of the scholarship rate of the camp session ($125).