Concord Baptist Association Kids Camp 2025 was a great success! Held at the new location, Camp Rising Sun, Lake of the Ozarks State Park in Kaiser, MO, from July 13th-17th. We had 125 campers and 34 leaders (5 being middle/high schoolers). Our numbers were up by 28 children from last year. The focus was on 1 John, and the discipleship and evangelistic parts of camp included worship, personal quiet time, small groups, holy habits, and missions’ classes. Other activities included survival skills, recreation, squad wars, glow party, and free time. During free time, campers got to choose from swimming, fishing, caving, hiking, disc sports, mission projects, art, or games.

Please be praying as the Camp Planning Team begins to dream about next year!

Interested in going to camp?

Going away to camp provides a break from the everyday! No technology, no chores, (maybe) no siblings, no TV – just a new place with space to run outdoors, try new activities, meet new friends, and focus on God.

We will provide a variety of activities, including:

  • Chapel
  • Worship
  • Quiet Time
  • Missions
  • Art
  • Rec
  • Science
  • Drama
  • Group Games
  • Swimming (in a lake)
  • Gym Time
  • Caving
  • Hiking

2026 Camp Dates

Check back for dates.

Age

Camp is open to students who have completed grades 3-6.

Cost

Early bird registration is tentatively through May 1st, with a tentative deadline of June 21st. You will pay your church, and they will send one check for all children attending from your church. Please ask your home church about potential scholarships if needed.

Registration

Registration for the 2026 Camp TBD.

Registration Form

Getting Ready for Camp

Packing List:

  • Medical and Liability Release Forms (if not already submitted)
  • Medications in original containers in a labeled ziplock
  • twin sheet, pillow, and blanket/sleeping bag
  • Two towels – one for showering and one for swimming
  • 5 T-shirts and shorts appropriate for church camp
  • socks and underclothes
  • PJs that are appropriate for anyone to see
  • swimsuit
  • tennis shoes, water socks for the lake, and flipflops/slides for the locker room and pool
  • life jacket (if needed, with your name on it)
  • toiletries (soap and shampoo provided): washcloth, deodorant, comb/brush/hair ties, toothbrush, toothpaste, sunscreen, and very little else
  • Bible, notebook, pen
  • flashlight
  • water bottle (label with your name and check for leaks!)

PLEASE write your name on things!

What to leave at home:

  • money – there is nothing for sale!
  • phones – we will take lots of pictures and share them in the slideshow after camp

What else do you need to know?

Camp Location

Camp Rising Sun
708 Camp Rising Sun Road
Kaiser, MO 65047

About the Facilities

  • All beds are bunk beds
  • There is no AC in the buildings, lots of fans, and outlets for fans
  • Lake swimming (not an indoor pool) – boys and girls will have the same swim times, but will have separate swim areas
  • 2 certified lifeguards at all times
  • 3 other adults (2 in kayaks and 1 onshore)

Meals

We are preparing meals and snacks on-site. If your child has allergies or a special diet, please make that clear well in advance, in case we have questions for you.

Drop-off and Pick-up

Drop-off for camp generally begins on the first day of camp (Sunday) from 3:00-4:00 pm.  Be sure to bring your child’s medical and liability release forms to registration (if you didn’t submit them online)! Medications must be brought in original containers in a labeled ziplock. We will do lice checks and take temperatures before kids are admitted to camp.

Medical Forms  Liability/Photo Release Forms

Pickup for camp generally begins on the last day of camp (Thursday) from 10:00-11:00 am. Please be on time for pickup!

Expectations

  • We are all here to have fun. We love camp!
  • Treat everyone and everything as if they belong to God because they do!
  • Be where you are supposed to be.
  • Participate in activities.
  • If it is not yours, leave it alone.
  • Any inappropriate language, drawings, or actions will be handled through discipline in the form of a reminder of the rules, missing an activity, switching groups, parent contact, or removal from camp.
  • The Camp Director, Camp Pastor, and Director of Missions have the final say on discipline issues as a team.

Interested in partnering with our camp ministry?

Please see the latest newsletter for a list of current needs!

Interested in serving at camp?

We are looking for godly men and women to serve our kids at camp. There are a variety of opportunities. The safety of our kids is important, so having a clear background check and a positive Pastor Recommendation are essential qualities. The association will be covering Leader costs this year (except the costs for any children you bring). If you would like to apply, please apply at this link:

Camp Staff Application