Accommodation
Thousand Pines offers a mix of lodging types to fit different needs and comfort levels. Standard housing provides simple, cozy rooms for youth groups and retreat guests. Leadership housing offers a more comfortable stay, similar to a bed-and-breakfast, complete with linens, towels, toiletries, and a small snack basket. Adult leaders often prefer this option because it gives them a quiet place to rest at the end of busy days.
For kids wanting a classic camp feel, two tent-village sites are available during the summer. Each village includes multiple canvas tents that sleep up to six campers. The tents come with cots, lamps, mosquito nets, and electrical outlets, giving campers a fun wilderness experience without feeling too rugged. A shared firepit and picnic area bring each village together for evening gatherings and group bonding.
Meals
Meals are served in a spacious dining hall called the Pond Lodge. Campers eat three hearty meals each day, designed to fuel active schedules filled with biking, swimming, ropes, and games. Menus typically include balanced, kid-friendly options, along with a drink station, sides, and desserts.
The food service team accommodates allergies and special dietary needs whenever possible. Parents are encouraged to share medical or dietary restrictions before camp so the kitchen can prepare safely and thoughtfully. This approach helps every camper participate fully at mealtimes.
Safety
Safety is taken seriously at Thousand Pines. Activity areas — such as the ropes course, zip-line, BB range, pool, and mountain biking trails — are managed by trained staff who follow strict safety procedures. Campers participate in programs under supervision and explicit instruction, helping them learn skills while staying safe.
Youth groups often attend with adult leaders who provide additional oversight. The camp also uses a health-screening process before arrival to reduce illness risk and identify any medical needs early. These layers of supervision and precaution create a safe, structured environment for campers.
Health & Medicine
Thousand Pines uses a pre-arrival health screening to check campers for symptoms, medications, or any conditions that staff should know about. This screening supports the camp’s broader health policy, which aims to reduce the spread of contagious illnesses and prepare staff to respond quickly to medical concerns.
The publicly available information does not describe an on-site health center, medical staff, or treatment procedures, so details about the whole medical setup are not provided.
Camp Traditions
Many Thousand Pines traditions center around faith, community, and the outdoors. Campers take part in worship sessions, chapel teaching, and small-group devotional time each day. These routines help kids reflect, ask questions, and grow closer to their peers.
Evenings often feature campfires, group games, or theme-based activities that turn simple moments into shared memories. Kids leave with stories of mountain adventures, late-night talks, and meaningful spiritual experiences — the kinds of traditions that keep campers returning year after year.
