KICK OFF YOUR SUMMER WITH CAMP
You don’t want to miss out on the fresh fun of summer with Summer’s First Burst! This full week program will include new and old favorites that pack in the fun in the woods and the sun. These campers should expect to play awesome group games, explore our treehouse net, and play the first glow in the dark gaga game of Summer 2027! Summer’s First Burst campers will also have the summer’s first outdoor GLOW PARTY!
In addition, as one of our first overnight programs of 2027, these campers will be the first to experience R.O.C.K., All Camp Fun, and a full week of Summer Camp 2027. Fresh out of staff training and ready to put new and old skills to use, our counselors and volunteers will be buzzing with excitement! We can’t wait for Summer’s First Burst!
Our Goals for every camper
Our goal for all overnight campers is to create an environment where they can THRIVE:
Try new experiences
Camp is great exposure to new people, news skills, and new challenges.
Hear Good News
We are here to share in the joy of knowing and following Jesus Christ!
Reset and Renew
We work hard to create a place where campers can be themselves, unplug from devices, and rest.
Inspire One Another
Community experiences and culture creation are intentional, key aspects of every week.
Value Themselves
Campers learn they can do more than they thought possible by learning and growing all week long.
Explore Possibilites
Campers are encouraged to ask questions about their faith, their future, and their world.
A GENTLE INTRODUCTION TO OVERNIGHT CAMP
Summer's First Burst is intentionally designed to be approachable and manageable for younger campers and families. Trained staff create a nurturing environment where campers feel safe, supported, and cared for every step of the way.
Whether it's their very first overnight away from home or their first time at Gretna Glen, this program helps campers start summer feeling brave, excited, and ready for more.
WHERE YOU'LL STAY
Traditional cabins with bunk-style beds, a counselor in every cabin, and the sound of friends laughing down the hall.
WHAT PARENTS SHOULD KNOW
Campers stay in traditional cabins with bunk-style beds and a counselor in every cabin. Gretna Glen is ACA-accredited, meeting over 300 health, safety, and quality standards. Staff are trained specifically for the age group they serve.
This is a full Sunday-through-Friday session, but the environment is designed to ease campers into the experience. Homesickness is normal and our staff know how to handle it with care. Most campers settle in within the first day.
No prior camp experience is needed. Just a willingness to try something new.
WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR
- Campers ready for their first overnight camp experience
- Younger campers looking for a welcoming, structured summer week
- Families wanting a positive, confidence-building first step into camp life
- Kids excited to make friends, try new activities, and kick off summer strong