Leap into a full week adventure at DuBois Center! You’ll get to play on the water mat, ride a horse, jump in the gaga pit, create a craft, hook a fish, roast hot dogs and marshmallows and make memories with new friends. Our Settler camp is designed to help you settle in and get to know DuBois Center and all it has to offer.

Spend your days splashing on the watermat, riding a horse, playing in the mudpit, making new friends and creating fun memories. Then return each night to your base camp – a main camp cottage (now with A/C window units!)

Dive on in to Dunk’d! Our newest addition to DuBois Center’s aquatic adventures is full of possibilities. Tackle a Dock-to-Dock swim, play canoe games, enjoy a beach-front Vespers – camp is your oyster! There will still be time for dry activities too – horseback riding, archery, maybe even Kiddie Pool Kickball!

X-Plore camp community with High School Week in the Rustic Village! Expect to experience things like cooking dinner over a campfire, kayaking into the coves, a horse ride on the trails, and hammock camping under the stars – don’t forget about choice time activities! X-Plore has it all!

Earn your tiger stripes this week by joining us on a trek through the jungle. Our adventures will include observing animals and studying their unique behaviors. Teachers become safari guides and will lead children through gross- and fine-motor animal activities!

What all will you see as you float through the sky this week? From animals like birds and insects to modern inventions such as helicopters and planes, take flight with us to soar to new heights and learn about all these things with wings.

Earn your tiger stripes this week by joining us on a trek through the jungle. Our adventures will include observing animals and studying their unique behaviors. Teachers become safari guides and will lead children through gross- and fine-motor animal activities!

What all will you see as you float through the sky this week? From animals like birds and insects to modern inventions such as helicopters and planes, take flight with us to soar to new heights and learn about all these things with wings.

Immerse yourself in a captivating four-week Ballet Summer Intensive, where classical technique meets modern expression! Under the guidance of world-renowned faculty and celebrated guest artists, you'll refine your technique, master iconic repertoire, and push your creative boundaries.

The core mission of the Summer Piano Intensive (SPI) is educating aspiring young pianists. Students participate in a variety of workshops and seminars and perform in weekly Friday concerts. SPI is primarily geared towards students ages 12 to 16. Younger students who demonstrate advanced playing level are encouraged to apply and will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Students are expected to participate in daytime as well as evening activities, including recitals and outreach concerts, as well as weekends. NCPF is geared towards students aged 16 to 26. Students aged 14-15 who demonstrate advanced playing level are encouraged to apply and will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Join us for BEACON Youth Retreat 2026 at East Bay Camp from July 5-10! Designed and led by the Conference Council on Youth Ministries of Illinois Great Rivers Conference, BEACON (Building Empowered and Confident Outstanding New leaders) offers a transformative week of Christian leadership development, spiritual growth, and adventure. Dive into what it means to be a part of the United Methodist Church through daily themes, hands-on ministry workshops, traditional camp activities, and mentorship from seasoned leaders. With ongoing support and follow-up events, BEACON is more than just a camp—it's the beginning of your church leadership journey. Don't miss out! (Be advised, although we will do a fair amount of camping activities, BEACON is not a traditional camp. If you are interested in a traditional camping experience, please look into the other wonderful camps offered by the IGRC.)

Ready to try overnight camp but not quite a full week? Quest is the perfect fit! Our campers will get to spend a half-week full of fun together getting to do the “classic” camp activities. You’ll get to take on archery, hiking, swimming, boating, campfires, worships, and Bible studies. Join us at East Bay for this great opportunity to try out overnight camp. Build friendships with old and new friends and take on Quest this summer!

Day campers will experience adventures, friendships, and create lasting memories throughout the summer, whether they attend by the day, week, or join us for the whole summer. Trained staff will engage campers in all things camp: singing, devotion, environmental education, boating and swimming, art, games, and themed activities that build life skills and self-confidence. Each day will include games and activities that match the week’s theme, water play, devotion, free play, morning snack, afternoon snack, and lunch.

Day campers will experience adventures, friendships, and create lasting memories throughout the summer, whether they attend by the day, week, or join us for the whole summer. Trained staff will engage campers in all things camp: singing, devotion, environmental education, boating and swimming, art, games, and themed activities that build life skills and self-confidence. Each day will include games and activities that match the week’s theme, water play, devotion, free play, morning snack, afternoon snack, and lunch.