New for Family Camp 2023!

We are excited to offer two new options for our Family Campers: Rock Climbing and White Water Rafting. Here are the deets:

1 – Rock Climbing at Corbett State Park

When: Thursday of Family Camp, August 17 and August 24
Cost: $20 per person (cost in addition to reservation)
Limit: 12 people
Minimum age: 6 years old

What’s provided:

  • Transportation to and from Big Lake
  • Experienced Rock Climbing guides and fun Big Lake staff
  • Harnesses
  • Shoes
  • Helmets
  • Snacks

What to bring:

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Water
  • Personal Climbing Gear (optional, must be inspected by BLYC staff first)

 

2 – White Water Rafting on the McKenzie River

When: Friday of Family Camp, August 18 and August 25
Cost: $50 for campers ages 8 – 12 and $65 for campers ages 13+ (cost in addition to reservation)
Limit: 24 people
Minimum age: 8 years old

What’s provided:

  • Transportation to and from the river from Big Lake
  • Experienced river guides and fun Big Lake staff
  • Rafts and paddles
  • PFD’s
  • Helmets
  • Lunch by the river
  • Drybags for sunscreen
  • Snacks on the raft

What to bring:

  • Rafting clothes (clothes that can get wet; board shorts and sun shirts are encouraged)
  • Closed-toed shoes for rafting (REQUIRED on this trip – tennis shoes, Keens or water shoes work great)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglesses (highly recommend getting a strap to keep the glasses on)
  • Water
  • Change of clothes and sweater for the return trip

NEPAL

 Langtang Leadership Expedition

The Langtang Leadership Expedition is a journey into some of the most awe-inspiring terrain in the world. It is also about exploring and experiencing concepts pivotal in building an empowering culture. As we travel, we seek to engage honestly with each other and with God. Join this adventure to the rooftop of the world and learn the art of Expeditionary Leadership.

Want to be on our Waitlist?

To be put on our waitlist, click on the button to the right. You will be taken to our registration website. You will need to create and account and/or log in and select that you want to be put on a waitlist for the trip. You will be notified via the email address you have on your account. You will need to click on the link in your email, by the specified day/time, to complete your registration. No money will be needed to be put on the waitlist.

Work at Camp!

 Winter and Summer Staff Applications Now Open

Are you looking for an adventure that will make an impact and change your life in the process? We are hiring winter workers for this season – live in the mountains, host guests from around the country, build community with other young adults, receive world-class mentoring and leadership training, and provide you with the time and space to consider God’s call on your life. Winter workers serve from January through the end of March. Think about this opportunity for you!

Summer workers are on staff mid-June through August. Come live in the mountains, build community with other young adults, receive world-class mentoring and leadership training, and provide yourself with the time and space to consider God’s call on your life. Make a difference!

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Bring Your Group and Stay with Us

 We rent our facilities to the public from mid-September through October and again late December through the first weekend in April.

Big Lake is a special place...

… A place where EVERYONE feels loved and gets to be in touch with their adventurous spirit while exploring the gorgeous surroundings! – Kendra on 6/26/2018


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… If you want to give your children the summer of a lifetime, send them here. The staff are exceptional and the leadership is outstanding!!! – Havila in October 2018


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… unique experience perfect for all ages! The best summer experience for kids…& great family camps for the whole family. – Denton on 7/19/2018


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… Whether it is summer camp or snow camp or something in between , this place can’t be beat! The scenery is beautiful, the facilities are great, and the staff is awesome. – Elizabeth in February 2018


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Sisters, OR 97759

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