Specialty Camps
Below are the listing and description of all camps, not including sports clinics. Camps listed alphabetically.
Crafty Creations (CCC)
7-9Creative 7-9 year olds will be able to use their imaginations here! Campers will work daily on different art projects. Some examples of projects that may be done at camp are: bug boxes, tie-dyed clothing, collages, and puppets. This camp will also teach preparation and clean up skills.
Cooking Camp (COC)
7-910-12Join our staff in the kitchen as we learn how to cook a variety of yummy dishes. You will begin the week with an orientation in cooking equipment and appliances. You will also learn how to follow a recipe and create a delicious meal. An emphasis in cooking safety and clean up is also encouraged with each meal prepared. This camp is popular for boys and girls. **This camp is not recommended for those with food allergies.
Canoe Paddlers Camp (CPC)
10-12Spend the week learning to navigate both flat and moving water in a teamwork oriented setting! Instruction begins on campus where you will learn the basics of canoeing techniques and safety. Weather permitting, expeditions down Fall Creek and/or Geist Reservoir will be planned during the week for those who have shown themselves responsible on the water.
Cultivate Camp (CUC)
7-9Do you love to explore nature? Then you will love Cultivate Camp. We will be amazed at God’s creation through exploring and studying nature, hiking, projects, team building, and so much more. You will grow in wonder of what you can find just outside your door.
Hook, Line & Sinker (HLS)
7-910-12Learn the “How-To’s” of fishing! Here you will explore casting, hook tying, live and artificial bait, as well as cleaning the catch. Campers will catch and release Blue Gill, Bass, and Crawfish at the camp pond. An emphasis in fishing safety is included during the week’s instruction. Camp provides cane poles and bait, or campers may bring their own pole, reel, and tackle box with tackle.
Kayak Paddlers Camp (KPC)
10-12Spend the week learning to navigate solo in a kayak on both flat and moving water! Instruction begins on campus where you will learn the basics of kayaking techniques and safety. Weather permitting, expeditions down Fall Creek and/or Geist Reservoir will be planned during the week for those who have shown themselves responsible on the water.
Mountain Bike Camp (MBC)
10-12Not for the faint at heart! This intense camp is for those who like to bomb down hills and flow through the trails in the woods. We will get our bikes dialed in, ride on roads, lawns, and trails in our 98 acre wooded property. Later on in the week, weather permitting, we will travel off campus to try out other biking trails. Be prepared to come with a helmet and a bike that has both front and rear brakes as well as a gear system. Your bike may be stored at Camp Indy for the week.
Music Lovers Camp (MLC)
7-9If you play an instrument or just enjoy singing in the shower, you will love MLC! This camp includes elementary voice instruction, exploration of various instruments, and discussions of different music styles. If you would like to bring an instrument from home to share your skills with us, please feel free to do so.
Ninja Camp (NIN)
10-12Do you love American Ninja Warrior? Are you ready to be challenged? Join us and learn how to become a ninja. Plan to overcome physical obstacles and grow in skills of fitness, agility, strength, and coordination. We will utilize our new ninja rig here on campus throughout the week and be pushed to physical limits.
Out On a Ledge (OOL)
10-12Learn to trust your friends, safety equipment, and climbing skills in this camp. Campers will spend time on Camp Indy’s 40’ climbing tower and learn the basics of belaying and rappelling with a focus on equipment, safety, and climbing techniques.
Outdoor Adventure Camp (OAC)
7-910-12Outdoor adventure
Outdoor adventure camp is all about hiking, impactful and fun experiences, and campfire cookouts. We will use our woods, challenge ropes courses and climb our 40’ rock wall to teach your camper skills in communication, teamwork, and trust. Building friendships and community will be stressed. Thursday evening will be filled with a campfire cookout and extended camp fun until 8:00pm for 7-9 and 8:30pm for 10-12! At 9:30am for 7-9 and 10:30am for 10-12 on Friday, we would like to invite you to watch your camper climb to the top of our rock wall.
Photography Camp (PHC)
10-12Learn how to take and edit pictures that you shoot yourself. You will need to bring your own flash drive and digital camera. These items will remain locked up at camp while they are not in use throughout the camp week.
Potter and Clay (PAC)
7-910-12Start with a lump of clay and end with a masterpiece! You will get to use your creativity while you shape, glaze, and fire your piece of art.
Robotics (RBC)
10-12Camp Indy offers a one-of-a-kind camp experience. Our robotics camp will teach your child how to build, engineer, and program VEX IQ Robots from beginning to end! The teams will both work together and compete head to head.
Road Trip (RTC)
10-12Grab a seat! Road Trip Camp is offered to 10-12 year-old campers during the 4 day week of 4th of July. Campers will travel to see the sights of Indianapolis as well as give back and serve our community.
Theatre Camp (THE)
10-12From spotlight to footlight and everything in between! Find your inner movie, theatre or Broadway star! During this week your child will learn theatre basics, stage movement, stage positioning, and character building. They will enjoy fun acting and improvisation games, thinking on their toes and being pushed to new limits!
Work of Art (WOA)
10-12In this camp, 10-12 year old campers have the opportunity to draw, paint, sculpt, and more to express the creativity that is in their hearts and minds. We will use the great outdoors to inspire us as we work on projects throughout the week.
Wet and Wild Swim (WWS)
7-910-12Whether you swim like a fish or need the help of a flotation device, Camp Indy is the place to improve your skills and learn some new ones. A life-guard staff instructs campers in different swimming strokes and techniques. Some of these include learning free style, breast stroke, back stroke, butterfly, pool games, and water safety. Bring a towel, modest swimsuit (trunks for boys, one-piece or tankini for girls), sandals, and inexpensive goggles.
Yard Games (YGC)
10-12 Back yard competition at it’s best! Do you love cornhole, pickleball, Spikeball®, Kan Jam®, carpetball, kickball and more. Refine your skills and enjoy friends! This is a classic camp that is brand new to Camp Indy!