All rates are per person, unless otherwise noted. Children/youth must register with a responsible adult. Registration closes two weeks prior to the start of each program. Waycross is committed to never turning participants of any age away because of an inability to pay. We have scholarships available, please reach out to Rebecca at rebecca@waycrossccc.org for help with the cost of any of our programs!
Upcoming Events
See Summer Camp details here.
Spring Volunteer Weekend
Join us for a weekend at Waycross helping to start new projects as well as with ongoing efforts around our facility! We’ll offer a variety of work for all skill levels. Bring your passion and talent for a fun, active, community filled weekend.
Click here for a tentative itinerary full of service, community building and fun!
Volunteer weekends are free and include meals. Registration is required so that we can make enough food to feed everyone!!
March 14-16, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 12pm
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Accommodation options:
Cabin - Multi-Occupancy
Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy
Spring Foraging Weekend
Join us for the Spring Foraging Weekend at Waycross! Get ready to explore the stunning Brown County hills while learning how to spot and harvest edible wild plants. We'll kick things off with a fun and informative seminar covering the basics of foraging—what to look for, what to avoid, and how to forage responsibly. Then, we’ll hit the trails for a guided journey through Hickory Hill, discovering a variety of plants and unique environments along the way. It’s the perfect mix of learning, exploring, and enjoying the great outdoors!
Click here to learn more about the foraging instructor who will be joining us or check out his YouTube channel!
April 25-27, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 10am
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants will be housed in the cabins.
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Adults: $170
Youth (10-17): $150
Children (4-9): $110
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Mom’s Sunday Supper
Join us for Mom’s Sunday Supper this Mother’s Day! 💐✨ Treat Mom to a delicious meal made with love. Don’t miss this special celebration of all the amazing moms out there! 🍽️❤️
1:30pm on May 11, 2025
All ages and families welcome.
Ticket prices:
Adult: $25
Child: $15
3 & under: Free
Men’s Weekend
All men 18 and older are invited to spend a weekend at Waycross in fellowship. There will be conversation, programming, worship, prayer, hiking and more. This years theme is Liturgy of Love with keynote speaker the Reverend Ben Wyatt.
Click here for more information about Fr. Ben.
Click here for a tentative schedule.
May 16-18, 2025 (optional extension to May 19th)
Check-in: 5:30-6pm
Check-out: Sunday TBD, Monday 10am
Ages 18+
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Sunday): $350
Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Sunday): $280
Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Monday): $525
Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Monday) $420
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Women’s Weekend
Calling all women 18 and older! Come spend a long weekend at Waycross together. We’ll hike, work on a collaborative art project, pray together, and more! Inspired by the opening line of the song Give Yourself to Love, ‘Kind friends all gathered ‘round” we will focus on building intentional community, combatting loneliness and what brings us together. There will be space to reconnect—with yourself, friends - new and old, nature, and God—through engaging conversations and shared experiences. An optional personal retreat is available June 1–2 for extra time to unwind.
May 30-June 1, 2025 (optional extension to June 2nd)
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: Sunday TBD, Monday 10am
Ages 18+
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Sunday): $380
Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Sunday): $310
Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Monday): $555
Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Monday): $450
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
PRIDE Camp
Join us for a camp session that affirms and celebrates your identity. Play games, get creative, paddle on the lake, swim with friends and sing around the campfire in a loving community.
This is a new session Waycross is offering in partnership with the Diocese of Indianapolis for families, children, and people of all ages to come, celebrate and connect with other LGBTQ+ families and individuals. Our hope is to foster a community full of energy, celebration, fellowship and deep welcome.
We will have a full summer camp staff who will care for children and youth that attend this session without an adult or who choose to stay in the youth cabins apart from their families.
June 29-July 2, 2025
All ages
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Children/Youth Accommodations & Rates:
Youth Cabin (ages 7-17): $240
Youth in Conference Center (ages 3-17 - must by accompanied by an adult): $300
Children 3 & under (must be accompanied by an adult): $0
Adult Accommodations & Rates:
Adult Conference Center Single Occupancy (18+): $550
Adult Conference Center Double Occupancy (18+): $445
Campers registered by April 14, 2025 will get $25 off of each registration as part of our Early Bird Discount.
Please note there is an $80 nonrefundable deposit for this session. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due June 1st, 2025.
Classic Camp
Relive (or experience for the first time) the magic of summer camp! Designed for adults 50+, this experience brings back all the classic camp fun, including campfires, s’mores, canoeing, hiking, arts & crafts, and swimming. Plus, our chaplain and program team will lead meaningful conversations on aging, retirement, and life’s big transitions, creating space for reflection and connection.
After a full day of adventure, relax in comfort—no youth cabins here! You’ll stay in hotel-style rooms at the Conference Center, complete with real beds, private bathrooms, and air conditioning. Classic Camp is all about embracing the best parts of camp while enjoying the rest and relaxation you deserve.
July 11-14, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 10am
Ages 50+
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy: $550
Conference Center - Double Occupancy: $445
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment plans are available.
Adult-ish Camp
Adult-ish Camp is the perfect chance to relive the magic of summer camp—this time with the freedom of adulthood! Designed for adults ages 21-35, this long weekend at Waycross is all about fun, reflection, and connection. Spend your days canoeing, hiking, and enjoying campfires, or simply relax and soak in the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're seeking adventure or just a break from the daily grind, you can participate as much or as little as you’d like.
This program will offer a space to reflect on the transitions of young adulthood while embracing the carefree spirit of childhood. With a mix of classic camp activities and opportunities for relaxation, it’s a chance to step away from routine, connect with like-minded people, and recharge in nature. If you’re ready for a weekend of fun, friendship, and nostalgia, this is the camp for you!
August 8-11, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 10am
Ages 21-35
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Cabin - Multi-Occupancy: $305
Main House/Sleeping Wing Multi-Occupancy: $365
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Fall Volunteer Weekend
Join is for a weekend at Waycross helping to start new projects as well as continue ongoing efforts around our facility! We’ll offer a variety of work for all skill levels. Bring your passion and talent for a fun, active, community filled weekend!
Volunteer weekends are free and include meals. Registration is required so that we can make enough food to feed everyone!!
August 15-17, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 12pm
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Accommodation options:
Cabin - Multi-Occupancy
Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy
All Y’all Come to Camp
Formerly known as Family Camp, this weekend has been rebranded to All Y’all Come to Camp—because we truly mean everyone is welcome! Whether you’re coming solo, bringing the whole crew, or rounding up some friends. Spend the weekend surrounded by nature, with classic camp activities like campfires, worship, games, and outdoor adventures—plus plenty of time to relax and unwind at your own pace. Whether you want to dive into all the action or simply enjoy the peaceful setting, this weekend is yours to enjoy.
Join us for a refreshing weekend filled with fun, adventure and community. Waycross staff will lead a variety of activities, and participants are encouraged to take part as much or as little as they like.
August 29-31, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 1pm
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy: $400
Conference Center - Double Occupancy: $330
Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy: $260
Cabins - Multi-Occupancy: $180
Youth 10-17: $200
Children 4-9: $160
3 and under: $0
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Fall Festival
September 27, 2025
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Check back for more information!
This is a day for families and individuals to come explore and enjoy Waycross at the beginning of the fall! We’ll have a pumpkin patch, face painting, chili stations, three-legged races, hayrides, and so much more! Folk of all ages are invited to come and join in on the fun!
Fall Nature Journaling Retreat
Immerse yourself in the beauty of fall at Waycross during our Fall Nature Journaling Retreat. The vibrant colors of the changing leaves will provide the perfect backdrop for deep observation and creativity. This weekend retreat will offer a peaceful space to connect with the natural world, using art and journaling as tools to deepen your awareness of nature in the season of fall. Guided prompts, outdoor sketching sessions, and time spent exploring the colorful fall foliage will foster a deeper connection with nature and creation.
October 10-12, 2025
Check-in: 4-6pm
Check-out: 10am
All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy: $210
Main House/Sleeping Wing - Single Occupancy: $280
Youth (10-17): $150
Children (4-9): $110
3 and under: $0
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Artists & Writers Retreat
Come spend a weekend at Waycross to work on new or in-progress projects. Bring supplies and set up throughout our campus, spending the days working independently or with others, however is most fruitful for your creative process. In the evenings, there will be space for sharing, collaborating, and asking for feedback.
November 14-16, 2025
Check-in 4-6pm
Check-out 10am
Ages 21+
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy $350
Conference Center - Double Occupancy $280
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Waycross Craft Show!
10am November 16, 2025
All ages!
Rent a booth and show your crafts, baked goods and other wares off at the Waycross Craft Fair! Folk are invited to come and shop before the holiday season, supporting local artists.
Advent Retreat
This one-night retreat is for adults to come and find space for respite and reflection during Advent. Join us to enjoy the quiet of Waycross in the winter!
December 5-6, 2025
Ages 18+
Program Rates
Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.
Conference Center - Single Occupancy: $165
Conference Center - Double Occupancy: $130
Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Living Compass Retreat
We are excited to partner with Living Compass and the Diocese of Indianapolis to offer this incredible retreat. We’ll engage in activities and conversations about individual wholeness and wellness as well as explore new ways our congregations can serve as places of health and wellness in our community contexts.
Postponed to 2026
Ages 18+
More information coming soon!