Big Sandy Camp & Retreat Center, 52511 185th Place, McGregor, MN 55760

Big Sandy Camp & Retreat Center seeks to touch hearts and change lives through innovative, Christ-centered activities, events, and programs.

Youth Camps are crafted to fit the age of the camper. The youngest campers get a taste of what camp has to offer. As they get older more activities are added to the fun! Each age group is sure to have a great time with friends, caring staff, engaging age-appropriate activities, memorable experiences and, most importantly, opportunities to grow in their faith!

2025 Youth Camps

Summer Youth Camp registration is now open! This yearā€™s theme is STORIES. Join us as we explore the stories of those who are impacted by Godā€™s Story and discover how those stories impact our own story.


Big Sandy Youth Camps

Rookie Camp (Grades 2-3)
June 29-July 2

Explorers Camp (Grades 3-5)
Explorers 1: June 29-July 2
Explorers 2: July 8-12

Adventurers Camp (Grades 6-8)
Adventurers 1: July 8-12
Adventurers 2: July 15-19

Pathfinders Camp (Grades 9-12)
June 17-21

Wakeboard (Grades 6-8)
July 15-19

Big Sandy Scholarship Application for Kids & Students

We want to encourage kids and students to go to Big Sandy Camp by assisting approved applicants with the cost of the camp this summer! Those desiring a scholarship to attend camp must fill out an application. Applications are due Sunday, April 6.

Questions? Contact krista@parksidemn.org.

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