Dad/Lad Overnight

May 30-31, 2025

Enjoy an action packed retreat at camp with your son! This weekend is great for young boys to experience a night at camp and try all the activities that we have to offer here at camp.

Who can come to camp?

This retreat is designed for boys ages 5-12 to attend a weekend at camp with their father, grandfather, or other male role model. 

Activities

Our weekend activity times are structured for you to make the most of your time at camp! Most of our activities are scheduled as open session times, allowing you the freedom to choose what you want to do and come and go at your own pace. The following activities will be available during the weekend:

  • Archery
  • Riflery
  • Pool
  • Giant Swing
  • Climbing Tower and Zipline
  • Ropes Course
  • Slingshots
  • Throwing Axes
  • Pedal Carts
  • Arrow Tag

Schedule

Our Dad/Lad Overnight offers a chance to try a variety of activities Haycock has to offer, as well as Bible lessons tailored towards fathers and sons. Please note that specific details of the schedule may be subject to change.

Friday 7:00 PM Check-in and Activity Sign Ups
8:00 PM Worship & Welcome Session
9:00 PM Evening Snack and Night Swim (weather permitting)
10:00 PM Lights Out
Saturday 8:00 AM Breakfast
8:30 AM Worship and Bible Time
9:15 AM Saturday Morning Activity Options*
12:30 PM Lunch
1:15 PM Saturday Afternoon Activity Options*
4:00 PM Check-out and Head Home

what to bring

  • Bible
  • Sleeping Bag or Sheets & Blanket (Twin sized) and Pillow
  • Flashlight
  • Several changes of clothes, including long pants and sweatshirt
  • Bug spray and sunscreen
  • Toiletries
  • Rain Gear
  • Swimsuit and Towel
  • Bible

PLEASE LEAVE AT HOME:

  • Axes, hatchets, large knives
  • Electronic games
  • Drugs, alcohol, cigarettes
  • Pets
  • Fireworks

Lodging

We provide rustic lodging options for our weekend retreats. Lodging available for the weekend is in our Stockade cabins, Lodge, and Lean To Sites. Bedding is not provided, so bring a sleeping bag and pillow.

Please note that all of our lodging options feature bunk-style accommodations, with multiple sets of bunk beds in a room or cabin, and you may be sharing the space with other guests. If you are attending with a group of 4 or more, reach out to us about reserving a room by emailing [email protected].

Bathrooms

 Bathroom facilities are located in standalone washhouses located near lodging options, one in the Stockade cabins and one near the Lodge. Showers are available in the main wash house. None of our lodging options are equipped with running water.

Meals

Our Dad/Lad Overnight includes a snack on Friday night, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. We provide several options during each meal, It is not always possible for camp to accommodate the needs of individual campers with significant dietary restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does camp start and end?

  • Check-in begins at 7:00 PM on Friday. Please note that dinner is not provided on Friday, so be sure to eat before you come to camp. The retreat ends at 4:00 PM on Saturday.
Contact Us

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