The Summer at Nawakwa…
Every week at Nawakwa begins and ends with worship at one of our beautiful outdoor worship areas; Upper Temple, Fischer Chapel or Bishop Chapel. Community living takes place everyday through Bible Study, worship, recreation, crafts, and nature study. Our caring staff is here to guide children as they explore God’s creation and their relationship in it. Campers are given the opportunity to choose how part of their week will go. Being part of a Lutheran Christian community has helped many campers grow – in their personal faith, in their self-confidence, and in their interactions with others.
All Children are welcome to attend Camp Nawakwa, regardless of race, creed, religion or color.
Children with special needs can participate in many of our programs. Camp staff need to know the nature of the child’s special needs before arrival in camp. Please contact the camp of your choice for further information.
All camp programs include games, swimming, campfires, Bible study, crafts, songs, Christ-centered worship, nature activities, and well-trained counselors who care.
Camp Week: Each camp week begins Sunday with check-in between the hours of 3:00 and 4:30pm. Parents may pick up their children on Saturday morning between 9:00 and 9:30am.
Age Group: Explorers (completed grades K – 2),
Nawakwa Cabins
Dining Hall
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Lutheran Church Camping in Central Pennsylvania is an extension of the congregation’s ministry in the unique setting that our camps provide. Children, youth, and adults learn, worship, witness, and serve within a Christ-centered Lutheran tradition.
All Children are welcome to attend Camp Nawakwa, regardless of race, creed, religion or color. Children with special needs can participate in many of our programs. Camp staff need to know the nature of the child’s special needs before arrival in camp. Please contact the Camp Nawakwa for further information.
In addition, families of all sorts of shapes and sizes have been coming to Nawakwa for over forty years! For two weeks each summer, family units move into Nawakwa’s cabins and lodges and create a unique community indeed!
Mission & Philosophy
The Church, in a place and time apart…Where God’s presence is experienced, Faith is renewed, Christ’s love is felt, and the Church is strengthened for the service and proclamation of the Gospel!
Our Staff
High school, college-age, and adult summer staff are hired for positions based on experience and ability. The camp is an equal opportunity employer. Room and board are provided as well. Employment time lasts from early June (training period) through mid-August. Most weeks run from Sunday at 2:00p.m. through Saturday at 10:00a.m.
Facility and Location
Camp Nawakwa is located outside Arendtsville, Adams County near Gettysburg, PA.
| Program Name | Grade | Age | Hightlight |
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| Camp Nawakwa Grade 6-8 | {{ '6th grade'.slice(0, -5) }} 6th grade ∼ 8th grade | 18+ {{ ''.slice(0, -3) }} ∼ 18+ {{ ''.slice(0, -3) }} | Camp Nawakwa has been an outdoor gathering place for Lutherans since 1929. |
| Camp Nawakwa, Grade 3-6 | {{ '3rd grade'.slice(0, -5) }} 3rd grade ∼ 6th grade | 18+ {{ '8 yrs'.slice(0, -3) }} ∼ 18+ {{ '11 yrs'.slice(0, -3) }} | Camp Nawakwa has been an outdoor gathering place for Lutherans since 1929. |
| Camp Nawakwa, Senior High | {{ '9th grade'.slice(0, -5) }} 9th grade ∼ 11th grade | 18+ {{ '14 yrs'.slice(0, -3) }} ∼ 18+ {{ '17 yrs'.slice(0, -3) }} | Camp Nawakwa has been an outdoor gathering place for Lutherans since 1929. |
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