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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

STUDENT REGISTRATION

YTH Camp is happening July 20–25 in Panama City, Florida! This life-changing week is open to all students who will have completed grades 6–12.

Important Note: We’ve added an extra day compared to last year’s camp! See details on other additions/changes below.

  • Early Bird Cost: ___ if you register by December 31, 2025

  • Regular Cost: ___

  • Deposit: Only $99 due at registration

  • Special Offer: $1 registration fee available for a limited time!

  • Payment Plans & Discounts: Full details are available once you begin registration

Click here to register today!

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial assistance is available. The deadline to apply is May 31st. Once you complete the application, it will be reviewed by our review team & an amount will be awarded. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for processing.

Click here to apply or for more info. Click here to financially support a camper.

FORMS

Students & parents will need to complete a few forms before we leave for the beach. This will be available in 2026. 

    SCHEDULE

    Click here for the full tentative schedule 

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    • Is there a registration deadline?
      • Yes, as the trip nears capacity, our team will communicate a deadline.
    • Are Middle School and High School going together?
      • Yes, this is one trip during the same week at the same location. Middle and High will be together for meals, freetime and worship. They will be in separate rooms, groups and crew games.
    • If someone does not attend FBS, can they go to camp?
      • Absolutely! This trip is designed for any student in 6th – 12th grades. If you have a friend who wants to attend, we’d love it. Let us know how we can help.
    • What does the cost cover?
      • Your registration will cover 13 meals, lodging at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat, charter bus transportation, crew games, material, worship experience, t-shirt & more.
    • What happens if I registered, but can no longer attend?
      • Please note the withdraw deadlines. The deadline for full refund is April 1st. The deadline for your deposit refund is June 30th. Beginning July 1st, we will not offer a refund.
    • Who will I room with?
      • When you registered, you had the opportunity to request two roommates. You are guaranteed to room with at least one of those requests.

    PARENT MEETINGS

    Attending one of these parent meetings is mandatory for at least one parent/guardian. We do not need the student. We have provided two different meetings dates so that you may choose what best fits your schedule.

    Choose between one:

    • June 3rd: 6pm

    • June 28th: 11:45am

    CAMP INFORMATION

    WHAT'S CHANGED

    We’re always looking to make YTH Camp even better, and this year we’ve got some big changes you’ll love:

    • Extra Day Added! – Camp now runs July 20–25 (six full days instead of five).

    • More Worship Gatherings – We’re going from 4 services to 9—more time in God’s presence together!

    • Crew Games in the Gym – No more sweltering heat—we’ve moved Crew Games indoors for max energy and fun.

    • New Late Nights & Special Activities – Fresh late-night events designed for both middle school and high school students.

    • Longer Meal Times – More space to rest, recharge, and connect with friends and leaders.

    This year is shaping up to be our biggest and best camp yet!

    DEVICE POLICY

    Click here to view the phone policy.

    WHAT TO BRING

    A parent information packet will be provided at the Parent Meeting or click here.

    Click here for the apparel policy

    WHAT TO BRING

    • Comfortable, appropriate clothing for warm weather (see Trip Apparel Policy)

    • Twin sheets, pillow, and blanket OR sleeping bag

    • Toiletries and bath towel

    • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and beach towel

    • Spending money for the coffee bar, grill, or beach store

    • Bible, notebook, and pen

    • Phones (High School only)

    • Crew Games supplies (optional)

    • Prescription medicine (if applicable)

    CREW GAMES

    High School and Middle School will compete in separate games. Each student will be placed on a crew. Closer to camp, we’ll send out which crew you’re assigned to. If you want to bring crew swag, go for it.

    TRANSPORTATION

    Transportation will be provided by Cross Country Charter.

    MENU

    All meals are included in the price. Once we’ve confirmed a schedule from Laguna Beach, we will post it here.

    Please email dietary restrictions or concerns to rlanford@fbs.org

    LODGING

    We’ll be staying at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat located in beautiful Panama City, Florida. First Baptist has a history of staying at the location. We’ve reserved the beach-front property with our own pool, multipurpose rooms and bunk rooms. Students will sleep on bunk beds. Please see the parent document for more info on what to bring.

    Address: 20016 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

    Map: https://media.fbs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/15012854/LagunaChristianRetreat_CampusMap.pdf

    Website: https://christiancamp.com/

    CAMP LEADERSHIP

    LEADERSHIP APPLICATION

    Looking to serve at camp? Whether you’re in college or a parent, we’d love to consider you as a camp leader. Our adult leadership role consists of: staying in cabin with students and at-least one other leader, assisting in crew games, free-time assignments & other various assignments.

    Click here to apply.

    LEADERSHIP GUIDE

    Documents will be available in 2026.

    TRAINING

    Leaders training and meetings will be available in 2026.

    FORMS

    Leaders will need to complete a few forms before we leave for the beach.

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