Camp Luther at HopeWood Shores
Join us for a week of rest and renewal for your entire family. Stay in a private cabin, enjoy family style meals, and strengthen your relationship with God and each other through worship and Discovery Bible study.
Compete in various games throughout the week, including: volleyball, softball, shuffleboard, euchre and more. Cool off in the swimming pool, explore the hiking trails, or visit the craft cabin.
Camp provides flexibility for children to spend time with counselors, allowing you time to yourself as well. Expect your week to provide family memories that last a lifetime.
Site
Camp Luther at HopeWood Shores
Ages
Families, adult individuals, and couples
Cost Range
$575-$3,840
Financial assistance available
Activities
- Archery
- Arts & crafts
- Campfires
- Candlelight worship
- Challenge course
- Daily family devotions
- Discovery Bible study
- Dress up meals
- Euchre tournament
- Gaga Ball
- Hiking
- Large group games
- Nature activities
- Playgrounds
- Sauna
- Sports
- Swimming
- Team builders
Dates & Fees
Week 1: June 8-14, 2025
Week 2: June 15-21, 2025
Week 3: June 22-28, 2025
Week 4: June 29- July 5, 2025
Week 5: July 6-12, 2025
Week 6: July 13-19, 2025
Week 7: July 20-26, 2025
Week 8: July 27- August 2, 2025
| Ages 0–2 | Ages 3–5 | Grades K-11 | Adults | Cabin Max Immediate family only. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fees | Free | $575 | $710 | $710 | $3,840 |
| Check-in | Sun 2:30 – 5:00 pm | ||||
| Check-out | Sat 10:00 am | ||||
Monthly payment plans available during registration. Camperships are also available based upon need and request.
Tier 2 Discount
Discount code: TIER2
Donations from individuals, congregations, and synods are available to subsidize the cost of summer camp as needed. When families cannot affor the full camp fee, we still want all to participate in a camp program. This discount is stackable with the other discounts.
First-time Families Discount
Discount code: NEW25
There is a $100 per person discount for families who are new to HopeWood summer camps. This discount is stackable with the Tier 2 and RV discounts.
Family Recruitment Discount
Discount code: RECRUIT25
$100 discount for your family. This discount is for families who have camped with us in the past and are recruiting a family who has not previously participated in any HopeWood family summer camp. Please list the name of the family you have recruited. This discount is stackable with the Tier 2 and RV discounts.
Trailer/RV/Tents Discount
Discount code: RV25
Campers will receive a $200 discount off the total family registration fee or cabin max when they bring their own tent or RV. This discount is stackable with the Tier 2, First time Family, or the Family Recruitment discounts.
Cabin Maximum ($3,840)
After you register, contact the HopeWood Guest Relations Coordinator to apply for this discount at guestrelations@hopewoodoutdoors.org
All participants need to stay in one cabin up to the safe bed occupancy. First Time Family and Family Recruitment discounts do not apply if the cabin maximum is used.
Facilities
Each family will be assigned to their own cabin with electricity, sink, toilet, and at least one double bed. Cabins are a short distance from shower houses and all camp facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a part of your registration, you will be asked to complete a family health form. You can submit these online by logging into your account.
Communicate special needs and dietary restrictions at least two weeks prior to the retreat. If you did not specify this information on your registration, or if you have specific questions, contact camp directly at (440) 224-2196.
Check-in is from 2:30 to 5:00 pm on Sunday. You will receive your housing assignment at that time.
Tent and RV spaces will be pre-assigned in the order of registration.
If you are unable to arrive during this time, please contact the camp office to make other arrangements.
Each family will be assigned to their own cabin with electricity, sink, toilet, and at least one double bed.
Most cabins also have one or more heavy-duty wooden bunk beds.
Cabins are a short distance from shower houses and all camp facilities.
Final payment is due by May 31. Campers may log into their account and make additional payments toward their balance. Campers may also send a check (payable to HopeWood Outdoors) to:
HopeWood Guest Relations Coordinator
2790 State Route 61
Marengo, OH 43334
Campers who register after May 31 will be asked to pay in-full at registration.
Sunday
- 2:30 – 5:30 pm: Check-in
- 5:30 pm: Dinner
- 6:45 pm: Chapel, campfire
- 8:00 pm: Orientation
- 9:30 pm: 0 – 9-year-old bedtime and mixers for preteens, teens, and adults
- 12:00 am: Teen curfew
Monday – Friday
- 7:15 am: Wake-up (Big Finn – Lap Swim)
- 7:50 am: Optional exercise
- 8:15 am: Breakfast
- 9:00 am: Family devotions
- 9:45 am: Singing willow
- 10:15 am: Discovery Bible study/games
- 11:45 am: Set-up for lunch
- 12:00 pm: Lunch
- 12:45 pm: Rest hour
- 1:45 pm: Camp store, swimming, craft cabin, choirs, sports, low ropes course, archery, free choice
- 5:30 pm: Dinner
- 6:45 pm: Chapel
- 7:30 pm: Group games, musical, campfire
- 8:30 pm: Camp store
- 9:30 pm: 0 – 9-year-old and 10 – 12-year-old (Monday and Wednesday)bedtime, mixers and campfires for teens and adults
- 11:00 pm: 10 – 12-year-old curfew (Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday)
- 12:00 am: Teen curfew
Saturday
- 8:15 am: Breakfast, check-out instructions
- 9:00 am: Camp store open and goodbyes
- 9:30 am: Camp store closes
- 10:00 am: Departure
HopeWood encourages all participants to set aside time free from the distractions of daily life. The use of cell phones, computers, and other electronic devices during free time is at your discretion. Wireless access is available, although it is not always reliable in the camp setting.
You will be responsible for dispensing any medications for yourself or other family members. When not in your controlled possession, medications need to be stored in a locked container.
Staff members are trained in basic first aid for emergencies.
A family health form must be completed online or mailed in two weeks prior to camp. A parent signature is required.
When a yellow cabin porch light is left on in the evening, the counselor on duty knows that there are children in that particular cabin and will check on them periodically. This allows adults to participate in evening activities and know that a staff member will notify them if there is anything their children need.
Note that some items are optional or can be substituted.
Health & Medication
- Medication labeled and in lockable container; self-dispensed
- Family health form: complete online or mail in two weeks prior to camp. A parent signature is required.
Personal Items
- Reusable face mask
- Hand sanitizer
- One thermometer per family
- Towel(s)
- Toiletries (brush, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, lotions)
- Sunscreen (waterproof/water resistant)
- Insect repellant (lotion/non-aerosol)
- Sleepwear/pajamas
- Underwear and socks
- Jeans/pants and shorts
- Short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts
- Sweatshirts/sweaters
- Rain poncho or water-resistant jacket
- Jacket
- Shower shoes (plastic flip flops)
- Gym shoes or boots
- Reusable water bottle
Optional Items
- Bible, notebook, pen/pencil
- Money (for the camp store)
- Sunglasses/hat
- Garbage bag for dirty clothes
- Flashlight with batteries
- Book
- Table games
- Camera
Please DO NOT Bring
- Knives, guns, weapons, explosives, or fireworks
- Alcohol or illegal drugs
- Pets of any kind
- Aerosol products of any kind