TeePee/Trading Post Project

Building “On Purpose” for the Next 125 Years

Pop Tibbitts founded CAMP-of-the-WOODS so families could vacation on purpose. Now it’s our turn to build with the same intentionality—for the next century of purpose-filled ministry.

The Heart of the Project

What we all love about the TeePee isn’t just the building, but the laughter bouncing off the walls at golden hour, mid-day ice cream runs with the siblings, and the hours spent playing board games with friends and family. Our goal is not to erase these moments but to extend them for another 125 years.

Creating a Space for Family Flourishing

To continue its legacy while expanding its impact, the new building will transform into a vibrant, multifunctional space that serves the diverse needs of our year-round members (including Conference Season), fostering family connections and spiritual growth for years to come.

The new building will be a significant ministry multiplier where large groups of people can gather for fellowship, individuals can seek solitude with God and dive into His Word, Chaplains can meet with mentees, old and new friends can meet in the new coffee shop, families can celebrate birthdays, and people can continue to enjoy the tradition of penny candy and sticky buns after Chapel.

View the Updated Renderings

(Please Note: Renderings are not finalized.)

Project Phases

  • GROUNDS PREP & DESIGN

    Present - Summer 2026

  • CONSTRUCTION

    Fall 2026 - May 2027

  • FINAL ADJUSTMENTS

    May 2027

How can I participate?

Make a 4-year pledge!

The graphic to the left is broken into attainable donation goals to meet our yearly goals. This allows you to choose what best works for you while supporting the yearly goal.

To break ground on this project, we need to reach 70% of our total goal through committed pledges.

By making a yearly, quarterly, or monthly pledge for 4 years, you will enable us to steward this project for an honorable Kingdom impact in the lives of future generations.

TeePee Memories

Watch members of the COTW community share their TeePee memories and what they’re looking forward to in the new building!