At Tapawingo, the Island Camp Program gives girls ages 9-18 a week to unplug, explore, and grow in their faith — all in a Christ-centered environment. Through cabin life, outdoor activities, and shared spiritual rhythms, campers build confidence, deepen friendships, and discover who God made them to be.
Whether it’s her first time or her favorite summer tradition, your daughter will find a place where she belongs.
A Day at Tapawingo
Each day at camp is thoughtfully crafted to help girls grow in Christ, build friendships, and have unforgettable fun. From sunrise to lights-out, campers experience a rhythm of meaningful spiritual moments, exciting activities, and intentional community.
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Campers have the option to wake up early for personal devotions before the day begins. After getting ready, girls spend time tidying their cabins—a task they take seriously, since the cleanest cabin at the end of the week wins an ice cream party.
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Each morning begins with a flag-raising ceremony and morning exercises—fun, motion-filled songs that get hearts pumping and smiles going.
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Girls enjoy a hearty breakfast and gather for Power Hour, our all-camp morning devotion, focused on Scripture and worship.
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Girls sign up for activities like arts & crafts, archery, or water skiing led by our trained staff. Campers are encouraged to try new things, earn badges in activities, and celebrate each other’s growth. Click here to explore the activities we offer.
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Before and after lunch, campers enjoy free time to do things like chat with friends, play games, or visit the camp store. After a shared meal, girls return to their cabins for Rest Hour, a quiet time to journal, write letters home, or simply take a refreshing nap.
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Girls jump back into more activities that they signed up for at the start of the day — building skills, earning badges, and making new friends along the way.
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Capers is when each cabin helps care for a specific part of the island—teaching responsibility and stewardship in a hands-on way. Afterward, girls gather for dinner filled with singing, laughter, and spirited cabin chants.
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Event Hour brings the whole camp together for a group game or challenge—like Capture the Flag, scavenger hunts, or relay races—filled with friendly competition, laughter, and excitement.
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During Cabin Prayer, girls pray with their cabin group or pair up with others to share what’s on their hearts and lift one another up. It’s a sweet time of connection that helps set the tone for evening worship.
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As the sun sets, the camp gathers for evening worship. Sundays feature a gospel message by the rocks, Wednesdays include bonfire worship and one-on-one conversations with counselors, and other nights they meet in the chapel for teaching and cabin devotionals before bed.
Where Fun Meets Formation
Each day, your camper will choose from a variety of activities that help her grow in skill, confidence, and creativity. Throughout the week, she’ll also take part in special Tapawingo traditions—some with her cabin, others with the whole camp—that create lasting memories and a deep sense of belonging.
Cabin Life & Community
Girls live in small cabin groups led by two trained counselors who model Christ-centered leadership. These mentors create a space where each camper is known, included, and encouraged.
Through shared experiences and meaningful conversations, girls build lasting bonds and learn to support one another in faith — in ways that carry beyond the summer.
Is Island Camp Right for Your Loved One?
If she’s ready for a week of fun, faith, and friendships — Tapawingo’s Island Camp Program is the perfect place to begin. There’s room for her here to grow into who God created her to be.