THANK YOU
Before we jump in, we want to pause and thank you. Thank you for showing up in the lives of hurting teenagers with the HOPE of the Gospel. Thank you for sharing the LOVE of Jesus with them as you build friendships. Thank you for continuing to pursue them in the middle of chaos. The work is certainly not easy, but it is so important. We pray that your time at Lost Canyon will be a breath of fresh air and will provide your high school, middle school, and YoungLives friends the opportunity to experience adventure, laugh, and hear about the greatest Story ever told.
At Lost Canyon, it's our desire to reflect the full breadth of the Kingdom of God and those we serve, and believe it to be a vital part of the transformative experience of the Gospel. Christ’s love compels us to advance a culture of Diversity, Equity and Belonging at Lost Canyon. We acknowledge that a feeling of belonging is neither guaranteed or experienced by all who enter this place. Regardless, it is our core value to ensure that Lost Canyon is a place where every person is welcomed, known, heard, celebrated for the ways they uniquely reflect the image of God and has what they need to thrive.
This will be achieved through a posture of listening, learning, partnership and action. We are committed to this in every effort from the planning of trips, the events at camp, the recruitment and training of our staff and volunteers, and how we serve one another. We are so excited to welcome you and your friends to camp and can't wait to spend the week with you!
This Trip Leader Guide was created to be a "one stop shop" for your camp trip. As we get closer to summer, we will continue to update this guide; please bookmark this link and refer back to it frequently. If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to contact Sarah Strong at sstrong@lc.younglife.org or call the Lost Canyon Office at 928.635.2900.
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required documents
All of the following documents are required to be completed prior to your arrival at Lost Canyon. You will notice below that 2 of them are only for certain instances and thus are not required if you don't have a relevant camper. You can find additional support on completing these below in the "Helpful Resources" section.
- Completed Arrival Form from YLCC for Leaders/Moms/Kids - (including: campers, leaders, housing, leader orientation, & health form status)
- Completed Arrival Form from YLCC for Childcare - (including housing & health form status)
- Health, Consent, and Release Form (for Every Camper/Leader/Child/Childcare - YL6007)
- Leader Screenings (Faith & Conduct/Criminal Background Checks should be up-to-date/not expired)
- Summer Camp Leader Orientation (must be complete before arrival at camp)
- YoungLives Camp Child Information Sheet 2024 - English
- YoungLives Camp Child Information Sheet 2024 -Spanish
- YoungLives Camper Age Exception Application (if applicable)
- YoungLives Pre-Camp Health Screening Form
- Permission for Camper to Leave Early (if you have someone that needs to leave earlier)
helpful resources
- YL Connect Camp User Guide
- YL Connect Camp Helpful Hints - YoungLives
- Summer Camp Medication Requirements
- Camp Reservation System
- Online Health Form Instructions (for Parents)
- Managing Online Health Forms (for Trip Leaders)
- Charter Bus Agreement (recommended)
- Electronics
- Driving Directions to Lost Canyon
- Young Life Travel Guidance
- Lost & Found Form
Program Letters
Click on the link below for a word from our program directors and for themed outfits information!!!
coming in the spring
childcare informationAN
Childcare Trip Dates: June 23rd-June 28th **Note this is 1 day earlier than your YoungLives Trip.
ARRIVAL:
- June 23rd: Arrive between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
- Please communicate arrival ETA through Kristen Neike (contact info below) not the Lost Canyon Office (that will be for your main trip).
Kristin Neike will be the Childcare Administrator for Week 6 at Lost Canyon. After reading the information below and visiting the YoungLives website, please direct additional childcare questions to her at lcy.younglives@gmail.com.
You can find guidance in the Helpful Resources section above regarding YLCC and the two trips you have. Please read the YL Connect Camp Helpful Hints - YoungLives for helpful information.
Childcare Reminders:
- Childcare Departure: 3:00 PM CST after nurseries are cleaned and packed and campers have departed.
- Childcare Ratio: For every 5 campers/leaders, the area is responsible for bringing 1 childcare person.
- Childcare Registration has two steps. The first step is to go to the link below and you will find a link to the Childcare Application. The second step, register your Childcare through your YLCC Childcare Trip.
- GOYoungLives Website - this will take you to the National GOYoungLives Camping site and give you information as well as the Childcare Application link.
Please be sure to use the Childcare Information Sheet (cognito form)
travel information
ARRIVAL: Arrival on Day 1 is from 2:00 - 4:00 pm PST. **Please call Lost Canyon by 12:00 pm PST to give your ETA and hear the final arrival reminders.
DEPARTURE: Departure on Day 5 is at 11:30 am PST, directly after club. **Please schedule your bus to arrive NO EARLIER than 10:30 am PST.
aRRIVING TO LOST CANYON
- On Day 1, call the Lost Canyon office at 928-635-2900 by 12:00 pm (or as soon as you depart if you are not on the road by 12:00 pm) on the day you will arrive at camp to provide your final breakdown of campers and leaders, an update on food allergies or special diets, and your estimated arrival time.
- When you exit off I-40 onto N Grand Canyon Blvd (exit 163), please call the Lost Canyon office before proceeding up the hill to camp.
- Look for the Lost Canyon sign and then a canopy with head leaders.
ITEMS DUE AT THE WELCOME TENT
- Updated Information for any changes made to YL Connect Camp after the 48 hour mark.
- YoungLives Pre-Camp Health Screening Form
- Health Forms — any health forms that were not filled out online. Make sure you have copies for you return trip, the originals have to remain at Lost Canyon.
- Medications — Please see Summer Camp Medications Requirements above in the Helpful Resources section of this page.
- Electronics — Need to be stored in a container labeled with your area name/number. It's also a good idea to provide zip lock bags for each camper and a Sharpie to label with their name. Please make sure all devices are powered off.
Contracts, Spots, and Accountability
- Check CampRes for the most current reservation numbers and availability.
- To request an increase or to trade spots, please contact Jessi Oury. Do not make these trades on your own.
- Visit the Camp Fees, Contracts and Accountability page in staff resources for more details.
- R1 contracts are due Jan. 15th via DocuSign (areas are financially responsible for $50 per spot).
- R2 contracts are due April 1 via DocuSign (areas are financially responsible for 90% of these spots).
dates & Tasks
10 days out - June 14th by 12:00 noon pst
The 10-Day Report is due 10 days prior to your arrival by 12:00pm (Noon) EST. This gives us vital information to prepare for you arrival and serve you and your team well.
48 Hours out - June 22nd by 12:00 noon pst
YLCC ARRIVAL FORM: You will need to ensure your Arrival Form is updated and accurate in YL Connect Camp 48 hours before your arrival, by Noon on that day. Please be sure to have the following information updated for EACH PERSON (leader, mom, child, childcare). If you are stuck in that process, please review the YLCC User Guide linked in the "Helpful Resources" of this page. When it is updated, please email Sarah Strong at sstrong@lc.younglife.org letting her know.
You can edit these items by going to the Arrival Form and clicking "edit" on the far right next to each person registered.
- Gender
- Involvement Role
- HC Form Status (Health Form)
- Housing Preference
Day 1 Call-In - June 24th by 12:00 noon pst
Day 1 Call-In: The Day 1 Call-In is a phone call to the Lost Canyon office (928.635.2900) on Day 1 by 12:00am PST. No form required.
health forms
Health & Consent Form (YL-6007)
- Please ensure your campers and leaders have a completed health form prior to your arrival at camp.
- Though the online health form is preferred, the most up-to-date paper version can be used. ***Be sure to look over them and look for seven signatures, weight, and insurance information (must check a box).
- Older versions of the paper health form will not be accepted.
other items
Leader Orientation
Prior to your arrival at camp, please have your leaders complete the Summer Camp Leader Orientation via Young Life Access.
Electronics
Please collect all personal electronics (cellphones, cellular enabled watches, iPads, laptops, DVD players, etc.) prior to your arrival; place in individual Ziploc bags and label with the camper's name and area number. These will be collected upon arrival and stored until your departure.
Medications
Please collect all prescription medication prior to your arrival; place in individual Ziploc bags and label with the camper's name and area number. All medications must be in their original prescription container with the label. These will be collected upon arrival and stored in the Infirmary to be dispensed by our medical team. We will collect all medications except birth control, epi-pens, and inhalers. Please click the link below for a letter to parents regarding medications.
Early Departures
If a camper needs to leave separate from the rest of your area, a completed Permission to Leave Camp Early form (YL-1853) must be turned in to the office before the camper is able to leave camp.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
HEAD LEADERS
Below are the lists of Head Leaders for your week of Camp. You can find contact information on Staff Resources and reach out if you have specific questions. You can also reach out to Sarah Strong at LCY, at sstrong@lc.younglife.org.
Week 4: June 24 - June 28th, 2024
coming in the spring
PROGRAM & HEAD LEADER LETTERS
- Head Leader Letter - coming in the spring
- Program Letter - coming in the spring
faq's
We have collected the answers to some frequently asked questions that aren't previously answered in the sections above. If you have an idea to add to this section OR you don't see your answer, please reach out to Sarah Strong at Lost Canyon: sstrong@lc.younglife.org or 928.635.2900.
- Summer 2023 Activities | Differences between Types of Camp - Click the link above for a list of activities that will be offered this summer at Lost Canyon as well as a comparison chart between types of camps (Wyldlife, SR High, YoungLives, Capernaum).
- Linens - Lost Canyon will be providing linens this year to all campers and leaders including a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blanket, and towel
- What to Pack - Please review the packing list or download it and share it with your campers. Themed outfit information can be found in the Program Letters in the Helpful Resources section just above.
- Weather/Elevation - The elevation at Lost Canyon is approximately 7,000 feet above sea level. The air at this elevation contains less oxygen and is thinner than lower elevations. To better adjust to the altitude and avoid altitude sickness: Drink plenty of fluids, Always use sunscreen and wear sunglasses, Eat a high carbohydrate diet, Get extra rest for the first few days
- Additionally, we typically have warm days and cooler nights. Make sure your students are prepared with a rain jacket and a sweatshirt/sweater for those nights. Your weather app (looking at Williams, AZ) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
- Program Information - Please see the "Helpful Resources" section above for the Session Program letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
- Forms & Health Forms - All required forms can be found above in the "Required Documents" drop-down section. If you are looking for supportive resources like "health form how-to's for parents" those can be found in the "Helpful Resources" drop-down section above.
PREGNANT CAMPERS
The following information is true of any pregnant camper:
- They cannot be pregnant with multiples (twins, triplets, etc.)
- They cannot have a high risk pregnancy (bleeding, preeclampsia, high blood pressure, etc.)
- They cannot be past 34 weeks
- They must have a doctors signature on their health form.
ACTIVITIES FOR PREGNANT CAMPERS:
Per the National Young Life Policy, campers who are pregnant CANNOT participate in the following activities:
- Waterslides
- Hot Tub (unless reduced in heat and approved by camp doctor)
- Obstacle Course
- Dodgeball/Volleyball
- Ropes
- Zipline
- Giant Swing
- Climbing Wall/Tower
Per the National Young Life Policy, campers that are pregnant CAN participate in:
- Pool
- Gameroom
- Inflatable on the lake
- Soccer field
- Frisbee Golf
- Archery Tag
- Cabin Hike
- Octoball
- Wiffle Ball