Where the Service and Learning Go Hand in Hand



Service Learning Camps Zoom for all users!
February 5th at 1pm EST
February 15th at 8pm EST
All group leaders planning to do an SLC in 2026 (All 80+ of you) are warmly invited to join us for an informative session via Zoom. You can expect to meet key SLC leaders and be able to connect with others as desired at sites around the country.
Sign up is appreciated, giving us a sense of what to expect but the zoom meeting numbers will be posted just prior to the dates.
Contact me with questions thedonmarsh@gmail.com


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Camp Locations

A list of our locations near and far! 

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Site Details

Detailed information on each SLC site

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Our Team

The people who make it all work!

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Important Info At A Glance


Full Week Cost:
A full week (five nights) is $206 per person for 2026. Registered groups guarantee at least 12 participants, including adults; beyond that groups only pay for those who attend the camp.Groups who register with a deposit($800) by October 1 of 2025 will pay a reduced fee of $180. It pays to be an early bird! 

Partial Week Cost:
Based on number of nights. Registered groups guarantee at least 12 participants, including adults; beyond that groups only pay for those who attend the camp.
Other Money Savers we offer from time to time:
Double your deposit: Register between the promoted dates, pay $800 and be credited with a $1600 payment. Or, pay more and have it doubled.
4000 Club(Pay a $4000 lump sum which allows you to bring up to 25 at $160 per person.
Watch for other specials!
Beyond the service day experiences groups are on their own for food, recreation, worship etc which allows you to plan the trip according to your vision!
Housing is optional with SLC. Our Coordinators will have suggestions of churches and other potential housing such as camps, colleges, Air BnB’s etc but settling up housing is up to the group leader.
SLC will offer a free curriculum that is Service Learning based to a select group of 2026 groups. This is offered through a partnership with the Ministry Leadership Center. It is biblically sound, flexible and optional!
In closing, putting my money where my mouth is for 2026 SLC will offer those few groups who accept the TRIPLE UP CHALLENGE a free 3rd trip. Any group who books their 3 trips will get the 3rd trip for up to 10 people free! Contact Don for details.  

To Reserve Space:
Once your trip request is confirmed, groups are asked to send a $800 deposit. 60 days prior to the scheduled camp, payment in full is due.  

Site Locations
Atlanta, GA, Portland, OR; San Francisco, CA; San Diego, CA; Seattle, WA; Phoenix/Flagstaff, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; Billings, MT; Denver, CO; Boulder, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; NW Arkansas; Albuquerque, NM; Kansas City, MO ; Twin Cities, MN; Duluth, MN; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Decorah, IA; Detroit, MI; Toledo, OH; Baltimore, MD; New York City, NY; New Haven, CT; Providence, RI; Sioux Falls, SD ; Raleigh/Durham and Charlotte, NC to our list of site options as well as others as they come on line! By the way I will be actively looking for SLC Coordinators in the last NC communities.  

Commonly Asked Questions

  • Question: Can I customize the length of our trip?

    Answer: Yes!  We welcome trips of all sizes. We will work with you to negotiate the cost.

  • Question: Our plans fell through, we need a last minute trip. Can you accomodate us?

    Answer: Probably! We will certainly try, and we like the challenge! Contact us! 

  • Question: What do Service Learning Camps Provide?

    Answer:  Complete service site coordination/arrangement, SLC site staff member, and planning assistance for free time outings. We’ve also compiled a list of housing resources for your area so you can arrange the housing option that best suits your group.

  • Question: What am I expected to provide for our trip?

    Answer:  Transportation, food, housing, free time options (we can assist you in planning), devotional content, permission/health form, certificate of liability, rules and guidelines.

    • Question: What will the schedule look like?

    Answer:  The SLC model seeks to focus on the scope of need in a given community which means groups can expect to serve in a variety of service experiences. Generally this means 2 sites per day for 4 days unless the service sites require full days. 9 AM to 3:30 PM are good ballpark expectations for the service days.

 

  • Question: So what meals does SLC provide?

    Answer: No food or meals are provided by Service Learning Camps. We can provide assistance in locating area restaurants and grocery stores.

  • Question: I have people of all ages that want to attend, can you plan for a  wide range of participants?

    Answer: Yes! We have worked with groups of all ages. Let us know your anticipated age ranges and we will work to fit you with the most appropriate service sites.

  • Question:  Is Don really a youth ministry guru?

    Answer:  Yep! Don is a well of experience and knowledge. Not sure this is the right fit for your group? Don would love to connect and answer any questions you may have.