When is camp?
There are two sessions of Camp held the first two full weeks of June. Each camping session lasts one week. Camp always starts on a Monday and ends on a Thursday or Friday. The 2011 dates are June 6th-9th and June 13th-16th.

Where is camp?
Camp ReCreation is held at the Richardton-Taylor High School in Richardton, North Dakota.

320 Raider Road
Richardton, ND  58652
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Who is at camp?
Campers and counselors come from all over North Dakota to spend a week at Camp ReCreation! Among the many new faces you will see at camp each summer, there will be several familiar ones as well. These are just a few of the many people involved with Camp each year:

Lisa Lawrence, Program Director, Board of Directors President

Jackie Lausch, Camp Director, Board of Directors Vice President

DeEll Hoff, Office Manager, Board of Directors Financial Director

Danelle Hoff, Task Force Director, Board of Directors Secretary

Brother Anthony Baker, Task Force Director, Board of Directors

Chelsea Roshau, Board of Directors

Sarah Goetz, Board of Directors

Father Boniface Muggli, Board of Directors

Dave Hoff, Board of Directors

Kim Rebel, Board of Directors

Corey Lasuch, Board of Directors

What do people say?
"I've been coming ever since I was little. I love the music, games, and everything!"
~Joanne Glasoe, Camper

"There is so much I could say. The counselors and everyone appreciate and encourage each camper's uniqueness. Our son looks forward to the dance each year, and it is so good to see the friends he makes at camp."
~Janet Kuhn, Parent of Camper

"Thank God for Camp ReCreation. Camp has continued for over 35 years as a testimony of our common belief that all life is meant to be respected and cherished. God indeed rewards all those who 'let the little children come' to Him."
~Fr. Basil Atwell, Former Camp Director

"In one fun-filled, spiritually charged week, our twin daughters leave their own world and give of themselves. They have experienced one of the most powerful testimonies of God's presence in their lives."
~Kathy Charley, Parent of Counselors

"A new world has opened up filled with understanding, joy, and unconditional love with all of these individuals that once frightened me."
~Kim Kerner, Counselor

"Camp ReCreation has been one of the best experiences of my life. I have really learned from the campers what is important in life and how to love. I know for a fact that Camp has helped me learn more compassion and patience."
~Ashley Magelky, Counselor

The life changes that people can experience in a two week time frame are endless. Camp ReCreation has shown me that the beauty of helping others can instill courage, patience and self evaluation in one’s life.
~Charmayne Messer, Teacher

It was an amazing week when I gave all of myself in order to help the campers have a great week!
~2009 Counselor

This camp is an amazing experience for all involved; the campers, counselors and volunteers alike!
~2009 Counselor

This camp is an amazing experience. I have never had the joy of working with people with special needs. They are all so happy, carefree and appreciative of everything.
~2009 Counselor

Why Camp ReCreation?
Camp ReCreation instills endless values in those who participate and volunteer. Values such as respect, compassion, community involvement and volunteerism are encouraged and fostered, as are the core Christian values love, sacrifice and service. Camp touches hearts through service and compassion, as well as through the continuous support of those dedicated to making a difference. Camp is a fun-filled week of learning, loving and living!