Camp Wakon' Da-Ho

Where the Great Spirit Rises. Each summer, children, youth and adults gather week after week in Casey County to celebrate faith with old friends while making new ones along the way. Camp Wakon’ Da-Ho has welcomed campers for well over 60 years.  

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Camp Wakon’ Da-Ho 2025 Dates

Spring Events

Spring Retreat and Work Weekend – April 25-27, 2025.

This event is for Chi Rho and CYF Youth, as well as willing and able adults. Come and help us prepare the campground for the 2025 season! We will work together, worship together, play games, and have a lot of fun. More details and registration info to come! 

Summer Camp Information – Please Read Before Registering

Summer Camps 2025

Chi Rho camps are for youth who completed grades 6-8 in 2025. We offer housing that accommodates any camper’s gender identity. Arrival time is Mon.12:30-2:00 PM. Departure time is Sat.10:30 AM.

  • Chi Rho 1 (Just Completed 6th – 8th grade) – June 30 – July 5
  • Chi Rho 2 (Just Completed 6th – 8th grade) – July 7 – 12

Camps 101A & B: Camp 101 is for youth that completed grades K-2* in 2025. These camps are designed to orient children to the camping experience. It also provides an opportunity for them to share the adventure with a trusted friend. Each camper must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent, guardian, or other adult aged 21 or older. Like the camper, the accompanying adult needs to fully register for the camp. 101A is a weekend long, sleepover camp. 101B is a single day but does include all the activities of the overnight camp. Arrival time for 101A is Fri. 7:00-9:00 PM. Departure is Sun. 12noon. Arrival time for 101B is Sat. 9:00-9:30AM Departure time is Sat. 7:00pm.

Mini Camp is a weekend camp for youth that completed grades 2*-3 in 2025. Arrival time is Fri. 4:00-5:00pm. Departure time is Sun. 11:30 AM. Mini Camp Closing Worship starts at 11:00AM. You are welcome to join your camper for worship.

*Campers that have completed grade 2 can choose either Mini camp or one of the 101 camps.

  • Mini Camp (Just Completed 2nd – 3rd Grade) – May 30 – June 1 

CYF Camps are for youth who completed grades 9-12. We offer housing that accommodates any camper’s gender identity. These camps also feature a closing night formal banquet, so campers should pack a nice outfit. Arrival time is Mon.12:30-2:00 PM. Departure time is Sat.10:30 AM.

  • CYF 1 (Just Completed 9th – 12th grade) – June 2 – 7
  • CYF 2 (Just Completed 9th – 12th grade) – June 23 – 28

Eighters Camp: This is a unique opportunity for youth who completed grade 8. We offer housing that accommodates any camper’s gender identity. Eighters specializes in human sexuality and spirituality. The Christian Church in Kentucky invites Just Say Know Ministries to present this outstanding curriculum. To learn more, go to justsayknowministry.com and explore their website. Arrival time is Sun. 4:30-5:00PM. Departure Time is Sat.10:30 AM.

  • Eighter’s Camp (Just Completed 8th grade) – June 8 – 14

Junior Camp is for youth who completed grades 4-5. Arrival time is Mon.12:30-2:00 PM. Departure time is Fri.10:30 AM.

  • Junior Camp (Just Completed 4th – 5th grade) – June 16 – 20

We realize that there are always extenuating circumstances that may require exceptions to our age guidelines for campers. If you have a question or challenging situation, please call The Christian Church in Kentucky office at (859) 233-1391. Our goal is to make a place for everyone who wants to attend camp.

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Your generosity helps children and youth of the Christian Church in Kentucky find faith and friendship through the outdoor ministry at Camp Wakon’ Da-Ho.