NeKaMo Camp Inc. is a non-denominational Christian camp serving youth going into second through twelfth grade. NeKaMo Camp for boys is located near Mound City, Kansas and NeKaMo Camp for girls is located near Warsaw, Missouri.
Since 1965, generational staff have maintained the same philosophy, mission, vision, and values of our founders. Many of our staff and board members were also once campers at NeKaMo Camp. When you send your child to NeKaMo Camp, you can have confidence that this year’s program will be the result of nearly six decades of successful Christian camping for youth.
NeKaMo Camp is a member of the national Association of Cedarbrook Camps where spiritual formation, relationships, community, skill-building, individual development, and creation are valued.
The NeKaMo Camp mission is to faithfully present the gospel of Jesus Christ and to provide unique opportunities for spiritual and personal growth for campers and staff in order to equip them to serve Christ and glorify His name.
Campers address staff by their ‘bird-name’, a fun tradition providing a simple way to maintain respect in a casual atmosphere. The current girls camp director, for example, goes by ‘Kiskadee’.
NeKaMo Camp is for youth going into second through twelfth grades.
To ensure age appropriate activities, campers are grouped into Divisions according to grade level. Cabins have six to eight campers of the same Division with one or two counselors.
Pathfinder Division: going into 2nd – 4th grades
Trailblazer Division: going into 5th – 7th grades
Challenger Division: going into 8th – 9th grades
Explorer Division: going into 10th – 12th grades
NeKaMo Camp was founded in 1965 as a Christian camping ministry for girls utilizing City Union Mission’s Camp in the Ozarks. “Christ in every phase of a girl’s life” was the motto. We are grateful for the vision of those ladies and their faithfulness to create a camp where girls can grow in their knowledge of Christ and appreciation of His creation.
Although initially part of Camp Cherith, we are a member of the Association of Cedarbrook Camps. All of the Cedarbrook Camps share the same philosophy and work on mutual objectives to make our camps the best they can be for our campers.
The summer of 2021 brought the re-launch of Boys Camp. It was a good year and we are excited to see how God provides for both camps.
Campers enjoy a blend of time spent with their cabin, their age division, with others interested in the same skill building activity, with friends during free time, and with a larger group during all-camp for meals and Friday night campfire.
NeKaMo Camp’s program emphasizes skill-building, creativity, respect for others, nature appreciation, and a recognition that Jesus Christ is our greatest treasure.
Campers live in small groups of 6 to 8 with one or two counselors and participate in individually-chosen activities each morning and afternoon.
Exposure to God’s Word comes several times throughout the day, including a personal time in the morning (Morning Watch) and a cabin Bible study (Bible Exploration) led each day by the counselor.
After the evening activities, campers gather around the campfire for singing and a short devotion.
All NeKaMo Camp board and staff members serving in any capacity shall be committed to Christ and His service and seek to manifest the kind of life expressed in Romans 12:10-12, “Be devoted to one another with brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Since many denominational groups are involved in NeKaMo Camp, staff members are asked not to promote or practice denominational distinctives which are not found in the NeKaMo Camp Statement of Faith. At camp we will focus on the unity we have in Christ and the basic beliefs we hold in common.
We believe:
Location:
NeKaMo Girls Camp is located at CAMP CUMCITO in the Ozarks near Warsaw Missouri.
From Kansas City metro area: take Missouri HWY 13 South out of Harrisonville headed for Springfield. At Clinton, turn off of 13 and follow HWY 7 East toward Warsaw. After Clinton there aren’t many places to stop, so take advantage of Walmart and the typical fast food restaurants. You’ll come to camp before you get to Warsaw which has a historic downtown area, Truman Lake, and Visitors Center.
Health & Safety:
Camp, like life, is not without risks. We do our best to minimize and reduce hazards through our risk management program, which includes staff training and awareness, and safety rules at all activity sites. We have a registered nurse on site, and further medical assistance is available within five miles of our camp.
Campers enjoy a blend of time spent with their cabin, their age division, with others interested in the same skill building activity, with friends during free time, and with a larger group during all-camp for meals and Friday night campfire.
NeKaMo Camp’s program emphasizes skill-building, creativity, respect for others, nature appreciation, and a recognition that Jesus Christ is our greatest treasure.
Campers live in small groups of 6 to 8 with one or two counselors and participate in individually-chosen activities each morning and afternoon.
Exposure to God’s Word comes several times throughout the day, including a personal time in the morning (Morning Watch) and a cabin Bible study (Bible Exploration) led each day by the counselor.
After the evening activities, campers gather around the campfire for singing and a short devotion.
Two daily skill building activities for the week are chosen individually by each camper.
Arts/Fine arts:
Crafts – What would camp be without a craft class?
Some examples of classes offered are leather craft, knitting, painting, sketching, and scrapbooking.
Drama/Puppets/Creative Movement – We frequently have classes in the fine arts.
In the past these classes have included puppets, drama, or guitar.
These classes are offered to a variety of ages.
Campcraft:
We offer classes in camp skills covering a variety of topics such as: knot tying, fire building, outdoor cooking, trails and compass use, soap carving with jack knives, outdoor crafts, and learning to identify animals and insects native to our camp. These classes are offered to a variety of ages.
Outposting:
For three days the group sleeps in tents, cooks all their meals over a campfire or camp stove, and focuses on learning other campcraft skills. Outposting is required for high school campers in the CILT program.
Rockwall Climbing:
This class is offered for campers entering 7th-12th grades (Challengers and Explorers). Campers learn auto and manual belay and work to achieve 3 varying skill levels of climbing.
Target sports:
Water Sports:
The onsite five acre pond, provides the perfect setting for small classes.
What is CILT? CILT is a 2-year leadership training program for Explorers who are interested in learning the skills needed to be a camp counselor. The CILT experience prepares young women to learn and apply principles of leadership and discipleship that they can use throughout their lives. It will also deepen their knowledge of Scripture and increase their skills in activity areas.
Who can apply? Applicants must:
What can I expect from the CILT experience?
Learn & Discuss:
Lessons such as Leadership & Camping Principles, Camper Characteristics, Principles of Camp Counseling, Philosophy of NeKaMo Camp.
Develop:
Skills needed to teach campers in an activity specialty area; build a resource file.
Experience:
Hands-on activities—lead songfests, Bible Ex., games, etc.
Mentoring:
The CILT Coordinator and Instructors, Activity Leaders, and Camp Counselors will encourage the CILTs to learn and grow as leaders. Each CILT is assigned a mentor/prayer partner during their CILT experience.
What are CILT Responsibilities?
As future leaders, CILTs set an example for their peers and for younger campers.
How do I apply? Those Explorers who meet the application requirements listed above may fill out the application through our Ultra Camp registration portal.
When should I apply? All CILT application materials are due by May 1.
All CILT 1 applicants are eligible to apply for a CILT campership covering the cost of one week of camp.
Staff members play a key role in making camp a safe and fun place to be. We look for godly women who love Christ, love kids, serve with a cheerful heart, and like to have fun!
Our staff members are college students, moms and teachers who often simply want to give to others what they themselves received at a camp or outdoor adventure.
Pre-camp training is mandatory and provides education in safety procedures, counseling and teaching methods, evangelism, and camping skills.
If you would like to be considered for a position as staff, please use the REGISTRATION for girls camp and go to the staff section.
***DIFFERENT LOCATION for Boys Camp than Girls Camp.***
BOYS WEEK: June 26 – July 1
NeKaMo Boys Camp is located at Shalom Retreat Center, 12985 Co Rd 1095, Mound City, KS 66056. Shalom Retreat Center is a ministry of Freedom Fire Ministries.
From Kansas City metro area:
If taking HWY 7 out of Olathe, be sure to NOT take the Northern county highways which your phone may suggest; instead, go further south.
From HWY 7 South out of Olathe, turn East onto HWY 548 which is left onto E1150th Rd, then after HWY 1095 turn Left to go North onto Nickell Rd. Camp will be on your right as you go up a hill.
Or take 69 South toward Louisburg past Pleasanton. Exit onto HWY 52 West for Mound City which is also marked 850th Rd. Follow 52 West through downtown Mound City until it T intersects with HWY 7 . Turn Right following HWY 7 North and stay straight onto County HWY 1095. Stay on 1095 as the road winds around and Shalom will be on your right.
From 1095 turn onto E1300 Road follow it past a few of the Shalom buildings. Near the fork in the road, turn right onto the private drive going downhill to the DINING HALL and parking lot.
Camp, like life, is not without risks. We do our best to minimize and reduce hazards through our risk management program, which includes staff training and awareness, and safety rules at all activity sites. We have a registered nurse on site, and further medical assistance is available within five miles of our camp.
Campers enjoy a blend of time spent with their cabin, their age division, with others interested in the same skill building activity, with friends during free time, and with a larger group during all-camp for meals and Thursday night campfire.
NeKaMo Camp’s program emphasizes skill-building, creativity, respect for others, nature appreciation, and a recognition that Jesus Christ is our greatest treasure.
Campers live in small groups of 6 to 8 with one or two counselors and participate in individually-chosen activities each morning and afternoon.
Exposure to God’s Word comes several times throughout the day, including a personal time in the morning (Morning Watch) and a cabin Bible study (Bible Exploration) led each day by the counselor.
After the evening activities, campers gather around the campfire for singing and a short devotion.
Two daily skill building activities for the week are chosen individually by each camper.
Options include:
Staff members play a key role in making camp a safe and fun place to be. We look for godly men who love Christ, love kids, serve with a cheerful heart, and like to have fun!
Our staff members are college students, dads and teachers who often simply want to give to others what they themselves received at a camp or outdoor adventure.
Pre-camp training is mandatory and provides education in safety procedures, counseling and teaching methods, evangelism, and camping skills.
If you would like to be considered for a position as volunteer staff, please use the REGISTRATION for boys camp and go to the staff section.
We understand that not everyone is well suited to be a counselor in a cabin; but your gifts of time, talent, cash, gifts in kind, reading our newsletters and praying, do make a difference. Ask God to help you know how you can join with us.
Your financial donations are appreciated and have helped sustain our small camp since 1965. You are an encouragement to our volunteer board of directors and volunteer staff.
NeKaMo Camp Inc. is a 501(c)3 public charity. EIN # 48-0898155 We are pleased to provide a receipt of your tax deductible donations. info@nekamocamp.org
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NeKaMo Camp scholarships are called “camperships” which help to offset $85 of the cost of camp for parents who apply during registration. Please use the Online Giving Form below.
Focused gifts of tangible goods are always welcome. Please confirm that your gift would fit well for NeKaMo Camp’s needs by emailing us at: info@nekamocamp.org .
If your items are not a good match, please consider donating to City Thrift, a program through City Union Mission.
Shop smile.amazon.com in support of NeKaMo Camp Inc ($300 raised as of June 2022)
We appreciate the faithful giving through paper checks made payable to “NeKaMo Camp Inc” and mailed to our financial secretary.
NeKaMo Camp
c/o Becky Groff
22801 W. 246 St.
Paola, KS 66071
To provide camperships or other one time gifts please use this Online Giving Form.
If you have a PayPal account and you would like to set up automatic recurring monthly giving, please select the One Dollar Donor icon.
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At camp, our snack store is called ‘The Tuck Shop’ where campers can get camp merch or a cold treat.
Twice a year our online store offers camp merch: late Fall for Christmas gifts and late Spring for camp gear.
Stickers are available year round in the “Sticker Store” tab.
NeKaMo Camp Inc. is a 501(c)3 public charity. EIN # 48-0898155
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