Twin Lakes Iowa Bible Camp is a Christian camp located near Manson, Iowa, approximately two hours northwest of Des Moines. The camp is situated on the shores of North Twin Lake, offering a variety of water sports and recreational activities. Twin Lakes Bible Camp serves churches and families by providing full programming for residential youth camps, wakeboard camps, day camps, family camps, and family reunions.
Affiliation, Types of Camps, and Programming
Twin Lakes Bible Camp is affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant. They operate the following types of camps:
- Conference/retreats
- Day camps
- Resident camps
- Work camps
Their programming includes activities for various age groups:
- Children
- Pre-teens
- Teens
- Young adults
- Adults
- Families (together in one program)
- Families (separated by age)
- Senior adults
Special emphasis camps and themes during various sessions include:
- Aquatic skills
- Leadership
- Missions
- Sports
- Team building
Activities and Accommodations
Twin Lakes Bible Camp offers a wide range of activities for its guests:
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Archery/Shooting Range | Opportunity to practice archery and sharpen shooting skills |
| Horseback Riding | Enjoy horseback riding on the camp’s trails |
| Ice Skating | Take to the ice for some winter fun |
| Paintball | Engage in friendly paintball battles |
| Ropes/Challenge Course | Test your skills on the camp’s ropes and challenge course |
| Soccer Field | Play a game of soccer on the camp’s field |
| Baseball/Softball Field | Enjoy America’s pastime on the camp’s diamond |
| Snow Sledding/Tubing | Slide down the hills during the winter months |
| Basketball Court | Shoot some hoops on the camp’s basketball court |
| Swimming – Outdoor, Beach Front | Cool off in the waters of North Twin Lake |
| Fishing Area | Cast a line and try your hand at fishing |
| Game Room/Arcade | Enjoy some friendly competition in the game room |
| Golf Course (Miniature) | Putt your way through the camp’s mini-golf course |
| Gymnasium | Utilize the camp’s indoor gymnasium for various activities |
Accommodations at Twin Lakes Bible Camp include:
- Tent sites
- Cabins
- Dormitory
- Hotel/Motel
- Lodge
- RV sites
Rentals and Group Sizes
Twin Lakes Bible Camp is available for rent to various groups, including:
- Children’s groups
- Youth groups
- Single adults
- Married couples
- Families (in one unit)
The camp can accommodate the following number of guests:
- Summer: Up to 250 guests
- Spring: Up to 250 guests
- Winter: Up to 175 guests
- Fall: Up to 250 guests
Registration, Payment, and Scholarships
To avoid increased costs, it is recommended to complete the registration for camp before the April 1st deadline. DCC members and regular attenders are eligible for regular camp scholarships that cover 50% of the cost of one camp experience or 50% of the cost per family for one family camp. Twin Lakes also offers scholarships to those with financial need.
Contact Information
For more information or to plan your visit to Twin Lakes Iowa Bible Camp, you can reach them at:
Phone: (712) 297-7714
Website: http://www.twinlakesbiblecamp.com
References:
– Active Kids – Twin Lakes Bible Camp
– CCCA – Twin Lakes Bible Camp
– Decorah Covenant Church – Twin Lakes Bible Camp
– Twin Lakes Bible Camp Official Website
– Cruise Calhoun – Twin Lakes Bible Camp