Camp Information

Camp Information and Frequently Asked Questions

What is the address for Aaronic Priesthood Encampment?

• 8695 Levee Rd, Jeffersonville, KY 40337 (about 30 minutes from Winchester)

Can we bring our own guns or archery equipment to use at the camp range?

• NO. National standards do not allow personal firearms of any kind at camp (including archery equipment). Firearms may not be stored in vehicles on property.

Are cell phones allowed?

• Adults can bring cell phones. Youth are discouraged from bringing cell phones. Also, most areas of the campsite have spotty cell coverage at best, if at all.

What are the sleeping accommodations at camp?

• Two person canvas tents on wood platforms are already available. Hammocks are optional.

Can I bring a knife?

• Pocket knives are allowed. No fixed blade knives are allowed at camp.

What should I pack for camp?

• Packing for camp can be an intensive process. We have grouped suggested items together into categories as detailed below:

• General Items

  • Mosquito net (for sleeping)

  • Tennis shoes / hiking boots

  • Sandals / water footwear

  • Socks (5 pair)

  • Swim suit

  • Towel and washcloth for showers

  • Hat

  • Clothing (Shirts and shorts/pants for 5 days, 5 pairs underwear)

  • Poncho

  • Water bottle

  • Headlamp / flashlight

  • Camp chair

  • Scriptures

  • Copy of Aaronic Priesthood Theme

  • Pen/pencil and notebook

  • Bug spray / tick repellant

  • Fishing pole if desired (NOTE: anyone 16 years or older needs a fishing license)

  • Earplugs (nighttime birds)

• Sleeping Items

  • Pillow

  • Sleeping bag

  • Hammock (if desired)

  • Pajamas

  • Foam pad / air mattress

• Personal Items / Toiletries

  • Personal prescription medication (adult leaders in ward and stake should be notified of any prescriptions)

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

  • Small mirror

  • Chapstick

  • Soap

  • Shampoo

  • Comb

  • Sunscreen

  • Deodorant

What are the camp rules?

• The camp rules can be found in the Lexington North Stake Aaronic Priesthood Encampment Attendance Pledge, which should be read prior to registration. It is found below.

What permission slips should I fill out?

• All attendees need to fill out a permission and medical form from the Church website, a gun sports Hold Harmless form from BSA if the attendee plans to participate in the gun sports activities, and a camp pledge

Permission and Medical

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/callings/church-safety-and-health/permission-and-medical-release-form?lang=eng

Gun Sports