Camp FAQ's

Frequently asked questions about Bible Camp at the Lahti Retreat Center

Question:  Who can attend Bible Camp at the Lahti Retreat Center?

Answer:   Anyone!  The LBF Bible Camp at the LRC is a family camp.  There are facilities available for people of all ages.  We encourage families to attend together, but children ages 9 and up may attend unaccompanied with parental permission.

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Question:  When can I arrive at camp?

Answer:  You can arrive Wednesday afternoon. Camp registration will officially begin at 3 p.m.  Counselors and some staff will arrive Tuesday evening for training and planning, but others are not to arrive before Wednesday afternoon.  If you need to arrive early and have not made arrangements with the directors or registrars, please do so ASAP.  

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Question:  What should I bring to camp?

Answer:  Everyone should bring:  A completed health form, your Bible, a notebook, swim suit, towel, and clothing for weather of all sorts. Dorm age children, ages 9-17, or people staying in lodging on site also need to bring bedding or a sleeping bag, and pillow.  Even if you're planning on sleeping in a sleeping bag, a bottom sheet is desirable.  In the dorms the mattresses are twin size and in the adult lodging there are both full and twin size beds.

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Question:  Who has to fill out a health form for camp?

Answer:  Every camper, young and old, must fill out a health form.  This is so our medical staff can have as much information as possible to take the best care of each and every camper.

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Question:  My child has medication and/or allergies that need to be taken care of at camp.  How is this done?

Answer:  Our medical staff screens each camper at the time of registration.  Any health concerns are noted and addressed at that time and plan of action is made to meet each camper's needs.

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Question:  What's the weather like at Camp Lahti?

Answer:  In mid-late July the weather is usually fair and warm with mostly sunny days and cool nights, but be prepared for just about any type of weather along the shore of Lake Superior including rain, a cool breeze off the lake, or even hot weather!

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Question:  Are there many mosquitoes?

Answer:  Yes, there can be at times.  Early morning and just before dark in the evening are usually the worst.

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Question:  Are there things I should not bring to camp?

Answer:  Yes:  Your dog or other pets. Electronics of any kind are discouraged (the cell service is terrible anyway).  Of course alcohol or tobacco products are prohibited.

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Question:  Should I bring snacks for in the dorm?

Answer:  All of your food is provided, along with a snack time in the morning.  A concession stand will be open in the afternoon for additional candy and snacks, so you might want to bring a little cash to buy extra snacks.  If you bring snacks from home you can eat or share them at the discretion of your counselor.

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Question:  Where can I set up my camper and what services are provided?

Answer:  There is a designated camping area and electric service is provided for those who need it.  If you don't need electric service you are encouraged to set up away from the area where the electric service outlets are so those who need it can use it.  Based on need and numbers we may have to set up some campers or tents in other areas on the grounds.  Everything is "first-come, first-served."  We don't have sites that can be reserved.

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Question:  What is the meal schedule for camp?

Answer:  The first official meal will be supper at 5 p.m. on Wednesday and the last meal will be late morning on Sunday.  If you arrive early you are responsible for providing your own food.  Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided Thursday - Saturday along with breakfast and lunch on Sunday.  Counselors and a few other staff will be arriving Tuesday evening and food will be provided for them both Tuesday evening and Wednesday at lunch time.

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Question:  Do I get a camp t-shirt this year?

Answer:  Availability of t-shirts is a decision made on a year-to-year basis.

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Question:  When does camp end?

Answer:  Camp ends on Sunday.  There will be a meal around noon on Sunday and this is the last scheduled activity.

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Question:  I won't be at camp for the entire time, how do I calculate how much it will cost?

Answer:  Simply use $10 per meal you plan to eat and $40 per night you stay, per person, to calculate your cost.  If you have your own lodging, tent or RV, use $25 per night instead.  For children under the age of 9 calculate as shown and deduct 15%.  For specific rate questions or quotes contact the registrar.

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Question:  $10 per meal and $40 per night per person seems expensive.  Why so much?

Answer:  The meal fee and the overnight fee also include your use of the grounds and access to the LBF program,  It's not just for the cost of the meal or your stay.  Since the number of meals you eat and the number of nights you stay is directly proportional to your length of stay at camp this is the easiest way to calculate your share of the cost.  The best value for your dollar is to simply come for the entire camp, it saves each person about $40 over paying ala carte!

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Question:  Why isn't there a camp at Wood Lake anymore or a retreat at Lutheran Island?

Answer:  The Wood Lake camp closed due to financial difficulties.  The owners of the property notified the LBF board that they were not operating the camp any longer.   The cost of running a retreat at Lutheran Island became prohibitive.  Despite the success of our one-time retreat there,  the LBF board made the decision to stop using this facility.  A search for another facility in Minnesota or Wisconsin is ongoing.

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Question:  What is the landline phone number for the Lahti Retreat Center?

Answer:  906-296-0643

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Question:  How can I find out more about the Lahti Retreat Center?

Answer:  You can visit their web site:  www.lahtiretreatcenter.com

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Question:  The answer to my question isn't listed here.  How can I get my question(s) answered?

Answer:  Contact the camp registrars, Mike or Cindy Simula.  Mike's email address is:  mikesimula@gmail.com or cell number:  (906) 371-0048.  Cindy's email is:  banditto6@yahoo.com or cell number:  (906) 371-2360.