FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Youth entering grades 6th through 12th.
Are youth allowed to bring phones?
Campers are not allowed to have a phone in their possession at any time at camp. Phones may be given to the adult leader if necessary, but any phones found in a camper's possession without an exception granted by the camp director will be confiscated until the end of camp.
What should you pack for camp?
Bible, journal, pen or pencil, bedding (bunk beds do not have bedding provided), towels, personal care items, clothes (see modesty rules), swimsuit, swim shirt or cover to be worn in the pool, refillable water bottle, and sunscreen. Dress will be casual all week, however please keep in mind modest clothing is required for both girls and boys per our rules and campers or leaders will be asked to change if not wearing appropriate clothing.
What should you not pack for camp?
Personal electronics, phones, firearms, fireworks, tobacco, narcotics, alcohol, and any prank items
What if I have to bring medication?
All medication must be brought in it's original packaging with the prescription on it and given to the nurse at check in. Medication will be distributed as needed by the camp nurse during camp.
Should campers bring spending money?
Yes! Purpose Week merch will be available before and after worship times. The camp also has a Snack Shack and a Gift Shop with ETBE merch and other items for purchase.
How many sponsors per students are required for camp?
Texas state law requires 1 adult sponsor for every 10 students. If you are bringing male students you must bring a male sponsor and if you are bringing female students you must bring a female sponsor. There is a minimum of two adults required in each dorm, so if you have a dorm to yourself you will need more sponsors.
What if our church doesn't have enough sponsors?
The GTBN as well as East Texas Baptist Encampment both have resources to help connect churches with sponsors to fill in at camp if needed. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can assist in filling your need.
What dorm will my group be assigned to?
Dorms will be assigned the week prior to camp but are likely to change up to time of check in due to last minute changes in registration. If you require special accommodations please contact Lizz at office@gtbn.us to see how we can assist.
What REC team will my students be on?
Due to timing of registrations and last minute additions we wait to assign teams until a week prior to camp. An email will go out to lead sponsors with this information, however know that it is subject to change. Teams will be divided by gender and age group (middle schoolers and high schoolers).
Do students 18 or over need background checks/child protection training?
All persons coming to camp who are 18 or older at anytime while they are at camp must have a background check and a certificate of completion for the Child Protection Training to be submitted at check in. If these are not presented the student must either complete the training and background check asap or will be sent home. For more information see Sponsor Requirements under Leader Resources.