
DESCRIPTION: We call our spiritual emphasis week Θωμασμυς (Thaumasmus). This camp is like no other at Lamoka Baptist Camp, because it is a camp specifically designed for campers who have a passion for digging deeper into the Word of God. It is for those young people (13-18 year olds) in your church who are not satisfied with the easy or simple answers. Campers who attend this week will be able to enjoy the many activities Camp Lamoka has to offer, but they will spend most of their time in Theology Sessions, Workshops, break out groups, and solo times. These workshops and sessions are led by pastors, theologians, and professors who love the Lord and desire to see young people grow closer to Him. The whole week is designed to assist the camper in furthering their knowledge of the Scriptures and God, while deepening their relationship with Him. The Greek word above means to “marvel at something in more than a matter-of-fact way.” And that is the objective of the week. We desire to look at Theology and study the Scriptures in a way that is exciting and thrilling and in a way that causes you to rejoice in who God is and what he has done. Theology and Doctrine are so crucial, especially in this day and age, and we are so overjoyed and passionate about the opportunity to teach it to the young people alongside you, the local church.
THIS WEEK IS BY INVITATION ONLY:
This week is a “by invitation only” week, which means that if you would like one of your young people to attend the week, a deacon or pastor must recommend them by sending me an email with their name to camp@lamoka.com.
Directors: Pastor Scott Paris & Pastor Rollin Howard
Director’s Bio: My name is Scott Paris, and I’m an associate pastor at Central Baptist Church in Binghamton, New York. I will have been married for four years this summer, and my wife, Amanda, and I are parents to three amazing little girls. When I’m not at the church leading worship or running our youth ministry, I love hiking, playing board games, or reading. I’m so excited to be able to be at Lamoka this summer and share about how amazing Jesus is, the God-man who, if everything He did were written down, “I suppose that not even the world itself could contain the books that would be written”! (John 21:25)
2027 Theme: TBA
COST: $200.00*
*If you are invited to attend this amazing spiritual emphasis week, but you cannot afford to attend, please let us know, and we will try to assist you if we can. No discounts are available for this camp.
Ready to dive deep into God's Word?
Registration for this camp is by invitation only.
Information
PACKING LIST
WHAT TO BRING
• Clothes
(with an extra change or two of clothes, especially one that can get messy)
• Sweatshirt or jacket
• Swim-suit
(modest one-piece for girls)
• Bedding
(for twin XL mattresses)
• Close-toed shoes
(for group games, climbing wall, zipline, etc)
• Water shoes or crocs
(for showering and swimming)
• Toiletries
(toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, towel, etc)
• Flashlight
(optional)
• Bible
• Notebook and pens
• Spending money
(average amount brought = $30)
WHAT NOT TO BRING
• Cellphones
• Computers
• Tablets
• Knives
• Lighters or matches
• Aerosol cans
• Expensive jewelry
SAFETY & INSPECTIONS
Our staff is well-trained and one of our priorities is your camper’s safety. We have at least one Registered Nurse (RN), one First Responder, and multiple CPR-certified persons on staff and on campus at all times. We are certified by the New York Health Department and the Department of Labor. Click here: /faq to see answers to frequently asked questions. If you have any further concerns, please contact our office.
In 2025, Lamoka added a horse elective to certain camps. It may not be available or offered every week, please reach out to see if it will be offered during the week you are attending. Those who wish to participate and ride a horse must meet the following requirements set by the Horse Ranch and NY State: Weight Limit is 225lbs; Age minimum is 8yrs old; Riders must be wearing long pants and closed-toed shoes (preferably a boot with a small heel if possible); All riders must sign our waiver and wear provided helmets for the ride.
DIRECTIONS TO CAMP
Physical Address: 3646 E Lamoka Lake Rd, Tyrone, NY 14887
The easiest way to get here is to search "Lamoka Baptist Camp" directly in Google Maps or your preferred navigation app.
Driving Directions:
From the North / Northwest (via Rochester / Geneva): Take I-90 E to Exit 42 for NY-14 toward Geneva/Penn Yan. Head south on NY-14 S through Penn Yan and Dundee. Turn right onto County Rd 23 / Mud Lake Rd heading toward Tyrone, then follow local signs onto E Lamoka Lake Rd to the camp entrance.
From the South / Southeast (via Corning / Elmira / Southern Tier Expressway): Take I-86 / NY-17 to Exit 41 (Campbell) or Exit 42 (Coopers Plains). Head north on Co Rd 16 / NY-226 N toward Savona and Bradford. Continue onto NY-226 N through Bradford, then turn onto E Lamoka Lake Rd to reach the camp on the shores of Lamoka Lake.
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