10 Reasons to Send Your Kids to Camp

Ten Reasons You Should Send Your Kid to Camp And One Reason You Might Want to Go, Too! By Pastor Karl Bastian, Kidology.org There’s something almost magical about summer camp. The crackling campfire, the chorus of frogs at night, the sound of kids laughing as they run between cabins and canoes. But it’s not just the scenery or the s’mores that make camp so valuable—it’s what happens in kids while they’re at camp. If you’ve been on the fence about sending your child to summer camp, here are ten compelling reasons to make it happen this year. It’s more than just a break for them (and maybe for you)—it’s an investment in their heart, their mind, their friendships, and their faith. 1. Camp gets kids into God’s creation. In our digital world, kids are constantly surrounded by screens. Camp pulls the plug—literally—and immerses them in God’s handiwork. From towering trees to twinkling stars, nature has a way of pointing us back to the Creator. As Romans 1:20 reminds us, “For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made…” When kids hike a trail,…