Camp Kateri Tekakwitha

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A summer camp ministry of Prairie Star

Camp Tekakwitha is where wild adventure meets life-changing faith. For nearly 30 years, Camp Tekakwitha has welcomed campers of all ages into a joyful community, inviting them to encounter Christ in the beauty of creation.

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A Place set apart

What Makes Camp Tekakwitha Special

Although our adventure activities are memorable, often the love that campers experience through prayer is what they remember most.

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    Prayer & Sacraments

    Your child will have the opportunity to experience different forms of prayer during camp and encounter Our Lord Jesus in a powerful, life-changing way.

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    Adventure & Nature

    High ropes, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, archery tag, basketball, soccer, swimming, archery, volleyball, mountain biking.

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    Authentic Friendship

    Some of the most authentic, longest lasting friendships begin right here at Camp. Campers have the chance to encounter Christ in one another without the distractions of the world.

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    Heartfelt Fun

    One of the most common things campers tell us is how much fun they have when they're here. No matter what age, campers can simply 'be' and enjoy the Lord at Camp.

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Where encounters with Jesus Christ are likely.

Camp Tekakwitha believes that fun matters, adventure matters, friendship matters, and that each can become a pathway to encounter, conversion, and lifelong faith.

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Dear parents,

You are doing a great job, and your kids love you

You are your child's first and most important teacher of the faith, and you are doing a beautiful job. Thank you for trusting us with your family. We are here to support your journey and give your kids a summer of pure, holy joy.

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What Our Campers Have to Say

  • Camp gave me great faith formation, compassionate friends, and an ever-deepening faith-life that I take with me everywhere.

    — Abigail, former camper

  • Over and over again I encounter God in the chapel surrounded by saints and friends. He has given me so many inspirations and lifelines as I try to walk closer with Him each day!

    — Magdalen, former camper

  • I have made the absolute best friends because of Camp Tekakwitha!

    — Sarah, former camper

  • Camp really taught me how to have a relationship with God through entering into silent Prayer every day. Learning how to live out this relationship with God at camp has also helped me to deepen my friendships with those around me.

    — Jacob, former camper

  • Jesus showed His face in so many different places that I had never even looked. I can't begin to describe the love that I felt every single session. He showed me how close He wanted to be with me every day.

    — Jonathan, former camper

  • Camp has given me life-long, virtuous friendships. In that way it's still inspiring and growing my faith even though I'm not actively involved at camp anymore.

    — Haley, former camper

  • One of the things that makes camp so special is that it is just one big God moment. An attitude of gratitude permeates the campus. Nothing is taken for granted. Everything is recognized as a miracle.

    — Tighe, former camper

  • Learning the joy of self-giving, establishing a habit of daily prayer, and making lifelong friends in Christ.

    — Meagan, former camper

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Step into a summer of profound personal growth, deep prayer, and high-energy adventure. We assemble a dedicated team of older high schoolers and college students to serve our camp families and point them toward Jesus. Apply today and experience the best summer of your life.

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