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What is Camp Akita?

Camp Akita. Camp Akita is a place of fun and reflection where all who enter are encouraged to strengthen their relationship with God, self, others, and nature.

Where is Camp Akita located?

This peaceful, year-round retreat, conveniently located 45 miles south of Columbus, offers modern, spacious accommodations and numerous recreational amenities in a breathtaking setting — ...

General Camp Registration

Use this form to sign up for Summer Camp, L.I.F.E. Guard, Akita Backcountry, or 1,2,3...Akita.

Family Camp

Your registration confirmation email for family camp may take up to 24 business hours.

What you need to know before you register

Camp Akita is owned and operated by First Community Church. We believe all people are included in God's unconditional love and grace and welcome campers and staff from all backgrounds openly and without hesitation. Want to learn more about Camp Akita's beliefs? Learn more... .

Summer Camp

Summer 2020 was certainly different but still an amazing season. We are now accepting applications for 2021 Summer Staff. If you love Jesus and want to share your experience with children, teens, and families, we'd love to have you as part of the Camp Akita Summer Staff team!

Contact Us

To register for Summer Camp or if you have any questions, check out our FAQ tab, if you need further assistance, the Illinois Conference Youth Department is happy to help you. Please call (630) 716-3555 or send us an email at youthdept@ilcsda.org.

What is Summer Camp?

It's only the best week you'll have all summer! Cover yourself in mud. Challenge yourself at the Adventure Complex. Ground yourself in quiet moments of reflection at Vesper Hill.

Program Descriptions

To read more about each of the camps we offer, choose the grade you will enter in the Fall of 2022.

2022 Check-In and Return Schedule

Check-in and return for all summer camp sessions is at First Community Church, North Campus, near Hilliard, Ohio ( 3777 Dublin Rd, 43221 ). Check-in is on the first day of each camp session; return is on the last day.

Financial Assistance

We do not want cost to prevent campers from attending Camp Akita. We are pleased to offer financial assistance to families who would otherwise be unable to attend. Payment plans are also available through our Columbus administrative offices. Find more information and apply for assistance through our Scholarship Request Form link below.

Summer Camp Information Guide

Already signed up for camp? There are many more details you should know before camp starts, so learn more by reading this information guide.

More Information

If you have questions about any of our summer programs, please contact the Columbus Administrative offices or call (614) 488-0681 ext. 113.

What is Camp Akita known for?

Camp Akita is known for lots of fun and games, relaxing times of reflection, and a community of friends and counselors who love you for the unique person you are. Your summer is not complete without Camp Akita! Watch this video to get a taste of the Akita Spirit. 2019 SUMMER RECAP-CAMP AKITA from Camp Akita on Vimeo.

What is the Akita Backcountry?

Akita Backcountry. For those who love the outdoors, Akita Backcountry is your chance to come face-to-face with the wonders of nature. Sleep in platform tents in the woods beyond main camp while learning specialized skills such as archery, hiking, Dutch oven cooking, outdoor survival, and canoeing. (Available for grades 6–12 & grads.)