Camp Jabez

Camp Jabez offers Traditional Camp, Jr Camp, Express Camp, and JR. Wrangler Ministry, along with individualized horsemanship lessons. Traditional Camp runs Monday-Friday, Jr Camp runs for 3 days and is 1 hour shorter each day, and Express Camp runs for 3 days. Jr Camp is for ages 5-7, and children work with horses 2 of the 3 days.

Programs

• Traditional Camp — 8-16 · Monday-Friday
• Jr Camp — 5-7 · 3 days · Jr. Camps are for ages 5-7 and run for 3 days only. Jr Camp is a scaled back version of Traditional Day Camp and is 1 hour shorter each day; children work with horses 2 of the 3 days.
• Express Camp — 8-16 · 3 days
• JR. Wrangler Ministry — 14 and up
• Horsemanship Lesson — Individualized lessons are offered beginning in September and running through April.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–16 years old
• General schedule: Camp Jabez runs a variety of programs for kids of all ages. Traditional Day Camps are week long. Jr Camp is 3 days and 1 hour shorter each day. Express Camp is 3 days long. JR. Wrangler Ministry is for ages 14 and up. Individualized horsemanship lessons begin in September and run through April.

About the provider

Camp Jabez says it is a Christ-centered ministry bringing eternal hope and change to the lives of children, youth, and families through horses and outdoor recreation in a loving, safe atmosphere. The contact director is Ken Clarkston, CEO of Gospel Mission, Inc.

All children must be potty trained. Campers are not allowed to attend shadowing while camp is in session. Camp Jabez does not rent or loan facilities. Registration and all financial transactions must be completed online via CampDocs at the time of registration. Campers should remain in the car when dropping off and picking up. Water-related activities include paddle boats with life vests worn at all times. The camp rarely cancels due to weather because it has a gymnasium and classrooms; in the event of tornado warnings, parents will be contacted.

Last updated October 15, 2026.