A year-round Christian outdoor experience of growth, inspiration, and recreation.
As part of the “For Generations to Come” capital campaign, we were able to pave all the gravel roads at the Lakeview Villages, pave the Welcome Center parking area, and re-pave the hill leading down from the Camp Lakeview entrance. Praise God! Check out these
At Lakeview Ministries, retreats are more than just a quiet getaway. They’re opportunities for lasting impact. Over the years, schools, churches, and community groups have found a second home here at camp. These groups bring their unique traditions and stories, and together, we see how
60 Best Things About Camp Because One or Two Just Wouldn’t Cut It What makes Lakeview Ministries so special? After 60 summers of campfires, cannonballs, and Christ-centered moments, we thought it was time to try to name the best things about camp. We couldn’t stop
When you ask Bill Finke what he does as Lakeview Ministries’ new Director of Capital Development, he’ll tell you simply: “I help turn a sketch on a napkin into a finished project.” Bill’s role at Lakeview is all about transforming God’s blessings and resources into physical improvements
Spring at Lakeview Ministries may feel like the quiet before the storm—but make no mistake, there’s a lot happening out here before campers ever arrive! Hike n Huck: A Muddy Mission Accomplished On a wet weekend in April, 40 brave adventurers laced up their hiking boots and
This series will cover stories related to celebrating 60 years of camp in 2025. Maredeth “Shazam” Sims is a Lakeview alumni who is helping to collect and share different pieces of camp history for all to enjoy. Some things never change: the smell of the
We’re celebrating 60 years of camp in 2025 and we want you to be a part of it! Here are some of the big ways we’re celebrating, as well as how you can be a part of it! 1. Come to the Alumni Reunion (past
Every year at camp is full of a million stories, but as this year comes to an end, we wanted to take the chance to reflect on some of the stories that really made a difference this year at camp. We hope you enjoy reading
Help us give a warm Lakeview welcome to our newest Program Assistant, Emma Goecker, a.k.a. “Drench.” And yes, her camp name came in just the way you might expect. “I was helping our maintenance staff put out buoys,” she said. “What started as a beautiful
Something that we value greatly here at camp is being a place that can serve as a resource and support for all the tremendous Lutheran churches and schools across the district. It is our hope that we can complement the work in ministry they are