Registration opens on February 1.
Grades: 9 - 13
Dates: July 19 - 25, 2026
Dean: Jeremy Glasford
Cost: $415 (Scholarship forms are available upon request.)
MERGE Camp offers individualized "tracks" for campers to choose from when registering. What are TRACKS? TRACKS are specialty groups that students will participate in daily for the entire week of MERGE (in addition to the "regular" camp activities offered at THE ARK). Each TRACK has limited space, so signing up early is encouraged! Campers and volunteers sleep in the cabins around the pond, the Conference Center dorms, and the Cave (if needed).
Click here for information on preparing for camp, a packing list, and check-in and check-out times.
MERGE Camp offers individualized "tracks" for campers to choose from when registering. What are TRACKS? TRACKS are specialty groups that students will participate in daily for the entire week of MERGE (in addition to the "regular" camp activities offered at THE ARK). Each TRACK has limited space, so signing up early is encouraged! Campers and volunteers sleep in the cabins around the pond, the Conference Center dorms, and the Cave (if needed).
2026 Track Descriptions
1. Art- Led by Jennifer Mellon
The Art track is designed to be an interactive experience in creativity that matches the skills and interests of campers. It will also offer ways to explore the camp property and create art using many natural elements. While creating art, Jennifer will challenge you to look for ways to experience the Ultimate Creator in your creativity daily.
2. Mixtrack - Led by Jerod Glasford and Jonathan Greene
Have you ever felt too tied down picking just one track for the week of Merge? Mixtrack has been designed especially for you, so you can experience all that THE ARK and its tracks have to offer. Each day will look different as you experience sports, the outdoors, missions, art, and much more.
3. Sports - Led by Brian Pilarski
What else is there to say? If you are athletic and always on the move, the Sports Track is what you're looking for. When we're together, we will have an awesome time playing, but we will also see how we can use our God-given abilities to accomplish something greater than any championship or scholarship could ever offer! Brian is a coach and competitor who will point campers to Jesus through gameplay.
4. Missions - Led by Craig Durfor
We will spend the week “on Mission” in the community. We will focus on how we can be Jesus' hands and feet right now, where God has placed us. Craig is passionate about serving and inspiring others. He will help the group be a blessing to the local community through outreach and help campers experience what volunteer and vocational missions are all about.
5. Outdoor Adventure Sports - Led by Logan Wuethrich
Do you enjoy being outdoors and adventurous, but like getting outside traditional sports activities? This track will allow you to engage with a different adventure sport each day as you tackle God’s creation in a fun and meaningful way. It will also allow you opportunities to encounter God outside in His creation. Logan will challenge you with new activities and living your faith boldly.
5. Service Ministry - Led by Caleb Orr
Would you enjoy being part of a smaller group that serves members in the community and builds relationships with individuals you serve? Caleb will challenge campers to serve individuals in the community while also interacting with those they serve to learn about the lives of others and encourage them with the Gospel.
