Vision
Our mission at the 18 Inch Journey Camp is to create a safe, intentional environment for you to encounter the love of God and learn how to connect with Him in your everyday life. Hosted by the Cageless Birds, our camps are full of fun, learning, friendship, worship, and creativity! Our dream is that all of our campers discover God’s delight over them.
We recognize that as a teenager, you need to know the God that meets you where you’re at. He has capacity for what you’re going through! We want to teach you how to find and stay connected to God in the big and little moments of your life. Our camps are a deep dive into learning what it means to be a child of a loving Father. Each day's schedule is intentionally designed for you to pursue the heart of God. These six days are carved out for you to learn new rhythms to fall deeper in love with Jesus and discover your true identity in Him.
This camp is set apart for:
◦ encountering the love of God in powerful times of worship
◦ learning the truth of who God says you are
◦ building friendships with other youth your age
◦ learning to be honest with God about the good and hard things that happen in life
◦ enjoying outdoor games and creative activities
◦ taking creative risks in a safe environment
◦ sharing home-cooked meals around the table
◦ experiencing celebration, teaching, and encouragement from our staff
A PLACE FOR THE HEART
Lodging and Meals
Our High School Camp is held on our beautiful 52 acre campus: A Place for the Heart. This land is set apart for coming away from the noise of the world and hearing the voice of the Father. This is where we host the 18 Inch Journey and where the Cageless Birds live and work year-round. Our campus includes a farmhouse for cooking and meals, creative studios for leather, pottery, coffee roasting, and music, an art & worship barn, cabins nestled under the trees, a dance & fitness studio, and more. Our grounds were made to be a resting place where communion with God, creative inspiration, and belonging around the table are everyday rhythms.
You will be staying in cabins and bunkhouses that hold many amazing memories from our past schools and camps. Our cabins each have a ground floor and a loft with a bathroom located inside. Our bunkhouses each have two rooms and there is a short walk to the bathrooms located in the adjacent cafe. All linens, with the exception of towels, will be provided in your cabin or bunkhouse. As a community, we have a high value for gathering around the table. All meals and snacks will be provided and home-cooked by our kitchen staff!
Photos from our High School Camp
