There’s a reason people come back to Broken Arrow Ranch—and why first-time campers fall in love with this place and the people. Broken Arrow Ranch is a place where faith feels real, friendships form quickly, and families get a true break while their kids are safe, active, and deeply cared for.
We offer camp experiences for every stage of life: Kids and Teen Camps (ages 7–17), Young Adult Camp (18–30ish), Family Camp (all ages), Parenting Solo, Blind Camp, and special gatherings like the Hispanic Youth Rally. Whether your camper is stepping into camp for the first time or returning for another summer, Broken Arrow Ranch is designed to be a “reset” in the best way—fresh air, meaningful worship, solid mentoring, and a community that helps young people grow.
What makes Broken Arrow Ranch special is the combination of affordable fun and intentionally supported spiritual growth. Parents love that camp is a budget-friendly vacation option with strong staff support that makes the week feel safe and manageable. Campers love the energy, the activities, and the friendships. And everyone notices the setting: Kansas sunsets over the big, beautiful Tuttle Creek—a view that regularly causes people to stop, pull out their cameras, and remember that God still speaks through creation.
This summer brings something new: two brand-new cabins that early registrants will get to enjoy first—along with continued upgrades across camp (including added bathrooms in the lodge and a new and expanded porch overlooking the waterfront!). And thanks to the generosity of our church family, scholarships and financial support help ensure that cost doesn’t keep a young person from this life-changing experience where many make their choice to enter the waters of baptism and move forward with Jesus.
Why Camp Matters
At Broken Arrow Ranch, we see it every summer: camp creates the kind of environment where faith becomes personal. Away from the pressures of school and work, the noise of social media, and the pace of everyday life, students begin to breathe again. They laugh. They try new things. They discover they are not alone. Camp is often where belonging is experienced before it can even be explained.
But camp is more than a great week—it’s a place where Jesus meets students in ways that stick. A worship song begins to mean something. A counselor notices a quiet camper and makes room for them. A Bible message lands differently under the stars than it ever did in a classroom. Sometimes, a student realizes that God has been near all along.
One teen came to camp her first year because her parents made her. She didn’t want to be there. She didn’t plan to engage. But she also didn’t want to stand out—so she joined in. What happened next surprised her—and it surprised us too. Here’s what she shared:
“When I first sang Never Walk Alone on the first day of Teen Camp (our theme song), I felt like I was lying and sang quietly. That very day, I was angry at my life and I knew I was drifting away from God. I hoped camp would be a good time to get away from home and distract myself.
I was wrong. On the first day, I realized how much God wanted me to confess how I had replaced my fear with anger. This camp reminded me how much God loves me. Now I sing that song with confidence that God has never left me—even in the valleys. Thank you for the camp, the music, the message, and the love.”
That’s why camp matters—not because every student arrives ready, but because God is faithful to meet them where they are. That same teen returned the next summer not just as a camper, but as a leader, ready to encourage others and point them toward the God who had met her there.
If you know a young person who needs a fresh start, a safe place, or a faith that feels real—send them our way. And if your family has loved Broken Arrow Ranch before, come back and bring someone with you. The simplest invitation can become the turning point in someone’s story.
Spiritual Goal
To help each camper take a meaningful step forward—daily—in healing, belonging, and purpose with Jesus.
Location: Olsburg, Kansas (30 minutes from Manhattan / Kansas State University)
2026 Summer Camps
Young Adult Camp — June 18–21 Ages 18–30ish
Adventure Camp — June 21–28 Ages 8–10
Family Camp + Parenting Solo + Hispanic Youth Rally — June 30–July 5 All ages welcome
This year, we’ll celebrate the 4th of July together, creating space for more families to attend with the help of some vacation time.
- Parenting Solo is designed for single parents and their kids—offering encouragement, support, and community.
- Hispanic Youth Rally returns with special culturally meaningful programming and opportunities for families to connect.
Junior Camp — July 5–12 Ages 10–12
Earliteen Camp — July 12–19 Ages 12–14
Teen Camp — July 19–26 Ages 14–17
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Activities
Basketball • volleyball • soccer • dodgeball • capture the flag • gymnastics • crafts • nature • mountain biking • horseback riding • swimming • archery + archery tag • go-karts • waterfront fun (tubing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, water skiing) and more.
Website: brokenarrowranch.org
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Nick Snell is youth director/camp director for Broken Arrow Ranch.
