Encounter 2026
This August 10-14th, we are in Eugene, OR for Encounter Camp! We are excited to be hosting multiple youth groups this year and several guest speakers. God is going to move mightily!
Encounter is an overnight camp for those in 6th-12th grade who want to grow in their relationship with God. We will spend our time in worship, under the preaching of the Word, and playing games, competing in team events, in outdoor activities, water park, laser tag, water games, large inflatables, and food!
What Can I Expect?
Youth Camp is one of the best times of the year, but you know what makes it the best? Spending time with God and friends!
You can expect a week full of fun including: gross games, water games, volleyball, and water slides! You can also expect great food (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) made by volunteers who love you and who will never let you go hungry! And you will make new friends that you won’t want to leave! Most of all you can expect to experience God in a real way. You need to have a relationship with Jesus! He loves you so much and wants relationship with you. You can start your relationship with Him right away and get a boost at youth camp!
You can expect a week full of fun including: gross games, water games, volleyball, and water slides! You can also expect great food (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) made by volunteers who love you and who will never let you go hungry! And you will make new friends that you won’t want to leave! Most of all you can expect to experience God in a real way. You need to have a relationship with Jesus! He loves you so much and wants relationship with you. You can start your relationship with Him right away and get a boost at youth camp!
When we arrive, you will be placed onto a “team” (yes, you can be with a friend). You and your team will compete in various games and tournaments throughout the week, earning points to hopefully…. take home first prize! You will also be assigned to a room (girls-only rooms and boys-only rooms) where you will sleep with your teammates and your counselors each night.
Amenities in rooms include: showers, bathrooms, and beds.
Amenities in rooms include: showers, bathrooms, and beds.

Our Guest Speaker
We are having guest speaker Wesley Burns in from Oklahoma. Wesley's heart is for the next generation, that they would turn their eyes to Christ.

About Westley
Wesley Burns is passionate about seeing this generation saved, filled with the Holy Spirit, and fully surrendered to Jesus.
With a heart for the youth and a burden for the next generation, Wesley's desire is to see young people encounter God, discover their identity in Christ, and boldly live out the call of God on their lives.
With a heart for the youth and a burden for the next generation, Wesley's desire is to see young people encounter God, discover their identity in Christ, and boldly live out the call of God on their lives.
FAQ
How Do I Register
Registration is open! Click here or the link down below to register now!
https://hcieugene.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3403903
https://hcieugene.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3403903
Who Is Speaking?
Wesley Burns & Sam Hayter are ministering to us this year.
Wesley will be ministering Monday PM, Wednesday PM, & Thursday PM. He will also be joining a panel session Wednesday morning.
Sam will be ministering Tuesday AM & PM service & joining the panel session.
Wesley will be ministering Monday PM, Wednesday PM, & Thursday PM. He will also be joining a panel session Wednesday morning.
Sam will be ministering Tuesday AM & PM service & joining the panel session.
Important Times
Drop off at Hotel at
What Is There To Do?
Activities at the church include:
-Inflatable Obstacle Course
-Inflatable Water Slide
-Various Games
-Laser Tag
-Craft table
-Basketball
-Volleyball
-9 Square
-Team competition
-Worship
Other Activities:
-Water Park
-Beach Trip
-Inflatable Obstacle Course
-Inflatable Water Slide
-Various Games
-Laser Tag
-Craft table
-Basketball
-Volleyball
-9 Square
-Team competition
-Worship
Other Activities:
-Water Park
-Beach Trip
Safety
We want to keep your kids safe just as much as you do. For this reason, all volunteers and leaders are background checked. As parents, we understand that your priority is to keep your kids safe, and we plan to do just that.
First aid kits will be available and we will have a nurse on site.
There will be separate sleeping arrangements for boys and girls with leaders stationed in appropriate areas.
First aid kits will be available and we will have a nurse on site.
There will be separate sleeping arrangements for boys and girls with leaders stationed in appropriate areas.
What Is Encounter Camp?
Encounter Camp is a youth camp held from August 10-14th for those in 6th-12th grade. It is a time for youth to truly encounter God in a real way while having a ton of fun! Youth will play games, make friends, enjoy 3 meals a day, compete in team events, and most importantly learn who Jesus is and be taught the Word of God.
This is truly a life changing event for youth.
This is truly a life changing event for youth.
Where Is It?
Encounter Camp is held at Harvest Church Int.
4646 Fox Hollow Rd.
Eugene, OR 97405
4646 Fox Hollow Rd.
Eugene, OR 97405
What Is The Cost?
The registration fee is $349 per youth includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner, every night at the hotel, activities, & Encounter Shirt.
We want every youth to be able to attend, so we are having fundraisers the youth can get involved in to help with the cost!
We want every youth to be able to attend, so we are having fundraisers the youth can get involved in to help with the cost!
Guest Speaker: Wesley Burns
Wesley Burns is passionate about seeing this generation saved, filled with the Holy Spirit, and fully surrendered to Jesus.
With a heart for the youth and a burden for the next generation, Wesley's desire is to see young people encounter God, discover their identity in Christ, and boldly live out the call of God on their lives.
With a heart for the youth and a burden for the next generation, Wesley's desire is to see young people encounter God, discover their identity in Christ, and boldly live out the call of God on their lives.
What Do I Bring?
Packing List:
-Bible
-Notebook & pen
-Toothbrush, deodorant, other toiletries
-Change of clothes for each day
-Modest swimwear (one piece swimsuits)
-Refillable water bottle
-Extra cash for activities (optional)
-List of medications
What not to bring:
-A bad attitude
-Weapons of any kind
You can download a copy of the itinerary and packing list by clicking below.
-Bible
-Notebook & pen
-Toothbrush, deodorant, other toiletries
-Change of clothes for each day
-Modest swimwear (one piece swimsuits)
-Refillable water bottle
-Extra cash for activities (optional)
-List of medications
What not to bring:
-A bad attitude
-Weapons of any kind
You can download a copy of the itinerary and packing list by clicking below.
Other Questions?
We want to answer those! Please contact us with any questions by clicking here.
