“We want to encourage all of the congregations in the Minnesota South District to recognize and
support their partnership with and the ministry of Camp Omega,” – Bob LaCroix, Executive
Director
The special Sunday recognition of Camp Omega will be held on June 8, 2025.
In 2002, the Minnesota South District Board of Directors designated the second Sunday of June as Camp Omega Day. The Minnesota South District of the LC-MS owns Camp Omega.
While congregations are not restricted to using this particular Sunday, it was chosen because it
marks the beginning of the summer camping season – the week during which the camp offers its
first summer camp programs. On Sunday youth will arrive to kick off the summer’s activities of
fellowship, Bible study, crafts and water sports!
Congregations are urged to put June 8th on their calendars, and make plans for their observation.
If you want more information, please contact Camp Omega’s Executive Director, Bob LaCroix.
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Events
MAN UP! Men’s Retreat
Who: Adult men and their sons or grandsons (age 16 and older).
Why: To be challenged, encouraged, and refreshed during a 24-hour retreat where faith will be strengthened and spirits renewed by God’s Word.
What: Beside time in God’s Word, this retreat allows for plenty of fellowship and recreational opportunities. Participants are invited to bring their own gear for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and target shooting and enjoy God’s creation. An optional tour of Ahlman’s Gun Shop will also be available. Recreational equipment for any of the mentioned is not available through the camp. Participants are encouraged to bring a board game and snack to share as well.
Schedule of Events (click here)
When: March 14-15, 2025
Cost:
$131.50 Omega Lodge (hotel-style room) *Double Occupancy/Shared Lodging
$96 Bunkhouse Style Shared Lodging
$72 per day – Saturday Only (No Overnight Lodging)
Registration: The event includes three meals and lodging in hotel-style (double occupancy) rooms in Omega Lodge or bunkhouse-style shared lodging. Those who stay in Omega Lodge will have linens, pillows and towels provided. Those who stay in the other shared lodging need to supply their own sleeping bag or sheets , pillow and towels.
Need More Info? Call 507-685-4266
Children of LCMS Church Worker Camp
Campers at the Children of Church Worker Camp connect, share, and build up others whose parents serve in the ministry. Having parents in ministry can be challenging! This is a chance for children of church workers to experience a shortened camp session while connecting with others that have their shared experiences. They grow in friendship, support, community, and faith all while exploring the outdoors.
| 9-13 year olds | August 5-8, 2025 |
Cost:
– $175 for the first child, $150 for the second child, $125 for each child registered thereafter. Rate is subsidized for LCMS District Church Worker Families.
– $336 per participant for non-LCMS Church Worker Families.
High School Power Weekend
Missing camp? Here’s your chance to come back and enjoy everything you love about camp in a weekend! Stay in the cabins, swim, play, climb, and learn more about God’s Word away from the noise of life.
Youth Servant Leaders are encouraged to attend this event!
| 14-18 year-olds | August 1-3, 2025 |
Register on or before March 1st and save $20.
- Pricing Tier A: $269 (The TRUE COST of a camp experience)
- Pricing Tier B: $229 (Partially subsidized by donors)
- Pricing Tier C: $199 (Significantly subsidized by donors)
Cross Country Race Annual Invitational
Lutheran Schools are invited to attend Camp Omega’s 47th annual Cross Country meet. Since 1979, Camp Omega has hosted this event overlooking Horseshoe Lake and winding through the hills of southern Minnesota offering spectacular views of the beautiful fall colors. Family and friends are welcome to attend as spectators! Fun and effort are the emphases.
***NOTE: Parking is very limited, please consider bussing students, offering a fan bus option and encouraging carpooling for all runners and spectators
Race Information
Date: September 26th, 2025
Cost: $8.00 Per Runner
Schedule:
1:00 Registration & Run/Walk the Course
2:00 Race Orientation
2:30 Races Begin Staring with 4th Grade
Award Ceremony Following Races
Events:
-1500m 3rd & 4th Grade*
-1500m 5th & 6th Grade
-3000m 7th & 8th Grade
*4th graders place individually but do not count toward the team score.
*3rd graders may race exhibition with 4th grade but will not place.
Staggered Starts: males first and a few minutes later, females.
Awards:-1-5th Place in each race -School (1st for Male and Female)
Camp Omega Day
Join us for this free Open House event
Activities begin at 10:00 am and include a free picnic-style barbeque served from 12:00-1:30 pm. Recreational activities include swimming, pontoon boat and wagon rides, archery, canoeing, kayaking, hatchet throwing, arts and crafts, and a variety of other Camp Staff led activities for the whole family. The day’s event concludes around 4:00 pm.
Pre-registration is requested, but not required.
This is a FREE event!
Confirmation Retreat
Join other confirmation groups for a fun-filled weekend of Christian growth, songs, group building, and games. Camp Omega staff will lead two Bible Studies, evening and closing service, and morning devotions. Outside activities include large group games, archery, canoeing, and other events, weather permitting. Come for fellowship, fun, and time to praise God.
Ages: 12 & up
Arrival/check-in: 6:30-7:00pm on Friday, April 4
Departure: 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 5
Cost: $92 per person. One Adult for every 10 youth participants is required.
Annual Work Day
Join others in Christian fellowship while preparing Camp Omega for the arrival of over 1,600 children and adults for Camp Omega’s summer ministry programming. Entire families are welcome to join in a fulfilling day of service, fun, and recreation.
Camp Omega summer counselors will lead the youth and children in age-appropriate service projects and recreational activities. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with check-in starting at 7:30am and ends Saturday evening with a campfire devotional. Join us for any part of the weekend as your schedule allows. Pre-registration is requested.
Arrive anytime after 7:30am and depart anytime before 9:00pm. Breakfast, lunch, supper and evening campfire devotions are provided.
Cost: This is a FREE event!
Youth Servant Leader’s Reunion
Did you serve as a Youth Servant Leader (YSL) this past summer?
When was the last time you saw your fellow YSLs?
Now is your chance to reunite with friends and have a lot of fun!
The reunion begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29 and ends at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Dinner will be served Sunday evening, and brunch will be served on Monday. Bring snacks to share!
All programming will be provided by the Camp Omega staff; summer counselors will be back to chaperone. Bring your winter gear, bedding, and toiletries. Activities include large group games, snow tubing*, broomball*, singing, devotions, and other awesome winter camp fun! Come prepared!
*Activities dependent on weather
Cost: $49
Art Camp
Fuel your creative side! Art campers build, experiment, and innovate not so typical extreme art. There is also time for archery, swimming, field games, Bible study, campfires, and more! Campers stay in cabins or the Retreat Center located on main camp with bunk mates of their choice.
| 9-12 year olds | July 20-25, 2025 |
Register on or before March 1st and save $20.
- Pricing Tier A: $583 (The TRUE COST of a camp experience)
- Pricing Tier B: $497 (Partially subsidized by donors)
- Pricing Tier C: $432 (Significantly subsidized by donors)