Camp Kateri Tekakwitha, a Catholic camp near McCool Junction, has started accepting registrations for its 2026 summer sessions. The camp will offer 11 different camps throughout the summer and is also seeking counselors and missionaries to help staff the programs.

According to camp director Jacob Brouillette, Camp Kateri’s mission is to “pursue freedom, joy and adventure by displaying God’s pursuit for His people through the sacraments, Catholic fellowship, and the beauty of creation.” Brouillette highlighted the importance of youth spending time outdoors: “Youth need to experience the natural world more than ever in this screen-filled culture. And Camp Kateri is the best place to disconnect and grow in relationship with the Lord and campers all across the diocese.”

He added that many studies show playing in nature benefits young people. “We have 80 acres of Nebraska’s beauty for your camper to experience,” Brouillette said. He noted further, “Playing in nature reduces stress, builds confidence, increases creativity, and so much more. I promise you won’t regret it, and your camper will come back home more alive and alert than ever – after a nap, of course.”

The camp offers programs for various age groups. These include one family camp; two Catholic Adventure Camps for children in grades 3-4; SKY Camp – Summer Camp for Youth – for grades 4-6; SKY Games for grades 7-8; and a new program called SKY High for grades 9-12. Activities at the camps range from bonfires to archery, axe-throwing, ziplining, and other outdoor experiences designed to encourage competition, exploration, personal growth in faith.

To support these expanded offerings, Camp Kateri is recruiting additional staff members including counselors and missionaries. Opportunities are open to those in grades 9-12 or older. High school students who serve as counselors can receive a discount on admission to SKY High.

In his letter to parents about summer opportunities at Camp Kateri Tekakwitha, Brouillette shared: “Camps give campers the freedom to be the man or woman they were made to be by giving them space from the demands and expectations of the world,” he said. “They show campers the joy our faith can bring us when we trust in the Lord and see all the places He is present in our life. They enable us to live a life of adventure as we are surrounded by and explore the beauty of creation and the adventure of our everyday life through relationships, wonder, and creativity.”

For registration details or information about working at Camp Kateri Tekakwitha during summer 2026 visit www.campkateri.org.