2025 Heights Church Student Retreat

LATEST UPDATES:

1. DROP OFF - Students can be dropped off at Breezy Hill Baptist Church after 5pm (Dinner will be at 6:45PM - We're having pizza for the first night to keep things easy)
2. They have actual pools - we won't be using the pond (Available Swim Time is 3:30-5:30 Friday and Saturday)
3. CELL PHONES
  • Yes, they can bring them - but access will be limited
  • Phones will be checked in to their assigned bunk house chaperons
  • We will allow students to call their parents (We will even encourage students to check in with you in the evenings)
  • Chaperon phone numbers will be available when you drop off your student
  • Unplugging from social media and their phones for a few days will do wonders for them, we promise!
4. Because of the heat, we will be using the GYM for lots of the recreation during the day
5. The GYM has an air conditioned room with tables for students that would rather play cards/board games or just hang out during rec times.
6. We are still working on what students will ride with what parents to get back to church on Sunday - but if you said you were willing to help with that - we're planning on using you and will contact you later.

WHAT TO PACK

Bible Study

  • Physical Bible
  • Pen/Pencil/Notepad

Bedding/Toiletries/Etc.

We recommend your student(s) bring:
  • Sunscreen
  • Fitted twin sheet and blanket or sleeping bag
  • Pillow
  • Multiple Towels (Drying off after swimming and showering)
  • Washcloths/Loofa and soap/body wash
  • Tooth brush/toothpaste
  • DEODERANT
  • Shower Bag to hold shower items
  • Shower shoes/sandals/flip flops
  • BUG SPRAY

Clothing

It's summer... at a church campground... they're going to be outside... a lot...
Dress comfortably in athletic wear or clothes you don't mind getting dirty and sweaty...
Pack a pair of shoes to play in and a pair of shower shoes/sandals or flip flops that can double up for swim shoes.

Appropriate Swimming Attire

Some love it... some find it gross... but they do have a pond with a zip line and a water slide that we can swim in!
Even if they say they don't want to "swim in a yucky pond" - they might change their mind when its hot and they see others swimming!
So we highly recommend you pack swimming attire.

Guys: No speedos or extremely short shorts
Girls: One piece swimsuits, tankinis that cover the belly button, or a dark colored shirt over a two-piece

SUNSCREEN!!!!

CELL PHONE POLICY

Cell phones are permitted for emergency use and parent check in only. They must be left in the rooms and turned off. All chaperon contacts will be supplied to parents and guardians.
It is our experience that "unplugging" from our phones, social media, and games does wonders for our ability to connect with Jesus and each other.

Frequently Asked Questions:

WHEN AND WHERE IS "DROP OFF"
-- You will need to provide transportation to drop your student off at the camp after 5:00PM on Thursday evening
-- The location of Breezy Hill Baptist Church is:
612 Ascauga Lake Rd
Graniteville, SC 29829

CAN MY STUDENT INVITE A FRIEND
-- No - this event is only for those currently attending the Student Ministry (Rising 6th Graders through those just graduating)

WHEN AND WHERE IS "PICK UP"
-- We will be arranging transportation to return the students to Heights Church by 8:30AM on Sunday morning. If you are willing to assist with this, we would love your help!