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While we’re not affiliated with any one church or denomination, our staff does hold to a common statement of faith. Individuals from all types of faith backgrounds are welcome. In our camps and retreats, campers and families will hear the good news of Jesus Christ presented thoughtfully and lovingly each week. For those enjoying our property for a business meeting or conference, we desire to serve you following the example set by Jesus.

• All scripture is God breathed. The words of the sixty-six books of the Bible were written by men of God and moved by the Holy Spirit. The whole Bible is without error in the original manuscripts and therefore authoritative in all matters of faith and practice. (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21)
  

• God exists eternally in three persons, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, and these three are the one God. (Matthew 28:19, Deuteronomy 6:4)

• Man was originally created by God in His own image. Through sin, man fell and lost his spiritual life, becoming dead in his sin and subject to the power of Satan. Thus man is in need of salvation. (Genesis 1:27, 3:1-24, Ephesians 2:1-2)

• In response to man’s need, God the Father sent Jesus into this world to make atonement for sin. His substitutionary death on the cross and His bodily resurrection from the dead provide the basis for salvation. His atonement is sufficient for all, yet effective only for those who believe. (John 3:16-17, 1 Timothy 2:3-6, Mark 10:45)

• Salvation for man comes only by grace through faith in Jesus and His provision on the cross. Since salvation is a gift from God, a believer is secure forever. (Ephesians 2:8-10, Romans 11:29)

• The Holy Spirit indwells every believer at the time of conversion. His baptism unites all believers to Christ in one body. He is the believers’ source for all acceptable worship and service. (1 Corinthians 12:13, Ephesians 4:7-16, 5:19-20)

• It is God’s will for believers to live a holy life in cooperation with the indwelling of the Holy Spirit while putting to death the deeds of the flesh. God, the Father, does discipline His children. (1 Thessalonians 4:3, Romans 8:13, Hebrews 12:4-11)

• The primary purpose in the life of the believer is to glorify God in everything and to make Christ known to the unbelieving world. (Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)

• That God wonderfully and immutably creates each person as male or female, and that these two distinct, complementary genders together reflect the image and nature of God. (Genesis. 1:26-27)

• That God created marriage to be exclusively the union of one man and one woman, and that intimate sexual activity is to occur exclusively within that union. (Genesis 2:18-25, 1 Cor. 6:18; 7:2-5; Hebrews 13:4)

• That all human life is sacred and created by God in His image. Human life is of inestimable worth in all its dimensions, including pre-born babies, the aged, the physically or mentally challenged, and every other stage or condition from conception through natural death. We are therefore called to defend, protect, and value all human life. (Psalm 139)

This belief statement of faith does not exhaust the extent of our beliefs. The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that we believe. For purposes of Center for Christian Growth’s faith, doctrine, practice, policy, and discipline, our Board of Trustees is Center for Christian Growth’s final interpretive authority on the Bible’s meaning and application.

The mission of T Bar M Camps & Retreats is to present Jesus Christ, teach His ways, and represent Him through an exciting, enthusiastic and encouraging camp and retreat experience. To learn more about our story click here

This is a suggested list … you are the final authority!

• Shorts: 6 – 10
• T-shirts: 6 – 10 (tank tops must appropriately cover undergarments)
• Undergarments: 6 – 10
• Socks: 6
• Pajamas: 2
• Swimsuits: 2 (one-piece suits only for gals with shorts)
• Tennis shoes: 1 – 2  (must have closed-toe footwear to participant in High Ropes)
• Pool footwear or flip-flops: 1
• Lake shoes: 1
• Theme night costumes (optional)
• Toiletries*
• Laundry bag (with camper’s name in BIG letters)
• Rain jacket (check the weather forecast)
• Bedding: sheets for a twin size bed and sleeping bag or blanket
• Pillow
• Towels & wash cloths: 3 – 4
• Sunscreen
• Flashlight
• Bible
• Pencils / pens
• Insect repellent
• Self-addressed stamped envelopes (if you want your camper to write you!)
• Small personal fan (w/ 6′ extension chord if a plugin)
• Water bottle**

* A helpful suggestion for Toiletries: Showers are quick at Camp Travis (we are in the country with septic tanks if you get our drift), so it is helpful to pack a 3 in 1 shampoo/conditioner/soap. This will help maximize the 2-minute shower!

** A note about water bottles: If you’ve come in the past, we’ve changed our “Camper Gift” to something we think you’ll love even more and will no longer be providing themed water bottles to campers at Camp Travis. We will have small plastic water bottles on hand for those who forget theirs and as always, have nice water bottles for sale in the Trading Post.

Trunk, Suitcase or Duffel Bag?

All three options are good! If you pack in a trunk or hard-sided suitcase, make sure it is no taller than 16″ so it can fit under bunk.

Helpful Hint: One tried and true way to help your camper out with their clothes is to pack each day’s outfit in an individual zipper bag! Also, your empty laundry bag makes a great space to pack your bedding and pillow and frees up space to pack everything else in your trunk/suitcase/duffel bag.

Medication Requirements
All medications of any kind must follow our medication policy. Any medication brought to camp that does not follow our guidelines will not be accepted. You are accountable to know and follow these guidelines. Click Here to Read our Medication Policy

Do not bring common meds like Aspirin and Tylenol – we have some we’ll share.

Label Everything
It is much easier to locate the owner with everything either labeled or tagged with your camper’s name. Doing this would be greatly appreciated.

Things To Leave At Home
Cellphone, PSP, ipods/ipads, jewelry, makeup (outside of theme nights), magazines/non-Christian books, candy, gum, alcohol, and tobacco. No expensive cameras!
(Parents, this includes any care packages you might send to your camper during camp).

Do not bring cash to camp – you can put money in store account for store purchases.

Please Note: Any of the above items found at check in or during camp will be taken up and all non-food items will be returned at departure time.

Lost And Found

Lost and Found items are held for two weeks. Check your camper’s bag before leaving camp.
We won’t be able to send back towels, undergarments and items valued under $10. Please call the camp office if you left something behind. Remember to take home your camper’s laundry bag, this is the #1 item left at camp!