Summer Camp in Big Sandy
There’s no better way to encounter Jesus than through the friends and fun you will have at The Pines! From Messy Wars to outdoor Adoration, this will be the most memorable week of your summer!
Registration for 2027 Opens November 4th.
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Week 1
May 30 - June 5
Theme:
Pines on the Prairie
Additional Info:
Now also includes Fire Village (incoming 9th-12th)
Buses:
Dallas
The Woodlands
Week 2
June 6 - June 12
Theme:
Once Upon the Pines
Optional Programs:
CIT I
Buses:
Dallas
Week 3
June 13 - June 19
Theme:
Brave the Waves
Optional Programs:
CIT I
Buses:
Dallas
Week 4
June 20 - June 26
Theme:
Adventure is Out There!
Optional Programs:
Stayover A
SWW
Buses:
Dallas
The Woodlands
Week 5
June 27- July 2 *ends Friday evening
Theme:
Land of the Brave
Teen Week
Rising 9-12th grade only
Optional Programs:
Stayover A
Stayover B
Buses:
Dallas
July 4 - July 10
Theme:
Glow with the Flow
Week 6
Optional Programs:
CIT II
Buses:
Dallas
Baton Rouge
Week 7
July 11 - July 17
Theme:
A Galaxy Far, Far Away
Optional Programs:
CIT II
Buses:
Dallas
The Woodlands
July 18 - July 24
Theme:
Campers, Assemble!
Week 8
Optional Programs:
CIT III
Buses:
Dallas
Austin
Week 9
July 25 - July 31
Theme:
Sleigh All Day
Optional Programs:
CIT III
Buses:
Dallas
Week 10
August 1- August 7
Theme:
Survivor: Camp Edition
Optional Programs:
None
Buses:
Dallas
Fees
Single week of camp: $1,000
Deposit: $150
Stayovers* (2 weeks): $2,100
Deposit: $300
*rising 9-12th grade only
CIT Program: $1,600
Deposit: $300
*application required
Service Work Week: $1,000
Deposit: $150
Dallas Bus:
One way $75, Round trip: $115
The Woodlands Bus:
One way $100, Round trip $150
Austin Bus:
One way $100, Round trip $150
Baton Rouge Bus:
One Way $100, Round trip $150
*Please note that fees are subject to change
Availability
To view full availability by session and Village, begin an application to enroll a camper.
Water Village: Rising 2nd-5th
Branch Village: Rising 6th-8th
Fire Village: Rising 9th-12th
Summer 2027 Dates
More than just a camp.
The Pines offers a unique overnight summer camp experience that lasts from Sunday afternoon through Saturday morning. We have fun camp games and songs, plenty of activities to try, and lots of opportunities to meet new lifelong friends. Where we differ from other camps is in our genuine Catholic identity. We offer opportunities to grow in faith all through the beauty of the Sacraments.
What camper families are saying:
What really sets this apart is that it is a solid Catholic environment that enriches their faith while they have fun. The counselors are a spirit filled bunch of college students, and we've come to recognize several who have been there again and again.
— Edward K
Seven years we have sent at least one child to The Pines and it never ceases to amaze me how this camp makes sure everyone has a fantastic time, a deeply spiritual growth experience, and so much fun every time they go. The camp uses the gifts of The Church - Mass, Reconciliation, Adoration, The Saints, etc to help all that attend to embrace their faith. The counselors are top notch, the future of our Church. Catholic life at its best!
— Susanna E
Both my children were in Water Village last week. This was the first sleep away camp for both. My daughter was ready for us to leave. My son was already homesick but the compassion his counselor showed towards him warmed my heart and I knew he would be just fine. We hadn't even left yesterday after pickup when both were pleading for me to please let them come back next year. Both have done nothing but praise all of the counselors and raved about how much fun they both had. Thank you for being such a wonderful experience for my babies. It was a joy to see pictures and videos of them having fun all week. It looks as if The Pines is now part of our summer!