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Our team members are college-aged adults who are responsible, faithful leaders. We hold extensive application, interview, and background check processes on all employees.

High School students enrolled in our High School programs work in various roles around the camp and may assist counselors in various capacities.

SAMBICA is a non-denominational Christian Camp with a vision to inspire youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ. We want every camper to know how much God loves them. Because of this, campers participate in daily Bible studies and get to hear from a special speaker daily. Bible studies are prepared by full-time staff and consist of basic Bible stories and truths. Speakers are typically youth pastors from local churches or trained SAMBICA staff. Please contact us directly if you have any questions.

Safety is taken very seriously at SAMBICA. In all areas,  staff are trained to keep your camper safe as they enjoy activities.

During the summer we employ Medics who oversee the distribution of medications and provide First Aid for campers. Our Camp Medic is typically an EMT or Nursing Student with advanced training. 

Challenge Course: SAMBICA hires certified ropes course facilitators to run all ropes course elements.

Waterfront: Each camper must pass a SAMBICA swim test to swim in the deep end. The test consists of a 30-yard swim, including stopping and change of direction with lifeguards at arms reach at all times. Campers that do not pass or do not wish to take the swim test may swim in the shallower end of the lake and are required to wear a PFD when in the water. Campers may retake the test each day until they pass.


Certified lifeguards are on duty during all swim times. Counselors are also in the water with their campers during all swim times. Our boat drivers are trained and have Washington Boating Licenses. Campers always wear a PFD when on a boat, Seadoo, or water toy. Helmets are mandatory for all campers when riding on tubes or banana boats.

We were blessed to have amazing, adventurous, and safe experiences for the past four summers. Two summers ago, we had the opportunity to reintroduce Overnight Camp back to SAMBICA. However, SAMBICA remains committed to providing a safe, fun, and faith-building experience for all of our campers and staff!

Summer 2024 registration opens on Wednesday, January 24th at 10am.

To make sure you are prepared for registration, check out our Parent Dashboard to create an account, as well as visit our Dates and Availabilities page to decide which weeks you would like to register for. 

To ensure the smoothest registration process possible, please read and complete our pre-registration tips included below.

  • Parent Dashboard Login - Double check your email address and password prior to registration day.
  • Expired Card on File - Make sure your current card in your Parent Dashboard account is up to date, expired cards can cause a delay in registration.
  • Adding Campers - If you are enrolling new campers, add their information ahead of time to avoid adding them day of registration. Instructions on how to add campers are included below:
    • Click on "My Account" > "Camper Info"

For any questions or concerns about registration, please email camp@sambica.com to make sure you are ready for registration! 

Every child is eligible for a scholarship because every child deserves to experience summer camp. Given on a first-come, first-served basis, scholarships will generally make up 50% or less of camp fees. Please complete the SAMBICA Scholarship Application to be considered. Application closes on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024.

 

We do our best to accommodate special diets including gluten-free, dairy-free and other common food sensitivities. Email our Business Administrator, Martin, to discuss special diets for your camper.

Find instructions on how to add funds to your camper's Camp Store account here.

If you have any questions, please call office at (425) 746 - 9110 or email camp@sambica.com.

We invite you to drop off a care package to your camper during their stay. We do not permit parental visits during camp. If there is an emergency or camper need we will contact you immediately. 

Here are the three options:

1. Pay in full at time of registration

2. Pay the $100.00 deposit at registration and pay the remaining balance on/before May 1st.

3. Pay the $100.00 deposit and join the Monthly Payment Schedule. Payments will be divided equally for each date and are processed on February 1st, March 1st, April 1st, and May 1st.

You can login to your registration account and make payments through the financial tab at any time.

For all questions and concerns regarding early drop offs and late pick ups, please email camp@sambica.com.