Touch of Nature's Friends & Family Camp
Welcome to Touch of Nature's Friends & Family Camp - April 30- May 2, 2027
Step away from the busyness of everyday life and into a weekend of laughter, adventure, and timeless memories. At Touch of Nature’s Friends and Family Camp, we welcome you to reconnect with the people who matter most—be it your grandparents, parents, kids, or those cherished friends you’ve been meaning to catch up with.
This is more than just a getaway; it’s a return to the joys of simpler times. Picture evenings spent around a crackling campfire, creating keepsakes at arts and crafts, and testing your limits with thrilling high-adventure activities—all brought to life with our signature Touch of Nature twist. With live music under the stars and the beauty of nature as your backdrop, it’s an experience designed to bring generations together.
Come for the nostalgia, stay for the connection, and leave with memories to treasure forever. This is your chance to escape the everyday and embrace the magic of togetherness.
Registration
Registration for the Touch of Nature's Friends & Family Weekend is now open! Registration include lodging, activities, and food for the weekend. Upgraded lodging options available.
Rates
Adults - Ages 13 & Up - $110 per person
The base rate for adults is charged per person and includes meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast, all activities, and base-level lodging in Morris Lodge, Shawnee Lodge, or tent camping. Upgraded lodging is available for an additional fee.
Kids Ages 5-12 - $65 per person
The base rate for kids ages 5 -12 is charged per person and includes meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast, all activities, and base-level lodging in family cabins or tent camping. Upgraded lodging is available for an additional fee.
Kids Ages 0-4 - Admission for kids ages 0-4 is free.
Lodging Upgrades
Rates for lodging upgrades are charged per room or cabin for the entirety of the weekend.
Little Grassy Lodge - 4-person Rooms- $75 per room
Little Grassy Lodge 4-person rooms feature two bunk beds and have their own bathrooms. Lodgers in Little Grassy Lodge also have access to a communal kitchenette with a sink, microwave, and toaster. Linens are NOT provided.
Little Grassy Lodge - 8-person Rooms - $75 per room
Each Little Grassy Lodge 8-person room features 4 bunk beds and have their own bathrooms. Lodgers in Little Grassy Lodge also have access to a communal kitchenette with a sink, microwave, and toaster. Linens are NOT provided.
Saturday Day Pass
Adults - Ages 13 & Up - $30 per person
The Saturday Day Pass for Adults 13 & Up is charged per person and includes lunch and all activities throughout the day.
Kids Ages 5-12 - $20 per person
The Saturday Day Pass for Kids 5-12 is charged per person and includes lunch and all activities throughout the day.
Kids Ages 0-4 - Saturday day Pass for kids ages 0-4 is free.
Schedule:
Friday
- Check-In Starts 4 PM
- 6 PM Campfire Dinner
- 7 PM Evening Programming
Saturday
- 7:30 AM Coffee
- 8 AM Breakfast
- 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Saturday Day Pass Check-In
- 9:30 AM -10:30 AM Large Group Games & Icebreakers
- 10:30 AM - 12 PM Morning Activity Block
- 12 PM Lunch
- 1 PM - 4 PM Afternoon Activity Block
- Arts & Crafts Center
- Giant Swing
- Fishing
- & More
- 4:30 PM - 6 PM Family Free Time
- 6 PM Dinner
- 7:30 PM Evening Activity
Sunday
- 7:30 AM Coffee
- 8 AM Breakfast
- 9 AM - 11 AM Morning Activity Block
This program is brought to you in part by our Trailblazer, Little Giant Champion and Edventure Ambassador partners.
We would like to extend a very special thank you to our Trailblazers River Radio, E.T. Simonds Construction Co., SIU Credit Union, Illinois Laborers' & Contractors Joint Apprenticeship Program and Egyptian Electric.
For a full listing of our partners, please visit our sponsors page.