Camp Rules:

  • Uplift is a Christian camp and we ask that you be respectful of other campers, counselors, Harding students, employees and property.

  • Uplift wristbands and lanyards must be worn at all times and is your pass to events and meals.

  • Computers, laptops, televisions, radios, video games and expensive jewelry are not permitted at Uplift. These items can be easily lost or stolen.

  • Possession of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia or weapons of any kind is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate expulsion from camp at the parents’ expense.

  • Remain on campus. Being caught off campus without permission will result in an immediate expulsion from camp at the parents’ expense.

Dress Code:

Youth ministers/sponsors are responsible for their group’s (adults included) compliance with the dress code. It is strongly encouraged that sponsors/youth ministers meet with all participants, BEFORE they begin packing for camp, to ensure that everyone is aware of and fully understands the dress code policies.

If any students or adults are in violation of the dress code, Uplift Staff will address these violations with the group sponsor/youth minister. It will the responsibility of the sponsor/youth minister to enforce the dress code. In some instances, you may need to take your camper(s) to Walmart, Goodwill, etc. to find suitable clothing.

For Individual Campers, any violations will be addressed by Uplift Staff directly with the camper. Parent’s, please ensure your child packs accordingly and is aware of the dress code.

  • All clothing must have sleeves

  • Sleeveless clothing is not allowed under any circumstances, even recreation time. This includes sundresses, tank tops, sleeveless blouses, athletic shirts, and cut-off T-shirts.

  • No visible midriffs

Clothing that exposes any part of the mid-section when standing, sitting or bending over is not allowed. All tops should be long enough to be tucked in.

  • Shorts must be modest in length

  • Skirts and dresses must be mid-thigh in length

  • Skin-tight or otherwise revealing clothing is not allowed

    Low-cut shirts, spandex, tight jeans, halter tops, etc. are not acceptable.

Cell Phone Policy:

Because we spend so much time connected digitally, we could all benefit from some time without those distractions. Jesus would often go to a quiet place to pray (Luke 5:16, Mark 1:35, Luke 6:12). We also read in Psalm 46:10 that we need to “be still and know that I am God.”

It is our policy to discourage students from bringing their cell phones to Uplift based on the good that comes from spending some time away from our “normal” lives. However, we also recognize that cell phones have their place in society and can even be used to benefit the students and our purpose for Uplift.  If you are concerned about emergencies, you can always get a hold of your campers by calling UPLIFT Central or your youth minister.

If your campers do have their phones, we will operate under the following guidelines:

  • No cell phones will be allowed (for social media, texting, calling or games) during any group session, including Group Uplift, Encounter Classes, God Time, evening worship or group devos.

  • There may be other times when cell phone use will be permitted, such as a group game during Zoo Crew, and the campers will be told when that applies.

  • Any inappropriate cell phone use, depending on the severity of the situation, will result in confiscation of the phone or immediate expulsion from camp at the parents’ expense.