MANLY CAMP DETAILS

Welcome to Manly Camp 2026!

We are so glad that you will be able to join us for Manly Camp! Whether this is your first year or you are a regular, our hope is that this weekend will be a special time of connection with your son(s) that will create a lifetime of memories. On the following pages, you will find details regarding the camp logistics and schedule. See you soon!

Dates:

Friday August 14th to Sunday August 16th

Please arrive for camp any time after 4:00 PM Friday**

Manly Camp will wrap-up no later than 11:00 AM on Sunday

**NOTE: Official check in is not until 5:00 PM…it’s not very official.

Location:

Seneca Hills Bible Camp and Retreat Center
276 Damascus Road
Polk, PA 16342

Approximately an hour North of the Gibsonia / South Butler Area

https://www.senecahills.org/

Parking / Arrival Information:

Upon entry into the camp from the main road, you will come to a “T” at the bottom of a gravel road, where you will turn LEFT. Follow the camp entrance road where you will encounter our check-in crew who will direct you on where to park, etc.

If you have any questions, feel free to call or email Tom Krahe at 814-449-9155 or tomkrahe@gmail.com. Or Brent Moon at brentmoon@gmail.com or 724-759-4110.

Facilities

  • If you signed up to camp in a tent please remember to bring all your gear

  • Equipped for campers / RVs

  • Bathrooms and showers

  • Cabins (bunks have mattresses – but bring sheets as desired)

  • Swimming pool, indoor gymnasium (volleyball, dodgeball, basketball, etc.), gaga ball nine square, fishable/stocked stream, bike trails, zip-line, climbing wall, and more

  • Pool will be open, slip n’slide kickball, and creek swimming is allowed

  • Mess hall and fully equipped kitchen

What to Bring

  • BIBLE – we will use these. A hard copy is preferable.

  • We ask that every family bring a case of 8-ounce water bottles, if possible. These go in the dining hall

  • Sleeping bags / bedding / pillows / tent

  • Fan

  • Fishing rods (16 and older will need fishing license) or bikes (if desired)

  • Warm clothes for nights (extra set in case it rains)

  • Swimsuit / towel / sunscreen

  • Shoes that can get wet

  • Toiletries / medications

  • Flashlights

  • Camp chairs

  • Sunglasses

  • Bug Spray

  • May bring personal water / drinks / snacks, but don’t need to

  • Football, basketball, baseball, etc.

  • Lawn or board games your son(s) may want to play

  • Anyone willing to donate / bring a case of water – it would be much appreciated!

What Not to Bring

  • Electronics

  • Alcohol / drugs / tobacco

  • Paintball guns or other weapons

  • All food and drinks will be provided (but you can bring your own stuff if you want)

Manly Camp Itinerary

Friday

  • 4:00 or after you may arrive

  • 5:00 – “check in”

  • 6:15 – 7:15 Dinner – Pizza

  • 7:30 – Worship and Chapel

  • After Chapel:

    • Games

    • Knock out challenge in the gym

    • Campfire / free time

Saturday

  • 8:00 – 9:00 – Breakfast

  • 9:30 – Activities

  • 12:00– 12:45 – Lunch

  • 1:00 – 4:00 - Zip line, climbing wall, tomahawk throwing, slipn’slide kickball and pool will be open

  • 6:00 – 6:45 Dinner

  • 7:15 – Chapel and worship

  • ~9:00 – Dodgeball tournament and free time

  • Camp fire and s’mores

Sunday

  • 8:00 – 8:45 – Breakfast

  • 9:00 – Worship and affirmations

  • Clean and pack up

  • Depart by noon

Affirmation Information

One of the most powerful moments of Manly Camp is the affirmation time at the conclusion of camp. Each Dad, grandparent, guardian, etc. has an opportunity to affirm the young man they came to camp with, in front of a small group of other men/boys. In addition, any young man 13 or older is able to affirm their Dad/grandfather/guardian/mentor (not required of course) if desired.

Here are some suggestions for getting the most out of the affirmation:

  • Prepare in advance but try not to read it. Target 2-3 minutes or so per affirmation.

  • Avoid talking about yourself, your mistakes, your Dad, or anything that focuses on anyone other than the “target” unless it is a short and sweet story with an affirming point.

  • Affirmations are always positive. Avoid sarcasm or jokes.

  • Be straight forward, positive, specific and affirmative:

    • You are gifted vs. when you try, you do fine

    • You are loved vs. sometimes you drive me crazy, but I love you

    • I am proud of you vs. even though you mess up and fail a lot, I’m proud of you

  • Telling short stories of accomplishments or “proud Dad moments” that stood out to you over the last year can highlight special achievements and character traits you want to highlight (e.g. during your illness, I was inspired by your faith and courage; when our dog died, you showed amazing kindness and love to your sister by consoling her; I was proud when)

  • Might write out the affirmation and give to them afterwards or present some other special gift

  • Be creative. Remember, your son will remember the moment, not necessarily exactly what was said (that’s why writing it out and giving to them to read later might be a good idea) so don’t sweat over details. They will remember it as a special moment no matter what.