CAMP REVEAL
The place where “heaven comes down”
Want to learn how you can make an impact in the life of a child in our Tri-State area?
Looking for a beautiful, rural setting for your upcoming event? Look no further than Camp Reveal, where lasting memories are made every day!
Camp Reveal Where “Heaven Comes Down”
Owned and operated by your Evansville Rescue Mission, Camp Reveal is our year-round, 105-acre camping and retreat facility located just 10 miles north of Evansville. Our campground facilities can accommodate up to 130 campers in air-conditioned comfort.
With the freedom to program your own camp or retreat weekend, along with our staff support, Camp Reveal is the ideal location for your next event. The camp is secluded enough to provide your group with a quiet solitude that lends itself to a one of a kind camping and retreat experience. Our retreat and conference facilities are perfect for family reunions, school camps, retreats, business meetings, worship gatherings, & much more.
**Please keep in mind that Camp Reveal is an alcohol-free campground. Alcohol is prohibited in any of Camp Reveal’s facilities and on Camp property.
To reserve a facility or day/evening at Camp Reveal, please contact Director of Camp Reveal, Kennan Barnett at kennan.barnett@ermstaff.org
For a much more thorough description of Camp Reveal’s history and what it has to offer as a camping and retreat center, please visit the content below:
Day Camp dates are May 30-Aug 4
Closed July 3-4
Day Camp sign ups are full for 2023
“It was the first time I was able to go camping. My favorites were the nature hikes and the zip line!”
— Julie S. | Camper
Day Camp
The mission of ERM’s Day Camp is to encourage personal and spiritual growth in each participating child (between the ages of 5 and 12 years old) by providing an excellent program facilitated by nurturing and highly-trained staff.
Anchored in this safe and supportive community, each Day Camper will have fun, will acquire new skills, will feel valued for who they are, and will develop a sense of belonging.
Parents, are you ready? It is never too early to start thinking about ERM’s Day Camp program at Camp Reveal.
Location: 1042 East Boonville-New Harmony Road, Evansville, IN 47725
Camp Reveal’s full 10-week Day Camp will have the following affordable prices, which includes a $100 registration fee (non-refundable):
- 5-Day Camp – $140/week
- 4-Day Camp – $125/week
- 3-Day Camp – $110/week
- 2-Day Camp – $85/week
Camp Daily Schedule
6:30-9:00 Check-in, breakfast, free play
9:00-11:00 Worship service, small groups, PE games
11:00-12:00 Lunch
12:00-2:30 Swim time
2:30-4:00 Afternoon games & Snack Shack
4:00-6:00 Free play, latest pick up
— Click here to sign up for the 2023 Summer Camp —
Activities Include:
- Devotional time
- Games
- Singing, stories, and snack time
- Swim time
- Zip-lining
- Archery
- Hiking
- Gaga ball
- And More
*** Children can be dropped off at Camp Reveal’s Heston Hall as early as 6:30 a.m. and can be picked up as late as 6 p.m. ** If you have any questions or would like more information on Camp Reveal’s rental options or availability, do not hesitate to contact Kennan Barnett at (812) 421-3805 or at camp.reveal@ermstaff.org. Thank you for your interest in Camp Reveal!
Rentals
Building Rental Options
Building/Facility Rental | Cost |
Dining Hall | $300 for 5 hours; $50 for each additional hour |
Conference Center | $300 for 5 hours; $50 for each additional hour |
Pavilion and Grounds | $700 for the day (up to 10 hours) |
Chapel | $400 for the day |
East Lodge | $250/night |
West Lodge | $250/night |
Zip Line | $200 for 2 hours (minimum); $100 for each additional hour |
Swimming | $200 for 2 hours (minimum); $20 per hour for each lifeguard (minimum of 2) |
Bonfire | $200 for 2 hours (minimum); $50 for each additional hour |
Rental Packages
Package | What’s Included | Cost | You Saved |
Wedding Package | 2-day Chapel rental 2-day Dining Hall Rental Table and Chair Set up | $1,250 | $150 |
Standard Party Package | Dining Hall and Playground for the day | $400 | $600 |
Intermediate Party Package | Dining Hall, Playground, and your choice of 1 hour zip OR 1 hour of swimming. | $500 | $700 |
Extreme Party Package | Dining Hall, Playground, 1 hour zip line, AND 1 hour of swimming. | $650 | $750 |
Bonfire and Zip Line Package | 2 hour bonfire and 1 hour zip line | $300 | $300 |
Retreat Package-one lodge | West Lodge OR East Lodge Dining Hall Conference Center Pavilion and Grounds | $600/day $2,150-4 days | $950 $4,050 |
Retreat Package-both lodges | West Lodge AND East Lodge Dining Hall Conference Center Pavilion and Grounds | $800/day $3,000-4 days | $1,000 $4,200 |
**Please keep in mind that Camp Reveal is an alcohol-free campground. Alcohol is prohibited in any of Camp Reveal’s facilities and on Camp property. ** If you have any questions or would like more information on Camp Reveal’s rental options or availability, do not hesitate to contact Kennan Barnett at (812) 421-3805 or at camp.reveal@ermstaff.org. Thank you for your interest in Camp Reveal!
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Facilities
The Phil & Edna Heston Recreation Hall, also known as “Heston Hall”
Square Footage: 1,200 square feet Amenities: Heating and air-conditioning, restrooms, kitchenette (stove, refrigerator & deep sink), fireplace, sound system and PowerPoint adaptability. Multi-purpose building used for: Day Camp (limited based on availability), before- and after-school care (limited based on availability), banquets, wedding receptions, holiday dinners, birthday parties, anniversary parties, church services (can accommodate praise and worship) and youth lock-ins.
East Dormitory
Amenities: This is a two-story building containing a large common area that can be used for meeting space, games, and other activities. Used for: Overnight sleeping quarters
Dining Hall
Amenities: Full commercial kitchen, one restroom, fireplace, and heating and air-conditioning Used for: Breakfast, lunch and dinner for our camping programs, family reunions, birthday parties, anniversary dinners, wedding receptions, and holiday dinners
West Dormitory
Amenities: One-story, enclosed porch, additional meeting space in lobby, two separate dormitory wings with community restroom within each shelter wing, heating and air-conditioning, and a fireplace. Used for: Overnight sleeping quarters
Rick and Julie Alvis Conference Center
Square Footage: 1,344 square feet (48 x 28) Amenities: Heating and air-conditioning, handicap-accessible restroom, sound system, and PowerPoint adaptability Multi-purpose building used for: Meetings, video presentations, praise and worship, skits/dramas
New Bethel Chapel
Square Footage: 300 square feet (20 x 15) Amenities: parking lot (can accommodate 60 vehicles) and gravel walkway leading up to chapel, fireplace. Used for: Weddings, baby dedications and church services
**Please keep in mind that Camp Reveal is an alcohol-free campground. Alcohol is prohibited in any of Camp Reveal’s facilities and on Camp property.
** If you have any questions or would like more information on Camp Reveal’s rental options or availability, do not hesitate to contact Kennan Barnett at (812) 421-3805 or at camp.reveal@ermstaff.org. Thank you for your interest in Camp Reveal!
History
Since its inception, Camp Reveal has been a place of rest and relaxation. Dr. Ernest “Pappy” Reveal, founder of your Evansville Rescue Mission, literally prayed it into existence.
In 1925, Pappy Reveal saw a need for a camp where hundreds of mothers and children could go to get away from the worries of the world, be fed, and most of all, be taught the principles of Christian living and receive the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In 1927, the dream became a reality when the Mission purchased land north of Evansville to establish Camp Reveal. The land was purchased for $1.00 an acre, and included a large old house and two barns on 107 acres of land. The barns would later become the Tabernacle and boy’s dorm.
During Pappy’s life, the camp remained a place used exclusively by mothers and their children for Mission programs. After Pappy’s death in 1959, mothers no longer felt the need for the services that Camp Reveal provided considering there was a greater need for more diverse social service programs.
After a brief period when the camp was not used, Mission directors decided to make two major changes in programming that still exist to this day.
- First, the target group for services changed to serve children from low income families. Children, ages 8-13, from throughout the Tri-State, were given the opportunity to spend one of three free weeks at Camp Reveal, playing and swimming, but most of all, hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
- Secondly, the camp was renovated and marketed to attract church and business groups as well as families, to hold summer camps, retreats, and other activities on the campgrounds, thereby providing additional income to support our free Summer Camp program.
Immediate Needs
Camp Reveal is in need of the following items on an ongoing basis:
- Basketballs
- Soccer Balls
- Wiffle balls and Wiffle Ball Bats
- Jump Ropes
- Sunscreen
- Various Arts & Crafts
- Canoes/Kayaks/Paddle Boats
- Volunteer Groups For Camp Reveal Projects (contact Taylor Humphrey at (812) 421-3800 or by taylor.humphrey@ermstaff.org if you’re interested in volunteering as a group).
*** If you would like to donate any of these items, please drop off your donations to our ERM Donation Center (709 E. Sycamore St., Evansville, IN 47713) between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Thank you for your generosity toward Camp Reveal!
P.A.C.E.S. Retreats
Weekend retreats held for our Mens programming, known as P.A.C.E.S., allows for personal development by residents while enjoying the outdoors and connecting with ERM staff.
Spring and Fall P.A.C.E.S. Retreats are held at your ERM’s Camp Reveal twice a year for residents engaged in programming. This allows residents to enjoy the beautiful countryside while engaging in classes, team building exercises and time spent among each other and ERM staff. This intentional time away refreshes the soul and allows for time to grow individually and as a cohort.
Thank you to our Camp Sponsors:
