Our Story

Celebrating 70 years of Woodland Bible Camp!

The mission of Woodland Bible Camp is to teach and equip individuals with God’s Word, the Bible, in meaningful and practical ways to improve their lives. We invite campers of all ages to experience a time to get away from the busyness of everyday life, take a break from the news and stresses of the day, and give social media a rest in order to renew and make new friendships, relax and enjoy a variety of activities in a beautiful and serene setting with a focus on learning from God’s Word, the Bible. While almost every aspect of life has changed since Woodland began as a day camp in July 1954 at the Linton City Park, the camp’s purpose to teach and equip individuals with God’s Word has remained our focus. In 1959, 31 acres of wooded land between Linton and Dugger were purchased.

Many dedicated volunteers joined together to develop the property in order for day camps to start in 1960 and then overnight camps by 1965. Over the years, thousands of campers have enjoyed attending and serving at Woodland. You can read more about the Camp’s first 50 years celebrated in 2004 in the attached article detailing the history and ministry of Woodland.

If you are considering attending Woodland for the first time, we welcome you to browse through our website. If you would like to ask a question, you may do so by submitting your request by email to wbc1954info@gmail.com or you may contact one of the board members.

The First Board of Directors for
The Churches of Christ Youth Camp

Dr. Edwin Bailey 1959 – 1963

Maurice Clymore 1959 – 1969

Wade Martindale 1959 – 1981

Waldo Oar 1959 – 1963

Orell Overman 1959 – 2005

Eugene Pound 1959 – 2004

William Richardson 1959 -1963

Baty Terhune 1959 – 1963

Robert Woodruff 1959 - 1963