Camp Lackawanna

04/19/2025

Plan a visit to Johnsonburg Camp & Retreat Center and check out all the fun things they have to offer!

🌲 Meet You at the Zip Line! 🌲

Whether it’s your first leap or your tenth ride through the trees, there’s nothing like the joy of flying down the zip line at Camp Johnsonburg!

Join us May 4th for Spring Fun Day & Open House—an afternoon full of classic camp fun, exciting activities, and a chance to experience camp with your family and friends. 🏕️🎉

👉 Register today at www.johnsonburg.org

04/04/2025

💚 Why Do Kids Need Camp? Because Camp Teaches Teamwork 💚

At Camp Johnsonburg, we believe in the power of community—and teamwork is at the heart of it all. From day one, campers are invited into a space where working together isn't just encouraged—it's essential. Whether they're solving team-building challenges, keeping their cabin clean to win the sought after Platinum Toilet Seat, or choosing which grace to sing before a meal (we see you, Chocolate Cake Grace 🎶🍰), campers learn that they're stronger together.
Through these shared experiences, kids begin to understand that asking for help, leaning on others, and working as a team isn’t just okay—it’s the key to building something meaningful.

Here, teamwork builds trust, confidence, and friendships that last well beyond campfire nights.

03/14/2025

Dear friends,

Greetings from the Presbytery of Lackawanna and the Camp Lackawanna Administrative Commission! As you may be aware, the Presbytery voted in November 2024 to create an Administrative Commission to determine the future of the Camp, as the Presbytery has found itself without the resources and personnel to effectively run the Camp. As the Administrative Commission continues to do its work, we are announcing that there will be no summer program held at Camp Lackawanna for the 2025 season.

That does not mean that the Camp cannot be used in the interim. We are actively encouraging and accepting rentals for the Camp, with information available on the Camp’s website. We also want to stress that this does not mean that there will not be summer camp going forward. The Commission is striving to discern what the future of the Camp will look like.

This Summer we are recommending our summer campers use Camp Johnsonburg:

Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center is a non-profit, Presbyterian camp and retreat center that offers memorable New Jersey overnight Christian summer camp programs. Over the 60+ year history, the camp has been counted as one of New Jersey's most beloved summer camp and Christian retreat centers. All are welcome.

Located in the northwest region of New Jersey’s beautiful highlands, Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center is a place where people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds are welcomed to experience God in a serene environment. Camp Johnsonburg is located approximately 65 miles from Scranton, PA.

Scholarships are available from the Presbytery of Lackawanna based on need.

Peace and Blessings,

Rev. Scott DeCaro
Lackawanna Presbytery Stated Clerk

08/16/2024

It’s such a beautiful day at Camp Lackawanna! People are canoeing here to camp in this beautiful spot, others are hiking the trails and a church group is enjoying the cabins and dining hall!

07/23/2024

A great big welcome to Hunts For Healing families this week. We hope you love it here as much as we do!

07/18/2024

It’s Hearts and Hands Week! Here are some before and after photos. We still have plenty of projects left if you, your family or church group want to spend some time in this amazing place and make a huge difference!

07/17/2024

📣 We want to express our sincere gratitude to all the amazing staff who made this summer an unforgettable experience! 🙌

🌟 Your dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work made a difference in the lives of campers. From organizing engaging activities, cooking delicious meals, to ensuring camper safety and well-being, you all went above and beyond to create life-long memories. 💪🌲🛶

07/12/2024

Hiking to the overlook, tubing on the river,baking brownies, worshiping in the amphitheater, archery, a talent show and getting ready to present a fantastic musical program tomorrow! We hope you will join us at camp at 4pm! We will also be on Facebook Live.
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07/10/2024

Biking, spotting wildlife on the river, music surrounding us, ice cream churning, and great field games!
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07/09/2024

Don’t worry- we know how to stay hydrated and cool!

07/09/2024

What a glorious day - on the river with Endless Mountain Outfitters, buddy checks, pool noodles , snacks at the canteen, Bible stories in the chapel, singing new songs and sunset around the campfire! -camp

07/08/2024

Everyone has grown so much. They were so happy to see old friends and meet new ones! -camp. bike paddle