Email: Will@woodcrestretreat.org
225 Woodcrest Drive Ephrata, PA 17522
717-738-2233
Homeschool Programs
We invite you to join us for hands-on fun and learning this Fall. Look over our list of programs and then register. Class space is limited, so sign up early to reserve your space. Payment for all classes is due at the time of registration (for cash payments, please email will@woodcrestretreat.org). If you have any questions, call the camp office at 717-738-2233 ext.307. You can also call to schedule a co-op field trip for most of these classes.
Thursday, Sep 10, 2026
1-2:30
Donation to Fire Department
Grades: Family
Join the Cocalico Area Fire Department and us in training your kids on common fire safety. As well as what to do in case of an emergency.
Location: Woodcrest Retreat Indian Rock Center
Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026
Session A 9:30-11:30AM / Session B 1-3PM
$14/Family
Family
Learn more about the variety of trees that call eastern PA their home. You will learn how to identify trees, go for a hike to collect leaves, and much more. This is a family class (due to the light hiking, strollers are not permitted).
Thursday, Sep 24, 2026
10-3pm
$90 (one parent w/1 child, $25 for additional child)
Family
The Fall is a beautiful time to canoe down the Schuykill River. Our Staff will guide you down the river for a fun-filled time. The trip will include Lunch, games, use of Woodcrest canoes, lifejackets, and shuttling. We will meet @Woodcrest @10am and carpool to our drop-in spot in Leesport. The trip will end approximately 3pm, at which point you will be shuttled back to camp. In case of rain, the rescheduled date is Sept. 25th.
Monday, Sep 28, 2026
1-3pm
$7/Student
Grades 3-6
Learn how to experience the wonder of God while walking through the woods. This class is a hike along the trails of Woodcrest with various activities that help you to pause and reflect upon who God is and what He has made. Students will make and take home a forest ecosystem in a mini terrarium.
Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026 - Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026
1-3PM
$18
Grades: 3-7
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy being outdoors. In Woodcrest’s Gym Break, staff lead a variety of games and activities that keep students moving and having fun while also helping fulfill your Phys-Ed requirement. This is a three session class that will get students outside and active! Dates are: September 16, 23, and 30 from 1:00-3:00.
Tuesday, Oct 6, 2026
1-3pm
$7/Student
Grades: K-3
God created us to enjoy His creation. To help us do that, He gave us the five senses. Discover those senses and how different animals use them. There will be games and activities to help students appreciate their senses.
Thursday, Oct 8, 2026
1-3PM
$10/Student
Grades: 8-12
Woodcrest is passionate about equipping teens to love Jesus and serve in His Kingdom. Our unique leadership programs challenge students to develop key leadership characteristics through games and activities. This is our first level class. A second class will be offered in the spring that uses our ropes course area to further develop leadership potential.
Monday, Sep 28, 2026 - Monday, Oct 12, 2026
6-7:30PM
$24/Person
Grades: 5th-9th
Join professional actors from Sight and Sound and Strasburg RR entertainment for three classes covering essential theater skills such as stage presence, improvisation, choreography, and stage combat. This will help develop performance confidence and training in physical storytelling. These workshops will be Monday evenings (September 28, October 5, October 12) from 6:00-7:30.
Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026
1-4PM
FREE
Family
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into our annual Journey to Bethlehem nativity walkthrough by helping us to prepare for it. We will spend the time moving props to various locations around camp, as well as setting up some of the scenes. As our appreciation, we will end our time with a warm soup dinner.
Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026
Session A: 1-3PM / Session B: 6-8PM
$25/Family
Family Class
An annual favorite with our families and co-ops. Christmas Around the World is a great way to kick off the holiday season. This year, we travel to Thailand as we discover the traditions of the past and present. This exciting class includes a time of baking and crafts while also hearing from missionaries who have served in Thailand. They will share about how we can be praying for the people of Thailand.
Email: Will@woodcrestretreat.org
225 Woodcrest Drive Ephrata, PA 17522
717-738-2233
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