When is IGNITE?

June 6 – June 9, 2023

Youth will leave Queen Creek on Tuesday, June 6 , 2023. They will be bused to the campground and then return to Queen Creek on the evening of Friday, June 9, 2023.

Where is IGNITE?

IGNITE is scheduled to be at Camp Raymond, which is about 3 hours away from Queen Creek outside Flagstaff, AZ.

Who is eligible to participate in IGNITE?

All youth 11 (those turning 12 in 2023) – 18 (including those who are graduating high school in 2023).

What will I need to wear during IGNITE?

Because we will be in the mountains, you will need to dress for the for the environment.
Three T-Shirts will be provided: One that will match with your “House”, one that will match everyone in the stake, and one from your ward.
This youth camp will NOT have any period dress (e.g., pioneer era, Old Testament style) requirements.

How much will IGNITE cost?

Each youth will be invited to contribute $75 dollars to participate.

Wards may assist with the participation fee when there is a financial need and when multiple youth participating from one family.

How can I prepare to participate in IGNITE?

The IGNITE Journal will help participants prepare for IGNITE by studying and reflecting on the attributes of Jesus Christ.

What are the “Houses” at IGNITE?

“House” is how the youth are organized for activities during the day. Each House includes 8-10 younger youth, 2-4 older youth who are the “Big Brothers and Sisters” of the group, 1 Youth House Leader (typically from the Stake Youth Council who helped plan camp, with a few more youth) and 2 House Helpers (formerly known as Adult House Leaders). The House Helpers serve as mentors for the Big Brothers and Sisters.

Do I need to bring a swimsuit?

No. Some of the activities during the day may include getting wet in the pond or pool and the packing list includes an extra change of clothes in case you need it. However, you will probably dry off naturally before it’s time to rotate. So swimming suits are NOT necessary.

Are there showers at the campground?

Yes! There showers in North Camp for the young women, at the Pool House in the South Camp for the young men, and a portable trailer for the adults.

What should I plan to pack to take to IGNITE?

All Campers:

• Smaller backpack labeled with name and ward (to carry water bottle and lunch each day)

• Water Bottle labeled with name and ward (mess kit no longer needed)

• Lunch from home for Tuesday to eat on the bus

• Camping chair to bring with you around camp to use as needed, labeled with name and ward

• Good shoes for walking on rocks and stickers

• Sunscreen and Bug Spray (!!)

• Clothes for Tuesday-Friday. (House Shirt provided Wednesday, Stake shirt provided Thursday, and ward shirts provided Friday)

• An extra full outfit in case you get wet or muddy during one of the activities

• Flashlight/headlamp/lantern 

• Personal hygiene items, including a towel for the shower

• Scriptures, journal, pens

• Sleeping bag, pads, pillow

• Extra bags (for stowing garbage, wet clothes)

• Sealed container for any food or candy you intend to sneak into your gear

Ward Gear:

• Extra water bottles to replace lost/damaged bottles

• 5-gallon water dispenser(s) to keep in each ward camp.

• Tents for all the youth

• Tents for all the adults 

• Be aware of medications and hold on to them if needed

• Ward shirts for Friday

• Axe for chopping firewood near the Ranger’s House. 

• Kindling and Fire Starter (optional, and only to be used if the Ranger approves)

House Helpers:

• Pop-up Shade

• House Shirts for Wednesday (pass out as they get out of bus on Tuesday to save for Wednesday)

On April 23, 2023, adult ward and stake leaders had a Zoom call to address questions for IGNITE: