Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the cost to attend Camp?
A: It is $150 for the first child and $110 for each additional child
attending in the family. So, for example, a family has 3 children
attending Camp Bird. The total cost in this example for all 3 children
is $370 dollars (the first child is $150, and the other 2 children cost
$110 each). Detailed information and registration forms can be
found in the Registration
section of the site.
Q: How are you able to keep registration fees so low?
A: Camp Bird is owned and operated by Marinette County and a very reasonable rent is charged
for our use of the well-maintained facilities and private lake. Primarily, however, our rates
are low because all of our dedicated staff members serve as volunteers.
Q: Are your volunteers qualified?
A: Our staff is highly qualified by both experience and training. We have been operating this
summer camp since 1952. Many of our staff members are called workers from the teaching and
preaching professions. Those of us that are not called workers are highly trained professionals
from other walks of life, including medicine, law, Christian counseling, and law enforcement.
Our nurses, head cooks, and lifeguards are all properly certified by the state
of Wisconsin.
Q: What should I pack for my child or myself
while at Camp Bird?
A: This list would be too long for this page, so we devoted an entire
page just for this question. You can find it at the
What to Bring page.
Q: Where is Camp Bird located?
A: The short answer is 16 miles west of Crivitz, WI, on Caldron Falls Rd. just
off of highway W. More detailed information, including directions on how
to get there, can be found in the
Directions page.
Q: What is Camp Birds address? How should I
address a letter to my child at Camp Bird?
A: N8395 Caldron Falls Road, Crivitz, WI 54114. Mail early in the week.
If your camper's mail does not arrive by Thursday, it will likely be
returned to sender. Please address any letters to your child's name c/o
Camp Bird N8395 Caldron Fall Rd. Crivitz, WI 54114.
Q: Can my child request to be in a cabin with their friend?
A: YES! There is a section on the registration form just for this. Please have both (or all) friends
list each other on their forms. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that your child will be with their
friend, but we do all we can to accomodate these requests. Camp asks that you keep this to no more than
2 or 3 friends as meeting new people is a great part of the Camp Bird experience! This is also a great
reason to sign up early rather than right before camp starts, as cabins are assigned a few weeks
in advance.
Q: I have an URGENT
message for my child at Camp Bird. How do I get that message to him/her?
A: Call 715-757-3241 and speak to the Director or his assistant.
Q: My child left something behind at Camp
Bird, how do I get it back?
A: Please email
campbirdforlutherans@gmail.com or call (920) 553-4800 and ask to
speak to Pastor or Mrs. Stelter.
Q: What is the daily Camp Schedule like?
A: In short, the day begins with breakfast, which is followed by a
singing class and bible study. There is a short free time and then it is
time for lunch. After lunch there is the afternoon activity classes and
then more free time. Supper comes next with a camp-wide game or activity
after supper. We close each day with a nightly campfire, singing songs
and listening to devotion before lights out.
Q: Are there Memories discs
still available?
A: Please email
Campbirdforlutherans@gmail.com.
Q: I noticed on the weather that there are
severe storms near Camp Bird, should I try to warn Camp?
A: Since our daily activities are influenced by the weather, we are very
attentive to current weather conditions. All campers remain in their
cabins or another place of safety during storms.
Q: When is the earliest I can sign my child
up for Camp? When is the latest I can sign my child up for camp?
A: The earliest you can sign up for camp is as soon as we have the
application form ready. This usually occurs during the winter months.
Come back to the site and check the registration page often. If you
would like to be emailed when the application is ready, please email
Campbirdforlutherans@gmail.com. The latest a child can be signed up for
Camp is the day Camp starts, IF THERE IS ROOM. It is advisable to verify
that there is room at camp before doing this. Please email
Campbirdforlutherans@gmail.com or call (715) 757-3241 and ask to
speak to the director or call Pastor or Mrs. Stelter at (920) 553 -
4800.
Q: Can I pick my child up early on friday?
A: The closing service is the culmination of a week's worth of singing
classes and an appropriate conclusion to a spiritually uplifting camp
experience. We ask that your child stay through the closing service.
Early departures must be approved by the Director.
Q: I cannot get to Camp Bird in time to
complete the registration on Sunday, What should I do?
A: Please let Camp know. Call (715) 757-3241 and ask to speak to the
Director. We will advise you further.
Q: What if July just doesn't work for me?
A: While we feel Camp Bird for Lutherans offers one of the best summer camp
experiences available, we recognize that we are only holding the camp for 3 weeks
out of the year. If you still want an excellent camp experience, we encourage you to
look at Camp Phillip near Wautoma, WI.
While our programs differ somewhat, Camp Phillip is also a rewarding and
Christ-centered Lutheran camp.