Visit Creation Critters! 


Who we are:
   Camp Gilead was started in 1938 when children earned their to camp for learning Bible verses. As the ministry grew, several camps were started in other states. Today Camp Gilead is incorporated in the state of Florida and is run by a local board. The year round camp facility accommodates 150 campers plus staff.

Mission:
    
To give children and young people an appreciation for all areas of nature as based on the Word of God.

    To allow individuals to experience God's creation close-up.

To see a video of the camp Click Here

Click this link for directions.

 

Amenities:

- Swimming
- Skiing/tubing
- Putt-putt golf
- Carpet ball
- Softball field
- Gymnasium
- Picnic pavilion
 

Typical Schedule

Arrive between 9:30 am and 10:00 am
Session time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Educational Programs

  • Hands on fossils with

  • PowerPoint presentation
  • Nature trail walk

  • Science/Critter Center

  • Topics:
    - Noah’s flood
    - Dinosaurs
    - Fossils
    - Reptiles
    - Turtles

     

    Costing Information

    Programs
    $5.00 per person, per day

    Meals and Lodging
    May be arranged for additional costs

    Waterfront Activities

    $75.00 per hour ski boat rental
    (driver/equipment included)

      

    Click this link for directions.

     

     

    Meet Ron Yeater


  • B. S. Elementary education


  • Project Learning Tree workshop


  • Project WET (Water education for Teachers) workshop


  • Class III permit- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission


  • Ordained Minister

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    Camp Gilead | P. O. Box 98 | Polk City FL, 33868 | 863.984.1353 | Admin