Program Overview

Venture is a weeklong overnight camp for middle and high school aged youth. Campers will discover how to live for the Lord in a daringly bold and joyful way as they make new friends, spend days with exciting activities, and spend evenings full of shenanigans. Faith formation is designed to encounter the God who longs to break through in their lives in a new and transformative way, renewing and equipping them to dive more fully into the Catholic faith.

 

  • Campers divided into single-gender small groups, each with their own fully-trained counselor
  • Campers sleep in bunk-style lodges
  • Camp check-in is Sunday Evening
  • Camp pick up is Friday at 12pm
  • For questions or information about additional scholarship options, contact Sherry at sherry@drybonespgh.org
  • Please also see FAQ’s below and packing list at right.

 

2025 Dates

  • Week 1 No Venture this week
  • Week 2 June 15-20
  • Week 3 June 22-27
  • Week 4 Mission Week
  • Week 5 July 6-11
  • Week 6 July 13-18
  • Week 7 July 20-25
  • Week 8 July 27-August 1

 

 

Session Prices

Venture (5 Day)

  • Tier 1 — $450
  • Tier 2 — $490 (actual cost of camp)
  • Tier 3 — $540

Learn more about our Tiered Pricing & Scholarships

FAQs

Understanding our Tiered Pricing and Additional Scholarship Availability

For all camp programs, we offer a voluntary three-tiered pricing model based on the needs of our families. This program is completely confidential and in no way affects the quality of the camp experience. Price selection is done strictly on an honor system. If you can afford to pay the full fee (Tier 2) or add additional support to sustain our scholarship fund (Tier 3), please do so. If you cannot, simply select the right price for your family’s circumstances and/or reach out to us about additional scholarships. You’ll be given the option to choose your rate for yourself during the registration process.

  • Tier 1 is a subsidized rate, funded by support from donors to the greatest extent possible, and provided for families whose children would not otherwise be able to attend camp.
  • Tier 2 represents the actual cost of camp operations, including well-trained staff and long-term wear, tear and depreciation. If you are able to pay this rate, please do so.
  • Tier 3 reflects your personal discernment that you’re in a financial situation that allows you to help us make Catholic camp more attainable for all youth and is a commitment to do so. To learn more about additional ways to support our scholarship fund, contact us at camp@drybonespgh.org

Additional Scholarships: We are very grateful that, through the support of grant money from the Diocese of Pittsburgh and DBM donors, we are currently poised to offer scholarships making it such that no camper is left behind. We believe every child should get to have a fun, adventurous week away with the Lord in the midst of holy community, so please reach out to us for more information if tier 1 doesn’t offer enough financial assistance for your family or for someone else you know wants to come to camp. To inquire about scholarships contact us at camp@drybonespgh.org

Parent Information OLMC 2025

PARENT INFORMATION 2025

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at any time via email. When camp is in session, you can also reach us via phone at 724-462-5793. Thank you for entrusting us with the safety and formation of your children this summer. It's our honor to support you in the mission of raising up holy families!

 

Can my child attend more than one session of camp?

Absolutely!  Beginning this year, kids and teens are allowed to register for more than one session of camp! 

Ongoing Updates

For ongoing updates about OLMC Camp 2024, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We’ll also be adding more information to our website throughout the summer.