Hello! My name is Tyler, and I’m the Youth Program Manager at Black Diamond Camp in Auburn, WA. My camp journey began in 2004 when I was just nine years old. My mom needed a summer program for me, and after hearing about Camp from a family friend, she signed me up for Day Camp. I quickly fell in love with all the activities, but what truly kept me coming back year after year were the friendships I made and ...

This past February 17-21, Black Diamond Camp had the joy of hosting our annual Winter Day Camp! This year’s theme was Monsters, Inc. – Know Jesus, No Fear! Throughout the week, we explored how God calls us to be courageous and keep our focus on Him when we feel afraid. We shared that Jesus doesn’t want us to live in fear, but instead, He invites us into a relationship with Him—one that empowers us to be bold and brave in ...

Summer 2024 was a huge success! So many lives were changed, and many encountered Jesus in a new way. This past summer's theme was Eclipse, where we explored the books of the Prophets from Isaiah through Malachi. As we delved into these Scriptures, we saw a recurring theme of God's constant grace and forgiveness towards His people, despite their repeated sins and turning away from Him—creating an “Eclipse” in their relationship with Him.  With all summer programs centered around this ...

When challenges arise, what is your first instinct? Is it to take it out on others around you, to pretend like everything is fine, or to feel ashamed, turn inward, and shut the world out? What would happen differently if you found yourself in the presence of someone who compassionately holds space for you to voice what is troubling you and reflect back the love and warmth of Christ? This past summer, a particular group visiting Rainier Camp & Retreat ...

Join us for an afternoon of adventure, community, and fun at Black Diamond Camp’s Adventure Day! This FREE event is open to friends and families of all ages, offering a chance to explore Camp, try exciting activities, and experience the energy of camp life together.  Exciting Activities for All Ages:  3D Climbing Wall – Climb the crane, or maybe the logging truck! Come try this fun and unique climbing experience.  Indoor Swimming Pool – Come swim in the super cool ...

It is such a blessing to have Laser Tag at Black Diamond Camp fully funded and so quickly, too!! For new and returning campers, Laser Tag is a tremendous boost to Black Diamond Camp’s summer programming and year-round activity offerings! This summer, our campers had so much fun taking Laser Tag into the great outdoors. While strategizing behind giant inflatable bunkers in how to defeat their opponents, teamwork and communication were two skills that were quickly sharpened out on the ...

Being in unfamiliar territory can be flat-out frightening. Often times, out of self-preservation, walls are built to keep one safe. In those moments, having a support system surrounding you can make all the difference! A Tacoma-based conference with 80 youth recently attended Black Diamond Camp. For many of these kids it was the first time they ever ventured out of city limits. Arriving at camp, there was reluctance to be in a space so far out of their comfort zones. ...

Did I effectively share the love of Christ? Are guests applying what they learn at Camp to their everyday lives? Did my contribution make a difference? Are lives actually changing here? When you are a part of camping ministry, whether you work, volunteer, or donate, these questions come to mind. Pacific Northwest Leadership Camp (PNWLC), which was recently at Black Diamond Camp with the help of the Kids 2 Camp Scholarship Fund, helped answer those questions. The faith-based group’s mission ...

This past Spring Break Day Camp was a huge success! Through our theme "Among Us and With Us," campers learned how God’s presence is everywhere and is available to everyone, and most importantly, that God wants to have a relationship with them today! Thankfully, the weather was wonderful all week long and the 20 campers that attended were excited to learn about God, ready to play, and had the urge to dance. It was a fun week! With spring break ...

Winter Break Camp came along with joy and excitement for campers and counselors! The rain didn’t put a damper on the festivities at Camp, as we were joined by several returning families, as well as several brand-new additions to our camp community. The Winter Break Camp theme was “Band Together- Start the Party!” Throughout the week, campers learned about how life with Jesus is a party, and how they can be the party starters among their friends and families. To ...