Camp Carlo – Catholic Youth Adventure Camp

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Camp Carlo

Grow with us in the infinite love of Christ in the beautiful hills of West Virginia

Catholic Youth Adventure Camp

Grow with us in the infinite love of Christ in the beautiful hills of West Virginia. Are you hoping to grow in your faith? The Saint Carlo Acutis Youth Camp, affectionately known as Camp Carlo, is dedicated to leading young people to Christ & His Church. Join us as we grow in Christ’s love while backpacking up a mountain, horseback riding through hidden trails, sliding down mystic waterfalls and humbling ourselves in front of the true Presence of our Lord during Mass and Adoration. We want you to experience His immense love at Camp Carlo for Summer 2026!

Come Join Us! | 225 Catholic Conference Center, Huttonsville WV 26273

Camp Carlo Dates 2026!

High School Week: June 28th – July 4th (Grades 9-12)
Week 1: July 5th – 11th (Grades 3-12)
Week 2: July 12th – 18th (Grades 3-12)
Week 3: July 19th – 25th (Grades 3-12)

Resources

Want to See Photos of Your Camper?

Photo Release Form

Interested in Advertising for Camp Carlo?

Camp Carlo Flyer

Need additional Financial Support?

Scholarship Request Form

Medical Form

About Saint Carlo Acutis Youth Camp

With Him on The Mountain
(Cum Ipso in monte)

When Pope St. Paul VI – then Fr. Giovanni Battista Enrico Antonio Maria Montini – was ordained Archbishop of Milan, he chose the motto, “cum Ipso in monte,” for his episcopal life. In English, the translation is, “with Him on the mountain.”

The motto is a clear reference to the Transfiguration – in which the Apostles Peter, James, and John directly encountered the divinity of Our Lord.

A reflection of the Transfiguration, life at Saint Carlo Acutis Youth Camp draws young people into direct encounter with the divinity of Christ through:

Our Mission

Our mission at Blessed Carlo Acutis Youth Camp is to lead young people to a deep relationship with Jesus Christ through His Church. In his short earthly life, Blessed Carlo cultivated great love for Our Lord in the Eucharist, His Mother, and His Church. As Blessed Carlo’s faith life drew him deeper into life with Christ, we seek to, through camping ministry, lead young people on the same path – the path to sainthood, the path home, the path to Him.

Our Goals

A faithful, family atmosphere that models love for one another
Regular access to the Sacraments for Catholic youth
Relationship-building with faithful Catholic peers, adult laity, consecrated, and clergy
Opportunities to experience the adventure of Creation
Regular faith formation on the lives of Our Lord, His Mother, and His Church

Want to Learn More?

Are you interested in learning more about Blessed Carlo Acutis Youth Camp?

Camping Director Email: ggust@dwc.org

Camp Office Phone: 304-335-2130 (Not applicable during off-season)

FAQs

Once I've Registered, What's Next?

Once you have completed the registration process, you will receive an email two weeks before your camp begins. The content will include travel details, arrival/departure time, and documents that will need printed, signed, and turned in during registration. We cannot wait for your camper to join us at Camp Carlo!

Swim Test

All Campers who wish to enter the deep side of the pool will undergo a swim test administered by the lifeguard. If the camper passes the swim test, they will be permitted to swim in the deep end of the pool, use the diving board and water slide without a life vest.

When are drop-off and pick-up times?

Drop Off: Registration 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Pick Up: Parent Reception 9:00 am. Final departure 9:30 am.

Contact between Parent and Camper

Camp is where youth are gifted with the opportunity to experience tremendous growth. We strive to stoke the fire of love for Christ within the heart of every camper who steps on the property. The goal is for them to share the love of Christ they have with their parishes and families when they return home. Parents are welcomed to call the Camp Carlo office, send emails to the leadership team, or send letters to their children during the week of camp; however, the expectation should not be that you will be able to talk with the camper. Personal phone calls may start a wildfire of homesickness which will take away from the experience and reason why the child was sent to camp in the first place. It is important that the focus of the week is to help campers grow in every possible way, because growth through adventure and fun is the reason that kids attend summer camp.

Activities

Our activities include a high ropes course, giant swing, swimming, water slide, horseback riding, backpacking, camping, fishing, canoeing, field games and more! Every camper is encouraged to step out of their comfort zone and conquer their fears as they grow in experience at Camp Carlo.

How do I know my child will be safe at camp?

Through safety policies, a particularly safe environment that follow safety protocols, and thoroughly trained staff members.
We closely follow American Camp Association guidelines
The Diocesan Risk Management Team implemented trainings and protocols.
All staff members comply with the VIRTUS safe environment training and have a federal background check.
Blessed Camp Carlo Acutis Youth Camp complies to the CDC’s COVID-19 Guidelines

Where will my camper be sleeping?

Campers will be given the choice of either top or bottom bunk within their assigned lodge for the week. Campers and Adult staff members do not sleep in the same room. Counselors are in the counselors lodge next to the campers lodge. The Lodges for Blessed Camp Carlo Acutis Youth Camp are well maintained throughout the programing week and thoroughly cleaned every Saturday.