a Baptist youth camp located in the Ozark hills of southern missouri
We are a group of like-minded, independent Baptist Churches who partner together to offer two camps each summer for children and teens.
What is there to do @ Byco?
Activities
There are many fun and engaging sports and games offered during the week at Baptist Youth Camp of the Ozarks.
Talent
We encourage the campers to sign up for various talent competitions in order to develop those talents to be used in their local Churches.
Bible
Your camper is encouraged to participate in several bible competitions to develop knowledge, understanding, and wisdom from God’s Word!
Our team
Thomas Tenney
Brother Thomas Tenney is the Pastor of the Fulton Bible Baptist Church located in Fulton, MO. Pastor Tenney began serving as Camp Chairman in 2020.
Sam Davis
Brother Sam Davis is the Pastor of Star Baptist Church in Keota, OK. Pastor Davis began serving as the Treasurer/ Registrar in 2023.
John Bingham
Brother John Bingham is the Pastor of Hillside Baptist Church in Springfield, MO. Pastor Bingham serves as the Talent Coordinator.
Chad Summers
Brother Chad Summers is the Associate Pastor at Bible Baptist Church in Bowie, TX. He and his wife help the Binghams with the Talent and Bible Competitions.
James Dick
Brother James Dick is the Senior Pastor at West Beech Baptist Church in Duncan, OK. He and his wife schedule the volunteers for many areas of the camp. Brother James will be serving as the Song Leader for our services this year!
Brian Wagahoff
Brother Brian Wagahoff is the Pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Joplin, MO. Pastor Wagahoff has served as the Sports coordinator for many years.
Pricing
Our program is one of the most affordable Bible Camps you will find for your Church’s youth department!
Individual Campers
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Lodging
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All meals (including lunch on Monday-Breakfast on Friday)
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Camp Booklet
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All Activities and Competitions
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Insurance
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Meals on the way to and from camp
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Snacks from the Canteen (concessions)
Multiple Sibling Pricing
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Lodging
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All meals
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Camp Booklet
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All Activities and Competitions
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Nurse & Insurance
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Meals on the way to and from camp
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Snacks from the Canteen
(concessions)
Family Discount (immediate family)
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Lodging
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All Meals
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Camp Book
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All Activities and Competitions
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Nurse & Insurance
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Meals on the way to and from camp
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Snacks from the Canteen (concessions)
Why Choose BYCO?
Emphasis on Preaching
We keep the main thing the main thing. While games and fun are helpful, we believe it is the preaching of God's Word that transforms lives.
70 Years of History
Our preaching and our program have stood the test of time. This demonstrates faithfulness, and a willingness to grow and adapt.
Local Church Control
We lean heavily on the leadership and participation of the local churches that are a part of our program. We believe this is the way it should be!
Our Address
4368 Old highway 71, Joplin, MO 64801