Camp Pineshore
Est. 1947
Jesus at the Center
A Bible Camp and Campground of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
Owned and Operated by Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA
Licensed by the Board of Health-Westminster, MA
Location:
12 Camp Pineshore Rd.
Westminster, MA
Mailing Address:
750 Rindge RD
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Summer Youth Camps: 2025
Senior High Long Weekend (Thurs-Sun) Overnight Retreat
June 19-22: $150
Open to campers going into Grade 10-First Year of College
This week, you and other teens will develop close bonds and create friendships that will last a lifetime. You will also deepen your relationship with Jesus and grow in your faith! This, while battling in classic camp games and new camps games. All meals included. After camp, Campers are encouraged to go to the Higher Things Conference: All Things New in Amherst, MA,
Drop Off June 19, Thursday at 4PM at Camp Pineshore
Pick Up, June 22, Sunday at Messiah Lutheran Church Fitchburg, MA, at Noon.
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
Fish Camp
Day Camp Week
July 7-11: $200
Open to Campers going into Grades 1-6
In this camp, campers will learn to fish, including things like tying knots, how to set up tackle, and how to catch the big one at one the best spots to catch fish on Wyman Pond. Campers will have the opportunity to catch a variety of species including sunfish, largemouth bass, catfish, pickerel and perch. At the same time, they will learn how to be “Fishers of Men” in Daily Bible Study and Devotions. Plus, there will be camp games and swimming and more fun. Meals and snacks are bring your own (and maybe what you catch…). Campers are encouraged to bring their own fishing poles.
Daily Drop off: 8-8:30 AM Daily Pick Up: 4-4:30PM
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
Boat Camp
Day Camp Week
July 14-18: $200
Open to Campers going into Grades 1-6
In this camp, Campers will learn the basics of how to operate small self propelled craft like canoes and kayaks in a safe environment at Wyman Pond in Westminster. They’ll learn boating safety and the rules of the pond. At the same time, in Bible Study, we’ll be studying Jesus’ Boat Ministry on the Sea of Galilee in Bible Study. Plus, there will be camp game and swimming and more fun. Meals and snacks are bring your own.
Daily Drop off: 8-8:30 AM Daily Pick Up: 4-4:30PM
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
Jr Lifeguard Camp
Day Camp Week
July 21-25: $200
Open to Campers going into Grades 1-6
In this camp, campers will work on swim skills, water safety knowledge, and First aid/CPR skills that not only will prepare them for Lifeguard Certification Class when they are older, but to save someone’s life. At the same time, in Bible Study, we’ll be studying how Jesus save our lives and is the ultimate Lifeguard. Plus, there will be camp game and fun swimming and more fun. Meals and snacks are bring your own.
Daily Drop off: 8-8:30 AM Daily Pick Up: 4-4:30PM
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
Sunday School Weeklong (Sun-Fri) Overnight Camp
July 27-August 1: $400
Open to campers going into Grade 3-6
In this week, your Sunday School aged campers will develop close bonds and create friendships that will last a lifetime. You will also deepen your relationship with Jesus and grow in your faith! Bible Study is led by the Camp Chief. That is an LCMS Pastor or Teacher who leads the Bible Study that week. This, while battling in classic camp games: like the Root Beer Relay and Romans vs. Christians. and many new camps games. All meals included. Join this nearly 80-year-old tradition on the shores of Wyman Pond.
Drop Off July 27, Sunday, at 4PM.
Pick Up: August 1, Friday at 4PM (The Skit Night Program is at 4PM… pickup follows.)
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
Junior High Weeklong (Sun-Fri)
Overnight Camp
August 3-August 8: $400
Open to campers going into Grade 7-9
In this week, your Junior High campers will develop close bonds and create friendships that will last a lifetime. You will also deepen your relationship with Jesus and grow in your faith! Bible Study is led by the Camp Chief. That is an LCMS Pastor or Teacher who leads the Bible Study that week. This, while battling in classic camp games: like the Root Beer Relay and Romans vs. Christians. and many new camps games. All meals included. Join this nearly 80 year old tradition on the shores of Wyman Pond.
Drop Off August 3, Sunday, at 4PM.
Pick Up: August 8, Friday at 4PM (The Skit Night Program is at 4PM… pickup follows.)
There is 20% sibling discount for additional sibling campers registered for any additional camp week at Camp Pineshore. There is also 20% discount for members of Messiah Lutheran Church-Fitchburg, MA.
This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the Westminster, MA Board of Health.
What is Camp Pineshore Bible Camp?
Jesus at the Center: Jesus is the reason for Camp Pineshore Bible Camp. Campers will learn solid Biblical teaching that will help them grow in faith toward God and love toward their neighbors. Our camp groups our led by Camp Chiefs who are all pastors in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
Christian Friends: You never forget camp buddies. Our campers look forward to camp all year because that’s where there friends are. They also learn that they are not alone, that there other young Christians who share the same faith.
Fun Games: At Camp Pineshore we work hard and we play hard. Camp week is fun competition with camp groups split into teams that vie to be the champions by the end of the week. We compete in many fun and zany camp games like: Romans vs. Christian, Counselor Hunt, Capture the Flag, Guinness World Record Night, Trivia, and many more. There also plenty of time to relax, swim, and paddle with friends.
A Safe Environment: Camp Pineshore abides by all the regulatory standards established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. We employ trained lifeguards and camp nurses to keep our campers safe. All staff and volunteers that work with children are required to have multiple references, orientation training, and background checks.