CRYSTAL LAKE BASICS
CAMPER ELECTIVES
JOIN US AND SERVE
FAQS
HIGH FIVE BASICS | Crystal Lake
If you need to make a change to your registration, including authorized pick-up, electives, lunch, or T-shirt, please use this link to make your change/ask your question. You will receive a confirmation email of your change.
Important Dates
High Five – June 22–26, 2026
Thursday, March 5 – Registration opens at 12:00 PM . Register here.
May 31 | Last day to receive a full refund for cancellation and/or change your elective without the possibility of a $25 fee
Friday, June 19 | Receive camper email with essential information for the week
Sundays, June 14 and 21 | T-shirts can be picked up before or after the gatherings, or on the first day of camp.
Schedule (Typical High Five Day)
- Doors open at 8:45 AM
- Preschool: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
- Grade school: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Cost
- Grade school campers: $85
- Preschool campers: $85
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations are fully refundable through May 31. Beginning June 1, cancellations will result in a full refund less a $25 supply fee per camper. There will be no refunds for cancellations after the start of High Five.
CAMPER ELECTIVES | Crystal Lake
Preschool Explorers
Age 3- Entering Kindergarten
Your child will come home excited (and tired) after working out their little minds, hearts, and bodies with STEAM activities all week long as they learn about God’s great love for them! Campers are separated into smaller squads by age. (Must be three years old and fully potty-trained before June 1, 2026.)
Grade School Adventure
Entering Grades 1-5
Each day, campers will attend two different types of activities, totaling 10 unique experiences over the course of the week. They’ll be creating, cooking, crafting, building, blasting, and much more. Each camper will get the chance to experience the best parts of High Five. Every day will be a new adventure filled with fun you won’t find anywhere else!
Campers are separated into smaller teams by age. Friend requests can be made during the registration process.
JOIN US AND SERVE | Crystal Lake
Serving at High Five is a great way to spend your week!
Registration opens Thursday, March 5, 2026, at noon!
Volunteers register here.
Guidelines
- Adult Volunteer – volunteers 18 and over
- Student Volunteer – student volunteers entering grades 10 – 12
- Junior volunteers – students entering grades 6-9
- See below for our volunteer training requirements and policies.
Mandatory Training Meeting
All volunteers must attend the training on Saturday, June 13, at 9:30 AM at the Crystal Lake Campus.
Discounts
- We offer $40 off camper discounts for those who have parents or grandparents serving in High Five.
- Students in grades 6–12 do not qualify for the camper discount.
Notes on Volunteering
- Attend the annual mandatory training meeting on Saturday, June 13, at 9:30 AM at the Crystal Lake Campus
- You will receive your volunteer assignment on Saturday, June 13, at 9:30 AM, if you have not already given a role
- Volunteers must complete all certification requirements before Friday, June 19, or they will not be permitted to serve.
- Junior volunteers (those entering grades 6-9) must have a parent or guardian serving on-site the week of High Five or must be currently serving with Harvest Kids during weekend ministry or AWANA.
- The registration fee of $30 for junior volunteers (those entering grades 6-9) covers the cost of a t-shirt, snacks, and lunch during the week. Some restrictions on the area of serving may apply.
Adult Volunteers
During the registration process, you will select Preschool Explorers or Grade School Adventure. If you would like to lead one of our elective sessions, select Elective Leader.
We also need support roles, such as administration, volunteer childcare, medical, and security.
Email Ben at [email protected] if you have any questions about serving options.
Junior Volunteers
During the registration process, there will be an opportunity for you to tell us about yourself, which will help us select the best place for you on the High Five team. Some Junior and Student volunteers will be assigned to an elective or team, while others will be assigned to assist with “behind the scenes” jobs.
Reminder: Junior volunteers (those entering grades 6-9) must have a parent or guardian serving on-site the week of High Five or must be currently serving with Harvest Kids during weekend ministry or AWANA.
We Can Use Your Help Before High Five
- Set-up: After service on Sunday, June 21, there will be lots of opportunities to help move furniture, set up, and decorate for High Five.
- Email [email protected] if you are interested in more opportunities to help prep for High Five.
Volunteer T-Shirts
All volunteers must wear their High Five t-shirts each day. If you would like an extra t-shirt, you may order one for $10 during the registration process
Frequently Asked Questions | Crystal Lake
Dates: June 22–26
If you need to make a change to your registration, including authorized pick-up, electives, lunch, or T-shirt, please use this link to make your change/ask your question. You will receive a confirmation email of your change.
REGISTRATION
WHERE DO I REGISTER?
Registration opens Thursday, March 5, at noon
WHEN IS THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE?
Final payment is due at the time of online registration through an automatic charge to your form of payment. Please contact Andrea at [email protected] with any questions.
HOW DO I CHANGE OR CANCEL REGISTRATION?
You may cancel your registration by May 31 by emailing Andrea at [email protected] for a full refund. After May 31, we will refund your costs minus a $25 fee.
DO YOU PRORATE THE WEEK IF WE LEAVE EARLY OR MISS A DAY?
We do not prorate the week for those who do not attend every day of High Five or leave early.
HOW DO I MAKE A FRIEND REQUEST?
During registration, you may see a friend request, and we will make every effort to honor it.
PICK UP / DROP OFF
CAN I PICK UP MY CHILD EARLY?
To ensure the safety of all campers, we discourage early pick-up. High Five is from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Please schedule other camps, lessons, and appointments outside of camp hours.
HOW DO I DROP OFF MY PRESCHOOL CHILD?
Check in your camper at the registration table located in the lobby. We will direct you to their team’s location.
HOW DO I DROP OFF MY GRADE SCHOOL CHILD?
Check in your camper at the registration table in the lobby, walk them to their team’s zone, and we will take it from there!
HOW DO I PICK UP MY GRADE SCHOOL CHILD?
We are very vigilant to make sure every child leaves with the right adult. When you arrive for pick-up, a member of the High Five team will check your driver’s license and verify that you are on the approved pick-up list for that child (list created during online registration).
HOW DO I PICK UP MY PRESCHOOL CAMPER?
Preschool campers will remain in their designated area. A member of the High Five team will check your driver’s license and verify you are on the approved pick-up list for that child.
HOW DO I ADD AN AUTHORIZED PICK-UP PERSON?
If you need to add an extra authorized pick-up person, please email Andrea at [email protected] to make the change.
CLOTHING/PERSONAL BELONGINGS
HOW DO I GET MY KIDS’ T-SHIRTS?
T-shirt pick-up weekends are June 14 and June 21 in the lobby after each service. If you miss a pick-up, no problem. T-shirts will also be available on the first day of High Five.
WHAT IF MY CHILD LOSES SOMETHING OR NEEDS TO CHANGE THEIR CLOTHES?
This is a normal occurrence at High Five. We have a lost and found table in the lobby. Please label all items to help us better keep track of each camper’s belongings. We also strongly suggest you send your child in with nothing of value. They get dirty, and their clothes and shoes may never be the same.
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR?
Your child should wear their High Five t-shirt, shorts, and comfortable shoes. Everything gets dirty, stained, and worn out this week. Please do not send your child in anything you love. This is camp and they play hard.
ALLERGIES
HOW DO YOU CARE FOR MY CHILD WITH ALLERGIES?
Note your child’s allergies when registering. All allergies are reviewed by our camp medical team. Every leader is notified of your child’s allergies and will make sure to prepare any necessary alternate ingredients or activities. Campers with allergies will also have an allergy wristband.
Allergy-friendly snacks will be provided and communicated to all parents before the start of camp. Changes and accommodations can be made if needed.