Encounter Week is a unique camp experience for 6th - 12th graders (‘23-’24). We’re headed to Riverbend Retreat Center in Glen Rose, TX June 3-7. This is a big week for students to encounter God, make memories, study the Bible, and connect with new friends! Camp is an Amazing experience - don’t miss out!

Follow the steps below to register for Encounter Week 2024!


Step One

Start by reviewing the camp informational packet by clicking the “Camp Need-To-Know” button. Read over this for lots of camp details including packing list, rules, dress code, etc. During registration, you’ll come across a consent box that acknowledges you received and read this packet.


Step Two

Follow the “Register” buttons to access the registration website. Encounter Week is hosted by First Baptist Church Arlington, TX, so the registration page is on their website. The ONLY thing you need to do on this website is register. The process can be a little confusing, so read the information below to make it easier! There is an enrollment passcode you will need to register. If you need help, reach out to Ryan (ryan@fbcshreveport.org)!

If your student attended camp last year: Click the “Existing User” button and log in to your account.

If your student did not attend camp last year: Click the “New User” button and follow the instructions to create an account.
NOTE: For parents of 6th graders, during registration in the “Grade Entering, Fall 2023” field, put “8th.”

Registration Steps:

  • When you’ve created or accessed your account, click on the Encounter Week image to begin registration. Select the student profile you want to register.

  • In the gold “Enrollment passcode” box, use the code “camp

  • After submitting the passcode, a white “Encounter Week Youth Camp Partner Church” box will appear. Click “+Add Option” on the right side of the box, then “Save & Continue.”

  • On the next page, for the question “Which church are you attending with?” put FBC Shreveport.

  • Don’t worry about the guest box or listing friends! Your student will be placed with their friends!

  • Continue through the process to fill out the forms and information as required. If you are an existing user, some of this information will already be submitted.


STep Three

When you’ve completed registration, click on the “Pay For Camp” button to pay for camp. You can pay online, choose to pay later by cash or check, or request financial aid.


ONE LAST THING, does your student have special dietary restrictions or allergies? Head over to BendFoodAllergy.org to submit an allergy form and receive a copy of the planned menu. This needs to be submitted by May 20.


Important Dates

  • May 19 - Parent Meeting at 5:00pm in the Youth Center. One parent for each student must attend!

  • June 3 - Leave for camp! Meet in the FBC parking lot at 9:45am.

  • June 7 - Return from camp! We should arrive in the FBC parking lot around 3pm.