hsm summer camp
SOCAL + LAS VEGAS
WHO: 9TH + 10TH + 11TH + 12TH (as of Fall 2025)
WHEN: JUNE 23-27
WHERE: CAMP PONDO IN RUNNING SPRINGS, CA
PRICE: Early Bird - $539
After April 21 -$564
get ready for the greatest week of the summer
Summer Camp is a meaningful 4-night event at Camp Pondo in the mountains of Southern California. High school students have a chance to get away from their fast paced lives to enjoy a week of fun experiences, rec competitions, powerful worship, teaching from God’s Word, and valuable moments with their small groups. The cost of camp includes bus transportation, all meals, lodging, team rec shirts, and all free-time activities like mountain biking, paintball, and ropes course. We’ve answered some frequently asked questions to learn more click the “FAQ” button below.
hear from high school
students why they love camp!
"Summer camp is an amazing opportunity to not only build a strong relationship with God, but also to become closer with your small group members and other HSM students."
Logan
"It’s a place of community and it’s a place of more fun than anything I’ve had the pleasure of doing. It helped me more than ever escape from everyday life and all distractions to focus on my growth with Jesus!"
Jacob
Camp was one of the best experiences ever! At camp I recommited my life to God and made a commitment to read the Bible. Hanging out in the cabin helped me feel closer to my small group and make new friends.
Leah
"Camp was amazing, I felt really with Jesus in those beautiful mountains, I was in his creation! I learned so much and got closer to him, 10/10 recommend!!"
Boris
Maddy
Here are some frequently asked questions:
Camp is open to incoming freshmen (Class of 2028) to incoming seniors (Class of 202).5
There is an option to be able to apply for financial aid for camp. We want to be as helpful as possible in making a way for students to come to camp. For families experiencing significant financial hardship, after you register for camp, please click here to learn more.
Yes! There is space on the registration form for friend room requests. We will do our very best to assure each student gets at least one of their requests.
They only need extra money if they want to buy snacks or a camp t-shirt.
This is possible under limited circumstances, please reach out HSM@eastside.com and we can discuss.
There is typically two adult leaders for every 10 students at camp.
We will be taking professionally driven buses to/from camp. The buses will depart from and return to Eastside Church, Anaheim.
We will do everything we can to accommodate dietary restrictions however we always recommend bringing extra snacks. You can indicate any medical or food allergies during the online registration, but please email HSM@eastside.com with questions.
On occasion, it happens! Our leaders and staff will do our best to help your student get through their homesickness and will keep you in the loop when necessary. If, however, they are not able to bounce back, we’ll call you to come pick them up.
To provide some snacks for our wonderful volunteer leaders/counselors and help keep them energized while they minister to your kids all weekend long! Please consider donating some of their favorite snacks (individually wrapped packs):
- Oreos/Cookies
- Granola Bars
- Pretzels
- Cheez-its
- Goldfish
- Beef Jerky
- Chips/Crackers
- Sodas: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper, LaCroix, etc.
- Coffees
- Energy Drinks
- Water Bottles
Please deliver to HSM on June 22nd and write a note on it that says “For HSM camp.”