Join us for Spring Barnabreak—now happening twice! Choose from March 13-15 and April 10-12 for a weekend packed with fun, fellowship, and adventure. Campers must choose only one weekend to attend so that more Campers have the opportunity to be part of Barnabas. Missionaries, Staff, and Medical Team members may serve at both weekends.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 4, at 8 am.
Barnabreak is the perfect opportunity for Campers, Missionaries, Staff, and Med Team to reconnect with camp friends or explore Barnabas for the first time. Spots fill up quickly, so register early. If the event is full, don’t worry, join the waitlist. As more Missionaries sign up, we often open additional Camper spots.
DROPOFF TIMES:
Friday 2:30 pm: Staff & Med Team Arrival
Friday 4:00 pm: Missionary Arrival
Friday 5:30 pm: Camper Arrival
PICKUP TIMES:
Sunday 10:00 am: Camper Closing Ceremony
Sunday 10:30 am: Camper Dismissal
Sunday 11:00 am: Missionary Dismissal
Campers
Campers ages 7 and up of all diagnoses are welcome to this incredible camp weekend. If you're a first-time Camper, this is a great way to try out Barnabas! Registration is $220. If you're new to Camp Barnabas and want to see if this is the right fit for you, call Tracy, our Camper Registrar, at 417-708-5298.
Missionaries
Serve as a Counselor (15-29 years)
Camper buddies (Counselors) are our greatest need for the weekend. These volunteers experience the weekend side-by-side with their Camper while building relationships and caring for their Camper’s needs. Counselors can receive 25 service hours. Registration is $75.
Serve as a Barnstormer (13-14 years)
Barnstormers have a servant’s heart and a great work ethic. They keep the camp in tip-top shape by serving food and cleaning up. Barnstormers can receive 25 service hours. Registration is $75.
Serve as a Cabin Parent (30+)
Cabin Parents are essential in supporting Counselors, Campers, and Staff in a cabin. They are assigned to a cabin but have separate living quarters. Cabin Moms and Dads provide an extra set of hands to support and encourage everyone in their cabin. Registration is $75.
Questions about being a Missionary Volunteer? Contact Caleb Brandt, our Missions Director, at caleb@campbarnabas.org or 417-597-3223.
Serve on the Med Team (18+)
Dedicated medical professionals play a critical role in providing a great experience during the weekend to individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses. We need nurses, a physician, and Well House assistants. Med Team Registration is $25. For questions about serving on the Med Team, contact Brittany Janes, our Health Services Director, at 417-221-6152 or bjanes@campbarnabas.org
Serve as Staff (18+)
Returning Summer Staff are invited to reconnect with camp friends and give our Campers and Missionaries an incredible weekend. Use the Missionary Registration link. Staff can receive 25 service hours. Registration is FREE for staff.
Online Training
All Volunteers (Barnstormers, Counselors, Cabin Parents, Med Team, and Staff) are required to complete the new 2026 Online Training before serving at Barnabreak. This training is critical to maintaining safety at camp and is a part of our Child Protection Plan at Camp Barnabas.