Helpful Information

Here is some information that will help make your weekend a success!

How to Get to the Camp:

NOTE: It is advised to follow the directions below rather than using a phone App or GPS, as the location is remote, and GPS has been known to be wrong!

Address: Northeast Iowa Christian Service Camp
19268 Forrest Avenue, Bristow, Iowa

From Highway #218 or #63 (East of Camp)
-Exit Hwy #218 North at Shell Rock/Hwy #3 West
-Stay on Hwy #3 West to Grand Ave.
-Turn right (north) on Grand Ave. & continue driving north
-Turn left (west) on Main St./C-33
-Continue on Main St. to the Northeast Iowa Christian Service Camp sign – located on the left side (south) of the road
-Follow gravel road into the campground
From Highway #218 or #63 (East of Camp)
-Exit Hwy #218 North at Shell Rock/Hwy #3 West
-Stay on Hwy #3 West to Grand Ave.
-Turn right (north) on Grand Ave. & continue driving north
-Turn left (west) on Main St./C-33
-Continue on Main St. to Northeast Iowa Christian Service Camp sign – located on the left side (south) of the road
-Follow gravel road into the campground

What to Bring

  • Modest casual wear, Sweatshirt or jacket,
  • Bug repellent
  • Bible, notebook, Pen,
  • Flashlight.  
  • If staying in one of the Dorms or a Family Room
    • pillow, bed linens & blanket or sleeping bag
  • Soap, shampoo, towel, washcloth
  • Spending money for t-shirts, offering, snacks, etc.  
  • Bring a Side dish/dessert for Friday Potluck

Campground Rules

  1. Smoking Permitted in DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY
    • Outside of Campground Entrance
    • Behind Modular Buildings
  2. Children must be supervised by their accompanying adult at all times
  3. Modest dress is expected (no bare abdomens)
  4. No Pets Allowed
  5. Dorms are Men ONLY / Woman ONLY
  6. Snack Shack is “Cash Only” and isn’t included in the registration fee
  7. Place empty pop cans in can barrels
  8. If you drop it, pick it up. If you spill it, wipe it up. Everyone working together will keep the campgrounds enjoyable for all.