ilmscape is more than just your average Muslim youth camp. It is an environment where you will learn, have fun, build friendships and get connected to your creator. We empower youth and help them FEEL Muslim while enjoying healthy meals, campfires, hikes, praying together, Quran recitation sessions, poetry contests, movies, team building activities and much more packed into a weekend.

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FAQ's and Camp Schedule:

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Below is a general layout of how we conduct programs @ ilmscape on a daily basis. It’s structured to keep campers moving and thinking.

6:00 – Wake up call
6:30 – Fajr Prayer, Dhikr, Dua, Quran recitation
7:00 – Workout # 1
8– Breakfast
9:00 – Short Talk / Plan for the day
10:00 – Daily Workshop
11:15 – Snack
11:30 – Sports Activity
1:00 – Dhuhr Prayer
1:30 – Lunch
2-4 – Nap / Free Time
4:30 – Workout # 2

6:00 – Asr Prayer

6:30 - Dhikr and Quran circles

7 - Dinner
8:30 – Maghreb
9 – Campfire / Story Time
9:30 – Isha / Close of Day
10:00 – Lights out

* The above is a general estimation of our ideal day.

 

Activities / Workshops

We will offer several outdoor activities and workshops (depending on age) for campers, which include:

• Volley Ball

• Hiking

• Bootcamp Fitness

• Capture the flag

• Tug of war

• Team building

• Financial Planning and 7 steps to financial freedom

• Relationship 101

• Leadership Development

• Flag Football

• Basketball

• Khutbah and Public speaking

• Food Basics

• Purpose of Life

• Camp Fire

• Learn to cook in outdoors

• Teamwork activities

• No Distractions (cell phones, laptops, electronics of any kind…)

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The goal of ilmscape is to bring families together through its camps and nurture our young ones and prepare them to be leaders of change in the society they live in.

 

How do I know if my daughter will not talk to another guy at the camp?
We have separate counselors for boys and girls. A lot of activities will be done separately. We have tight supervision and try to uphold Islamic values and rules of conduct in all of our dealings. We have separate counselors for boys and girls who make sure that no unnecessary opposite gender interactions are occurring.

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I want to volunteer, How do I apply?
This is great! If you are over 16 years old, you can become a camp counselor or volunteer for other activities such as marketing and on site food preparation and clean up. Parents can not be volunteers!

 

Is Camp for brothers only?
It depends.. Some camps are organized for brothers only and some for sisters only; some are co-ed. 

 

What should campers avoid packing?
Please do not bring cell phones, electronic devices etc. We like our campers to focus on building relationships with new friends.

 

What should campers pack?

• Sleeping bag and Pillow

• Everyday clothes and undergarments

• Sweater and/or light jacket

• Pajamas

• Closed toe shoes & socks, hiking 

• Flip flops for the shower

• Modest swim trunks (past the knees) Loose fitting Burkinis for sisters

• Towel

• Soap, shampoo/conditioner

• Comb/brush

• Toothbrush & toothpaste

• Bugspray

• Sunscreen

• Water bottle

• Quran

• Flashlight

 

What is included in the cost of camp?

Lodging for each night of camp, meals, programs, leisure activities and workshops. Travel arrangements are not included and may be provided for an additional fee.

 

How is the lodging like?
In most cases, it’ll be rustic cabins. Some sessions will be tent camping.

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What’s camp food like?  

Campers will enjoy healthy meals and snacks each day during camp. Meals served are halal and try to. be tayyib (pure). Please note any food allergies or dietary restrictions when registering for camp, whether it be online or a paper application.

 

Do you have scholarships available?  
If you are in need of sponsorship, contact us and we can let you know if someone is sponsoring a camper. We’ll use the funds for the ones waiting to be sponsored on a first come first basis.

 

Is there a discount for multiple siblings?
Yes we do. Just use coupon code “sibling” when registering for at least 2 or more campers and you’ll get a 10% discount.

 

What’s your refund policy?
Refunds, less a $75 processing fee, will be given until midnight 14 days prior to camp. If cancellation request is made within 14 days prior to camp, a 50% refund will be issued.

 

What’s the weather like?
It all depends where we are going. We try to pick months and locations where the weather is 70 or higher during the day, 50 or higher in the evening.

 

How do family members contact campers?
Upon registration, campers will be given a phone number and email address to pass it on to their family members to contact them in the case of emergency. We’ll also create a group chat, such as Whats App to give update to all parents by sending them pictures of what is going on at the camp.

 

Can I visit campers at the campsite?  
At this time, we do not allow any visitors at the campsite. 

 

Where is the campsite located?  
Each session will be held at different locations. Exact location of campsite will be emailed to all registered campers. We try to have the camp site no more than 1.5 hours drive from the main city so it is easy for parents to drop off and pick up their child.

 

Where are the departure and arrival locations and times?

We like to start our day early. departure times are usually early morning. Departure / arrival location could vary from camp to camp but for the most part it’ll be a local mosque. Exact location and timings will be emailed to all registered campers.

 

Should I bring spending money?

No! Everything for your “survival” during Camp is covered in your camp fees. 

What is the dress code at camp?

• Be comfortable, but conservative.

• Guys must wear a shirt at all times.

• We ask sisters to wear hijab and modest clothing.

• When swimming, navel to knee must be covered.