Camp St. Peter
Steadfast Faith, Forged Through Adventure
Camp St. Peter isn't just about teaching the doctrines of the Faith; it's about igniting a fierce love for them. Led by priests and seminarians of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter, Camp St. Peter helps families form boys who develop into Holy, Happy, Hazardous men of God.
Ready for a Summer of Transformation?
Experience adventure and build steadfast faith at Camp St. Peter. Among the rugged mountains and granite peaks of South Dakota’s Black Hills, Camp St. Peter Catholic summer camp offers boys aged 13-15 the opportunity to fortify their faith, gain knowledge, and revel in the majesty of God’s creation. While tent-camping near Custer State Park, young men will strengthen their bodies, souls, and spirits.
**Please note that both sessions are waitlisted at this time! You are still encouraged to apply to be placed on the waitlist: slots will sometimes open up due to cancellations.
Camp St. Peter - Sessions 1 & 2: July 10 - August 4, 2026
Located at Black Hills, SD
Cost: $550.00
Application Deadline: May 11th
At Camp St. Peter, campers will:
- Grow in faith and character
- under the guidance of seminarians from Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary (FSSP).
- Fortify their faith
- with daily Traditional Latin Mass (Extraordinary Form).
- Strengthen their understanding
- of Catholic teaching through catechism classes and spiritual talks.
- Engage in the beauty of creation
- and physical formation through playing sports and hiking in the breathtaking Pocono mountains.
Who Are Your Camp Guides?
At Camp St. Peter (CSP), we’re dedicated to forging faith and character through exemplary leadership. Our camps are staffed by seminarians from Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary, who exemplify the virtues of spiritual leadership and a passion for the outdoors. By guiding young men with reason, authentic faith, and loving-kindness, our camp leaders inspire boys to navigate life’s challenges with endurance, true joy, and faith. Our team is trained in St. John Bosco’s Preventive Method, Safe Environment Training, CPR, and First Aid, ensuring the safety and well-being of every camper. Through their lives and examples, our leaders strive to direct young hearts towards Christ in an environment where faith and joy triumph.
Why Families Choose Camp St. Peter
Young men face an overwhelming set of challenges today. Without the formation they need, many are leaving the Faith. Many wonder how they could find the lasting joy they desire. We need a proven solution, not a fad.
St. John Bosco helped save thousands of boys from a life of degradation and sin living in poverty on the streets. He developed a set of principles he used to form the boys to be joyfully resilient; some even became saints themselves.
Bosco Ministries is putting this system (the Preventative Method) into practice today to form Holy, Happy, and Hazardous men who are truly joyful.
What Parents Are Saying
“The foundations you laid for them in their younger years have carried with them as they have become adults. They still refer to the stories and lessons they learned at camp as they make life decisions. They still talk about the seminarians and priests, this many years later, as being strong influences. And we can tell that this made an impact on them as men, especially in the areas of remaining strong Catholics and purity.”
“I’m a firm believer that souls are being preserved/saved here. How can one give sufficient gratitude for that? All I can say is to encourage you to keep it up, and assure you of our prayers.”
“The camps are really good and continue to stay great! All four of my older sons have gone as either campers, junior counselors, and/or senior counselors, and they all loved it.”
Registration Information
Dive into a summer experience of spiritual growth, friendship, and thrilling outdoor adventure at Camp St. Peter. Here’s how to start your camper (boys aged 13-15) on this thrilling journey of spiritual transformation in the mountains of South Dakota:
- Step 1. Complete the Application
Begin the journey by filling out our online application form. This gives us information about your camper and starts the process for Camp St. Peter, Custer State Park, South Dakota (about 30 miles south of Rapid City). Choose Your Session:
Session 1: July 10- 21, 2026
Session 2: July 24-August 4, 2026
*All applications must be received by May 1st.**Please note that both sessions are waitlisted at this time! You are still encouraged to apply to be placed on the waitlist: slots will sometimes open up due to cancellations.
- Step 2: Submit the Registration Fee
Bosco Ministries will start notifying applicants in March whether or not their application has been accepted. Secure your camper’s spot at Camp St. Peter with a 20% deposit which must be sent within 72 hours of acceptance. This amount covers all activities, meals, and accommodations.
A full refund (minus processing fees) will be given to participants who cancel more than 60 days before the first day of camp. Payment can be made through our secure online portal.
- Step 3: Confirmation and Preparation
Once we receive your application and registration fee, you’ll get a confirmation email detailing what to pack, arrival and departure times, and other important details to prepare for camp.
Campers can be dropped off by car or picked up from the airport by camp staff.
