Application Steps

Use the following steps to become familiar with the application process. See open trips below.

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STEP 1: Watch Intro Video

Swamp Corps Help Video 1

STEP 2: Check Eligibility

Be 14 years of age at the time of travel; unless child is traveling with parents--then just need to be camp age, which is 9-18.

Campers & Counselors Only: Attended a Swamp Camp for at least one (1) week in your lifetime OR by special permission from the Director. (Other volunteers do not have to have Swamp Camp experience)

Mature enough to work on a team in an extreme selfless, giving environment.

Other factors will be determined on a case-by-case scenario (i.e. skills: counseling, nursing, life guard, special experiences, etc.).

Priority is given to those participants who are from a location that in any way supports the destination location so that relationships and sustainability are fostered and maintained between the two locations.

All approvals are at the final discretion of the Swamp Corps Program Director based on what is needed in order to most effectively meet Swamp Corps' Mission & Core Values for the host community.

All counselors must pass a Background Check and submit a Letter of Recommendation from their ministry leader if not already on file for the current year. Click here to access the online recommendation form.

STEP 3: Read FAQs

Highly Recommend: this 5-10 minutes of reading will answer the most common questions collected over the last several years. Click here to access FAQs.

STEP 4: Apply for a Trip

Locate desired trip in the list below. NOTE: be sure to read the details on the Trip Information Page.

Click 'Apply' next to appropriate applicant description. NOTE: If the Apply column is blank, this trip is not accepting applications yet or is full.

On Next Page:
* Click "Already a customer?" to apply directly from your Swamp Account.
* Otherwise, complete form to create an account and to apply. For more information about creating an account, click here.

How do I know which position to apply for?

Use the following guidelines to help you answer this question:

Camper: open to 14-18 year olds who are traveling alone, if traveling with parents can be 9-18.

Counselor: open to 17-30 year olds, who have been a Christian for at least six (6) months and want to spend 24 hours giving to campers; can be single, married or college student.

Volunteer: open to anyone 17+ who wants to assist in the running of the camp (i.e. setup, serving, medical staff)

Accepting Applications for:

May 25 - June 8, 2026

Dates & Fees are tentative.
Application process opening October 1.

Malaysia Trip Information Page

* Fee includes flight, camp fee, lodging, most meals, transportation, and any excursions.
* Allow at least $150 for uncovered meals and souvenirs.
* Counselors must be at least a junior in high school.
* Campers ages 9-13 must be accompanied by a parent.

Jul. 23 - Aug. 3, 2026

One Caribbean Camp
Dates & Fees are tentative.
Application process opening October 1.

Jamaica / OCC Trip Information Page

* Fee includes flight, camp fee, lodging, most meals, transportation, and any excursions.
* Allow at least $150 for uncovered meals and souvenirs.
* Counselors must be at least a junior in high school.
* Campers ages 9-13 must be accompanied by a parent.

August 5 - 18, 2026

Dates & Fees are tentative.
Application process opening October 1.

Mexico Trip Information Page

* Fee includes flight, camp fee, lodging, most meals, transportation, and any excursions.
* Allow at least $150 for uncovered meals and souvenirs.
* Counselors must be at least a junior in high school.
* Campers ages 9-13 must be accompanied by a parent.

Dec. 28, 2026 - Jan. 7, 2027

Dates & Fees are tentative.
Application process opening October 1.









Bolivia 2025 Trip Information Page

* Fee includes flight, camp fee, lodging, most meals, transportation, and any excursions.
* Allow at least $150 for uncovered meals and souvenirs.
* Counselors must be at least a junior in high school.
* Campers ages 9-13 must be accompanied by a parent.