One Caribbean Camp
held in Jamaica

Postponed to 2027 due to residual damage from Hurrican Melissa in OCT 2025.

Postponed to 2027 due to residual damage from Hurrican Melissa in OCT 2025.

Welcome to the ultimate Caribbean camp experience— One Caribbean Camp (OCC) 2026!!

What is OCC? The combined camps of Bahamas, Barbados, and Jamaica.; where adventure, culture, and faith collide!

Get ready for an unforgettable week filled with vibrant music, exciting challenges, and new friendships. Dive into the rich traditions and personalities of the Caribbean, and discover what makes this region so unique. From adrenaline-pumping sports day to dazzling talent shows, every moment is designed to ignite your spirit and bring you closer to God. As Philippians 4:13 reminds us, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me," this camp is your perfect escape to grow, have fun, and make lasting memories in His love. Let’s make this summer legendary!

One Caribbean Camp

Key Information:

Do I need a visa?

No visa necessary for U.S. Citizens for stays under 90 days.

Click here for more information.

Are vaccinations needed?

Check the following two sources: Passport Health or CDC Health Information for Travelers to Jamaica.
Use these sites to find the nearest Travel Clinic to you.
They can advise you on the shots needed and the fees associated with each one.
We highly suggest the use of a travel clinic as they are more knowledgeable and prepared.

Camp Schedule

Tentative Camp Schedule
This schedule is subject to change as we refine it over the ensuing months.

Updated 9/16/2025

Pre-Camp:
Arrive 23 JUL
Staff Training on 24 and 25 JUL

Day 1, SUN 26 JUL:
7:30 AM Counselor/Staff Breakfast
8:30 AM Complete Staff Training & Prep for Camper Arrival
12:00 PM Lunch
2:00 Camper Check in
2:30 Welcome/Rules/Information
3:00 Free Time
4:30 Camp-wide Activity
6:00 Dinner Free Time
8:00 Evening Session (Opening Devo)
9:00 To Cabin
10:00 Lights Out

Day 2, MON, 27 JUL:
7:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 Clean Dorm Rooms
9:30 Camp Meeting
9:40 Free Time
10:00 Morning Snacks
11:00 Bible Classes (Counselors/Teachers)
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 Dorm Team Time
2:00 Free Time
3:30 Afternoon Tea
4:30 Camp-wide Activity
6:00 Dinner / Free Time
8:00 Evening Session (Counselors)
9:00 To Cabin
10:00 Lights Out

Day 3, TUE, 28 JUL:
7:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 Clean Dorm Rooms
9:30 Camp Meeting
9:40 Free Time
10:00 Morning Snacks
11:00 Bible Classes (Counselors/Teachers)
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 Dorm Team Time
2:00 Free Time
4:30 Camp-wide Activity
6:00 Dinner / Free Time
8:00 Evening Session (Taboo Topic)
9:00 To Cabin
10:00 Lights Out

Day 4, WED, 29 JUL:
7:30 AM Breakfast
8:30 Clean Dorm Rooms
9:00 Singing Devotional
10:00 Free Time / Canteen Open
11:00 Bible Classes (Counselors/Teachers)
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 Dorm Team Time
2:30 Free Time
4:30 Camp-wide Activity
6:00 Dinner / Free Time
7:30 Evening Session (Star Light Devo)
9:00 To Cabin
10:00 Lights Out

Day 5, THU, 30 JUL:
7:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 Clean Dorm Rooms
9:30 Camp Meeting
9:40 Free Time
10:00 Canteen open
11:00 Bible Classes (The Cross)
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 Dorm Team Time
2:30 Free Time
4:30 Camp Wide Activity
6:00 Dinner / Free Time
7:30 Evening Session (Ring & Mingle of Honor)
9:00 To Cabin
10:00 Lights Out

Day 6, FRI, 31 JUL:
7:30 Breakfast
8:15 Clean Dorm Rooms
8:45 Thank You Devotional (Everyone)
9:30 Free Time
11:00 Bible Classes (Counselors/Teachers)
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 Dorm Team Time
2:30 Free Time
6:00 Dinner / Free Time
7:00 Parent Devo
7:30 Evening Session (Talent Show / Dance Party)
9:30 To Cabin
10:30 Lights Out

Day 7, SAT, 1 AUG:
7:30AM Breakfast
8:30 Clean & Pack
9:30-11:00 Closing Ceremony
12:00 PM Depart

Emergency Information

Below are the numbers you can call

During Trip
When: Any time
Jeff Rorabaugh
Cell: 706-818-5842
Email: jeff at swampcampmissionalliance.org

Flight Information

As of 9/16/25

DEPART ATLANTA:
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DELTA - DL1906
THU 23JUL
605P

ARRIVE KINGSTON, JAMAICA:
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THU 23JUL
804P


DEPART KINGSTON, JAMAICA:
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DELTA - DL1841
MON 03AUG
900A

ARRIVE ATLANTA:
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MON 03AUG
101P

Itinerary

2026 Jamaica - One Caribbean Camp (OCC) Trip Itinerary

Updated 9/16/2025

Tentative - non-camp accommodations may change.

Thursday,July 23:
• Meet at 3:00pm
• Depart Atlanta 6:05pm
• Arrive 8:04pm
• Travel to hotel

Friday, July 24:
• Travel to Camp Site
• Staff Training

Saturday, July 25:
• Complete Staff Training

Sunday, July 26:
• Worship
• Complete Staff Training
• Campers arrive

Sunday, July 26 - Saturday, August 1:
• One Caribbean Camp (OCC) Camp

Saturday, August 1:
• Travel to hotel, rest

Sunday, August 2:
• Worship with Kingston Church
• Enjoy Kingston

Monday, August 3:
• Depart for airport and arrive by 6:00am
• Depart Kingston 9:00am
• Arrive in Atlanta 1:01pm

Participants

Last First Country
Dodd Madison USA
Dries Elisabeth USA
Dries III William USA
Johnson David USA
Kramer Jacob USA
Medlin Allie USA
Medlin Matthew USA
Redd Richard USA
Rorabaugh Nicholas USA
Rorabaugh William USA
Thompson Avery USA
Vazquez Anthony USA
Vieira Júlia Brazil
Martins Vinícius Brazil
Cayetano Ashley Honduras
Turcios Gamez Ariel Honduras
Henriquez Yolana Honduras
Arriola Jorge Honduras
Guzman Jerez Veronica Bolivia
Jimenez Espinoza Jose Bolivia
Montero Vaca Leonardo Bolivia
Arteaga Rojas Ariatne Bolivia

Camp Location

TBA

Travel Insurance

For more details and to purchase, please visit www.FaithVentures.com; a service provided by Brotherhood Mutual, our group insurance carrier, or Secutive insurance services as recommended by Sarah Kodinsky.

Application Steps

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

Contact Us

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)

Apply Here

One Caribbean Camp

This trip has been postponed to 2027 due to the residual damage from Hurricane Melissa in OCT 2025.

Helpful Videos

How Do I Apply?

Helpful Application Tips

Swamp Corps Help Video 1

I've Been Accepted.

Now What?

Swamp Corps Help Video 2

Get Ready to Go.

Tips to prepare for the trip.

Swamp Corps Help Video 3