Youth Summer Trips 2026
We are so excited your youth is joining us for one (or more!) trips this summer. Please use the links below to find out more information, check out the schedule, fill out forms, and pay online. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to Matthew Backburn at mhblackburn@fumc-waynesville.com or 828.508.6356.
To Fill Out: Youth Medical Form (Click Here)
*This form must be filled out if your youth is attending any of the youth trips this summer. If your child attended Winter Retreat you DO NOT need to fill out this form unless information has changed!
High School Mission Trip to St. Louis
June 14-20, 2026 | Cost $495 ($500 with Credit Card)
Mission Trip to St. Louis! We are working with Youth Works to develop the trip.
Spots still available! Click here to sign up!
Contact Chris Varnson with any questions at cvarnson@fumc-waynesville.com or 850.501.3269
Wilderness Trail
June 27 - July 2, 2026 | Cost: $375 ($380 with Credit Card)
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
Wilderness Trail Informed Consent - MUST FILL OUT (one per child & adult hiking)
FUMC Medical Release Form - Click here (If you attended Winter Retreat, you have already filled out this form for this year)
The program is geared for all levels of backpacking experience from a never before hiker, to a 5th summer return hiker. All equipment is provided by well informed staff including your backpack, tent, and meals. The backpacking journey is one of the most formative experiences for our youth and digs deep into leaning on each other and God in times of need.
Middle School Mission Trip to Tennessee
July 12-17, 2026 | Cost $400 ($405 with Credit Card)
Call Matthew Blackburn if you are interested in going! (828.508.6356)
Mission Trip to Copperhill, Tennessee with Team Effort Missions. We will work on some light construction such as painting and building steps or ramps. We will stay at a Team Effort Camp with meals provided. We also have an excursion day at the end of the week to enjoy an exciting day of activities!
Local Mission Trip
July 28-30, 2026 | Cost $100 ($102 with Credit Card)
A mini 3 day 2 night Mission Trip around Haywood County. This trip is open to all ages of youth and is the first trip open to rising 6th graders. This mission trip is our final youth trip of every summer and is the perfect snapshot of our youth ministry! We get to see and fulfill volunteer needs around us locally.