Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center

KNITTING & CROCHETING RETREAT
2024-09-27 19:00 - 2024-09-29 14:00 UTC | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Come join us for the weekend in the beautiful Poconos in fall.The project is a 2 color cowl in a style often referred to as Fair Isle. This weekend promises lots of fellowship, laughter, and creativity. We will also host a guide forest meditation closing with a tea ceremony and campfire for those that want to get outdoors for a bit!
Price: $150 per person (includes 2 nights and 5 meals)
Saturday Only: $50 (3 meals)
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11th Annual Pocono Plateau Fest
2024-09-20 19:00 - 2024-09-22 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
We are excited for our 11th Annual Plateau Fest! Come the weekend or just for Saturday’s events.
Saturday Events:
Come for just the day to participate in the 5K/15K race, Treasure Hunt on the Trails, Silent Auction, and Climbing Tower. We’ll have food vendors on site and a bounce house for the kids!
Day only prices:

Treasure Hunt on the Trails: $10 per person (max of $40 per family)
15K: $30 per person
5K: $25 per person

Click here to register for the Plateau Fest Day Event
Weekend Festivities:
Come for the whole weekend and enjoy Saturday’s events plus campfires, family friendly activities, ropes course, archery, and Sunday worship led by Reverend Candy LaBar from Wesley Church in Bethlehem, PA.
Click here to register for the Plateau Fest Full Weekend
Plateau Fest funds raised in 2024 will go towards refacing the Climbing Tower.

Homeschool Days - Christian
2024-09-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Join us for monthly homeschool days filled with fun and learning! All grades 1st – 12th welcome. Our Christian homeschool days will be held the third Friday of every month and we will offer boating, crafts, nature walks, and archery! $5 per participating child, younger siblings are welcome, Parent/guardian must stay as this is not a drop off event. Bring a picnic lunch and stay after to hike the trails!

Homeschool Days - Secular
2024-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Join us for monthly homeschool days filled with fun and learning! All grades 1st – 12th welcome. Our secular homeschool days will be held the first Friday of every month and we will offer boating, crafts, nature walks, and archery! $5 per participating child, younger siblings are welcome, Parent/guardian must stay as this is not a drop off event. Bring a picnic lunch and stay after to hike the trails.

Winter Day Camp
2024-02-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
When school is out – we are in! Join us for fun days at the Plateau! This is a great way to make friends, test the waters for day or overnight camp, and enjoy all that the seasons have to offer in our 750 acre property!
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Plateau Youth Fellowship
2024-02-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

Homeschool Days - Secular
2024-02-07 10:30 - 13:00
Join us for monthly homeschool days filled with fun and learning! All grades 1st – 12th welcome. Younger siblings welcome, parent/guardian must stay. Bring a picnic lunch and stay after to hike the trails! The first Wednesday of each month, we will offer a secular homeschool day and offer nature hikes, boating, crafts, and archery.
RSVP Here

Homeschool Days - Christian
2024-01-17 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-15 10:00 - 12:30 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Join us for monthly homeschool days filled with fun and learning! All grades 1st – 12th welcome. Our Christian homeschool days will be held the third Wednesday of every month and we will offer boating, crafts, nature walks, and archery! $5 per participating child, younger siblings are welcome, Parent/guardian must stay as this is not a drop off event. Bring a picnic lunch and stay after to hike the trails!
RSVP Here

Plateau Youth Fellowship
2024-01-14 14:00 - 16:00
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
For our November meeting we will be offering sledding!
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

Homeschool Days - Secular
2024-01-03 10:30 - 13:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326

Homeschool Days - Christian
2023-12-20 10:30 - 13:00, 2023-09-20 10:00 - 12:00

Plateau Youth Fellowship
2023-12-10 14:00 - 16:00
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
For our December meeting we will be celebrating Christmas!
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

Fireside Chats
2023-12-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Looking for some time to connect with others in our community? Join our NEW monthly fireside chats at Pocono Plateau hosted by Pastor Kathryn of Mountainhome UMC and the camp director Carmen O’Shea! A time to gather by the fire right by the lake! The first fireside chat will be December 8th from 7-8 pm!
Free entry!
Cozy drinks and snacks
Childcare available upon request
All are welcome as we gather by the fire, meet new friends, and share together

Homeschool Days - Secular
2023-12-06 10:30 - 13:00

Plateau Youth Fellowship
2023-11-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
For our November meeting we will be offering Archery and Slingshot
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

YOUTH FALL FELLOWSHIP
2023-11-03 19:00 - 2023-11-05 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Experience the fun of fall in the Poconos for 6th through 12th grade! Activities include archery, climbing tower, hayride, and hiking along with a devotional scripture based theme for the weekend.
Price $120 for youth (includes 2 nights and 5 meals)
Discounted Price for Youth Leaders/Adults (Ages 18+): $60
Sign Up Here

Homeschool Days - Secular
2023-11-01 10:00 - 12:30, 2023-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Join us for monthly homeschool days filled with fun and learning! All grades 1st – 12th welcome. Our secular homeschool days will be held the first Wednesday of every month and we will offer boating, crafts, nature walks, and archery! $5 per participating child, younger siblings are welcome, Parent/guardian must stay as this is not a drop off event. Bring a picnic lunch and stay after to hike the trails!
RSVP Here

Plateau Youth Fellowship
2023-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
For our October meeting we will be offering a Hayride and Candle Making.
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

Plateau Youth Fellowship
2023-09-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Our Plateau Youth Fellowship is a free event open to all youth grades 6th-12th. We meet in the Birch Room one Sunday a Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! Please RSVP below.
For our September meeting we will be offering Treetop Adventure High Ropes Course.
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!
RSVP

PLATEAU FEST WEEKEND & 10TH ANNUAL 5K/15K
2023-09-15 19:00 - 2023-09-17 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Come for the whole weekend or just the day on Saturday! Saturday includes the 5K/15K race, kids treasure hunt, and Silent Auction. The weekend will continue with camp activities, campfires, and worship.
To Register for the 5K/15K: CLICK HERE
Weekend Prices:
Main Site:
Adult 18 + $120
Teens 13-17 $75
Kids 4-12 $60
Kids 0-3 Free
Adventure Site:
Adult 18 + $65
Teens 13-17 $40
Kids 4-12 $25
Kids 0-3 Free
To Register for the Retreat Weekend: CLICK HERE

JULY 4th FAMILY CAMP BONAZA
2023-07-02 15:00 - 2023-07-05 11:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Spend your 4th of July holiday with us at the Plateau. Week 1 of our summer this year will include a 3 night family camp option that will include all the fun of regular summer camp. July 4th will also include a bounce house, live music, BBQ, and awesome water games!
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PLATEAU PUPPY PALOOZA RETREAT *CANCELED*
2023-06-02 19:00 - 2023-06-04 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Bring your dog for the weekend to experience all the fun of the outdoors at Pocono Plateau. Guests will stay in rustic cabins at our Adventure Site with their furry friends. Meals will be served in the Adventure Lodge or picnic style at the pavilion. Don’t have a dog? You are still welcome to come and enjoy all the snuggles and fun! **Note** guests will not have access to the Adventure Lodge kitchen for their own cooking and outdoor cooking supplies will not be available at the sites. Meals will be served at the Adventure Lodge by Plateau staff.
All dogs must be kept on their leash. Please do not bring aggressive dogs or dogs that do not do well with other dogs around. We reserve the right to request guests to leave if their dogs cause an unsafe environment for other pets and guests.
Price: $200 per cabin rental plus $50 per person for meal (includes 2 nights and 5 meals)

POCONO PLATEAU SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE
2023-05-20 10:00 - 14:00
Come see and experience all the Plateau has to offer for summer camp programs. This is a great opportunity for potential campers to check out the facilities and activities before camp begins.

CONFIRMATION RETREAT
2023-04-28 19:00 - 2023-04-30 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Pocono Plateau is offering a confirmation retreat for churches to bring their confirmands to learn about their identity in Christ and their journey as Christian disciples. Programming will include a bible study, team building activities, campfire, and worship.
Price: $120 per confirmand (includes 2 nights and 5 meals)
$50 per adult chaperone

If you are a parent/guardian registering your child – Sign Up Here
If you are a church leader looking to register a group of confirmands – Click Here and provide your church name and number of confirmands. We will contact you after for more information and to provide more details.

"LOVE YOUR SELFIE" MOTHER/DAUGHTER RETREAT
2023-04-21 19:00 - 2023-04-23 14:00
*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED*
Teen girls (5th – 12th grade) and their moms or mother figures will gather to discuss body image and social media. Megan Logan, LCSW will lead sessions on releasing self doubt, building self compassion, and embracing who we are in the image of God. The weekend will also include crafts and adventure programming.

Plateau FREE Youth Social
2023-04-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Our Free Youth Social is a free event open to all youth grades 4th-12th. We meet in the Lake Room every 3rd Sunday of the Month during our Retreat Season. We offer a time for games, one of our Adventure Program Activities, snack time (usually s’mores and hot chocolate), and we wrap up with an age appropriate devotion time! This event is great for church youth groups and for parent’s looking for something fun to do with their kids! If you plan to attend please fill out an RSVP through our Google Form link below.
RSVP Link
Contact Danny our Program Manager at (570) 676-3665 or program@poconoplateau.org with any questions!

Note- this is not a drop off event

YOUTH ‘WINTER BLAST’ RETREAT AND CHILDREN’S ‘WINTER JAMBOREE’ RETREAT
2023-02-17 19:00 - 2023-02-19 14:00 | Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd, Cresco, PA, 18326
Take a break from the winter blues! Make new friends and reconnect with old friends! Join us for a weekend packed full of fun: Enjoy indoor (Gaga) and outdoor games, sledding, broomball, crafts, Bible sessions, and a campfire with smores! Youth grades 6 – 12 Children in grades 3 – 6 Price: $120 per person (includes 2 nights and 5 meals). Please have Registrations in by Wednesday February 15th. Sign Up Here
