Gulf Coast Family Camp Conference Details

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Our annual conference will take place at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat in Panama City Beach, Florida. Gulf Coast Family Camp (GCFC) will handle your housing reservations once this form is submitted!

DO NOT CALL LAGUNA FOR HOUSING!

Camp Dates

Check-in starts at 3:00 pm on the first day. Check-out is at 9:00 am on the last day.

*A family registration covers parents and their unmarried children only. Married children, extended family, friends, and grandparents must register separately, even if staying in your house.

Registration

Early Registration

(Last year attendees only)

Opens on the final day of the season retreat and remains open for a week.

$65/person (under 2 free), family max $245

Window for this selection: TBA

General Registration

(Public Registration)

Begins immediately after the end of the early bird registrations and lasts until the day before Late Registration begins.

$65/person (under 2 free), family max $245

Opens: TBA  •  Closes: TBA

Late Registration

(Closes before the event)

Covers the final 60 days leading up to the next season event.

$75/person (under 2 free), family max $295

Window for this selection: TBA

Housing

Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis using the timestamp of your registration form. You may select preferred units, but they are not guaranteed. Most housing is studio/hotel style (no separate bedrooms).

We match unit size to family size. If you desire a larger unit, consider sharing with another family. Pricing includes all taxes and resort fees.

Meals

Meal plan: 4 healthy, hearty dinners (with salad bar) price TBA (ages 3+). Breakfast and lunch are on your own. Payment due by ; non-refundable.

Linens

Reserve linens from the camp for $20/set during registration. Please indicate quantities and sizes.

Payment

After submitting your registration, you’ll receive links to pay your registration fee and optional meal plan. Once registration payment is received, we will contact you to confirm housing. Housing cannot be reserved without registration payment.

Registration fees are non-refundable.

Laguna Policies: No Alcohol • No Smoking • No Pets

Cancellation Policy (Laguna housing):

  • Cancel within 60 days of camp: charged 20% of total bill.
  • Cancel within 14 days of camp: charged 50% of total invoice.

*** 50% payment due 60 days before camp. Remaining balance due . ***

If paying by check, it must arrive before the deadline. Contact for payment info:

  • Charity Jenkins — 503-871-9535
  • Sonia Ramsay — 503-428-7345

Gulf Coast Family Camp Rules & Etiquette

By selecting “I Agree,” you commit to the following policies. Individuals/families who do not honor these policies may be asked to leave or may not be invited back to future camps.

Attendance at Sessions

All families agree to attend all sessions to the best of their ability. If you’re looking for a vacation at Laguna, please plan for another week.

Curfew

  • Laguna noise curfew: no volleyball, basketball, loud outdoor activities, or swimming after 10:00 pm CST.
  • GCFC curfew: Midnight — no one outside after this time except married adults quietly talking.

Sickness Policy

If your child has any of the following, notify the GCFC Medical Team; quarantine may be required until symptoms subside:

  • Fever
  • Hacking cough
  • Vomiting
  • Green nasal discharge
  • Diarrhea
  • Pink Eye

Respect for Property & Privacy

  • No borrowing bikes/scooters/etc. without parent permission.
  • Store items indoors or in vehicles when not in use.
  • Do not enter others’ private spaces (including porches/pools) without invitation.

Laguna Christian Retreat Center & GCFC are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Supervision of Children

Children 12 and under must be supervised at all times—keep them with you in sessions, use provided childcare (babies–2 yrs), or delegate to a responsible person.

Dress Code

To help maintain a respectful, family-centered environment, we ask everyone to follow these guidelines:

General

  • Clothing should be modest and not form-fitting unless layered with a looser garment.
  • No clothing that reveals cleavage or exposes the midsection, including when arms are raised.

Men & Boys

  • Shirts must be worn at all times on campus, except when swimming or actively in the water.

Women & Girls

  • No short shorts.
  • Spandex shorts are not permitted for general wear, swimming, or sports unless covered by loose-fitting shorts.

Bathing Suits

  • Swimwear must fully cover all private areas.
  • Acceptable options include:
    • One-piece suits paired with non-spandex shorts
    • Two-piece suits with a tankini-style top and non-spandex bottoms that fully cover the midsection
  • Bikinis are not permitted.

Additional Guidelines

  • No “lampshading” (wearing a long shirt that completely covers shorts so they are not visible).

Teens & Singles

Any single person attending must be under the authority of a registered family responsible for their safety and session attendance. Young singles without parents present must register and pay separately and follow all rules. Leadership approval required (full refund if not approved).

You must agree before continuing to registration.

Registration Form