• Prior Sailing Experience Required •
This three-week high adventure camp will challenge experienced sailors with an exciting trip across the Pamlico Sound (weather permitting). The session will begin with a week of sailing drills, trip preparation and other traditional Don Lee activities.
Nights spent camping on beaches away from the distractions of everyday life. Bonds created amongst friends that will last a lifetime. Navigators work on sailing theory, rigging/unrigging, water safety and general navigation skills both on the water and in classroom sessions.
This three week session provides campers with the opportunity to grow closer to God in the camp setting and to make lasting friendships with members of their group.
The Navigator experience is the adventure of a young lifetime! These three weeks are a considered a "milestone" for many adolescents. We are frequently told the knowledge gained, experience received and relationships built through Navigators stand amongst some of the most important character building moments in an adolescent's life.
Important Details:
2026 Navigator Dates: Weeks 2-4: June 14 - July 3, 2026
Navigators will experience camp for THREE weeks and enjoy doing the following:
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Archery
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Drama
- Arts & Crafts
- Encounters (a faith formation activity period)
- Outdoor Living Skills
- Cooking in the woods
- Challenge Course and Team building
On top of that, they will go on over-night camping trips. Camp Don Lee provides the tents, cooking gear and group gear. Each camper needs to bring a "dry bag" (there are several online and can be bought from any outdoor store or WalMart) and their own sleeping bag.
Navigators also get to plan and lead an all-camp worship service at the end of their experience. Our worship team and staff help them coordinate this awesome experience. This is certainly one of the highlights for our campers and staff as well as the Navigators themselves.
To apply, applicants must have completed 9th, 10th or 11th grade. Prior sailing experience is required.
The trip across the Pamlico Sound will be contingent on safe weather and no refunds can be made if the trip cannot be completed. We will strive to make sure the campers make it on a trip, even if it's just across the river.
2026 Navigator Application is open! Click the link below to apply today.
Deadline to apply is October 26.
Navigator 2026 Application Process:
- Complete application in its entirety.
- Applications are due no later than midnight October 26, 2025.
- Full Time staff at Don Lee will review all applications and notify families no later than the beginning of November 2025.
- If you are accepted, you have until November 15, 2025 to accept the position, register, and pay the deposit.
- If you are not accepted, you will be notified before registration opens to families so you have time to think over your next decision as a family.