Vision

“They were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity. … They were men of truth and soberness, for they had been taught to keep the commandments of God” (Alma 53:20–21).

Young men need places where they can gather away from worldly influences, build lasting gospel-centered relationships, and strengthen their faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Carefully select a location that facilitates building relationships and creates lifelong memories. These experiences build unity and faith, helping youth deepen their desire to follow the Savior.

Quorum leaders, quorum advisers, and quorum specialists should use the patterns outlined in this guide to help plan and approve single-night and multinight camp activities for young men, regardless of where they live. Camps that are planned and organized according to these principles, methods, and purposes will help the young men fulfill their priesthood responsibilities, grow in the gospel of Jesus Christ, develop lasting gospel-centered relationships, and develop spiritually, socially, physically, and intellectually (see Luke 2:52).

The term quorum leaders refers to the deacons quorum presidency, the teachers quorum presidency, the bishopric, and the assistants in the priests quorum. Aaronic Priesthood advisers and specialists are not quorum leaders (see General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10.3–10.4, ChurchofJesusChrist.org).