Question 1

What is YOCO?

Accepted Answer

YOCO is Michigan Youth Convention. This is an annual gathering of 6th-12th grade students from Assemblies of God churches across Michigan. It is a Friday/Saturday event typically held on the first weekend of November. We have relevant speakers, powerful worship, breakouts, vendors, and amazing opportunities for connection.

Question 2

Where is YOCO?

Accepted Answer

YOCO in 2026 takes place at Mount Hope Church in Lansing. 202 South Creyts Road, Lansing, MI 48917

Question 3

What is the price?

Accepted Answer

Online Registration pricing (until October 23 at 10pm):Students: $60 | Leaders: $35 Onsite pricing:Students: $70 | Leaders: $35Churches will obviously need to factor travel expenses, meals, and accommodations into their pricing. We will also have on-site late-night options available for an additional fee. Students are encouraged to bring spending money for vendors and snacks.

Question 4

What time does it start?

Accepted Answer

Check-in/On-site registration begins at 5:30pm on Friday.The first service on Friday night starts at 7pm.Breakouts begin on Saturday at 10:45am.

Question 5

Where can we stay?

Accepted Answer

Hotel room blocks are not provided for YOCO 2026. Be sure to reserve your lodging asap.

Question 6

What about meals?

Accepted Answer

Mount Hope will have its cafe (drinks only) open, with snacks available for purchase, but youth groups are responsible for their own meals. Groups are allowed to bring outside food into the Youth Center during lunch on Saturday. Churches should factor meal cost into their price or have students bring extra money.

Question 7

Will there be a late night activity on Friday?

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to say that we are bringing back late nights! We will have on-site options (more information to come), but youth groups are, of course, welcome to plan their own late-night activity off-site.

Question 8

I'm new to Michigan Camps! Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

Please contact Yvonne at the MI Next Gen office! 810.220.8700 ext.8 or camps@mmn.ag. She will gladly answer all of your questions.

Question 9

What is Group Reservation?

Accepted Answer

Group Reservation is the opportunity for all churches to reserve a certain number of spots at their preferred camp session before registration opens. There is a $15 fee per student/leader to hold their spot which will go toward their camp cost. Only Pastors or an admin from their church should reserve spots, not parents. This ensures that all students end up at the same camp with their church. While we can usually add or remove spots if needed, we ask that you please come with as close an approximation as possible when reserving spots. Reservation is not an absolute guarantee that spots are secured, but we do everything in our power to put churches at their preferred camp.

Question 10

What is Group Enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Group Enrollment follows Group Reservation once the MI NextGen office finalizes which churches are attending which camps. The Group Admin will receive a church code from the office to register each student through Campsite. Admins can share the code with parents to register their students, or the church can have a registration day to walk parents new to camp through the process. This is also where each student will pay for camp at the base rate. The cost goes up if not paid in full by the end of the Group Enrollment period.

Question 11

What is Open Enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Open Enrollment follows Group Enrollment and is for any student not affiliated with a particular church or for students who missed the Group Enrollment deadline with their church. There is an additional cost of $15 for students registering during Open Enrollment.

Question 12

What are the age ranges for Kids and Youth Camps?

Accepted Answer

Kids camp is for students entering 3rd grade through 6th grade.
Youth camp is for students entering 7th grade through just-graduated seniors,

Question 13

Do you have multiple campground locations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Lost Valley Bible Camp is located in Gaylord, MI, and Faholo Camp and Conference Center is located in Grass Lake, MI.

Question 14

What is the difference between the Youth Camp sessions?

Accepted Answer

The two sessions of youth camp at Lost Valley, and the four at Faholo are operated in the same way. The only differences are the dates, location, and staffing.

Question 15

What is the cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost changes depending on when you register. Scroll up to find specific costs for each camp session.

Question 16

How do I pick which camp session my student should attend?

Accepted Answer

You can choose whichever one best fits your schedule as long as there is availability for that session.

Question 17

How can I volunteer with my church?

Accepted Answer

The general camp volunteer position is set up to be a workday or volunteer day for leaders to help with registration and orientation, set up sessions, help with indoor and outdoor activities, conduct a session, assist with mealtimes, and general camp responsibilities. This position is suitable for a leader who is not able to commit time to an entire camp session but would still like to be a part of making camp happen for students and leaders. Qualifications: Must be 19 years old, unless otherwise permitted. There is a separate application for this position. Contact the Mi Next Gen office at camps@mmn.ag to request access to the application.

2024 Enrollment is closed.

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