Camp Brosend facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Camp Brosend, Indiana
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 Camp Brosend
Location in Indiana
Camp Brosend
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Warrick |
| Township | Ohio |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47630
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| Area codes | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 432012 |
Camp Brosend is a special place in Warrick County, Indiana. It is a church and youth camp. Kids and young people go there for fun activities. They also learn about faith.
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The Story of Camp Brosend
How It Began
Camp Brosend started a long time ago. It was founded in 1949. Most of the camp buildings were finished by 1953. A minister from the General Baptist church and his wife helped make it happen. They even gave 20 acres of their own land for the camp.
Growing and Changing
By 1984, the camp was being run by Ken Nelson. It was still connected to the General Baptists. The camp had grown to 40 acres by then. While it was used for religious purposes, it was mostly a camp for young people. In the early 2010s, Camp Brosend even hosted camps where kids could learn archery.
Camp Brosend Today
As of 2025, Camp Brosend is still open and active. It continues to focus on religious activities. It also keeps its strong connection with the General Baptists.
Where Is Camp Brosend?
Camp Brosend is located in Warrick County, Indiana. You can find it at these coordinates: 37°57′52″N 87°23′45″W / 37.96444°N 87.39583°W. It's a peaceful spot for kids to learn and have fun.
