Shetland Christian Youth Camp to hold open day to celebrate 30 years
SHETLAND Christian Youth Camp (SCYC) is celebrating being open for more than 30 years with a community open day early next month.
SCYC said that since 1994 the camp has been a place where young folk found friends, discovered confidence they did not know they had, and made memories that still get brought up whenever old campers meet.
“Some remember the games, some remember the songs, and some remember the famous water fights, but everyone remembers the feeling of belonging and care that shaped the whole week,” it said.
“Over the years, thousands of children and young people have enjoyed a free, joyfilled week every July. SCYC even pivoted with an online camp during Covid to ensure no-one missed out.
“Many who once arrived clutching their backpack now send their own bairns.”
To mark more than three decades of “laughter, learning and the occasional soggy trainer”, SCYC is opening its doors for a community open day on Saturday 6 June from 10am to 4pm at the Sumburgh campsite.
Visitors can wander through the building, enjoy crafts and activities, grab a cuppa and a fancy and browse a special photo display of snapshots from across the years.
“Whether you once came as a camper or have simply wondered what goes on inside the building, the day offers a chance to reconnect, reminisce and see how the camp has grown,” SCYC said.
And for anyone feeling nostalgic some of the old leaders will be there too.
SCYC said it has always been a community effort, shaped by volunteers from the gospel halls across Shetland, and supported by families who believe in giving young people a place to grow.
“The impact lasts far beyond the summer: friendships that stuck, confidence that carried on, and moments of Christian love that shaped lives quietly but deeply.”
One of SCYC’s trustees said the open day was a chance to celebrate that shared story from the last three decades.
“SCYC has been blessed to play a joyful part in the lives of so many young people over the last 30-odd years,” George Keith said.
“We’d love to welcome folk back, whether you came as a camper, your children are current or future campers, or you’re simply curious about what we do.
“Whether you are new to camp or have a connection on memory drop in for ten minutes or stay for the day.
“You are assured that the kettle will be on, and the bouncy castle, crafts and gokart will be waiting.”
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