Welcome to the Camp Mary Help…where Faith and Fun come together!

Each summer, Camp Mary Help introduces children and teens to the timeless traditions of faith and fun! Kids enjoy days filled with various water activities, exploring nature, playing sports, cooking, and much more! The backdrop for Camp Mary Help is the 140-acre campus of Mary Help of Christians Center, which is also home to a retreat center, Parish, Mary’s Little Farm, and Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School, all of which serve the Tampa Bay community. The foundation of Camp Mary Help is Faith Formation, which comes alive through daily Mass and faith activities.

Camp Mary Help is open for seven weeks and is designed for children ages 7 to 15. This camp is an exciting mix of cultures and backgrounds that set the stage for a summer filled with programs that build teamwork, trust, and understanding.

Time:

  • Regular drop-off is from 8:00-8:25am.
  • Regular pick-up is from 4:00-4:25pm.
  • We are now offering an extended hours option (for an additional fee) which will allow you to drop off your camper as early as 7:00am and pick up as late as 6:00pm. Please note, there is no option for “ONLY drop-off,” or “ONLY pick-up.” If you need one or the other, even for just a single day, this option is for you.
  • Late drop-offs after 8:40am require parents to park their car and walk their child to the camp office for sign-in.
  • All parents are welcome to join the camp for daily Mass in the main church beginning at 8:40am.

 

Dates:

  • Week 1 June 9-13
  • Week 2 June 16-20
  • Week 3 June 23-27
  • Week 4 June 30-July 3*
    4-day Camp: All activities minus the Barn!
  • Week 5 July 7-11**
  • Week 6 July 14-18
  • Week 7 July 21-25
* Closed on July 4th
** No barn activities

PRICING:

  • $300 per week
    • $240 for week 4
  • 5% discount will be applied to your weekly fee if you register for multiple sessions
  • 5% discount will be applied to your weekly fee if you register multiple campers from the same household
  • These discounts can be combined for a maximum of 10% off your weekly fee.

 

Registration Now Open!

Read through the 2025 Parent Handbook here

How to Register for Camp:

  • Click the link above which will take you to Our New Summer Camp Portal!
  • Please create a free account; it’s simple and easy! This will allow you to return to the application in the future as well as keep track of forms, payments, and Camp Mary Help information.
  • Please check your emails for updates and future directives from Our Director after you’ve registered.

All families are invited to join us for our open houses! This a great way to meet our staff,

ask questions and get a feel for camp before the summer arrives.

Sunday, April 6th from 12:00-4:00pm
Wednesday, April 23rd from 4:00-6:00pm
Saturday, May 3rd from 10:00am-2:00pm
 

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Would you like to work at Camp Mary Help?

Spending your summer at Camp Mary Help is an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills and give back to your community. Days are spent on our beautiful campus enjoying the Florida sun and fun with a special time for faith formation.

Please see below for the qualifications, roles, and benefits offered to Camp Mary Help staff.

 

Staff/ Counselor Application Now Open- Click Here to Apply!

Roles

    • Senior Counselors
      • This includes Lead Counselors and Lifeguards
  • Junior Counselor Volunteers
  • Adult Volunteers

Qualifications

  • Senior Counselors must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate
  • Junior Counselors must be at least 16 years old
  • Adult Volunteer must be 18 years old or older
  • Has a love of Jesus Christ
  • Desires to serve the needs of young people
  • Makes good decisions and actively works to create a safe environment
  • Would gladly walk around acting like a dinosaur if it made a child smile
  • Enjoys outdoor activities and games
  • Must complete the Diocese of St. Petersburg safe environment program
  • Must pass a level II background check prior to beginning work

Summer Camp Staffers Receive

  • Senior Counselors receive an hourly wage beginning at $13 per hour
  • Training in the Salesian Preventive System
  • Daily Mass
  • Close friendships with fellow staffers
  • Opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a child
  • Opportunity to develop leadership skills
  • Opportunity for confession and spiritual growth