Father – Son: Rite of Passage Camp
A Christ-Centered Wilderness Journey for Fathers & Sons
You are the most valuable person in your son’s life. Your beliefs, your actions, your faith and your character, will all be part of the ingredients that will shape who your son will become. He looks to you to model all relationships in his life, and through that he will learn about success, trust, faith, and integrity through his experiences and interactions with you.
At Sons of Men Rite of Passage Camps, we equip fathers and sons (ages 7–13) to embrace their God-designed identities through biblically rooted wilderness experiences located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Suches, GA. Join us May 2-4, 2025.
So, step out of the broken world that we live in, and step into surrender, step into a unique experience where God will guide and unite his spirit within you, with the spirit of your son. Grow in strength, grow in love, grow in faith.
Join us for this special profound weekend, that will be unforgettable and truly transformational!
Anchored in Divine Design
Every boy’s worth flows from Christ’s redemption, not worldly achievements. “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you” (Jeremiah 1:5).
Equipping for Faith Warfare
Biblical manhood requires intentional, habitual courage. “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:26).
Multiplying Eternal Impact
Godly legacies thrive in community. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17).
The Crisis of Modern Boyhood: Why Fathers Matter More Than Ever
Boys today navigate a world hostile to their innate design. Confined to desks for 6+ hours daily, overstimulated by screens averaging 7 hours of use, and deprived of rites of passage, young males face unprecedented identity struggles. Studies show 68% of boys report feeling“purposeless” by age 12, while ADHD diagnoses have tripled since 1997. Fathers, called by God to be primary discipleship leaders (Deuteronomy 6:6–7), often lack tools to counter these cultural currents.
Our research reveals three critical gaps:
Physical Suppression: Schools restrict movement essential for male cognitive development
Spiritual Ambiguity: 62% of Christian boys cannot articulate biblical manhood
Relational Distance: Father-son quality time averages 35 minutes/week
The Rites
Rites signify transformation. They have been valued throughout time and cultures as a way to honor the profound change that happens inside of us as we journey from childhood into adulthood. Even in adulthood, a rite of passage, marks our own transformation, our maturing towards a relationship with Christ.
The rite of passage is a transformational moment can be simple; it can be physically or emotionally challenging, but always marks a profound change.
Land Navigation
Learn map and compass skills with your son, finding waypoints in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Work together, with intention, competing against other father and son duos to capture as many waypoints as possible.
Bushcrafting
Upon arrival you and your son will be responsible for building your shelter, securing it against the wind and potential water infiltration. Learn to build animal traps and snares from nothing more than what the forest provides.
Challenge Course
Fathers will encourage their sons in a race against time where they will complete over a dozen obstacles that include water crossings, tests of strength, and leveraging teamwork which will expand the limits of your son's mind.
Our Aim:
Strengthen Father-Son Bonds: Create sacred spaces for fathers and sons to connect deeply, reflecting the love of God the Father.
Reflect the Heavenly Relationship: Illuminate how earthly father-son relationships mirror the divine connection between God the Father and His children.
Guide Through Transformation: Lead participants through surrender, breaking down worldly barriers, building up in faith, and claiming victory in Christ.
Be Rooted in Scripture: Ground teachings and activities in Malachi 4:6: “He will turn the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers.”
Establish a Rite of Passage: Provide a meaningful, Christ-centered path to manhood through ceremonial and practical experiences.
Empower Fathers: Equip fathers with confidence, wisdom, and the strength to embrace their God-ordained responsibilities with grace and accountability.
Foster Accountability: Promote accountability and discipline in daily life, both in the physical world and in spiritual growth, ensuring integrity before God and others.
Encourage Biblical Leadership: Inspire men to embody the five principles of Biblical leadership—faithfulness, humility, service, courage, and love—as demonstrated in Scripture.
What to Expect
Before Camp
As the time for your experience approaches, you will receive emails that will help you prepare for your Sons of Men Ministries camp. We’ll provide the address of the beautiful camp location nestled deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Need help packing? We have a list of essential items you should bring. Need assistance with registration, directions, or any detail at all? Send your questions to camp@sonsofmen.com, and we’ll respond the same day.
During Camp
Our camp begins Friday. Please arrive between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. We’ll teach you and your son how to set up your camping shelter as soon as you arrive!
Saturday: Enjoy a day of biblical education, bushcraft trap building, land navigation, obstacle courses, and informative seminars designed for fathers raising sons.
Sunday: Start your morning with a delicious breakfast and meaningful learning before departing at 11:00 a.m.
Lodging: Fathers and sons will spend each night in a shelter they have built together with the assistance of our camp staff.
After Camp
The transformative weekend is over, but the guidance and support will continue. Sons of Men ministries will stay connected with tips, and valuable resources through emails and texts. We’re here for you and will journey together as your raise your sons up to be men!
