Your fall break staycation is back
for the 7th year!

A weekend to unplug, laugh, and grow together in faith and friendship.

Registration closes: Sunday, October 5

Whether you pitch a tent, bring a camper, or just join in for the day, FamJam is a chance to focus on family, faith, and fun—while meeting new friends from across the New Albany Deanery.

✨ Weekend Highlights:

Friday Night Community Potluck (we’ll provide the main course—you bring a side!)
Family-friendly activities: canoe races, hikes, crafts, cornhole, campfires, games & more
Outdoor Mass and Adoration at the lake
Tent & RV sites or join us for the day (sleep in your own bed, still join the fun!)
One t-shirt included with every site registration!

Donations can be made in-person at the Info Tent.

Essential Information:

- Campground Map
- Check-in:
  - Thursday (10/9) 5–7pm (set-up only, no overnight stay)
  - Friday (10/10) 3–6pm
- Late arrivals: Call 812-923-8355 or email team@catalystcatholic.org in advance
- Arrival process: Follow arrows downhill toward the lake (entrance just past the post office and development office). Volunteers will hand out t-shirts and direct you to your site. Please unload quickly and help keep kids safe during this time.
- Tent sites:
  - Set up in community-style pods, with four sites per pod.
  - Each site fits either 2 small tents/canopies or 1 large tent.
  - A shared fire pit is provided per pod.
  - Vehicles must be moved promptly after unloading.
- RV sites:
  - 20x40 spots along the main driveway (one camper per site)
  - Angled for easy exit on Sunday.
  - No electricity
- Parking: Vehicles cannot remain at campsites. After unloading, park in the designated lot near the entrance.
- Check-out: All campsites cleared by Sunday at noon. Dispose of garbage in provided trash cans.
- Quiet hours: 11pm–7:30am (low-decibel generators only).
- Fire: Only in provided pits or raised containers. Bring your own wood. Do not cut wood from the Mt. St. Francis Sanctuary or use the wood located at the lakeside shelter.
- Amenities:
  - Port-a-potties plus one handicap-accessible stall.
  - Drinking water at Info Tent; hose water for washing dishes
  - No electrical or water hookups
  - No showers; swimming/bathing in the lake is not permitted
- Trash: Trash cans available throughout the site—please keep campsites tidy.
- Restrictions: No ATVs, skateboards, or bikes.
- Pets: Welcome, but must remain leashed. Owners must clean up.
- Friday Community Potluck: 6:30pm at the Lakeside Shelter: We’ll provide the main meat entree and tableware, and each family is asked to bring a side to share. Join us to kick off the weekend together!
- Other meals: Bring your own food or order delivery to the Info Tent (101 St. Anthony Dr., Mt. St. Francis, IN 47146).
- Cooking: Gas and charcoal grills allowed. Dispose of charcoal safely.
- Community fires: Shared campfire at the Lakeside Shelter Friday & Saturday nights.
- Alcohol: Permitted for 21+. Misuse may result in dismissal.
Plenty to do all weekend! A full schedule will be posted closer to the event. Past favorites include:
- Cornhole competitions
- Canoe races on the lake
- Hiking Mt. St. Francis trails
- Arts, crafts, and campfire music
- Catch & release fishing
- Community bonfire & s’mores
Check out the full schedule right here!
- Tent/camper + sleeping bags/cots/air mattresses/blankets
- Camp chairs & cooking supplies
- Food, drinks, water bottles, coolers
- Weather gear (we’ll be here rain or shine!)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, bug spray
- Flashlights/lanterns
- Fishing gear (bank only—no boats)
- Games, cards, instruments
- Bible, rosary, journal