Forest Springs’ mission is to provide programs and facilities in a camping environment with a trained service-oriented staff who use the Word of God to help initiate faith and cultivate maturity in Jesus Christ.
As an affiliate member institution, Northwestern students can participate in the Leadership, Training, and Development program, which prepares participants for effective ministry in Christian camping, or related fields.
The program strengthens Christian leadership qualities through classroom instruction, informal discussion, and “hands-on” experiences. More details can be found here.
The concentration requirement of the Ministry major may be satisfied by completing the camping concentration at Forest Springs Camp & Conference Center located in Westboro, Wisconsin, along with other courses as listed in the Ministry program requirements. Requires application to and acceptance by Forest Springs Camp & Conference Center.
Here are some programs you may be interested in...

Ministry
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Arts
Prepare for a career making disciples in the church, the mission field, and the world. Begin with general ministry courses and then you can select from specific ministry concentrations such as children and family ministry, youth and emerging adult ministry, non profit leadership, worship and creative arts, and social justice. This degree lays the foundation for you to work domestically or internationally in vocational ministry or nonprofit contexts and prepares you for graduate study.

Youth and Emerging Adult Studies
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Arts
Ignite a fire inside the hearts of young people for Jesus Christ. Learn how to connect with them and share the truth that they are part of God’s family and will never be alone. The youth and emerging adult studies major equips you to work in ministry for youth and emerging adults in local church, parachurch, and community organizations. You’ll also be prepared for seminary or further graduate study.

Children and Family Ministry Minor
- Minor
Invest your life in preparing the next generation of children and their families to follow Christ and make an impact in their local communities.

Youth and Emerging Adult Ministry Minor
- Minor
Lead youth and emerging adults to grow spiritually and serve effectively in the church, society, and world.