GUEST USERS

Your Gateway to Retreat and Fellowship in Eastern Montana

Aerial shot of Eastern Montana Bible Camp's camp grounds

Gather Here. Change Here.

Eastern Montana Bible Camp is available to Overnight and Day Guest Users.

We invite you to explore the beauty of Montana while immersing yourself in a spirit-filled environment. EMBC offers more than just summer camps; our facilities are available for rental by groups seeking a place for retreat, relaxation, and connection.

Grounds & Accommodations

EMBC boasts acres of scenic eastern Montana landscape, providing ample space for your group to gather, reflect, and reconnect with nature. Our comfortable dormitories can accommodate 110 guests, offering a simple and clean lodging option. We also have designated areas suitable for tent camping, allowing you to experience the Montana outdoors under the starry sky.

Ideal For:

  • Church retreats: EMBC provides a perfect setting for church groups to deepen their faith through shared worship, Bible study, and fellowship.

  • Family reunions: Create lasting memories with your loved ones at EMBC. Our spacious grounds offer room for games, activities, and quality family time.

  • Youth group outings: EMBC is a safe and nurturing environment for youth groups to engage in spiritual growth, team building, and outdoor adventures.

  • School field trips: Foster community and learning in a unique and inspiring setting.

Amenities

  • Large meeting hall

  • Equipped kitchen facilities

  • Dining hall

  • Campfire areas

  • Athletic fields

  • Playground

  • WiFi access

GUEST USER AGREEMENT

GUEST USER RATES

We strive to keep our rates affordable by asking guest users to leave camp better than they found it.

For rates, please call or email for rates.

Children 12 years of age and under are free **

EMBC will bill guest groups based on the number of guests each day. It is up to you to keep accurate records.

Charges for camper trailers and motor homes:
$10.00 per day

Approximately five EMBC staff members may eat meals with you.

**Upon arrival the guest user group representative must initial and sign the Procedures Liability Waiver form with the Camp Manager or designee present.

Upon arrival, you must meet with the camp manager and go through who will be in charge of recreational activities.
It is helpful if this person is arranged ahead of time and arrives promptly with or before the main group of guests.

PART-TIME & HOURLY RATES

Part time guest use allows you to use camp facilities for up to four hours. The time frame can be adjusted with prior camp manager
approval.

Full Access allows you to use all available camp facilities and activities.
Partial Access allows you to use the outside grill and available outdoor camp activities.

RATES:

Please call or email for rates.

Please fill out Guest User Agreement or call to reserve your date.
Upon arrival, you must meet with the camp manager or designee to go through who will be in charge of recreational activities.
A Procedures Liability Waiver form will need to be signed by the group contact person or group leader.

Guest User Policy

Reservations:
· Available dates can be found on the EMBC calendar below.
· Reservations can be made up to one year in advance.
· Prior to September 1 of the year preceding a reservation date, non-church guest groups may be bumped from their reserved dates if a church group requests to use those dates.
· All group-specific requests and/or exceptions must be requested in writing and signed/dated by the Camp Manager to be valid.
· Guest groups must designate a group representative/contact person with their Reservation Agreement.
· EMBC reserves the right to deny the use of its facilities to any group.

Arrival Time:
· Arrival time is after 3 pm. Please do not plan to arrive before this time on the date your rental begins unless a specific exception has been granted in writing by the Camp Manager/designee. Early arrival of members of your group may result in extra day charges.

Upon Arrival:
· The group representative is to check in with the Camp Manager/designee.
· The group representative must initial and sign the Liability Waiver in presence of Camp Manager/designee.
· The chain of communication will be reviewed with the group’s representative. This allows both parties to know who is in charge and who to contact with problems or questions.
· The group's representative(s) is responsible to tour and go over the camp facilities with the Camp Manager/designee to: 1) determine the condition of all facilities, (i.e. noting existing damages); 2) review cleanup requirements before departure; and 3) review rules relating to the use of various recreational activities.

Departure Time:
· Departure time is by 10 am. Groups must have completed cleaning responsibilities, be completely checked out, and off the camp grounds by this time on the last day of their rental contract to avoid extra day charges. Another group is often coming in that same day.

Adjustments to arrival and/or departure times, and advance deliveries:
· Depending on the schedule of other camps or guest groups, arrival and/or departure times may be adjusted. Please request adjustments at least two weeks prior to your group’s rental dates. Such permission must be granted in writing from the Camp Manager/designee.
· Special arrangements for advance delivery of a guest group’s supplies must be arranged with the Camp Manager/designee and approved in writing.
· We will try to be flexible and accommodating to your specific needs.

Liability:
The EMBC Association does not assume responsibility for accidents, injuries, or illness occurring on the camp property. Guest groups are responsible for their own insurance. The Liability Waiver must be signed before a Guest group may use EMBC facilities.

The damage deposit and reservation fee is one payment that must be received with your guest user agreement form before your dates are reserved. Also: reservation fee must be paid each time of use and will be credited on your billing statement barring no damages.


Download, fill in, and send signed Guest User Agreement with a $250 deposit to:

Melissa Raisl-EMBC Treasurer
1475 Road 439
Bloomfield, MT 59315

EMBC Rules

  1. No smoking or vaping in any building.

  2. No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or pornography are allowed on campgrounds.

  3. No animals are permitted in any of the buildings. Our preference is that you would leave your pets at home, but exceptions may be made upon request. Your group will be billed for any damages or extra cleanup needed due to your group’s pets.

  4. Campfires are only allowed in designated areas, subject to weather/drought conditions, and with the Camp Manager’s/designee’s approval.

  5. All vehicles must stay on established roads and in designated parking areas (unless unloading or loading).

Cleanup Responsibilities:

  • Cleanup schedules are posted in each building.

  • Each guest group is responsible to wash/dry all kitchen towels, etc. used before leaving. Washer/dryers are available in the back of the bathhouse, in Holzworth Hall, and kitchen.

  • Cleaning equipment and supplies are available in each building. Extra supplies are in the Dining Hall.\

Cleanup Responsibilities:

Cleanup schedules are posted in each building.

Each guest group is responsible to wash/dry all kitchen towels, etc. used before leaving. Washer/dryers are available in the back of the bathhouse, in Holzworth Hall, and kitchen.

Equipment Provided:

  • Dining Hall: first aid kit, cookware, utensils, kitchen towels, toilet paper, cleaning supplies (i.e.,toilet cleaner, bleach, dish soap, ammonia) A walk-in fridge and walk-in freezer are available for use as well as a freezer in Snack Shop.

  • Cabins: bunk beds, vacuum cleaners, broomsRecreational: a variety of balls, bats, mini golf clubs, frisbees, archery equipment, safety harnesses and helmets

  • Swimming Pool: The pool is maintained by the Camp Manager/designee. Please do not add any chemicals to the water. The pool area is to remain locked and will be opened only upon arrangement with the Camp Manager/designee.

  • Telephone: Cell service is limited. The best signal is available on the hill by the campfire pit. Long distance calls may be made on the kitchen phone by a using calling card or if placing a collect call.

  • Internet: Wi-fi is available. Upon request, Camp Manager/designee will give password to guest group representative.

What your group is responsible for:

Guest groups are responsible to provide their own food, bedding, snack shop supplies, and craft items. If soda premix is wanted for use in the Snack Shoppe, your rental group needs to contact Pepsi or Coke and make arrangements. Phone numbers are available below at “Common Questions”. The soda vendors will bill the rental group directly if product is used.

EMBC Guest CALENDAR

FAQS

  • Yes. We have 5 sites for RV’s with water, electrical, and sewer hookups.

  • Yes. Anyone attending as guest of your group must pay the full-day rate for that day.

  • No. It is up to each guest group to provide any snack food items or drinks for the Snack Shoppe. Coke in Glendive (406-377-2653) or Pepsi (406-433-3734) in Sidney will come out and stock fountain drink products. Guest groups are responsible for making all such arrangements.

  • Yes. Please use the sound systems with care. Each guest group is responsible for damages incurred due to neglect or misuse. If your group brings in its own sound equipment, EMBC’s must be moved with care and re-installed exactly as found. If we need to hire someone to re-install or set up sound equipment, your group will be billed accordingly. These conditions pertains to the sound system in Chapel and the portable sound system in Dining Hall.

  • No. EMBC does not provide any cooks or kitchen staff.

  • No. Please respect the arrival time on the guest user agreement. Most of our guest groups arrive the same day another rental group is leaving. All arrival time exceptions must be cleared in writing with the Camp Manager/designee.

  • No, bedding is not provided. Please bring your own.

  • We prefer you leave your pets at home when you come to EMBC. However, we understand that it is sometimes necessary to bring them. Please contact the Camp Manager/designee if such arrangements are necessary. Absolutely no pets in any of the buildings.