Welcome to our international youth camp in the south-eastern part of Norway, "Camp Imagine Peace".
The theme is "Peace, culture and environment".
Download this information in the attachment (brochure) at the end of this article.
Camp Imagine Peace started in 2011 after the terror attack at Utøya. This is one of the interesting sites we will visit during the camp. The students at the ongoing camp in Norway at that point really wanted to help. They showed compassion, care and love for all of these people, these strangers from another country, and most importantly, they showed us that we are all equal humans no matter where we originate from.
The purpose of our camp is to make friends across the borders, across religions, political views and different upbringings. It’s to help the youth - the future – to understand that we cannot all be branded as a person by the things we might identify ourselves with, but by the heart and soul inside, as an individual.
We visit sightings in Norway/Østfold/Akershus that have helped our country to where we are today, parts of Norway’s everyday life and culture. This means there will be both outdoor activities and guided tours at historic sights.
At the end of the camp the students will perform in “The Final Show” for the host families in which the students are free to show something from their own country, or another talent they have. We encourage student to bring an instrument or check if their instrument might be available at the camp.
General information
Arrival: July 7th
Departure: July 26th
Host family: July 7th – July 12th
Camp period: July 12th – July 25th
Location: Host families lives in the Viken and Oslo area. The camp takes place at Jeløy Island, Frelsesarmeens kurssenter.
Program/activities
Eight days of excursions where we reflect on peace from different perspectives. We hope you will go through a personal positive change and understand other cultures better, become more eco–friendly and eager to give your contribution to a better world.
Practical information
Age limits: 18 – 22 years
Camp capacity: 30-45
Sex: male/female mix
Language: English
Bring warm and waterproof clothing, as well as ordinary summer clothing and good footwear. You don’t need to be in top physical condition, as long as you enjoy outdoor activities.
Camp fee: 200 Euro
Apply
To be a participant at Imagine Peace, you need to send your application to our Youth Exchange Program Chairperson, Incoming Norway, mdyc-team@lions.no before the March 15th 2027.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding the camp, please contact the Camp Director Stefan Trygve Soos
Email: stefan.trygve@soos.no
Phone: +47 900 54 623
Links
CAMP PROGRAM 2027
Arrival & Check-in
Welcome, practical info, group room allocation
Lions Quest
Communication, cooperation, and positive choices
Talks About Peace
Guided conversations about the idea of peace
International Presentations
Presentations by participating countries
Culture + youth life + “peace initiatives from my country”
Excursion: Visit Utøya
Guided visit focused on remembrance and human dignity
Excursion: Nobel Peace Center (Oslo)
Interactive exhibits and peace-building stories
Excursion: Oscarborg Fortress
Guided fortress tour + local history
Outdoor Activity: Canoeing on Vannsjø
Safety briefing + life jackets
Canoe paddling in teams (skill practice + challenge game)
City Tour: Old Town of Fredrikstad
Landmark hunt / scavenger mission cards
Lions Activities in Ørje
Local Lions meet-and-greet
Community-focused youth activity workshop
Social Time (Sosialt samvær)
Evening social gathering with games and free conversation
Leisure / Free-time Activities
Relaxation time with optional group activities
Final Show — Created by Participants
Participants prepare acts (songs, dances, skits, peace messages)
Departure
Packing + check-out
Departures
Photos from Camp Imagine Peace summer 2026:
