The Lourdes Center warmly invites families navigating the profound loss of a loved one to join Camp Sydney 2026, a faith-filled three-day retreat designed to provide compassionate support and spiritual consolation. Drawing from the Church's pastoral wisdom, this camp offers a sacred space for parents, guardians, and children ages 6-17 to process grief together, fostering healing through community, prayer, and the light of Christ's resurrection.  

Hosted at Broom Tree Youth & Family Camp, the event runs from 6 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026, to 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2026, and is provided free of charge as an act of mercy and evangelization.  Additional camp details will be provided in April 2026.

To register, go to Camp Sydney Attendee registration.

You can find out more information about this camp and other services offered by The Lourdes Center on their website thelourdescenter.com.

Broom Tree Youth & Family Camp is open year-round!  To request a date, CLICK HERE to fill out the Booking Inquiry form.  One our staff will get back to you to confirm availability.

Please note  you may request a reservation after January 1 for the following year.  Requests will be reviewed for availability in the order received.  Youth Camps and Diocesan groups, as well as other groups that come annually, receive priority in scheduling.  

Summer weekends are a two-night minimum stay for cabin and campsite reservations, and the following holiday weekends are a three-night minimum stay: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

Questions? Call 605-263-1040 or email broomtree@sfcatholic.org.