Equipping and empowering the next generation to lead and minister.
TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest & TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest 2
Experience an environment of encouragement
A stronger, more intimate relationship with Jesus and His Word
Skills to build deeper and more meaningful relationships and friendships
Motivation and ways to be more others-centered
Development of a personal life management plan to trace God’s work in their life and use as a tool to discern God’s plans for their future
Skill to concisely share the Gospel
Experience leading small groups Bible studies
Skills and motivation to develop a vision and plan to be an ambassador for Jesus Christ at their church, school or home
Confidence as a leader
A sense of purpose and belonging
Leadership Quest is designed for:
Students who will have finished 9th grade or higher
Who show an interest in leadership and have some spiritual maturity
Students who love their Lord and want to make a difference in their world for the sake of Christ
Students who enjoy new experiences, new challenges, and new ideas
Students involved in leadership positions in school, clubs, or other organizations
Upcoming dates for 2026 TENTMAKERS LEADERSHIP QUEST
June 14-20, 2026
July 12-18, 2026
Upcoming dates for 2026 TENTMAKERS LEADERSHIP QUEST 2 (for LQ grads only)
To Be Announced
Program Overview
TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest is a one-week, wilderness-based leadership training experience designed for responsible high school students going into grades 10- 12 or a recent high school graduate and adult mentors. Participants experience a powerful intergenerational community rich with affirmation and encouragement.
Experiential and Interactive
Experiential and interactive training sessions focus on developing relational, personal management and communication skills. Participants deepen their personal discipleship habits, cultivate leadership skills, and God-given confidence, all while discovering a vision to impact their church, school and life.
Wilderness North
This week of training is conducted during the summer months at Wilderness North, the TENTMAKERS Training and Retreat Center, in the Lake Superior National Forest 50 miles north of Duluth, Minnesota.
Individuals not associated with a group use the Individual Registration link below:
Leadership Quest Group Participants & Leaders Registration Steps or Individual with Downpayment:
Step 1: Please review the profile of an LQ student and ways to invites students before registering. This information is found below in the section titled Resources for Groups.
Step 1: Print and Complete all required Registration Forms (all forms work for LQ & LQ2)
Group Registration Form (fill this out if 2 or more students are coming with you)
Individual Registration Form (each individual attending will complete this form)
Mentor/Mentor Family Registration Form (individual or family mentors complete this form)
For TENTMAKERS Partner Churches Hosting a Year on Mission Team Only (Reference “Hosting a Year on Mission Team” section on the Year on Mission page)
Partner Church Group Registration Form (use this form instead of the general Group Registration Form)
Individual Registration Form (each individual attending will complete this form)
Mentor/Mentor Family Registration Form (individual or family mentors complete this form)
Step 2: Mail completed forms to TENTMAKERS with your deposit or mail completed forms and make your deposit online using the Leadership Quest Payment.
Step 3: Download the LQ Participant List (Excel spreadsheet) and list the names and contact information for the students and adults that are coming. Email that list to info@tentm.org by June 1.
Step 4: Print Packing List, Health Forms and Map. Bring your completed health forms when you come. We recommend using the map rather than GPS.
For questions on any step in this process please call: 1-763-535-6484.
RESOURCES FOR GROUPS
Profile of a Leadership Quest Student
Have a relationship with Christ and desire to make it more meaningful
Completed 9th grade as of May/June the year they are coming to TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest
Currently functioning as a leader, desiring to be a leader, or have latent leadership potential
Are mature - meaning that they are ready for a leadership training experience, rather than an entertainment - based camp. (Not that we don't have fun!)
Promote TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest and/or TENTMAKERS Leadership Quest 2:
If you would like to promote LQ or LQ2 at your church, with friends or family members or with other youth leaders/youth pastors, here are some resources.
To request printed brochures email info@tentm.org or call 763-535-6484. Provide your name, address, phone and amount of brochures desired. Or download the brochure by clicking the link below.
Download the LQ and LQ2 PowerPoint and use it with your youth group, ministry team/council or with groups of youth pastors/leaders. Power Point