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Play. Learn. Interact. Discern. Network. Experience. Listen. Grow. NCYC encompasses a wide variety of opportunities to learn about and experience the Catholic faith. Below is a sampling of what is available through NCYC.
Thematic Park
The 2009 NCYC experience will not be complete until you wander through The Reign Forest! The Reign Forest is the title and theme of this 200,000+ square foot interactive venue, and host to more than 150 exhibits and experiential areas.
As you plot your course through The Reign Forest you will discover our traditional exhibitors as well as interactive and experiential exhibits. As you continue traversing The Reign Forest, check out the technology lounge, the Market Place, the college corner and vocation areas, interactive games, service project areas, and various entertainment stages.
College Corner
Another unique element of the NCYC Reign Forest experience is the college corner, which includes exhibits by Catholic colleges and universities. Talk with admissions personnel and students, collect literature, and find out more about dozens of campuses across the country without ever leaving The Reign Forest!
Exhibits
The Catholic Youth Ministry Resource Exposition gathers an extensive array of providers of resource materials for catechesis and youth ministry, from Catholic publishers, speakers and performers, music publishers, advocacy groups, and national youthâserving organizations. These companies and organizations market a variety of products, services, and resources for adults serving the young church.
Community Building
Young people are socially programmed and fun is a necessary element of the NCYC experience. Teens, adult chaperones, parents, and youth ministry leaders alike will enjoy moments to unwind, share a laugh, and celebrate God's abundant goodness through activities such as: the dance, comedy club, concerts, and games within the Thematic Park.