Middle School Summer Pilgrimage – Summer 2026

St. Mary’s of the Lake is excited to invite our middle school youth to participate in the Diocese of Syracuse Middle School Summer Pilgrimage! This special day is a wonderful opportunity for our students to grow in faith, build friendships, and experience a joyful adventure together.

Event Details

Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Location: Niagara Falls, New York
Open To: Students entering grades 6–8 for the 2026–2027 school year

This all‑day pilgrimage will include:

A visit to Niagara Falls
A stop at a Marian Shrine
A ride on the Maid of the Mist
Laser tag at LASERTRON
Dinner (pizza and wings)
An event t‑shirt for each participant
Bus transportation

Cost

The cost of the trip is $65 per participant, which includes transportation, all activities, dinner, and a t‑shirt. Payment should be made directly to St. Mary’s of the Lake by check or online. If this cost would prevent your child from attending, please reach out confidentially. We have scholarship funds available and want every student who desires to participate to have the opportunity to attend.

How to Register

Families may register using the Google Form (CLICK HERE) or by submitting a paper registration form available at the parish office or you can download it HERE.

Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

Note: After completing the parish registration, families will receive a link to a required secondary registration form provided by the Diocese of Syracuse.

Parent Chaperones

We welcome parent volunteers who would like to join us for this pilgrimage. Please note that all adult chaperones must have a current Safe Environment Training Certificate.

To view available training sessions or register, please visit: https://syracusediocese.org/safe-environment

Questions?

For more information, please contact the parish office. We are truly excited to offer this opportunity to our middle school families and look forward to a beautiful day of faith, friendship, and fun together!