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Vanderkamp
Summer
Camp
2008
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Vanderkamp Classic Camps
2008
When we think “camp,” we think of classic experiences
in the outdoors.
The serenity of gliding across the water in a canoe, roasting
marshmallows
over a fire, a refreshing swim in the lake, exciting group games, good
food, exploring many activities, and the opportunity to begin, renew,
or
strengthen a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Vanderkamp offers an experience that includes:
a unique selection of programs;
the opportunity to grow as an
individual
discovering new interests and budding
independence,
developing new skills, and making new friends;
renewal, recreation, and
relaxation;
spiritual growth and faith
formation in
an accepting Christian atmosphere;
enjoying nature and God’s
creation in a
safe environment;
exemplars of the Christian
community,
some of the
best friends your child will make at camp -- our summer staff;
building a new community
and knowing
they belong.
Campers experience a variety of our fabulous
activities -- they don’t
just hear about something, they do it! Whether it’s “commanding” their
kayak on a trip across the lake, hitting the bullseye in archery,
reeling
in a smallmouth bass, or working with their team on the challenge
course,
they find they can accomplish new goals and have more fun than they
dreamed
possible in a week or two!
Swimming
Creek Walks Frisbee
Golf
Challenge Arts
&
Crafts
Stargazing
Rowing
Eclipse
Ball
Flag Football Parachute Games
Rocketry
Group Games
Campcraft
Volleyball
Fishing
Drama &
Skits
Canoeing
Capture the Flag
Ultimate
Soccer
Nature
Hikes
Kayaking
Archery
Reading
GA GA (call us!)
Music
Prayer
Biking
Team Challenge
Storytelling
Wagon Rides
Drawing
Campouts Horseback
Riding
Campfires
Orienteering Outdoor
Cooking
And lots more!
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Regular Weekly Programs
(see below for Specialty Programs)
June 29-July 4
43 Things
Ages
6-12 $325
Kick
off our 43rd year of
ministry by doing 43 things you need to do before you become a
teenager!
We’ll pack this week with 43 uncommon activities - like playing
in the
mud, making a time capsule, inventing a game, eating space food, going
carbon
neutral, and investigating a mystery - you’ll want to try at least once
before
you’re 13. Take the challenge - can you do all 43?!? Special events
include Tom
Sawyer Day and Red, White, & You.
July 13-18
Summer
Palooza
Ages 6-12
$325
An
extravaganza...a
humdinger...an incredible time of fun - that’s what a palooza is! Now
you know
why you don’t want to miss this week. Try a Party Palooza, a Pirate
Palooza,
and maybe even a Palooza Palooza - Whoa! This is going to be awesome!
July 20-25
Vanderkamp Olympics
Ages 7-14
$325
Join
us for a “trip” around the
world! Some of our stops include Morocco, Mexico, Alaska, and India,
with our
final destination being China for the 2008 Summer Games. Special events
include
Tom’s Fur Rondy, Vanderkamp’s Amazing Race, and our own Summer Games --
all
with an international flair!
July 20-25
Back to Basics Ages
8-11
$325
You
can enjoy the thrill of
Olympics Week plus get back to basics! Live in our cabin village, cook
meals
over an open fire, try orienteering, check out the ole’ mud hole for
some messy
fun, catch a fish, and get close to nature.
July 27-August 1 Camp
Outrageous
Ages 9-18
$325
August 3-8
Camp Outrageous
Ages 9-18
$325
Volunteer
Dean: Tink Rabey-Hall
Outrageous:
out·ra·geous
Pronunciation: \aut-ra-jus\ Function: adjective;14th century;
a:
exceeding the limits of
what is usual; b: not conventional or matter-of-fact: fantastic.
Sounds
like Camp Outrageous! HUGE fun! Slime! Action-packed! In short, Outrageous! Special events may
include Harry Potter’s Birthday, Pirate Palooza, VanderQuest, A Night
at the
Oscars: The Sequel, and Survivor: Vanderkamp. Did we mention ice cream
for
breakfast? We’re serious! Choose your fav activities and write your own
schedule. Outrageous fun for all ages. Please do not attempt this at
home,
we’re professionals.
July 27-August 8 Outrageous
Tweekers
Ages 9-18
$635
What’s
a “Tweeker?” A camper who
spends two weeks plus an Outrageous weekend at Vanderkamp! That’s right, Tweekers
enjoy three
times the fun and incredible programming packed into a two week
program. Outrageous!
July 27-August 8 Vanderkamp L.I.T.
Ages 15-18
$635
Our
Leader-In-Training program offers the “behind
the scenes” tour you’ve always wanted! Join the fun at Outrageous
Tweekers,
shadow a counselor, serve on a work crew, enjoy your favorite
activities while
learning how to teach them, and build the best friendships of your
whole life.
Limited enrollment.
July 27-August 8 Vanderkamp
Crew
Ages 16-18
This
unique program provides qualified graduates of
our LIT program additional experience and training in leadership,
counseling,
and program development. Crew Members serve in all areas of camp, from
the
kitchen to cabin groups, supporting Summer Staff. Fee information and
application packet is available from the office.
Specialty
Programs:
Stable Club, First Timers, Teen Programs,
Older Adults, Family Camp, and Reunion '08
The Stable
Club
Ages 9 years and up
Do
you love horses?
Want to learn to ride or improve your riding skills? Two hours each day
(M-F)
at a nearby stable will include Western riding lessons, trail rides,
grooming,
and barn chores. You’ll be back for lunch and an afternoon of
activities. Available
each week. Limited enrollment. Add
a week of instruction to your camp registration for only $115
First-time
Campers
Ages 6-8 years only
We
take special care
of first-time campers! Choose our Sneak-A-Peek introductory version of
our
regular program and your child can join the fun from Sunday through
Tuesday or
Wednesday through Friday at a reduced rate of $135. Those campers who
attend
early in the week may choose to extend their time at camp to include
the full
week (you would then pay for the balance of the program). Most
youngsters are
having so much fun and adjusting so well they choose to stay for the
entire
week! Sneak-A-Peek is available --
June
29-July 1 or July 2-July 4.
Senior Camp
Ages 14-18 years
Thought your days of being a camper at
Vanderkamp were over? We’ve got programs specially designed to help you
learn
leadership skills, plus build lifetime friendships and have an absolute
blast.
Our “Senior Camp” program is open to ages 14 to 18, and is available
the
following weeks --
July 27-August 1
and August 3-8.
June 23-27 Camp
Again
Adults
$150-250
Give
yourself a
treat this summer! Enjoy camp activities designed for active older
adults.
Spend part of a week or the whole thing surrounded by friends who share
your
faith.
Family
Camp
All Ages
Varies
Take
a family
vacation with purpose to a place your kids already love - Vanderkamp !
Perfect
blend of recreation and worship, relaxation and discovery. Prepare
yourself for
smiles and countless memories. We’re close to home and family-friendly
-- you
won’t hear “Are we there yet?” five times from the backseat and we’ll
do the
dishes while you just enjoy being together. Young, old, single parent,
all
families are welcome!
May
24-26 (Sa-M)
or August 30-September 1 (Sa-M)
Vanderkamp
Reunion
Ages
6-18
$60
Vanderkamp
campers and friends are invited to spend New Year’s with us remembering
2008
and getting ready for 2009! The tradition continues...
December
31, 2008-January 1, 2009!
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