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2010 Camp Schedule
YOUTH CAMPS
Way Walkers, completed grades 2 & 3
June 23 – 25 Wednesday – Friday
July 6 – 8 Tuesday – Thursday
July 21 – 23 Wednesday – Friday
3rd graders wishing for a bit longer camp experience may register
for the June 15-18 Son Searchers session---see below
Son Searchers, completed grades 4 & 5
June 15 – 18 Tuesday - Friday, (for 3rd, 4th & 5th grades)
July 11 – 16 Sunday - Friday, (for 4th-5th grades)
August 1 – 6 Sunday - Friday, (for 4th-5th grades)
Faith Finders, completed grades 6 & 7
Sunday - Friday sessions
June 20 – 25
July 18 – 23
Aug 8 – 13
Spirit Seekers, completed grades 8 & 9
Sunday - Friday sessions
June 27 – July 2
July 25 – 30
Click here for 2010 Youth Camp Descriptions and Registration Form
Click here for 2010 Youth Camp Registration Form
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FAMILY CAMPS
Weekends
Spend a weekend of quality family time with our Pastors in fellowship with other families. The weekend combines faith time with family free time, and devotions & singing around the campfire. SPIRIT in the Pines is a great place to connect with other families while enjoying swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, outdoor games and more. Sunday worship on the shores of Pleasant Lake is a perfect end to a perfect family weekend.
July 9 – 11, July 16 – 18, July 23 – 25, August 6 – 8, August 13 – 15, August 20 – 22
Preschool Family Weekend
This weekend’s activities will be geared for preschool kids and their families. Come, and connect with others who are experiencing the JOY of 3-5 year olds. Your kids may even see a current preschool or daycare classmate or make friends with a future one!
June 18 – 20
July 4th Family Week
Join the camp staff for 5 days and 4 nights of relaxation, and fellowship. There will be campfires, fun activities for all ages, Bible study, and of course plenty of time to just hang out at camp with your family. 4th of July boat parade, special dinner and fabulous local fireworks are an added bonus. What could be better than a family get-a-way to Spirit in the Pines?! Why not invite another family to join you!
July 2 – 6
Click here for 2010 Family Camp descriptions & registration form
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RETREATS
Men's Retreat
May 21 – 23
The weekend officially begins on Friday with a 7:00pm dinner at camp. Saturday will be devoted to work projects, followed by a top-notch steak dinner! Evenings provide time for fellowship, devotions, snacks and fun. Brunch and lakeside worship end our time together. Invite your friends to enjoy the fellowship and fun at camp!
High School Retreat
June 13 – 15
What better way to start your summer than to spend a few days at camp with just you and your friends! We’ll have some great fun and games, wonderful campfires, and will do a few projects around the camp. The camp staff is super excited for this time to hang out and have fun with you! All 2009–10 high school sophomores, juniors and seniors are invited. Grab your friends and join the fun!
College Age Retreat
June 11 – 13
This weekend will be all about college students. For many of you camp has been an important part of your life and faith for many years. Come, spend a weekend before you head back to school…play some old camp games, hang out and enjoy old amp; new friends.
Women's Retreat
Body, Mind and Spirit in the Pines
October 1 – 3
This weekend is for you to rest, refresh, and renew. You’ll have lots of free/quiet time to choose to read, walk, take a nap, visit with friends old and new, and indulge in a hobby and great food. Other activities include campfires & Sunday worship, Bible study and break out sessions.
Click here for 2010 Retreats information & registration form
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Youth Camp Volunteers
High School & College age Counselors and High School age Counselors–In–Training are needed for each youth camp session. Contact Burke Hancer by March 1 @ 952-937-2776 ext 16. Students currently in 11th grade or above are eligible to be Counselors, and students currently in 10th grade are eligible to be CIT's.
Health Care Volunteer needed for each youth camp session. Experience first-hand the power of the Holy Spirit as you help care for the physical (Band-Aids & meds) and emotional (nurturing) needs of our youth campers and counselors. You have the option to volunteer with family members if desired, and you’ll have some free time to enjoy the camp and surroundings. Now is the time to make your summer plans!
Contact Burke Hancer with questions @ 952-937-2776 ext 16.
Click here for a Health Care Volunteer Registration Form
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FAMILY WORK WEEKENDS
Camp Opening
April 30 – May 2
Memorial Weekend
May 28 – 31
Camp Closing
October 8 – 10
These scheduled times during the spring and fall offer a great chance for families to fellowship with friends old and new, while accomplishing needed tasks at camp. There are jobs for all ages and abilities. No cost to attend. Group potluck meals. Sign up early, as weekends do fill. Contact Burke Hancer at 952-937-2776 ext 16 or bhancer@standrewlu.org
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Work Project Volunteers
Weekend Maintenance Volunteers
Perform minor cabin repairs--screens, light bulbs, etc.
No cost to attend, stay at camp, most meals included.
Contact Burke with your interest in specific projects 952-937-2776 ext 16.
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How to Register
Members of St. Andrew Church register beginning on:
Sunday, February 14, 2010, 3:00 – 5:00pm
At St. Andrew Fellowship Hall
Non-Members of St. Andrew register beginning on:
Sunday, February 28, 2010, 3:00 – 5:00pm
At St. Andrew Fellowship Hall
- Complete one registration form for each camp and attach deposit: $100 for Youth & Family Camps, $25 for Retreats. Separate checks per registration, please. Make checks payable to “St. Andrew Lutheran Church” and write the camper’s name and camp date on the check front.
- Registrations will be received on a first come first served basis. Any registrations received in the mail or at St. Andrew prior to the above dates and times will be processed in the order received AFTER registration.
- On registration day, you may register your entire family at the same time. If you are unable to register in person, you may send a friend in your place. However, each person in line may only register for one family.
- Registration numbers will NOT be distributed as in past years. Numbered chairs will be set up in Fellowship Hall in lieu of standing in line. In fairness to all, please plan to remain at St. Andrew once you take your place in line. At 3pm registrations will be taken in order of arrival, and will proceed very quickly.
- Registration continues after the above registration days. Bring your completed registrations & deposits (or full payment if within 30 days of camp) to the Camp Table located either in the Narthex or in Fellowship Hall at St. Andrew, or mail to:
St. Andrew Lutheran Church
Attn: Camp Registrar
13600 Technology Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
- Many camps will fill during the February registration days. Waiting lists will be started for camps which fill. If you are on the waiting list, your deposit will not be cashed until a space becomes available. You will be notified by phone when an opening occurs.
For questions and to check camp availability
Call Burke Hancer at 952-937-2776 ext 16 (before June 1)
Call Camp Registrar at 952-937-2776 ext 67 (after June 1)
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What Happens after Registration?
† Shortly after registration, you will receive a confirmation letter via email confirming camp session, deposit received, balance due, and forms & payment due date.
† For Youth Camps, the Parent/Camper Handbook includes all the details of camp. It's available on the website and will be emailed to you in March. If your child’s most recent physical exam was before June 1, 2008, you must see your doctor prior to attending camp. Now is a good time to make the appointment.
† All forms are due to St. Andrew by May 15 and final payments no later than one month prior to camp. We welcome early forms and payments! Forms are available on the website and paper copies are available at St. Andrew. Completed forms can be mailed or faxed (952-937-2777) to St. Andrew, Attention Camp Registrar, or sent electronically to sperkins@standrewlu.org.
† Family Camp final payments are due one month before camp. You will receive a letter prior to camp giving cabin assignment and all the details of camp, including packing suggestions and camp schedule.
Cancellations
Camp fees are refundable. We invite you to designate a portion of your camp fees as a tax-deductible donation if you must cancel. As a courtesy to others, please notify the camp office as soon as possible if cancellation is necessary. Thank you!
Financial Assistance
Scholarship funds are available to campers and families in need of assistance. Complete a Scholarship Request Form and return it to Burke Hancer, Camping Minister, at St. Andrew by April 1, 2010. All requests received will be considered based on funds availability. All requests will be kept confidential. Click here for a Scholarship Request Form
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Important Phone Numbers
Camping Minister:
Burke Hancer
952-937-2776 ext. 16 at Church
218-675-5646 SPIRIT in the PINES (6/1 - 8/21)
612-239-1212 (cell phone)
Camp Registrars:
Sandy Perkins and Kathy Williams
952-937-2776 ext. 67
All camp messages left after church hours, please punch in ext. 67
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Wish List
Click here for a printer-friendly version of the Wish List.
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Here is an opportunity to support SPIRIT in the PINES Camp through donations.
Designated monetary gifts are also welcome. Thank you for your continued support!
Contact Camping Minister Burke Hancer at 952-937-2776 ext 16 bhancer@standrewlu.org
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These items will be used throughout the camp:
• full/queen sleeper sofas/futons
• 12 canoe paddles – 6 short, 6 regular
• 2 outboard motors, 6-10 horsepower
• 30 Adult Life Jackets--vest style (12 XL, 6 L, 6 M, 6 S)
• Trees to plant
• New dock, 70 - 80 foot
• 1-2 Paddleboats, 1-2 Canoes
• Underdeck for screen porch
• 12" Portable fans for cabins
• 6 walkie talkies (12+ mile range)
• Weber Charcoal Grills, standard size
• Vacuum Cleaners for Lodge
• Brooms/Dust Pans
• Anchor Rope, Anchors
• Heavy duty picnic tables
• Outdoor ½ log benches
• Climbing Helmets to be purchased--4 lg/med, 4 med/sm
• Various hand & power tools and equipment - always needed
• Hose holders (2)
• King size grill
• A.E.D. (Automated External Defibrillator)
• Basketballs, Kick balls
• Air compressor (larger size on wheels)
Arts & Crafts Supplies
• Assorted Markers, thick & thin point
• Small sponge brushes
• 1" Masking tape
• Crepe Paper rolls – all colors
• Acrylic Paint – all colors
• Cross Stitch Floss – all colors
• White Tag Board
• Construction Paper – white
Cleaning Supplies
• Multi surface cleaner
• Toilet bowl cleaner
• Pine Sol Cleaner liquid or equivalent
• Clorox Wipes or equivalent
• Liquid antibacterial hand soap
First Aid Supplies
• Fabric bandaids (1” size)
• XL knee & elbow bandaids
• 3 oz. paper cups
• Ace bandages (all sizes)
• Air activated Heat pads (neck/shoulder size)
• Medicine dose cups
• Antiseptic wash
• Non-latex gloves (L-XL)
• Antibiotic wipes
• 45spf sunscreen
• Children’s chewable acetaminophen
• Children’s chewable Motrin (Ibuprophen)
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Directions to SPIRIT in the Pines
- Take 494 North to 94 West.
- Take 94 West past Rogers and Monticello to the Clear Lake/Clearwater exit - exit 178.
- Take a RIGHT and continue on across the river to Hwy 10.
- Take HWY 10 West (LEFT) through St. Cloud, Royalton and Little Falls.
- After Little Falls, stay in the right two lanes and veer onto Hwy 371 North to Brainerd.
- Take the new 371 through Baxter, not the business route through Brainerd.
- Stay on 371 past Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Jenkins, Pine River and Backus.
- Approximately 4.2 miles past Backus, you will see County Road 45 (Pleasant Lake Road).
- Take a RIGHT onto Co. Rd. 45 and continue for about 2 miles.
- Take a LEFT at the camp sign and drive into the property.
SPIRIT in the PINES Camp
2973 Co. Rd 45 NW, Hackensack, MN 56452
Telephone: 218-675-5646 (June - August)
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