2016 Camping Booklet - GPNW Mission Center

YOU ARE WELCOME
• Want to feel valued and accepted for who you are?
• Want to be empowered to live out your discipleship in
new and exciting ways?
• Want to experience inclusive, relevant ministry
focused on your age group?
• Want to draw into a deeper relationship with God
and others while learning about the teachings of Jesus
Christ?
• Want to experience a community that loves to sing,
laugh, play, and worship together?
Inside:
Youth Camps.....................2-5
Youth Camp Financial Aid Form............6
Youth Camp Registration Form...........7-8
Reunions..................................9-12
Reunion Registration Form..........13-14
Campground
Directions.......................................15
CaRAVAN & SPEC.............................16
You are invited to attend our camping ministry events
this summer. We offer three reunions (camps) for families
of all kinds, as well as one for single adults. We also
offer eleven youth camp experiences for elementary,
junior high, and senior high youth throughout the Pacific
Northwest.
You are invited to browse through this brochure to get
more information about the camps and reunions that we
offer. Register today to reserve your spot!
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ELEMENTARY
Elementary camps offer an introductory experience to allow
children to learn more about their relationships with God,
Jesus, and others. They are taught basic Christian values of
love, respect, and kindness, as well as how to live in community with others. Elementary camps offer an opportunity for
fun through nature, crafts, games, and team building.
CAMP GENESIS @ SAMISH
June 3, 7:15 pm-June 5, 12 noon; Entering Grades 3-4
Theme: “My Father’s House”
Do you like outdoor games, singing, crafts, nature hikes,
good food, and having fun with friends? Join us for an exciting weekend at Camp Genesis, where we will explore what
it means to belong to God and each other as God’s children.
• Early Bird Fee: $90 if registered by May 9 or
• Registration Fee: $105 by May 23 Registration Deadline
Director Christine Campbell: 360-306-5501
[email protected]
KIDS CAMP @ REMOTE
July 31, 3 pm-August 3, 12 noon; Entering Grades 3-5
Theme: “Insight Out: Who Does God Know You Are?”
Based on the popular movie (Inside Out), we’ll explore the
joy, sadness, fear, and anger we each have inside; how they
help and hurt us to feel God’s presence; and how to choose
the paths through life God would want most for us.
• Early Bird Fee: $120 if registered by July 5 or
• Registration Fee: $160 by July 18 Registration Deadline
Director Eric Blickenstaff: 541-224-6525
[email protected]
CAMP MUNGAI @ SAMISH
CAMP ZARAHEMLA @ LEWIS RIVER
July 26, 5 pm-July 30, 3 pm; Entering Grades 3-6
Theme: “Fruit of the Spirit”
We’ll have great classes, worships, and fun playing games,
doing crafts, and singing songs that will help us learn how to
be more like Jesus. Circle the date and plan to join new and
old friends in a fun-filled camp experience.
• Early Bird Fee: $155 if registered by June 28 or
• Registration Fee: $195 by July 12 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Dar Hudlow: 503-409-6646
Co-Director Deborah Johnson: 360-747-1333
[email protected]
August 14, 4 pm-August 20, 12 noon; Entering Grades 5-6
Theme: “Let the Spirit”
Let the Spirit surround you as you enjoy a week full of
friendship, worship, games, crafts, swimming, fun, and lots
more!
• Early Bird Fee: $270 if registered by July 18 or
• Registration Fee: $310 by August 1 Registration Deadline
Director Mollee Holt: 253-736-4180
[email protected]
JUNIOR HIGH
Junior High camps offer a rich experience of growing
in relationship with God and Jesus. At a time when
kids start to question their understandings, our Junior
High camps provide a safe, loving place to address
their questions and thoughts. The Gospel of Jesus
Christ is taught in such a way that the campers learn about
a loving God who does not judge, but offers grace. At Junior
High camp, they learn that a relationship with their Creator
can be fun, as well as transformational.
JR. HIGH BOYS CAMP @ HOSMER LAKE
July 10, 10 am-July 15, 6 pm; Boys Entering Grades 7-9
Theme: “Be Men of Courage”
Be on your guard; stand firm in your faith; BE MEN OF
COURAGE; be strong. Let all you do be done in LOVE
(I Corinthians 16:13-14). Tents, camp fire, acceptance, friends,
canoes, mountains, fishing, swimming, love, Christ.
• Early Bird Fee: $199 if registered by June 13 or
• Registration Fee: $239 by June 27 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Russ Roberts: 503-278-6461
Co-Director Andrew Hagman: 503-867-2649
[email protected]
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JR. HIGH GIRLS CAMP @ LEWIS RIVER
July 25, 3 pm-July 30, 12 noon; Girls Entering Grades 7-9
Theme: “I Am”
This week will focus on self-discovery, self-confidence and
self-assurance. How do you finish the sentence, “I am...?” Our
positive environment created by our attentive staff will lovingly guide each of our girls through a process that will build
their own self-knowledge, as well as develop their relationship with God. God finished the sentence, “I am that I am.”
What strength can we find in that? I am light. I am worthy. I
am strong. I am brave. I am whole. I am enough. I am loved.
• Early Bird Fee: $199 if registered by June 27 or
• Registration Fee: $239 by July 11 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Ashley Whitham: 360-521-4562
Co-Director Maria Keesee: 360-944-6182
[email protected]
CAMP CHIMACUM @ SAMISH
JR. HIGH CAMP @ REMOTE
July 17, 3 pm-July 23, 12 noon; Boys & Girls Entering Grades 6-8
Theme: “Let Your Light Shine”
Live your life with light in your heart and sharing the light of Christ.
• Early Bird Fee: $205 if registered by June 20 or
• Registration Fee: $245 by July 5 Registration Deadline
Director Stan Simonsen: 541-942-5935
[email protected]
CAMP KLUANE @ SAMISH
July 24, 4 pm-July 30, 12 noon; Girls Entering Grades 7-9
Theme: “CAUTION: Roadwork Ahead!”
Life is a journey, right? Whether it’s “smooth sailing” or “rough
terrain,” the journey is filled with twists, turns, potholes, and unexpected off-ramps. Come and explore some ideas about how
we can navigate that road called “life” and learn some tools to
make it the most exciting journey you’ll ever experience!
• Early Bird Fee: $295 if registered by June 27 or
• Registration Fee: $335 by July 11 Registration Deadline
Director Kim Naten: 360-748-3562
[email protected]
July 31, 4 pm-Aug. 6, 12 noon; Boys Entering Grades 7-9
Theme: “Peace, Love, and Ping Pong”
Join us for a wild week of games, hiking, canoeing, swimming,
and great food! Come share in the Chimalympic Spirit as we
get to know God, one another, and the wonderful smells that
are created when guys share a cabin for a week. Intrigued?
Good! See you there!
• Early Bird Fee: $295 if registered by July 5 or
• Registration Fee: $335 by July 18 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Mark Chapman: 360-420-6369
Co-Director Erik Skoor: 425-238-9714
[email protected]
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SENIOR HIGH
Senior High camps further the deepening of the connection with
self, others, and God. Campers are taught to have an awareness
and appreciation of the blessings they experience. Our Senior
High camps provide a safe place to struggle with the complexities of life, while nurturing personal and communal growth.
There is a focus on disciple formation by learning more fully
about scripture, mission, and the nature of God.
SR. HIGH CAMP @ REMOTE
July 9, 3 pm-July 16, 12 noon; Entering Grades 9-2016 grads
Theme: “Ignite Your Passion for Christ”
Join us and expect your faith to be ignited by God’s Spirit!
Remote’s creek walk, Mike’s amazing slip ‘n’ slide, and
an Old West hoedown are just a few of the fun activities planned for you! Make new friends and renew lasting
friendships, while sharing in fellowship, classes, campfires
under the stars, and worships that will soften your heart.
• Early Bird Fee: $215 if registered by June 11 or
• Registration Fee: $255 by June 25 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Kristina Kraaz: 541-556-8982
Co-Director Mary Schlenker: 360-383-6781
[email protected]
CAMP KIMTAH @ SAMISH
Aug. 7, 4 pm-Aug. 13, 12 noon; Entering Grades 10-2016 grads
Theme: “Light of the World”
Between campfires, sardines, “Broga,” logbooks, and beach
day, we’ll reflect on what it means to be a light in the darkness of the world. How do we treat our neighbors? How
do we unite each other in community? Is it difficult to stay
positive in tough times? Come and unload your dreams and
concerns. Our banquet will be based on the fairy tale/musical “Into the Woods!”
• Early Bird Fee: $295 if registered by July 11 or
• Registration Fee: $335 by July 25 Registration Deadline
Co-Director Celina Beer: 778-908-0944
Co-Director Dorothy Wilgus: 253-753-3901
[email protected]
FALL YOUTH RETREAT @ LEWIS RIVER
Nov. 18, 7 pm-Nov. 20, 12 noon; Boys & Girls in Grades 8-12
Theme: “Being Guardians of the Galaxy:
Exploring Discipleship in Community”
We will explore generosity concepts and the process of
whole-life stewardship and discipleship as becoming completely God’s in all aspects of self and life – the being and
the doing, individually and as community. We will play late
evening games, go on nature walks, sing, laugh, and worship.
• Early Bird Fee: $65 if registered by October 31 or
• Registration Fee: $80 by Nov. 14 Registration Deadline
Planning Team Lead: Sean Langdon: 425-293-6366
Co-Planner: Jason Keesee: 360-560-7700
Co-Planner: Allison Richardson: 253-226-0502
[email protected]
Registr
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Register and pay online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/camp, or send your
completed registration form and payment to:
Attn: (name of camp)
Community of Christ
PO BOX 60227
Renton, WA 98058
Registration and payment deadline is TWO
WEEKS before camp. Registrations and payments received after the deadline will be accepted at the discretion of the Camp Director.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Each youth camp/retreat offers a discounted
registration fee when the camper registers
and either pays in full or submits a completed
Financial Aid Form with camper’s portion of
payment by the Early Bird deadline.
TWO-FOR-ONE DISCOUNT
We offer a Two-for-One discount for all youth
camps when a GPNW camper brings a friend
who is new to our youth camping program.
Your registration should have your friend’s
name clearly provided where indicated, and
your friend must also register. Online, enter
promotional code “241” for discount. Early Bird
discount can apply to Two-for-One campers
that register and either pay in full or submit a
completed Financial Aid Form with camper’s
portion of payment by the Early Bird deadline.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
We want to make sure every GPNW camper
who wants to attend a youth camp has the
ability to participate. Limited financial aid is
available from the GPNW Mission Center. Be
sure to contact your congregation for potential financial support before requesting assistance from GPNW. A Youth Camp Financial
Aid Form is on page 6. The completed form
and camper’s portion of payment must be
submitted with the Registration Form by the
Early Bird or Registration Deadline.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Please notify the Camp Director of your need
to cancel as soon as possible. Refunds will be
made as follows:
• Before Registration Deadline: 100%
• On or after Registration Deadline, prior
to the start of camp: 2/3
• After start of camp: No refunds
VISITORS AT CAMP
We offer a “closed camp” experience at our
youth camps. There are to be no visitors unless
recruited by the Camp Director. This includes
youth who cannot attend the whole week
but want to drop in for part of the day. Visitors cause disruption to the camp experience
and create potential safety concerns.
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SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS
Parents of special needs campers must
contact the Camp Director prior to registration to discuss arrangements for a possible
attendant (who must be a registered youth
worker). Because we have volunteer staff, the
camping program is not equipped to provide
trained assistants. We want to be inclusive
in our camping program, and also want to
provide a safe and secure environment for
our campers.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation to and from camp is provided
by the parent/guardian. If your child is sent
home for behavior or health concerns, it will
be the responsibility of the parent/guardian
to arrange transportation from the campground in a timely, efficient manner.
Campers should arrive and depart camp
according to published times. Late arrival or
early departure will not typically be allowed,
as they are disruptive to the camp experience. If you have special circumstances, seek
the Camp Director’s approval in advance.
PERSONAL ITEMS
The camp and Mission Center are not responsible for any lost or stolen items at camp.
MEDICATIONS
All medications must be listed on the registration form. Prescribed medications must be
in the container dispensed by the pharmacy,
with pharmacy instructions intact. Over-thecounter medications must be in the original
manufacturer’s container, labeled with the
camper’s name and specific instructions. All
medications stay with the Camp Nurse in a
secure location.
WHAT NOT TO BRING
Weapons of any kind, illegal drugs, alcohol,
marijuana, bad attitude, inappropriate
reading material, foul language, large
electronics such as laptop and gaming
systems, and large amounts of cash. It is
also discouraged to bring snacks including candy & gum, and smaller electronics
such as iPods, cell phones, etc. These items
may be confiscated at the Camp Director’s
discretion.
WHAT TO BRING
BEDDING:
q Sleeping bag
q Pillow
CLOTHES:
q Jeans or other long pants
q T-shirts
q Shorts
q Modest swimsuit(s)
q Jacket/Sweatshirt
q Pajamas
q Underwear
q Socks
q Sturdy walking/hiking shoes (closedtoe), sandals
TOILETRIES:
q Towels, washcloths
q Soap
q Shampoo
q Deodorant/antiperspirant
q Comb or brush
q Toothbrush and toothpaste
q Sunscreen
q Insect repellent
q Lip balm
SPECIAL ITEMS:
q Bible
q Flashlight & batteries
q Camera
q Alarm clock
CAMP MUNGAI @ SAMISH:
q Plaint white t-shirt
q Boots/shoes that can get wet/muddy
CAMP CHIMACUM @ SAMISH:
q Internal or external frame backpack
q Warm clothing for overnight stay in the
mountains (jacket, long pants, etc.)
q Fishing poles welcome
CAMP KIMTAH @ SAMISH:
q Medieval costume
KIDS CAMP @ REMOTE:
q Water shoes
q An item to tie dye.
JR. HIGH CAMP @ REMOTE:
q T-shirt to tie dye
SR. HIGH CAMP @ REMOTE:
q Instruments
q Country western attire for the dance
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2016 YOUTH CAMP & RETREAT FINANCIAL AID FORM
2016 YOUTH CAMP & RETREAT FINANCIAL AID FORM
Families sometimes need financial assistance, and we want to make sure that every GPNW camper who wants to attend a
youth camp or retreat has the ability to participate. Limited financial aid is available. We offer assistance FIRST COME, FIRST
SERVED. For the best opportunity to receive financial help, submit your Registration Form and Financial Aid Form early!
(Spectacular/IYF and Caravan have a separate process. If you need financial assistance for these, contact the event director.)
There are four ways to receive financial assistance for GPNW youth camps and retreats:
1.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Each youth camp/retreat offers a discounted registration fee when the camper registers and
either pays in full or submits a completed Financial Aid Form with camper’s portion of payment by the Early Bird deadline.
2.
TWO-FOR-ONE DISCOUNT: We offer a Two-for-One discount for all youth camps/retreats when a GPNW camper
brings a friend who is new to our Community of Christ GPNW youth camping/retreat program. To qualify for a camp,
friend must never have attended any GPNW camp. To qualify for a retreat, friend must never have attended any GPNW
retreat. Your online registration or Registration Form should have your friend’s name clearly provided where indicated,
and your friend must also submit a registration. Online, enter promotional code “241” for discount. Early Bird discount can
apply to Two-for-One campers that register and either pay in full or submit a completed Financial Aid Form with camper’s
portion of payment by the Early Bird deadline.
3.
CONGREGATIONAL FUNDS: Contact your congregation’s Pastor or Financial Officer to see if funds are available to
help send you to a youth camp or youth retreat, before requesting assistance from the Mission Center. Many congregations
have designated funds for this purpose.
To be completed by Congregational Pastor or Financial Officer:
Attention Congregation Pastor or Financial Officer: Please complete the following and return this form to the camper.
Camper must submit this form with their Registration Form at least one month prior to camp/retreat for the Early Bird
Fee or two weeks prior to camp/retreat for the Registration Fee. Keep a copy for the congregation’s records.
The congregation’s payment must be submitted to the Mission Center (see address in the box to the right below) no later
than August 31—earlier if possible. Be sure to include the name of the participant and camp/retreat on the check.
Name of Congregation:
Name of Participant the Congregation is Supporting:
Name of Camp/Retreat/Event:
Amount of Agreed-upon Congregational Support:
Pastor or CFO Signature:
Date:
4.
MISSION CENTER FUNDS
Financial assistance may be requested from the Mission Center by filling out the form below and sending this whole page
to the address in the box to the right below. Be sure to keep a copy for your records. All campers requesting financial
assistance are expected to pay a portion of the registration fee, if at all possible.
To be completed by Camper:
Please fill in the following and send this form to the address in the box to the
right, along with your Registration Form and your payment portion, at least
one month prior to the camp/retreat for the Early Bird Fee or two weeks prior
to the camp/retreat for the regular Registration Fee.
Name of Participant:
Name of Camp/Retreat:
Registration fee (Early Bird?):
$
Subtract Two-for-One discount:
-$
Subtract amount you are able to pay:
-$
Equals subtotal
=$
Subtract approved Congregational Funds
-$
Equals Mission Center Funds requested
=$
Mail Registration Form, Financial
Aid Form, and payments to:
Attn: (name of camp/retreat)
Community of Christ
PO BOX 60227
Renton, WA 98058
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If you have questions about the
process, please contact your youth
camp/retreat director or:
Sean Langdon,
Camping Ministries Director
425-293-6366
[email protected]
2016 YOUTH CAMP & RETREAT REGISTRATION FORM
2016 YOUTH CAMP & RETREAT REGISTRATION FORM
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GPNW Campers:
1. Register and pay online at www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/camp or
2. Complete this form in full on both sides and mail to: Attn: (name of camp), Community of Christ, P.O. BOX 60227, Renton WA 98058.
Include the Early Bird Fee or full Registration Fee, depending on your submittal date. Make separate checks for separate camps, payable to
“Community of Christ.”
 I plan to use the Two-for-One discount. Friend’s name: __________________________ (To qualify, friend never attended a GPNW camp.)
 My congregation is helping to pay for part, or all, of my registration fee. (Attach Financial Aid Form.)
 I am applying for GPNW Mission Center financial assistance. (Attach Financial Aid Form.)
CWMC Campers: Complete this form on both sides and mail to: Attn: (name of camp), Community of Christ, P.O. BOX 60227, Renton WA 98058.
CAMP REMOTE:
LEWIS RIVER:
SAMISH ISLAND:
OTHER:
CAMP SELECTION
 KIDS CAMP
 JR HIGH CAMP
 SR HIGH CAMP
 CAMP ZARAHEMLA  JR HIGH BOYS
 JR HIGH GIRLS
 FALL SR. HIGH RETREAT
 GENESIS
 MUNGAI
 KLUANE
 CHIMACUM
 KIMTAH
 Name/Date/Location of retreat/activity:__________________________________________________________________
CAMPER AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Name:
Age:
Camper’s Home Phone:
Date of
birth:
Camper’s Cell Phone:
Address:
City:
 Male
 Female
Camper’s Email:
State/Province:
 High school graduate or
 Entering Grade: _______
Zip:
Roommate Preference:
Religious Affiliation:
Name of Custodial Parent
or Legal Guardian:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Home Church:
Name of Additional Parent,
Legal Guardian or Next of Kin:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Parent Email:
Parent Email:
I hereby give permission for the following people, other than parents/guardians listed above, to pick up camper (please list):
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION: These persons will be contacted if parents/guardians are not available.
Name 1:
City:
Address:
State/Province:
Zip:
Phone:
Email:
Name 2:
Address:
City:
Phone:
State/Province:
Zip:
Relationship:
Relationship:
Email:
CONSENT AND RELEASE
Photo Release: In consideration of the right of the aforementioned applicant to participate in this activity, I hereby give consent to and authorize the
taking of photographs or videotapes in which the applicant may appear. I hereby waive all right of privacy in and to any said pictures or videotapes.
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
Activity Consent: I specifically consent to my applicant’s participation in activities offered by this camp, including, but not limited to, camping,
boating, canoeing, swimming, hiking, body surfing and sporting activities. I have marked through any items from the preceding list to which I do
not give consent for participation. I certify that my applicant has the necessary skills to participate in any of the approved activities. (If boating is
approved, the camper can swim.) I specifically DO NOT want my applicant to participate in the following activities:
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
Transportation Consent: We understand that some activities involved in by this camp may require travel to other locations. All transportation
during this youth camp will be provided by camp staff or people designated by them. All drivers of vehicles will be licensed and over the age
of 21. We understand that most transportation will be in privately owned vehicles that are in good condition and considered safe.
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
Liability Release: The undersigned parent, legal guardian, next of kin, or participant acknowledges that even though every effort is made to provide a safe, accident-free environment, incidents may occur. In consideration for being accepted by Greater Pacific NW Mission Center, Community of Christ for participation in this event, we (I) being 21 years of age or older, do for ourselves (myself) (and on behalf of my child-participant, if
said child is not 21 years of age or older) hereby release forever, discharge, and agree to hold harmless the aforementioned camp and Community
of Christ and the directors thereof from any and all liability, claims, or damage for personal injury, illness, or death, as well as property damage
and expenses of any nature whatsoever which may be incurred by the undersigned and the child-participant that occur while said child is participating in this event. Furthermore, we (I) (and on behalf of our [my] child-participant if under the age of 21 years) hereby assume all risk of personal injury, sickness, death, damage, and expense as a result of participation in recreating and work activities involved therein. Further, authorization and permission is hereby given to said organization to furnish any necessary transportation, food, lodging for this participant. The undersigned further agrees to hold harmless and indemnify said organization, its directors, employees, and agents, for any liability sustained by said
organization as the result of negligent, willful or intentional acts of said participant, including expenses incurred attendant thereto.
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
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Camper Name:
Date of Birth:
CAMPER EXPECTATIONS
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6.
Parent Phone:
Attend the entire camp without interruption, unless the director and parent/legal guardian approves special circumstances.
Live by the rules, schedules, and purposes of the camp.
Live by the health, safety and property care rules of the campground.
Leave all large electronics at home, and follow the rules for the use of smaller electronics as set by the camp director.
Not possess or use tobacco products, marijuana, alcohol, or illegal drugs at camp.
Be courteous and respectful of others and their property. This includes refraining from engaging in pranks, especially those that embarrass others and/or harm personal property or campground property.
7. Use appropriate language that respects the worth of all people.
8. Participate in work assignments.
9. Dress in an appropriate way that maintains personal dignity and the dignity of others.
10. Do your best to be a good camper and make the camp a positive experience for all campers and staff.
I have shared these expectations with my child, and they commit to fulfilling them. I understand that failing to follow them may result in my child being sent
home. If that happens, I will be responsible for immediately picking up my child from camp or making arrangements for this to occur in a timely manner.
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
General health condition:
Date:
HEALTH INFORMATION
 Excellent  Good  Fair  Poor
Date of last tetanus vaccination:
Is camper currently under a physician’s care for any acute or chronic medical condition?
If yes, please explain:
Personal physician:
 Yes
 No
Phone number:
Hospital/clinic of choice:
Health Insurance Provider:
Health Insurance Provider Phone:
Policy Holder’s Name:
Policy #:
Group #:
Does camper require prescription medications? (Include dosage instructions and any other helpful information.):
Does camper carry non-prescription medication? (Please list medication(s) and purpose.):
Are there any medications that should not be given? (Tylenol, throat lozenge, laxative, etc.):
Allergies - environmental, food or medicine (if none, please so state):
Special Dietary Restrictions (if none, please so state):
Camp Activity Restrictions:  None  Strenuous activities  Swimming  Other (describe):
Describe recent or major illnesses, injuries, surgeries, or exposure to contagious or infections disease (please include dates):
Girls: Has menstruation begun?  Yes  No
If no, has she been told about it?  Yes  No
Does camper have any history of, or is he/she currently being treated for, the following:
 Anemia
 Appendicitis
 Arthritis
 Asthma
 Athlete’s Foot
 Bronchitis  Diabetes
 Digestive disorder  Epilepsy/seizures  Fainting
 Fractures
 Heart condition
 Hepatitis  Hernia
 High blood pressure  HIV
 Hypoglycemia  Kidney trouble
 Low blood pressure  Nervous disorder
 Skin disease
 Skin ulcer
 Sore throats
 Tonsillitis
Other: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________
If yes to any of the above, please explain:
Please check any of the following conditions that apply to the camper:
 Homesickness
 Cramps  Toothaches
 Hearing problems  Bed Wetting
 Stomachaches
 Diarrhea  Nosebleeds
 Vision problems
 Constipation  Frequent Colds
 Recent emotional upset (death of loved one, divorce of parents, etc.); please explain:
 Headaches
 Earaches
 Fainting
 Sleepwalking
 Swimmer’s ear
Please describe any other medical, emotional, psychological, dietary or physical condition that could affect the applicant’s experience at camp:
Permission for Medical Treatment: I, the undersigned (parent or legal guardian), hereby authorize any necessary medical treatment for the
applicant/myself. I also guarantee all payment of all charges incurred during this medical treatment.
X Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
FAMILY REUNION
@ LEWIS RIVER
June 26, 2:30 pm
to July 1, 12 noon
Enjoy the renewal of friendships and the wide range of ages
joining in fun and fellowship at Lewis River Reunion! Celebrate the new campground improvements, especially the
central playground area and the growing interest of the
tepee camp on the hill. For the adventurous, explore the
waterfalls up the hill or swim in the river below. Families
gather around the creek while children and grandchildren
play with glee, teens reconnect to old friends, and adults
gather for chats under a tree - all are part of the week’s
experience. Music, laughter, learning, new opportunities for
discipleship, sharing one’s heart: are all possibilities within
the week experience.
Activities
Reunion highlights include empowering worships, meaningful sharing, engaging classes, and a Wednesday night
barbecue and talent show. A Tuesday afternoon meeting with the Lewis River Campground Association is open
to all. Campfires, youth evening activities, and afternoon
recreation are just a few things that are scheduled to create
community within the reunion experience.
Rules and Reminders
All youth under 21 must stay in same cabin, tent or RV
with parent/guardian or director-approved sponsor. Please
remember NO PETS, smoking, alcohol, marijuana, or illegal
drugs on the grounds. Please keep electronic devices to a
minimum. All persons physically able will be required to
participate in daily chores.
Director
Christie Ostendorp: 503-287-7373
[email protected]
To Register
Please send registration form and check for full payment or
$30 deposit by Tuesday, May 31 to:
Sue Fardell
10 Country Club Drive
Longview, WA 98632
Payment may also be made online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/reunions.
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WORLD CHURCH MINISTRY
BARBARA CARTER
High Priest Barbara is a member of
the Council of Twelve Apostles assigned to the Southeast USA Mission
Field, Ecumenical and Interfaith Ministries, Spectacular, and the International Youth Forum. Barbara previously served as Apostle-designate and
Field Apostolic Assistant for the North
East USA Mission Field and was President of the Sierra Pacific USA Mission
Center and San Francisco Bay Stake. She was Bishop for the
South Central States Region and Stewardship Commissioner
for the Southeast Region.
A native of Lincoln City, Oregon, Barbara received a
bachelor’s degree in psychology from Graceland College, a
master’s degree in religion from Park College (Missouri), and
a master’s degree in counseling from Wichita State University (Kansas).
MISSION CENTER MINISTRY
PAM CRESS
Evangelist Pam Cress is our Mission
Center Adult Formation Minister.
She has a master’s degree in education and speech-language pathology
from Wichita State University and is
completing her final year of spiritual
director training with Christos Center of
Spiritual Formation in Lino Lakes, MN.
Pam has served the church as Coordinator of Wholeness
Ministries, providing pastoral care and support to 50 congregations, as Mission Center President
for two jurisdictions, and as a bi-vocational pastor for many years. She is
passionate about deepening discipleship and equipping leaders for mission.
MARY RICHARDSON
Mary serves as our Mission Center Music Specialist. She holds the priesthood
office of Seventy.
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Are you ready for summer 2016? We hope Samish Family
Reunion is in your plans! You won’t want to miss out on this
week of fellowship, renewing friendships, and fabulous food!
Some of the highlights:
• Communion Service
• Salmon dinner on Thursday evening
• Horseshoes, volleyball, canoeing, baseball - all the fun
you can get in a week
• Evening campfires and fellowship
• Is someone you know ready to be baptized? Samish is
the perfect setting!
Fill out those registrations and get them in early!
Rules and Reminders
• All youth/young adults under the age of 21 must have
a parent or sponsor over the age of 30 and must stay
with their sponsor, who is responsible for their whereabouts and behavior after lights out.
• All persons physically able must participate in a daily
work assignment.
• Please remember NO PETS, smoking, alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs.
• Please keep electronic devices to a minimum.
• Bring insect repellent and protective clothing.
• If you are considering an E-cabin, please note that you
will probably have a roommate. Director will make
those arrangements for you unless you indicate who
you would like to room with.
Director
Cindie Ellwanger: 253-333-0010
[email protected]
To Register
Please send registration form and check for full payment or
$30 deposit by Sunday, June 19 to:
Cindie Ellwanger
Attn.: Samish Reunion
30442 101st Place SE
Auburn, WA 98092
Payment may also be made online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/reunions.
FAMILY REUNION
@ SAMISH
July 10, 2 pm
to July 16, 12 noon
WORLD CHURCH MINISTRY
zac harmon-mclaughlin
Zac Harmon-McLaughlin is the Sierra Pacific Mission Center
President and serves as missionary coordinator for the
Eastern Great Lakes Mission Center. He holds the priesthood
office of Seventy.
Zac received a bachelor’s degree in
religion from Graceland University
and a master’s degree in religion from
Community of Christ Seminary.
katie harmonmclaughlin
Katie serves Community of Christ as
a Spiritual Formation Minister. Here
interests and expertise include spiritual
formation and mission, ecological and
feminist theologies, peace and justice, wholeness and spiritual growth, and preaching/teaching. Katie is a High Priest.
MISSION CENTER MINISTRY
mike bessonette
Mike is our Mission Center President.
He grew up in Baker, Oregon and
earned a bachelor’s degree from
Graceland College, a master’s from
Southern Oregon State College,
and did administrative course work
through the University of Oregon.
Mike retired after 33 years in education - 11 teaching and 22 as an administrator. He coached for 20 of those
years.
Mike has served the church in numerous roles, including pastor, district
president, and on the staff of camps
and Spectacular. Mike is a High Priest.
stacie simmons bates
Stacie is a High Priest and serves the
Mission Center as a Congregational
Support Minister and as a member of
the Mission Center President’s Leadership Team.
FAMILY REUNION
@ REMOTE
august 6, 2 pm
to august 12, 12 noon
Come and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Camp Remote while
experiencing the ministry, fellowship, great food and fun that
Remote Family Reunion offers. We anticipate a great week
with World Church ministry provided by USA Bishop David
Nii.
Activities
Reunion highlights will include powerful worships, engaging classes for all age groups, inter-generational fellowship
services, lively chats, and MUCH MORE! Plan now to be
baptized in a special worship at reunion this year!
Rules and Reminders
There are no pets, smoking, alcohol, marijuana, or illegal
drugs allowed on the grounds. Violation of these rules may
result in being asked to leave the camp. Thank you for your
cooperation.
Cabins will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
In order to maximize the use of the cabins, we will house
a minimum of four people per large cabin room and two
people in the smaller cabin rooms (all male or all female or
families). Please include any roommate preferences when
registering for reunion. In the event that we do not have
enough space, preference will be given to seniors and families with young children.
If you’d like to sponsor a young adult to attend reunion,
please contact the registrar about that opportunity.
Director
Katie O’Keefe-Knobel: 541-350-3258
[email protected]
To Register
Please send registration form and check for full payment by
Saturday, July 23 to:
Pam Hillers
2194 Dead Indian Memorial Rd.
Ashland, OR 97520
Payment may also be made online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/reunions.
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WORLD CHURCH MINISTRY
DAVID NII
David Nii is Bishop of the USA. He has
also served as Apostolic Assistant for
the Asia, West USA and West Central
USA Mission Fields, President and Financial Officer for the Rocky Mountain
USA Mission Center, Bishop of the Denver Stake, and Stewardship Minister
for the West Central States Region. He
holds the priesthood office of Bishop.
Born in Hilo, Hawaii, David received a bachelor’s degree in
engineering from Harvey Mudd College (California) and a
master’s degree in religion from Park University (Missouri).
He also completed seminar courses in small group facilitation and business management.
MISSION CENTER MINISTRY
MIKE BESSONETTE
Mike is our Mission Center President.
Mike grew up in Baker, Oregon and
earned a bachelor’s degree from
Graceland College, a master’s from
Southern Oregon State College,
and did administrative course work
through the University of Oregon. Mike
retired after 33 years in education - 11
teaching and 22 as an administrator.
He coached for 20 of those years.
Mike has served the church in numerous roles, including pastor, district president, and on the staff of camps and Spectacular. Mike is a High Priest.
BILL MCFARLIN
Bill is a Bishop and serves as an Administrative Support Minister for the
USA Mission Field and as our Mission
Center Financial Officer. Bill’s undergraduate education was at Graceland
College, and he received a doctorate
from Palmer College of Chiropractic.
More recently, he received a master’s
in Christian ministry from Graceland
University (Missouri).
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Singles is a reunion for all single adults, whether single,
widowed or divorced, who enjoy fellowship, recreation
and ministry directed by Community of Christ ministers
and friends. We are a community of singles gathering to
offer friendship and support while sharing meals, worship
and activities in an environment of fellowship infused with
peace, joy, hope and love!
Activities
Enjoy Samish Island Campground for rest, relaxation and
rejuvenation as we walk the labyrinth, view Mt. Baker
while picking blackberries, and play cards and board
games late into the night. We will enjoy worship and theme
classes by Evangelist Pam Cress and classes that will assist
with all of life’s transitions from visiting Life Coach Michele
Frith-Szabo.
Contacts
Susan Webber: 253-370-8840
Tom Webber: 253-320-4474
[email protected]
To Register
Please send registration form and check for full payment or
$25 deposit by Friday, August 12 to:
Susan Webber
PO Box 73902
Puyallup, WA 98373
Payment may also be made online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/reunions.
SINGLES REUNION
@ SAMISH
august 28, 4 pm
to september 1, 12 noon
GUEST MINISTRY
PAM CRESS
Evangelist Pam Cress is our Mission
Center Adult Formation Minister. She
has served as a full-time minister in
Community of Christ for 13 years, most
recently as Spiritual Formation/Disciple Formation Minister for the North
Central USA/Canada Mission Field.
She holds the office of Evangelist.
Pam has a masters’ in education and
speech-language pathology from
Wichita State University. She has completed four units of
clinical pastoral education, attended seminary at Graceland University, and is currently completing her final year
of spiritual director training with Christos Center of Spiritual
Formation in Lino Lakes, MN.
Pam has owned a private practice in speech-language pathology and worked as a certified hospital chaplain. She has
served the church as Coordinator of Wholeness Ministries,
providing pastoral care and support to 50 congregations, as
Mission Center President for two jurisdictions, and as a bivocational pastor for many years. She is passionate about
deepening discipleship and equipping leaders for mission.
Pam and her husband, Eric, have been married for 33
years. They currently share their home with a cat named
Snickle Fritz, who adopted them following hurricane Katrina. They live in the Puget Sound area.
MICHELE FRITH-SZABO
Michele Frith Szabo M.S., is a Certified
Life Coach and Challenge Coordinator
at The Women’s Resource Center of
Sarasota County. She is the program
creator and trainer of the Interpersonal Development Program: Life
Shifting.
Michele has a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Roanoke College (Virginia) and a master’s degree in human
resources from the University of Newcastle (Bangladesh).
She has also lived in Hungary, Indonesia and Malaysia and
has conducted multicultural understanding and diversity
training though cultural acclimation seminars.
2016 REUNION REGISTRATION FORM
REUNION REGISTRATION FORM 2016
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Please complete both sides of this registration form and send to the appropriate Reunion Registrar, listed below.
*Adult 1 or 2 must be a parent or legal guardian of all youth listed. All other youth must have a separate registration form (page 1) completed
and signed by a parent or legal guardian.
REUNION SELECTION – CHECK ONE PER FORM
 LEWIS RIVER
 SAMISH FAMILY
 REMOTE FAMILY
 NORTHWEST SINGLES
Send to: Sue Fardell
10 Country Club Drive
Longview, WA 98632
Send to: Cindie Ellwanger
Send to: Pam Hillers
Send to: Susan Webber
Attn.: Samish Reunion
2194 Dead Indian Memorial Rd. P.O. Box 73902
30442 101st Place SE
Ashland, OR 97520
Puyallup, WA 98373
Auburn, WA 98092
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Name Adult 1:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Name Adult 2:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Name Youth 1*:
Age:
Entering Grade:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Name Youth 2*:
Age:
Entering Grade:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Name Youth 3*:
Age:
Entering Grade:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Name Youth 4*:
Age:
Entering Grade:
Priesthood Office (if applicable):
Full Address:
Phone:
Email Address:
Home Congregation:
Attendance:  Full time  Part time - Specify which days/nights you will attend:
Special lodging concerns/roommate preferences (if applicable):
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Emergency Contact Name:
Emergency Contact Phone:
Name of Physician(s):
Physician(s) Phone:
Name of Insurance Carrier(s):
Insurance Policy Number(s):
MEDICAL INFORMATION (Confidential: Directors, destroy all medical information after the close of camp.)
Do any of the registrants have medical conditions of which we need to be aware? List the condition and to whom it pertains.
Include such conditions as severe allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, etc.:
Is anyone taking medication? List dosage taken and to whom it pertains, or attach a list with this form:
Does anyone have a special dietary need or food allergy? List what and to whom it pertains:
I hereby give my permission for all registrants listed to receive emergency care. In an emergency, the information contained in
this document may be released to qualified medical personnel.
X Signature:
Date:
YOUR MINISTRY
In addition to those chores required of participants, I/we would be willing to help with (please list first name of applicable family member):
 Serving Meals (required at some
 Worship–Name:
 Teach/help w/class–Name:
reunions)–Name:
 Presiding–Name:
 Children/Nursery–Name:
 Other (please specify, including name):  Campfire–Name:
 Special Music–Name:
 Recreation–Name:
 Vocal  Instrument:
NOTICE
The Greater Pacific Northwest (USA) Mission Center photographs and videotapes portions of our events to enhance the effectiveness of our
communications, both to our current members and as an outreach tool in communities our Mission Center serves. We may use this technology
in a variety of ways that may include the preparation and distribution of DVDs, as well as posting all or portions of our events on our website.
We are providing this notice so that you are aware of this activity. Participation in our events presumes your permission for us to use your
image in future communications. If you have questions, comments or concerns, please contact the Mission Center President or Financial Officer.
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2016 REUNION REGISTRATION FORM, page 2
LEWIS RIVER REUNION
Part Time:
Full Time:
Registration Fee
 $330 per Family (4 or more, parents and dependent  $20 per Individual per day
(includes meals &
children from the same household)
lodging)
 $90 per Individual (ages 5 & up); ages 4 & under free
 Cabin - list 3 choices (first-come basis):
 Lodge room (elderly & physically challenged get first consideration)
Lodging Choice
 RV Space - Length of RV: _________feet
 Tent Space
Deposit/Payment  $30 deposit or  full payment due with registration by 5/31/16
Late Fee
 $40 per Family or $10 per Individual if registration received after 5/31/16
SAMISH FAMILY REUNION
Part Time: (“per day” rate paid for 2 or more meals)
 $42.50 per Adult per day, in E-Cabin
 $38.50 per Adult per day, in Rustic Cabin or RV
 $36.50 per Adult per day, in Tent
 $32.50 per Adult per day, no housing
 $31.50 per Teen per day
 $25.50 per Youth per day
 $8 per Child per day
 $12 per single drop-in meal, ages 13 & up
 $8 per single drop-in meal, ages 6-12 (5 & under free)
 E-Cabin (with restroom):  Medical need
 Other:
 Shared
 Not Shared
Lodging Choice  Rustic Cabin (without restroom)
 RV Space - Length of RV: _________feet
 Tent Space
Deposit/Payment  $30 deposit or  full payment due with registration by 6/19/16
 $10 per person (all ages) or $30 per family if registration received after 6/19/16
Late Fee
REMOTE FAMILY REUNION
Part Time: (up to 24-hour day)
Full Time:
 $35 per Individual per day
Registration Fee  $370 per Family (up to 2 adults & 6 children or
 $25 per Youth per day
(includes meals & 4 adults residing in same household)
 $10 per Child per day
lodging, except  $140 per Individual (ages over 11)
 $5 per meal or $6 per meal if participation is 2
 $110 per Youth (ages 4-11)
cabin deposit)
meals or less per day with no overnight stay
 $40 per Child (ages 3 & under)
 Cabin (assigned on first-come basis) - $50 cleaning deposit required by separate check, not cashed if cabin left clean
Lodging Choice  RV Space - Length of RV: _________feet
 Tent Space
Deposit/Payment  Full payment due with registration by 7/23/16
Late Fee
 $10 per person (all ages) or $30 per Family if registration received after 7/23/16
NORTHWEST SINGLES REUNION
Part Time:
Registration Fee Full Time:
 $42.50 per Adult per day, in E-Cabin
(includes meals &  $170 per Adult (ages 18 & up), in E-Cabin
lodging)
Lodging Choice All attendees stay in E-Cabins (with restroom). Contact director with any lodging questions.
Deposit/Payment  $25 deposit or  full payment due with registration by 8/12/16
YOUR PAYMENT TOTALS
Registration Fee Full Time:
(includes meals &  $255 per Adult (ages 19 & up), in E-Cabin
 $231 per Adult, in Rustic Cabin or RV
lodging)
 $219 per Adult, in Tent
 $195 per Adult, no housing
 $189 per Teen (ages 13-18)
 $153 per Youth (ages 6-12 years)
 $48 per Child (ages 5 & under)
Make all checks payable to “Community of Christ”
or pay Balance Due online at
www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/reunions.
*Advance freewill offerings cover reunion costs not included
in the registration fees and are appreciated to help meet the
reunion budget.
Registration Fees:
$____________
Any Part-time Meals:
$____________
Any Late Fee:
$____________
Advance Freewill Offering*:
$____________
Total Reunion Cost:
$____________
Less Deposit or Payment:
$____________
Balance Due:
$____________
Remote - $50 Cabin Deposit:
(payable by separate check)
$____________
LEWIS RIVER
CAMPGROUND
YACOLT, WASHINGTON
18334 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WA 98675
Caretakers: Les & Karen Sundstrom
360-687-2613, [email protected]
From I-5, Northbound or Southbound:
• Take the NE 219th St /WA-502 Exit, Exit 11. Follow
signs to head East on WA-502.
• Continue to follow WA-502. (5.5 mi)
• Turn Left onto NW 10th Ave/ WA-503. Continue to
follow WA-503. (5.6 mi)
• Turn Right onto NE Rock Creek Rd. (look for sign
that says, “Pomeroy House/Lucia Falls/Moulton
Falls – next right”) (0.4 mi)
• NE Rock Creek Rd becomes NE 152nd Ave. (1.1 mi)
• NE 152nd Ave becomes NE Lucia Falls Rd. (2.0 mi)
CAMP REMOTE
REMOTE, OREGON
54147 Sandy Creek Road, Myrtle Point, OR 97458
Kitchen/Community Building, 541-572-3688
Caretaker: Gerrie King
541-572-5321, 541-784-8110, [email protected]
From I-5, Northbound or Southbound:
• Take Exit 119 toward OR-42/ Winston/ OR-99/Coos
Bay; merge onto Coos Bay-Roseburg Hwy. (3.0 mi)
• Turn Right onto W Douglas Blvd/OR-42/Coos BayRoseburg HWY. Continue until you come to a sign
for Remote; you don’t actually go into Remote.
Just past the sign for Remote is Sandy Creek Road.
(33.0 mi)
• Turn Right onto Sandy Creek Rd. (5.9 mi)
• After the 6-mile marker, the road forks two times.
Take the RIGHT fork both times. At both forks,
there should be a sign that says “Camp Remote.”
Camp Remote is 1 mile past the 6-mile marker
HOSMER LAKE
NEAR BEND, OREGON
(LEWIS RIVER JR. HIGH BOYS CAMP)
Director will contact campers to arrange for carpooling
to Hosmer Lake from Portland Congregation.
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SAMISH ISLAND
CAMPGROUND
BOW, WASHINGTON
11633 Scott Road, Bow WA 98232
360-766-6372 or Dining Hall, 360-766-6041
Camp Managers/Caretakers: Don & Sydney Brady
360-766-8125, [email protected]
Food Service Manager: Pam Bauer
816-462-5599, [email protected]
From I-5, Northbound or Southbound:
• Take the Chuckanut Dr/ WA-11 N exit, Exit 231,
toward Bow-Edison. (0.3 mi)
• Turn Right (Northbound) or Left (Southbound)
onto WA-11/Chuckanut Dr. (2.9 mi)
• Turn Left onto Allen West Rd (You will pass the
WD Grocery store on the right just before the
intersection.) (3.1 mi)
• Turn Right onto Farm To Market Rd. (0.3 mi)
• Turn Left onto D’arcy Rd. (1.3 mi)
• Turn Right onto Bayview-Edison Rd. (2.0 mi)
• Turn Left onto Samish Island Rd. (After you pass a
35 MPH sign, you will see that the main road will
make a left hand turn as it sweeps uphill.) (2.2 mi)
• Turn Right onto Scott Rd. You will go past the
church and a house on the left. The campground
entrance is just past these on the left side of Scott
Rd.
Please note signs to direct you where to park, and
please watch for pedestrians and children playing.
For online youth camp
registration, online reunion
payment options, forms and
more information, visit the
mission center website at
cofchrist-gpnw.org/camp
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Plan Now to Participate in 2017!
Youth Venture for Christ “Caravan” is made up of a group
of high school youth from around the Mission Center that
travel to different areas of the church, performing a worship
service and/or musical program. The youth also perform
service projects in the areas visited.
Have fun, travel, make new friends along the way, and
experience spiritual growth as you discover your own
personal testimony of Christ and share it with others!
Directors Troy and Jody Barnhart: 541-747-6728 (home),
541-913-7168 (cell)
[email protected]
Facebook: “Greater Pacific Northwest Mission Center Youth
Venture - Caravan”
SPECTACULAR
It’s Not Too Late to Participate - July 20-30, 2016!
“SPEC” is an annual week-long leadership, sports, music, and
arts camp held at Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa. It
is attended by high school students and staff from around
the world. The mission is to create a safe, Christ-centered
community that encourages youth to discover God, their
inherent worth, and cultivate and express their giftedness.
We also spend three days in Independence, MO, for a preSPEC Northwest Delegation retreat.
• $750 per camper: $400 due now with Registration Form,
$350 due May 31
SPEC Leader, GPNW North - Kelly Mongrain: 253-569-1510
SPEC Leader, GPNW Central - Carla Nilsen: 503-452-8112
SPEC Leader, GPNW South - Sean Langdon: 425-293-6366
[email protected]
Facebook: “SPEC - NORTHWEST DELEGATION”