NONPROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID ABERDEEN, SD PERMIT NO. 200 P.O. Box 460 Mitchell, SD 57301-0460 Phone: (605) 990-7780 Fax: (605) 996-1766
A ministry of the Dakotas Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church
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www.dAKCAMPS.ORG
(605) 990-7780 www.dakcamps.org
Important information
1821 115th Avenue SE Dazey, ND 58429-0733 wac@dakcamps.org; (701) 733-2413 Paul & Brenda Lint, site directors
Wesley Acres Camp
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23740 Storm Mountain Road Rapid City, SD 57702 smc@dakcamps.org; (605) 343-4391 Scott Jensen, site director
Storm Mountain Center
40 South Lake Drive Arlington, SD 57212 lpc@dakcamps.org; (605) 983-5547 Christy Heflin, site director
Lake Poinsett Camp
www.dakcamps.org
Welcome
Age-range key
Children Gr K-5
Youth Gr 6-12
Intergenerational All ages
Unique/ Special Needs
Why camp?
Wesley Acres Camp
Lake Poinsett Camp Storm Mountain Camp
An organized camp experience is a vital component in the development and education of the whole child. Camp promotes community, teaches critical thinking, embraces the natural environment, and creates future leaders, all in a safe and structured environment. Time at camp has a lasting impact on the lives of children. Why camp in the Dakotas? Dakotas camps takes the camp experience one step further by intentionally including opportunities and activities that allow campers to develop a deeper relationship with God and to see how God is at work in their own lives and the world. Camp is a natural extension of our local congregations and is cited as one of the biggest influences in an individual’s lifelong Christian discipleship and development as a leader. Mission Helping campers to experience Christ, creation, and community through camp and retreat ministries.
Core values
Outcomes
We fulfill our mission as we:
Disciples and leaders who hear and respond to God’s call to:
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Provide sacred places apart Nurture Christian faith and discipleship
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Share faith
Teach creation care and appreciation
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Love and accept everyone
Partner with United Methodist churches and agencies
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Serve others
Extend Christian hospitality and community
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Develop principled spiritual leaders
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I nspire and equip lives for love and justice
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Early bird discount is $5 per night. For example, a 5 night camp would have a $25 discount. Early Bird deadline is May 1.
Camp site key Lake Poinsett Camp
Storm Mountain
Wesley Acres
Other
Please note grades listed are for camper’s current grade (2016-2017 school year)
April 8
4/28-30
Youth Worker Academy
6/2-4 Faith & Films 1
5
6/18-23
High Point
6/2-4 Faith & Films 2
5
6/18-23
Sand, Surf & Son 1 5
6/4-6 Sonseekers #1 13
6/18-23
Water Mania 6
6/4-6 Mini-Camp#1
13
6/18-23
Treasure Seekers 10
6/9-11 Circle of Friends 9
6/23-25
Parents & Me Camp 6
6/11-16
Games Games Games 14
6/23-25
Family Gathering 10
6/11-16
Minecraft Camp 14
6/25-30
Boundary Waters Canoe Camp 14
6/11-16
Sr High Ropes Camp 14
6/25-30
Waves of Fun
6
6/15-17
Sonseekers #2 9
6/28-30
Mini Camp A
6
6/16-18
Family Camp
6/28-30
Mini Camp B
6
6/18-23
Heritage
10
6/30-7/2
Sonseekers #5 14
6/18-23
Creekside Adventure 10
6/30-7/2
Mini-Camp #2
4/28-30
LPC Confirmation Camp
5
June
14
10
15
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JuLY 7/5-7 Mini Camp C
6
7/16-21
Sand, Surf & Son 2 7
6
7/21-23
Family Fun-4-All 11
7/23-28
Big Horn Mt Experience 11
7/5-7
Mini Camp D
7/5-7
Fish On
6
7/7-9 Sonseekers #4 10
7/23-28
7/9-12 Grandparents & Me 1 7
7/23-28
Peak Experience 12
Water Sports Splash 7
7/23-28
Canoe Camp
7/9-14 The Next Normal 10
7/23-28
JH Basketball Blast 15
7/9-14 Ben’s Epic Adventure 10
7/23-29
LTC (Leadership Training Camp) 7
7/24-28
Dis-Cycle-ship Camp 15
7/10-14
7/9-14
Rock that Doesn’t Roll 11
7/9-14 Black Hills Trek 11
7/28-30
Focus
Family Camp
Lake Poinsett Camp
11
15
15
7/10-14
Elementary Sampler 7
7/30-8/4
Youth Sampler 7
7/12-14
Grandparents & Me 2 7
7/30-8/4
Sailing Camp 8
7/14-16
A Rockin’ Experience 11
7/31-8/4
Circle of Friends 15
August 8/2-4 Children’s 1st Experience A 8
8/6-11 Summer’s Last Bash-Jr High 16
8/2-4
Children’s 1st Experience B 8
8/20-23
Riding the Hills 12
8/4-6
Sonseekers #3 8
8/20-23
Fishing—for Men 12
8/6-9 Summer’s Last Blast #1 8
8/20-23
God, Guys & Golf 12
8/6-9 Summer’s Last Blast #2 8
8/27-30
Lovers of God’s Hills 12
Christy Heflin, Lake Poinsett Camp
Lake Poinsett is a beautiful place apart on the water. Enjoy lots of water sports canoeing, boating, fishing, swimming, tubing and more. The sunsets provide a time to reflect on your faith and God’s love for all of creation. Come to meet friends and learn and grow in God’s love. Campers will grow in faith through campfires, bible study, crafts, singing and more. Lake Poinsett provides the perfect place for all ages to take time away and learn about the love of God. Age-range key
8/6-11 Summer’s Last Bash-Elementary 16
Youth Worker Academy
September 9/10
SMC Open House Picnic Dinner 12
4/28/17-4/30/17 9/28-29
Buffalo Roundup
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Ages: Adults | Cost: $100 | Sponsored by the Dakotas Conference Council on Youth Ministry. Kenda Creasy Dean will be the presenter. Go to dakyouth.com for more information. No early bird discount.
October 10/6-8 Relax, Refresh, Renew 12
10/13-14
WAC Confirmation Camp 16 Faith & Films 1 6/2/17-6/4/17
NOVEMBER 11/3-11/4
SMC Confirmation Camp 12
11/3-11/5
LPC Confirmation Camp 8
Intergenerational All ages 6/2/17-6/4/17 Ages: Gr 9-12 Wade & Theta Miller | Cost: $142 |
Come enjoy this fun movie weekend at camp. During our camp weekend we will explore God's work, presence, and love in three modern secular movies. In addition, we will spend time enjoying the waterfront, playing games, and lots more. Sand, Surf & Son 1 6/18/17-6/23/17
Wade & Theta Miller
Ages: Gr 3-6
Come enjoy this fun movie weekend at camp. During our camp weekend we will explore God’s work, presence, and love in three modern secular movies. In addition, we will spend time enjoying the waterfront, playing games and lots more.
Unique/ Special Needs
Faith & Films 2
Ages: Gr 6-8 | Cost: $142 |
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Youth Gr 6-12
LPC Staff | Cost: $362 | Come join a water sports adventure. Splash on the water trampoline. Enjoy the tube or torpedo behind the boat. Kayak, canoe, paddle boat with friends. Participate in zany games, fun skits, cool songs and campfires. (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 5
Lake Poinsett Camp
Children Gr K-5
Children Gr K-5
Youth Gr 6-12
Water Mania 6/18/17-6/23/17 Ages: Gr 6-8 Kristy Liebe | Cost: $352 | We will learn how Jesus loves us unconditionally, through Bible study, crafts, music and games. We will also be able to spend a lot of time in the water! Parents & Me Camp 6/23/17-6/25/17 Ages: Parents & kids up to age 12 Jim & Christy Heflin | Cost: $142 | Come stay in the Living Waters Retreat Center with your children ages 12 and under. We will keep very busy with lots of games, crafts, Bible lessons, swimming, campfires and more!
Waves of Fun 6/25/17-6/30/17 Ages: Gr 6-8 Arlyn Coalter | Cost: $364 |
Intergenerational All ages
Grandparents & Me 2
6/28/17-6/30/17 Ages: Gr K-2 LPC Staff
Lake Poinsett Camp
| Cost: $142 | All the fun of camp compressed into two days. This camp is designed to help campers get into the rhythm and possibilities of camp while having a friendly and familiar adult (shepherd) there to encourage them, grow and learn with them and have fun with them. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible study, campfire and more.
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7/12/17-7/14/17
Mini Camp B—LPC 6/28/17-06/30/17
Ages: Grandparents & kids ages 5-12
Ages: Gr 3-5
Steve Ziebarth | Cost: $135 | per person
LPC Staff
Calling all Grandparents! Bring your grandchildren to camp for a fantastic time! Come stay with your family in the beautiful rooms in the Living Waters Retreat Center. Spend time experiencing God through many ways. Campers will have Bible studies, arts and crafts, games and more. No early bird discount.
| Cost: $142 | All the fun of camp compressed into two days. Experience camp all on your own without a shepherd and stay in the cabins with counselors. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible study, campfire and more.
Sand, Surf & Son 2 7/16/17-7/21/17
Mini Camp C—LPC
Ages: Gr 3-6
07/5/17-07/7/17 Ages: K-2 LPC Staff | Cost: $142 | All the fun of camp compressed into two days. This camp is designed to help campers get into the rhythm and possibilities of camp while having a friendly and familiar adult (shepherd) there to encourage them, grow and learn with them and have fun with them. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible study, campfire and more.
Enjoy “waves of fun” as you participate in a variety of activities on the waterfront and a ton of games on land. We’ll experience God in new and exciting ways and gain new direction in our faith journey.
Mini Camp A—LPC
Unique/ Special Needs
Nicole Anderson Grandparents & Me 1 7/9/17-7/12/17 Ages: Grandparents & kids ages 5-12 Jeff and Cynthia Nelson | Cost: $190 | per person Calling all grandparents! Bring your grandchildren to camp for a fantastic time! Come stay with your family in the beautiful rooms in the Living Waters Retreat Center. Spend time experiencing God through many ways. Campers will have Bible studies, arts and crafts, games and more. No early bird discount.
Mini Camp D—LPC 7/5/17-7/7/17 Ages: Gr 3-5
Elementary Sampler 7/10/17-7/14/17 Ages: Gr 3-6
| Cost: $142 |
Clay & Linse Lundberg
Fish On
Come join a water sports adventure. Splash on the water trampoline. Enjoy the tube or torpedo behind the boat. Kayak, canoe, paddle boat with friends. Participate in zany games, fun skits, cool songs and campfires.
LTC (Leadership Training Camp) 7/23/17-7/29/17 Ages: Gr 9-12 Jeff Lathrop, Diane Kisch & Linda Kay Hai
LPC Staff All the fun of camp compressed into two days. Experience camp all on your own without a shepherd and stay in the cabins with counselors. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible study, campfire and more.
| Cost: $362 |
| Cost: $337 | Come join us for a great week of activities for everyone. Enjoy arts and crafts, games, waterfront activities, music and drama, campfires and more!
| Cost: $437 | Are you interested in becoming a leader or feel as though you are one? Then LTC may be the camp you are looking for. Leadership Training Camp is filled with opportunities to learn and grow as you consider what leadership looks like for you.
Youth Sampler 7/30/17-8/4/17
Water Sports Splash 7/10/17-7/14/17
Ages: Gr 8-12 LPC Staff
7/5/17-7/7/17
Ages: Gr 7-9
| Cost: $337 |
Ages: Gr 3-6
Mark Tracy & Jesse Hurkes
Come join us for a great week of activities for everyone. Enjoy arts and crafts, games, water front activities, music and drama, campfires and more!
Missy Anderson & Jim Heflin | Cost: $247 | Fish on in hopes of landing a Lake Poinsett monster walleye. This camp is for the beginner and master fisherman alike. Share your love of fishing in a Christian setting, make new fishing buddies for life and discover the beauty of creation. ( Limit of 12)
| Cost: $338 | Join us for exciting water sports, fun games, group activities and time with the sun. Add great music, campfires, friends, adventure and you’ll agree…it’s a great time to dive in and learn more about your friends, yourself and your God.
Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nigh camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Early Bird deadline is May 1. (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 7
Lake Poinsett Camp
Age-range key
Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nigh camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Early Bird deadline is May 1.
Sailing Camp 7/30/17-8/04/17 Ages: Gr 7-12 Sean Binder | Cost: $321 | During this sailing adventure camp, campers will learn the skills needed to captain a sailing vessel, rig a sail boat, and work as a team. Campers will also discover their own strengths and spiritual gifts, and how they fit with other members of their team. On shore campers will spend time learning technical skills, exploring spiritual gifts, growing in self-understanding, and relaxing with plenty of time for classic camp fun. Out on the water campers will apply what they learn with hands-on experience. Campers will leave with new skills, a sense of self-reliance and confidence, a Boater Safety Education card, new friends, and lasting memories. No sailing experience is needed. ( Limit 12) Children’s 1st Experience —A
Storm Mountain CEnter
Summer’s Last Blast #1 8/6/17-8/9/17 Ages: Gr K-5 Christy Heflin | Cost: $220 | Join us for this last blast of the summer. All kinds of fun for everyone! Waterfront activities, games, Bible studies and more! Shepherds are welcome not required.
Summer’s Last Blast #2 8/6/17-8/9/17 Ages: Gr 6-9 Anne Osborne | Cost: $220 | Join us for this last blast of the summer. All kinds of fun for everyone! Waterfront activities, games, Bible studies and more!
8/2/17-8/4/17 LPC Staff | Cost: $142 | Two days of camp fun for new campers! Come for a taste of all that camp has to offer! Shepherds are welcome not required. Children’s 1st Experience—B
Other camps LPC Confirmation Camp 4/28/17-4/30/17 11/3/17-11/5/17 Ages: Gr 6-9 Adam Davenport
8/2/17-8/4/17
| Cost: $90 |
Ages: Gr 3-5
Experience the connections with other United Methodist churches and confirmands. Learn about a part of our Christian and United Methodist heritage and develop your faith while playing and studying during this retreat. Register with a group of youth and adults from your church. No early bird discount.
LPC Staff | Cost: $142 | Two days of camp fun for new campers! Come for a taste of all that camp has to offer! Shepherds are welcome not required. Sonseekers #3—LPC
Lake Poinsett Camp
8/4/16-8/6/16
Age-range key
Scott Jensen, Storm Mountain Center
This is the 60th year that Storm Mountain Center has welcomed campers just like you. Make your plans to come and experience the 5 F’s: friends, fun, fellowship, food and faith. You will make friends like no others, fun for sure and have some great fellowship. I have been here already 16 years so I know the food is great. The last F is the most important one, faith. It is my hope and my prayer that your faith will be enhanced when you are here experiencing His creation while hiking, swimming in the creek, sitting amongst the trees, roasting a marshmallow for a s’more, or hearing a Bible verse in a little different way. Come and experience the mountain!
Circle of Friends
Sonseekers #2—SMC
6/9/17-6/11/17
6/15/17-6/17/17
Ages: Unique/SN
Ages: K-3
Peggy & Vaughn Heckel
Storm Mountain Staff
Ages: Gr K-3
| Cost: $142 |
| Cost: $142 |
John & Cindy Srstka
Take a break from your normal summer routine. Come spend some time with God and friends at camp. The pace of the camp is geared for school-aged and older mentally and/or physically challenged campers. There will be activities, crafts, campfires, lots of music, Bible studies plus old and new friends. A camp buddy (caregiver) needs to register and accompany each camper (at no charge) and will participate in all camp activities.
Get ready for 48 hours of fun and learning as you experience new friends, crafts, games, Bible stories, singing and the traditional camp fire. This is a great opportunity for those important small steps in personal faith and positive encounters with Christ and Christians ready to share God’s love. A shepherd, a familiar face of someone you know and trust from back home, can still be part of this camp.
| Cost: $142 | Get ready for fun and learning as you experience new friends, crafts, games, Bible stories, singing and the traditional camp fire. Designed to help campers get into the rhythm and possibilities of camp while having a friendly and familiar adult (shepherd) there to encourage them, grow and learn with them, and have fun with them. 8 | dakcamps.org or (605) 990-7780
Children Gr K-5
Intergenerational All ages
Youth Gr 6-12
Unique/ Special Needs
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Storm Mountain Center
Ages: Gr K-2
Heritage
6/23/17-6/25/17
Age-range key
Children Gr K-5
Youth Gr 6-12
Ages: Intergen
Ages: Gr 4 Eric Grinager | Cost: $364 | This camp is geared specifically for fourth graders. You’ll discover more about your heritage in the Black Hills as you experience high-spirit adventure and action while panning for gold, discovering Indian folk lore, logging trees and being a missionary. *Cross-state bus
Treasure Seekers 6/18/17-6/23/17 Ages: Gr 5-6 TBD | Cost: $364 | What treasures do you seek? What matters most to you? What treasures does God seek for you? How can you seek God’s treasures this week at camp? *Cross State Bus
Creekside Adventure 6/18/17-6/23/17 Ages: Gr 6-8 Gary & Laura Walters | Cost: $345 | It’s called Creekside for a reason! Stay in the rustic Creekside Cabins down by the Creek. Your days will be filled with hiking, biking the Mickelson Trail, climbing Storm Mountain and Black Elk Peak, exploring, and learning of God’s love. *Cross State Bus
Bring the whole family, from the youngest to the oldest and leave the cooking and the dishes to the kitchen staff at Storm Mountain Center while you enjoy a fun filled weekend of fellowship, worship, Bible study, great music and quality family time! A portion of Saturday will be left for you to spend time together as a family in an activity of your choosing either exploring the sights of the Black Hills offsite or discovering all that Storm Mountain has to offer. Lodging is by family so rest assured your family will be accommodated together in the way that you wish.
| Cost: $127 per person $508 | family max.
Rock that Doesn’t Roll 7/9/17-7/14/17 Ages: Gr 6-8 Kori Lehrkamp & Karl Kroger
Ages: K-3
| Cost: $384 |
Mindy Rickenbach
The “Rock That Doesn’t Roll” challenges you to dig deep in your faith. You will be examining media and culture and how it affects our relationships to each other, our family, our church and our God. There will be discussions on how we live for God in the midst of this busy, demanding world we live in. *Cross-state bus
Get ready for 48 hours of fun and learning as you experience new friends, crafts, games, Bible stories, singing and the traditional camp fire. This is a great opportunity for those important small steps in personal faith and positive encounters with Christ and Christians ready to share God’s love. A shepherd, a familiar face of someone you know and trust from back home, can still be part of this camp.
Black Hills Trek 7/9/17-7/14/17 Ages: Gr 6-8 Sean Binder
The Next Normal 7/9/17-7/14/17
| Cost: $294 |
Ages: Gr 4-5
Challenge yourself both physically and spiritually as you backpack one of the beautiful Black Hills’ Trails. Plan your spring and summer accordingly so you know your hiking shoes are comfortable and you are physically ready to carry your tent and all your gear. You will be on the trail in the midst of God’s marvelous creation for three nights and four days. (Limit 10) *Cross-state bus No early bird
Peggy Stempson & Crew | Cost: $384 |
Ages: Gr 9-12
Ben’s Epic Adventure 7/9/17-7/14/17
| Cost: $364 |
Ages: Gr 6-8
No need to be feeling low; come to High Point and feel alive! This camp you will join together and explore God’s gifts through local service and mission work. Build on the new relationships as you go to a higher point in your faith and still have fun! *Cross State Bus
Ben Wilsey
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The Brookings crew
7/7/16-7/9/16
6/18/17-6/23/17 Thomas Carlson
Ages: Intergen
Sonseekers #4—SMC
| Cost: $142 |
| Cost: $345 | If you love to be on the move then this is definitely the camp for you! Hiking, exploring, staying in the cabins by the creek and learning of God’s love will fill your days and well into the evenings, too. Limited to 16 campers so grab your friends and register early. (Limit 16) *Cross-state bus
Unique/ Special Needs
7/21/17-7/23/17
| Cost: $127 per person $508 family max | No early bird discount.
What does it mean to be normal? Do we want to be normal? It’s time to create the next normal . . . Where people are kind to one another, where we continue to love and treat one another the same way we want to be treated and loved. To love as we have been loved. It only takes a spark to start a flame, will you help ignite the love of Christ within the world? *Cross-state bus
High Point
Intergenerational All ages Family Fun-4-All
The Baird Families 6/18/17-6/23/17
Storm Mountain Center
Family Gathering
discount.
A ROCKIN’ EXPERIENCE
Bring the whole family, from the youngest to the oldest (no one is too young or too old) and leave the cooking and the dishes to the kitchen staff at Storm Mountain Center while you enjoy a fun filled weekend of fellowship, worship, Bible study and quality family time! A portion of Saturday will be left for you to spend time together as a family in an activity of your choosing either exploring the sights of the Black Hills offsite or discovering all that Storm Mountain has to offer. Lodging is by family so rest assured your family will be accommodated together in the way that you wish. *Cross-state bus No early bird discount. Big Horn Mt Experience 7/23/17-7/28/17 Ages: Gr 8-12 Gary Walters & Joel Allen | Cost: $445 | Your Camp begins and ends at Storm Mountain Center but in between you’ll travel to the Big Horn Mountains in Wyoming and experience the beauty as well as the challenges of God’s awesome creation! You’ll literally experience the “mountain top” as you reach the summit but also the “mountain top” of emotion from a job well done as you learn more about yourself, your climbing buddies and your God! You’ll be carrying all your gear in including your tent, your personal items, your sleeping bag and your food and also carrying everything out with you, too. Comfortable hiking shoes are a must! Register early as this camp is limited by the number of hikers the Park Service will allow on the trails. ( Limit 8) *Cross-state bus No early bird discount. Focus
7/14/17-7/16/17
7/23/17-7/28/17
Ages: Gr 8-12
Ages: Gr 8-12
Steve Horner & Justin Broveak
Rick Pittenger
| Cost: $269 |
| Cost: $359 |
Join us for two days of beginning rock climbing while experiencing God’s wonders of the granite rock formations. Celebrate at the end of the day around a roaring campfire. Experience camp life staying in the cabins down at the creek. All climbing led by rock climbing instructors.
Come to focus on your photography skills as well focus on your relationship with Jesus. Campers will create many pictures (which sometimes show up on the walls at camp) during the week as they learn the finer techniques of photography. Must have your own digital camera. *Cross-state bus (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 11
Storm Mountain Center
Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nigh camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Early Bird deadline is May 1.
Lovers of God’s Hills 8/27/17-8/30/17 Peak Experience
Ages: Intergen
7/23/17-7/28/17
Dave & Marcia Mack
Ages: Gr 5-7
| Cost: $199 |
Denise Van Meter
Some gentle hiking of His hills, inspiring songs and devotions, rich relationships, a touch of geology and great food make this a most enjoyable camp. No early bird
You won’t be bored with this camp! Lots of hiking, climbing, and one day you will be going to Aerial Adventure Park in Keystone. This will be a camp that will stretch and challenge you to learn about yourself, others and God! Pace yourself this spring and summer as you do a bit of training so you’re ready. *Cross-state bus
Other camps Riding the Hills 8/20/17-8/23/17
discount.
SMC Open House Picnic Dinner 9/10/17 Ages: Intergen | Cost: Free | Come and view your camp. See the changes since your last visit. Tour, worship and supper to fill your day. Free will offering taken. No early bird discount. Buffalo Round-UP
Ages: Adult men
9/28/17-9/29/17
TBD
Ages: Intergen
| Cost: $209 |
SMC Staff
Enjoy the hills while riding your motorcycle. No early bird discount.
Fishing—for Men
| Cost: $64| A wonderful fall outing to experience the great fall colors and the thunder of the “herd” as they crest the hill in Custer State Park! Extend your stay and enjoy a time to relax. No early bird discount.
8/20/17-8/23/17 Ages: Adult men
Relax, Refresh, Renew
Mark Holland
10/6/17-10/8/17
| Cost: $209 |
Ages: Adult women
Back again this year! Come and fish the creeks and streams of the Black Hills. No early bird discount.
Jo Flesner
God, Guys & Golf 8/20/17-8/23/17 Ages: Adult men
Storm Mountain Center
Kermit Culver | Cost: $435 | Good fellowship, great “guy” food and play on three elite courses in the Black Hills make this camp a “must” for any gentlemen interested in golf. Good conversation and reflections on a book of the dean’s choice add to your faith development and strong Christian community. No early bird discount.
Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nigh camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Early Bird deadline is May 1. 12 | dakcamps.org or (605) 990-7780
| Cost: $147 |
Paul & Brenda Lint, Site Directors, Wesley Acres Camp
Join us for a weekend apart to experience a time to relax, refresh and renew your mind and body. During the weekend you’ll find both group time to build Christian community and share your faith journey and time apart for Sabbath and renewal. No early bird discount. SMC Confirmation Camp 11/3/17-11/4/17 Ages: Gr 6-9 John Britt & Peggy Stempson | Cost: $70 | Experience the connections with other United Methodist churches and confirmands. Learn about a part of our Christian and United Methodist heritage and develop your faith while playing and studying during this retreat. Register as a class and bring your own leaders. No early bird discount.
Sonseekers #1 WAC
Wesley Acres is a place to get away. Nestled in the valley on Bald Hill Creek, Wesley Acres offers camps and experiences for all ages. Join leaders who are passionate about the way God transforms lives, you can come and worship, play, learn, grow, and rest in God’s loving arms. Whether you enjoy canoeing, kayaking, swimming in the pool, four-square, gaga, basketball, Frisbee golf or time on the High Ropes Challenge Course, you will find something to do and people ready to share this camp experience with you. Age-range key
Children Gr K-5
6/4/17-6/6/17 Ages: K-3 Anita Tulp | Cost: $142 | Designed to help campers get into the rhythm and possibilities of camp while having a friendly and familiar adult (shepherd) there to encourage them, grow and learn with them, and have fun with them. Led by someone with a long history and passion for what God is doing at Wesley Acres and deep appreciation for the energy and inquisitiveness of younger children. This is a great opportunity for those important small steps in personal faith and positive encounters with Christ and Christians ready to share God’s love.
Youth Gr 6-12
Intergenerational All ages
Unique/ Special Needs
Mini-Camp 1—WAC 6/4/17-6/6/17 Ages: Gr 4-6 Quaya Ackerman | Cost: $142 | All the fun of camp compressed into two days. Experience camp all on your own without a shepherd and stay in the cabins with counselors. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible Study, campfire and more. (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 13
Wesley Acres Camp
| Cost: $424 |
Wesley Acres Camp
Children Gr K-5
Age-range key
Youth Gr 6-12
Intergenerational All ages
Unique/ Special Needs
Dis-Cycle-ship Camp 7/24/14-7/28/17
6/11/17-6/16/17
6/16/17-6/18/17
Ages: Gr 4-6
Ages: Intergen
Jeff Lathrop
Sjanna Boe
| Cost: $356 |
| Cost: $127 per person or$508 | family max.
Some games get you up to move around. Some games make you think. Others even make you laugh. Games are also a great way to explore who you are and what you can do either on a team or as an individual. The Apostle Paul observed ancient Greeks competing in sporting events and used that to help his readers to understand their faith journey and relationships with Christ and with each other. Together we will learn new and not so new games and their rules and strategies and through that we will also discover something about ourselves and our relationship with God.
Spend the weekend away from the normal and come to the spectacular. Retreat from daily family routines and refocus on Christ’s mission to Love God and Love Others. Camp activities, Bible Study, and down time to spend together. This camp invites all to come and be part of God’s family. No early bird discount.
6/25/17-6/30/17 Kowaken Paul Lint
6/11/17-6/16/17
| Cost: $385 |
Ages: Gr 5-8
There are very few places in our world that have preserved in their most natural form. The Boundary Waters in northern Minnesota is one of those places. Join a small group to spend a few days in God’s creation, camping together, cooking over fires, and canoeing in one of the most beautiful places in our region. A trained local guide will lead the group with help from Pastor Paul. (Limit 7)
Clay Lundberg | Cost: $356 | Whether you are a passionate expert or someone just beginning to understand the world of Minecraft, you will love the opportunities this camp provides. EVERYTHING is tied into that world, from the time you spend creating online, to Bible Study, and even worship. Bring your own device and your own unique creativity and explore God’s world and God’s Word with people who know what a diamond sword is and how to make one.
Sonseekers #5—WAC 6/30/17-7/2/17
Sr High Ropes Camp
Ages: Gr K-3
6/11/17-6/16/17
Quaya Ackerman
Ages: Gr 9-12
| Cost: $142 |
Sean Binder
Designed to help campers get into the rhythm and possibilities of camp while having a friendly and familiar adult (shepherd) there to encourage them, grow and learn with them and have fun with them. Led by someone with a long history and passion for what God is doing at Wesley Acers and deep appreciation for the energy and inquisitiveness of younger children. This is a great opportunity for those important small steps in personal faith and positive encounters with Christ and Christians ready to share God’s love.
Wesley Acres Camp
| Cost: $356 | Do you like to climb rock walls? Does flying across the creek on a zip line sound fun to you? Maybe you are ready for the next step of walking the very narrow path of the wires over 30 feet above the ground. Our trained facilitators and passionate leaders will help you to expand your comfort zone and developed knowledge and skills that will help others to reach their goals. Using these shared experiences young men and women will explore their faith and grow as followers of Jesus Christ in a world that needs more people willing to live and show God’s love. 14 | dakcamps.org or (605) 990-7780
Tyrel Schlecht | Cost: $250 |
Mini-Camp 2—WAC 6/30/17-7/2/16 Ages: Gr 4-6 Lisa Rhodes
Boundary Waters Canoe Camp
Ages: Gr 9-12 Minecraft Camp
Ages: Adult
June Family Camp
| Cost: $142 | All the fun of camp compressed into 48 hours. Experience camp all on your own without a shepherd and stay in the cabins with counselors. Come and discover Christ in all types of activities: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, playing games, Bible Study, campfire, and more.
It is just like riding a bicycle. The experience of getting away to grow and learn about God that we often do at camp is something we often think of as “a kid thing.” This camp will take something “for kids” like riding a two-wheeler and use it to challenge adults while they expand their faith. No matter where we are in our faith journey, we get comfortable and forget how far we could go if we were willing to grow with God. Come and ride for three days and grow in faith and relationship with others passionate about Jesus Christ and cycling as we learn about the greatest Domestique in history. No early bird discount.
July Family Camp 7/28/17-7/30/17 Ages: Intergen Mike & Kris Kurtz | Cost: $127 per person $508 | family max.
Canoe Camp 7/23/17-7/28/17 Ages: Gr 5-8 Dayne Zachrison & Kris Mutzenberger | Cost: $356 | This camp combines all types of activities with time to canoe, learn correct technique, and how to work together. This camp is great for beginning skills or if you already know how, but love to canoe. You will learn to steer, unswamp, and canoe down the creek to Lake Ashtabula.
Spend the weekend away from the normal and come to the spectacular. Retreat from daily family routines and refocus on Christ’s mission to love God and love others. Camp activities, Bible study, and down time to spend together. This camp invites all to come and be part of God’s family. No early bird discount.
Circle of Friends 7/31/17-8/4/17 Ages: Intergen Mandy Haiven Bass
JH Basketball Blast 7/23/17-7/28/17 Ages: Gr 6-9 Lynn Fredrick & Paul Lint | Cost: $356 | This will be the 20th year that Coach Fred, high school girls basketball coach from Brookings SD, has led this camp. He has teamed up with Pastor Paul Lint since 2003. A past state president of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Coach has always believed in the strong connection of basketball and Christian Faith. Spend the week learning skills both on the court and at Bible study and see how to apply them. Your skills and faith will grow during this week at camp while adding in standard camp activities.
| Cost: $285 | Wesley Acres is a safe and wonderful place for every single one of God’s children. It does not matter your age or your unique abilities. If you have a higher level of need, bring someone to work with you one-on-one and enjoy the fun, learning, worship, games, dancing and joy of camp. We have a camp nurse, trained program staff, amazing cooks and many, many volunteers. Caregivers can contact the conference office or Wesley Acres camp with questions.
Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nigh camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Early Bird deadline is May 1.
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Games Games Games
Summer’s Last Bash-Elementary
WAC Confirmation Camp
8/6/17-8/11/17
10/13/17-10/14/17
Ages: Gr 3-5
Ages: Gr 6-9
Tara Bush & Brenda Lint
Dayne Zachrison
| Cost: $356 | A week of pure joy at the end of the summer is just what you need. Making new friends and reconnecting with friends from other schools is such a gift at the end of the summer. We will play, canoe, swim, sing and spend some time with the other group on camp.
Summer’s Last Bash - Junior High 8/6/17-8/11/17
Meet the conference staff
| Cost: Friday night stay and Saturday Confirmation Retreat: $60 camper. Just coming for Saturday: $35 per camper. | Experience the connections with other United Methodist churches and confirmands. Learn about a part of our Christian and United Methodist heritage and develop your faith while playing and studying during this retreat. Register as a class and bring your own leaders. You can come on Friday evening stay until Saturday or just come Saturday. No early bird discount.
Be a shepherd • A shepherd is a person who helps ensures our youngest campers have a great camp experience! • Shepherds should plan on helping and may be responsible for up to 5 campers, participate in all camp activities, supervise cabin time, and assist Staff and Deans as needed.
Ages: Gr 6-8 Tara Bush & Brenda Lint
• Whenever possible, shepherds will be placed in cabins with the child/children they’re bringing to camp. However, when moms come with sons and dads with daughters, or if additional staff of the same gender is needed to meet required supervision ratios, shepherds may be placed in sleeping rooms away from their own child/children.
Upcoming fall events. Watch for more information.
| Cost: $356 | A week of pure joy at the end of the summer is just what you need. Making new friends and reconnecting with friends from other schools is such a gift at the end of the summer. We will play, canoe, swim, sing, and spend some time with the other group on camp.
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Grieving Well
Glenda Gerlach, Camp and Retreat Coordinator
Keith Shew, Director of Camp and Retreat Ministries
• All adults working with campers (including shepherds) must have a clear background check on file in our camping office. • All Shepherds must register at least seven days prior to the beginning of camp to allow time for the background check to be completed. • Register early! There are a maximum number of shepherds for each camp. • The fee for Shepherds is $85.00.
Kowakan Adventures
Wesley Acres Camp
Koronis Ministries
Sister Camps in Minnesota www.campminnesota.org
Northern Pines Camp (218) 732-4713 www.northernpinescamp.org northernpinescamp@campminnesota.org
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Koronis Ministries (320) 243-4544 www.koronisministries.org koronisministries@campminnesota.org
Kowakan Adventures (320) 243-4544 www.kowakanadventures.org kowakan@campminnesota.org
Early Bird Deadline is May 1! Early bird discount is $5 off per night. For Example a two nights camp would be $10 off and a five night camp would be $25 off. Registrations and full payment must be completed online or postmarked by May 1 to receive the early bird discount.
NOTE: *Rules for acceptance and participation in the program are the same for everyone without regard to race, color, handicap, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or age, and there is no discrimination in the course of the meal service. If you believe that you have been treated unfairly in receiving food services for any of those reasons, write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC We are a Christ-centered ministry which provides places apart where all people can experience God’s grace and love and grow in discipleship. (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 17
Important information
Northern Pines Camp
Camp scholarships are available Dakotas camping ministry is committed to allowing anyone who wants to attend camp to do so, no camper will be turned away because they can’t afford to pay. We provide scholarship funds to campers who need them most, based on individual and family needs. Our hope is that the individual’s local church, personal funds, and other sources of support will combine with campership support to cover the registration cost for one Dakotas camping event of the camper’s choice. Please contact the Dakotas camping office at 605-990-7780 or info@ dakcamps.org for more information or to apply.
Branching Out: Connecting Through Christ will be used by all camps in 2017 Each day, campers will learn to branch out… l l l l l l l
T he place where we camp: It can be anywhere we notice and are aware of God’s presence with us. I am the vine: We make sacred bonds with one another and God by covenanting. Love one another: We have to look around to see that we are all valuable to God. I choose you: We make decisions that affect the ways we are connected. I have spoken to you: We have to listen for the still small voice. Abide with me: We have tools we can use to reconnect to God. I abide in you: Nothing can separate us from the love of God.
Payment Information
CANCELLATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING. If cancellation is received prior to 21 days, before the start of camp, a full refund minus a $45 processing fee will be given. If cancellations are received less than 21 days prior to the start of camp no refund will be issued unless cancellation is due to illness or family emergency. Please call the camping office at 605-990-7780 with any questions.
Payment is expected at the time of registration. MasterCard, Visa and Discover are accepted online. However, if you are unable to pay in full, at the time of registration, you can access your account on-line at any time to make payments (requires on-line registration). We require all registrations to be paid in full before the start of camp. If your church offers a discount, please provide the code when registering. After your code is entered, the discount will be subtracted to reflect your portion. Please contact your local UMC church directly for information about discounts.
Bring a friend credit For each new camper* you or your child bring to camp in 2017, you will receive $10 in Canteen Cash (money to spend at camp). New campers will have a great time at camp, you’ll save some money, and everybody wins! This is our way of thanking you for helping us make camp even better! *New campers are defined as those who have not been to any Dakotas camping event in the past three years.
Campers come to camp to build friendships, enjoy nature, challenge themselves, and have fun! The “Branching Out” curriculum is designed with Christian community-building at its core. Daily themes make the scriptures easy to remember and open many possibilities. The Bible stories in Branching Out encourage campers to use prayer, relationships, family, and more to stay connected throughout their lives. Branching Out: Connecting Through Christ is a program published by InsideOut Christian Camp Resources. It is written by a team of multidenominational Christian partners.
registration tips
Wesley Acres Camp & Retreat Center
• We are using the same registration system as was utilized 2016. We keep improving it every year. Please visit dakcamps.org for camping details when you register for your time at camp. You can use the same login information that you used in 2016. Remember, registering online is the fastest and best way to guarantee your spot! • After completing your online registration you will receive an automated confirmation email. If you do not receive an email directly after you register your camper for camp, your registration is not processed. Review your registration for missing information then resubmit. If you’re still having trouble, call the camp office at 605-990-7780. • All registrations received by mail will receive a confirmation email after they have been processed. Please make sure to include your email address when completing your registration. • Adults registering as shepherds, camp buddies, counselors or deans must register by clicking the Volunteer registration tab and complete the background screening authorization. • Adults registering as a camper should use the Camper registration tab. • Visit the camping website at www.dakcamps.org for more information on camps, camp welcome letters, start and end times, directions to camp, packing lists, and bus information. • When registering for camp we require a $50 deposit for a camp that is two nights and $100 for camps that are three nights of more. 18 | dakcamps.org or (605) 990-7780
Retreats, conferences, gatherings and events Looking for a place to hold your next gathering? Wesley Acres, Storm Mountain, and Lake Poinsett are the perfect places! In addition to offering great summer programming, all three sites operate yearround as retreat and conference centers. Each year, more groups are finding the facilities, food, service, programming, and warm hospitality to be the perfect complement to their time together. Call the camps for more information or to make arrangements.
Ride the bus to Storm Mountain Center The cross-state bus will run the weeks of June 18-23, July 9-14 and 23-28. To reserve your spot, you must register and pay the bus fee. There are no refunds for the bus. Bus schedule including stops and charges are on our website.
Camp staff employment If you or someone you know is looking for a summer job that provides plenty of time outdoors, great fun with people of all ages, and an opportunity to impact the lives of children and youth, then apply to work at a Dakotas Conference camp! Seasonal staff positions are available in the areas of cabin leadership, activity leadership, and kitchen and maintenance help. All seasonal staff receive room, board, and certifications. Some year-round opportunities may be available as well. All applicants must be 18 or older. To apply, complete an application online at www.dakcamps.org or contact the camping office at info@dakcamps.org or 605-990-7780. (605) 990-7780 or dakcamps.org | 19
Important information
curriculum
Cancellation Policy