2016 OCF Summer Fun at White Sulphur Springs

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Vacation with a Purpose The only thing more exciting than being on summer vacation is planning it and thinking of all the possibilities. Whether you dream about walking in the shadows of the majestic Rocky Mountains or beautiful Alleghenies, what you will experience at both OCF conference centers is a “spiritual depot” designed to help you refresh, refocus, and re-center as you reconnect with Christ! From hiking, horseback riding and rafting to enjoying meals with new friends and S’mores around the campfire with worship and song, I guarantee you’ll leave encouraged as you re-enter the race.

Engaging and truly connecting with others who share and understand your military lifestyle will create memories and friendships that last a lifetime. Talk it over with your family, friends, colleagues, and your OCF group. Friends and families will reconnect, leaders will gain new insight, and I assure you that all will have a fresh encounter with Christ. I invite you and your family to enjoy a purposeful and transformational experience this summer, and I hope you’ll consider making our conference center retreats an annual tradition for your family.

An amazing time of physical refreshment, spiritual renewal and invigorating fun lies ahead. Don’t miss what God has in store for you. White Sulphur Springs Directors Paul and Dawn Robyn and their amazing teams can’t wait to serve you!

BRIG GEN DAVID WARNER, USAF (RET.) OCF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Experience True Rest and Relaxation

COME TO WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS THIS SUMMER AND EXPERIENCE A VACATION LIKE YOU’VE NEVER HAD BEFORE. We regularly have guests tell us their time at WSS is the only vacation where they leave feeling truly refreshed and rested. Why? We think it’s because of the wonderful Christian fellowship enjoyed with like-minded believers; it’s the beauty of this amazing part of God’s creation; it’s the staff that is here to serve and bless you, taking care of the cooking and cleaning so you don’t have to; it’s the flexibility to tailor your time here for as much recreation or as much rest as you need; it’s the dynamic speakers that share the Word of God and encourage you in your faith; it’s the programming options that ensure everyone from nursery age through “seasoned citizens” has a wonderful experience.

The next few pages will tell you about all the great things happening at WSS this summer—including some exciting new opportunities. Don’t forget to

pick up a WSS Loyalty Program Card during your next visit and earn a free 1-night stay for you and your family when you stay 10 nights at WSS in 2016 (in any of our programs, B&B or other retreats). Also, take advantage of our Referral Program. Share your love of WSS with someone who’s never been—they’ll get a 10% first-timer discount, and you will enjoy the same discount on your next visit.

We hope you will come and spend some of your summer with us this year at WSS. If you’ve never been to WSS, come and see why so many have made it a home-away-from-home. For WSS alumni, come back, reconnect, and enjoy all the things you love about WSS. Regardless, we want you to be blessed and encouraged, experience true rest and relaxation, and put Christ in the middle of your summer plans. See you at the Springs!

LTC PAUL AND DAWN ROBYN, USA (RET.) DIRECTOR, WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS

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Join us for Summer R&R WhiteSulphurSprings.org/Summer-RnR 814-623-5583 | office@whitesulphursprings.org What does R&R mean to you?

There is no vacation like Summer R&R at White Sulphur Springs. We understand that singles, young couples, and families come through the Heritage House doors with unique definitions of what vacation means to them. With a variety of ways to tailor each experience, guests have the opportunity to experience God’s rest in many exciting ways. From adventuring through whitewater rafting, climbing, and horseback riding to a more relaxing approach such as a trip to a day spa and special pampering throughout the retreat week, you can plan your R&R around what you and your family love to do. First-time guests receive a 10% discount!

2016 Summer R&R Rates Number of Nights

1-2

3-5

6-7

Adult

$78.00

$69.00

$65.00

Teen (13-19)

$39.00

$34.50

$32.50

Youth (8-12)

$29.25

$25.50

$24.25

Child (5-7)

$19.50

$17.25

$16.25

FREE

FREE

FREE

Toddler (0-4)

Special Discounts (reduction to meals/lodging expense):

Ò 10% for families of either currently deployed service members or recently returned (within 6 months) Ò 10% for Grades O-1 through O-3 and widows with children Ò 20% for all enlisted service members Ò 30% for cadets, midshipmen, and college students

2016 Dates, Speakers & Topics Session Date

Speaker

Topic

R&R 1 10-17 Jun

Dr. Mark Jumper

Character from Christ’s Commands

Concurrent with Caleb’s Challenge and AO!2 10% summer “early bird” discount for all guests this week only!

R&R 2 17-24 Jun

COL Doug Winton, USA & CH(MAJ) Mark Winton, USA

Living by Faith: Pleasing God and Preserving our Souls

Concurrent with Caleb’s Adventure, AO!3, and Horsemanship Day Camp

R&R 3 24 Jun-1 Jul

Dr. Michael Sprague

Wanted: Men & Women of Valor

Concurrent with Caleb’s Adventure, Caleb’s Challenge, AO!4, and Fine Arts Workshop

R&R 4 1-8 Jul

Dr. Greg St. Cyr

Because I Know Him

Concurrent with Caleb’s Adventure, Caleb’s Challenge, and AO!5 Special 4th of July Celebration includes 5k fun run/walk, WSS “Olympics,” picnic, and fireworks

R&R 5 8-15 Jul

Pastor Keith Peck

Being Led by the Spirit: Following Christ in Complex Decisions

Concurrent with Caleb Junior, Caleb’s Adventure, AO!6, and art workshop

R&R 6 15-22 Jul

Gen. Srilal Weerisooriya, Sri Lankan Army (Ret.),

Compelled by the Love of Christ

President of the AMCF

Concurrent with Caleb’s Adventure, AO!7 and Horsemanship Day Camp

R&R 7 22-29 Jul

Dr. John Crotts

Peace on the Personal Battlefields of Life

Concurrent with Caleb’s Challenge, AO!8, AO!X, and art workshop Cycling enthusiasts—join us for “Holy Spokes” week at WSS this week only!

R&R 8 29 Jul-5 Aug

Pastor Chris Plekenpol

Charlie Mike (Continue the Mission)

Concurrent with Caleb Junior, AO!9, AO!10, and art workshop

End of Summer Retreat 5-7 Aug

LtCol Ollie North, USMC (Ret.) & Father Tom Simmons

Our Fight

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Allegheny Outback!

whitesulphursprings.org/allegheny-outback 814.623.5583 | office@whitesulphursprings.org What is Allegheny Outback!?

The AO! mission statement is “To challenge teenagers to develop their very own personal knowledge of God by modeling Christ in real life situations, and by facilitating an environment in which they must exhibit personal responsibility, work with others, and rely on God.� AO! is our six-day high school adventure program for rising 9th graders to just-graduated high school students. The group size is around 10-12 teenage guys and girls, two college counselors, and an adult counselor (usually a retired or active duty officer). Throughout the week, AO! enjoys such activities as high and low ropes course, backpacking, white water canoeing, rapelling, and climbing. The program uses activities to teach teamwork, responsibility, and most importantly reliance on Christ through a consistent, lasting personal relationship.

2016 Rates Session

Dates

Rates

AO!1

25-31 May

$335

AO!2

11-17 Jun

$360

AO!3

18-24 Jun

$360

AO!4

25 Jun-1 Jul

$360

AO!5

2-8 Jul

$360

AO!6

9-15 Jul

$360

AO!7

16-22 Jul

$360

AO!X (invitation only)

22-29 Jul

$385

AO!8

23-29 Jul

$360

AO!9 and AO!10

30 Jul-5 Aug

$360

Note: Families picking up or dropping off campers for AO! receive a 20% discount for an overnight stay.

Summer 2016 Topic /// What makes you, YOU? Probably the quintessential question of humanity, right? As you wrestle through the challenges of life and the important question of identity: You are not alone!

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Camp Caleb

whitesulphursprings.org/camp-caleb 814.623.5583 | office@whitesulphursprings.org What is Camp Caleb?

Camp Caleb’s mission is “to bring military youth into an authentic personal relationship with Jesus Christ, to strengthen their own family and peer relationships, and to prepare them for standing for Jesus Christ as teenagers.” We accomplish this through Christ-centered teaching times, experiential learning, counselor-child relationships, and peer sharing/encouragement. Throughout the week, campers enjoy such activities as horseback riding, theme-related crafts, indoor climbing wall, swimming, riflery/archery, canoeing, ropes course, and a trail ride. The program uses activities to teach teamwork, responsibility, and most importantly reliance on Christ through a consistent, lasting personal relationship.

Summer 2016 topic This summer, it’s about escaping temptation and evil as we rely on Christ as our rescuer. Join us as we examine what it means to “cast aside the things that so easily entangle” and “dwell in the shelter of the Most High” through our Savior Jesus. Get ready to break free of your chains, slip past enemy lines, and find refuge in living a life in Christ alone.

2016 Rates Session

Dates

Rates

CALEB JUNIOR: For 3rd and 4th graders, Caleb Junior provides a great low-impact, first-time camp experience.

10-15 Jul, 31 Jul-5 Aug

$230

CALEB’S ADVENTURE: For 5th and 6th graders, Caleb’s Adventure offers increased challenges and new activities.

19-24 Jun, 26 Jun-1 Jul 3-8 Jul, 10-15 Jul, 17-22 Jul

$250

CALEB’S CHALLENGE: This program challenges 7th and 8th graders both spiritually and physically.

12-17 Jun, 26 Jun-1 Jul 3-8 Jul, 24-29 Jul

$275

Note: Families picking up or dropping off campers for Camp Caleb receive a 20% discount for an overnight stay.

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Bike Program

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Adventure on the open road The White Sulphur Springs bicycle touring program is designed for adults and older teens seeking an action-oriented vacation in a Christ-centered atmosphere. The rides are fully supported, with three meals per day and lodging/camping each night. Each ride is led by an experienced bicycle touring guide with extensive military leadership and small group facilitation. For 2016, we are offering three great opportunities: The Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Ride (300 mi): 18-24 Jun Cost: $459 per adult ($359 for youth 12-17).

Civil War Battlefield Ride (154 mi): 25 June-1 Jul Cost: $499 per adult ($399 for youth 14-17).

“Holy Spokes” Week (various routes): 22-29 Jul No charge; concurrent with R&R Session 7

Horsemanship Day Camp whitesulphursprings.org/summer-rnr

Perhaps Summer R&R means “Riding & Rodeo” For our guests who love horses and who want to experience more than just a trail ride, sign up for Horsemanship Day Camp. Some of the things you’ll learn include basic horse-riding equipment and how to tack up a horse; how to safely lead/handle a horse; beginner riding instruction to include how to properly walk and trot; how to properly groom a horse; and trail riding.

Cost: $79 /// When: Offered from 2-4 p.m. on 19-21 Jun (during Summer R&R #2) and 17-19 Jul (during Summer R&R #6) /// Note: Space is limited to 8 participants. Register early to reserve your spot!