2019
BEFORE CAMP WHAT TO BRING Linens, towels, pillows, blankets Water bottle you can refill and carry with you Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes (for outdoor activities) Bible, notepad, and pen Toiletries (toothbrush, soap, shampoo, brushes, hair dryers etc..) Sun block & bug spray Flashlight (optional) Spending money for snacks, camp store, and paintball (optional) Summer clothing (see dress code) One-piece swimsuit (if 2 piece you MUST wear a dark colored t-shirt over) Medications in ziplock baggies with the Medication Form that is included with this packet filled out and inside. WHAT NOT TO BRING Alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, fireworks, or any kind of weapon. We recommend no playstation portables or other gaming devices, roller blades or skateboards. Items that may be used for pranks such as water balloons, shaving cream, silly string, etc. Pranks are not allowed at camp. Your church will be charged for any damages or issues EXPLORERS 2
CAMP THEME Life is full of noise and motion. Sometimes it s so full we can forget what stillness looks like. Even when we slow down, we still think of what we will do next. God reminds His creation to be still. When we are still, we are reminded that in Jesus we find our being. It is in the stillness we can reconnect with Jesus command to remain in Him. DAY 1 JESUS & HIS DISCIPLES LAST SUPPER During His last meal with His disciples, Jesus took time to give them some crucial, final instructions. One of those was to remain in Him as He is in the Father. Jesus took some of the precious last moments with HIs disciples to remind them that they have no power, no ability, no future outside of Him. To remain in Him is to live life fully. Teenagers will be reminded of their need to have a meaningful, growing relationship with Jesus. Focal Passage: Luke 15.1-17 DAY 2 JESUS IN THE GARDEN As Jesus time to be arrested came close, His desire was to spend quality time with His Father in prayer. He invited His closest disciples to join Him praying. In the stillness of the garden, an epic spiritual battle was waged. Jesus response was to remain in the Father s plan even when He would rather find another way. Teenagers will have an opportunity to yield their life s plans to the plans the Father has for them. Focal Passage: Matthew 26.36-36 DAY 3 THE DAY OF PENTECOST After Jesus had been crucified on the cross, resurrected from the grave, and ascended to heaven, His disciples were still unsure of the task before them. They were to show the entire world who Jesus is and what He has done. Their first step in that task was to get together in prayer. When they did, God s Spirit moved in a mightier way than anyone could have anticipated. Teenagers will know that the Spirit living in us and through us will transform this world. Focal Passage: Acts 2.1-6; 40-41 EXPLORERS 3
AT CAMP CAMP RULES CELL PHONES Unless instructed by staff, students with cell phones are not allowed to have them out or in use during small group times, prayer times, or worship. ACTIVITIES Participate in all activities and be on time. Drink Plenty of water and eat three meals a day. Wear closed-toe and closed-heel shoes to all recreation and activities. HOUSING Be in your room by 11:15 PM with lights out no later than 11:45 PM. No public displays of affection. No practical jokes. DRESS CODE Wear clothes that are clean, neat and modest. Shorts - Must be no shorter than your fingertips when arms are fully extended down at your side. Sleeveless shirts are allowed during day-time activities, but not allowed for worship. Shirts with spaghetti straps or excessive armpit cutouts (exposing torso and undergarments) are not allowed. Only wear one piece bathing suits when in the pool. If two-piece, you must wear a dark shirt over. Wear modest shorts, pants, jeans, or dresses for worship. Dresses with spaghetti or small straps, open backs, and excessively short lengths are unacceptable (must be no shorter than your fingertips when arms are fully extended down at your side). Wear your name tag at all times. EXPLORERS 4
RESOURCES MEDICATION FORM Instructions: 1. Fill out entire form below 2. Cut along dotted lines 3. Place form inside a ziplock bag with medications 4. Turn in bag to the nurse at check-in upon arrival to camp THIS MEDICATION BELONGS TO CAMPER S CHURCH PLEASE LIST MEDICATIONS AND DOSAGE PARENT S NAME DAY PHONE NIGHT PHONE DOCTOR DOCTOR S PHONE EXPLORERS 5