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Contents:3 2013 Summer Theme: Radically Different

4-5 Camps-at-a-Glance

Registration Information

6 Camping Office Contact Information

6 Camp Leadership Information and Opportunities

7 Fee Structure & Registration Information

8 Camp Penn

9 Greene Hills

10 Mount Asbury

insert Registration & Medical Forms

11 Wesley Forest

12 Adventure Camps & Special Needs Camps

13 Music Camps

14-15 Adult & Intergenerational Events

16 General Camp Information

17 Skye Lake & Williamsport Event

18-19 Frequently Asked Questions

Camp Brochure Design and Layout: Sandii Peiffer, SUSUMC

summeR Camps 2013 Camp & Retreat Ministry provides opportunities for authentic

relationships with Jesus, experienced in community and in

the beauty of God’s creation.

Early Bird Discountif you register by April 8, 2013

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Accept • Listen • Act • Change • Dedicate Yourself • Share ... radically!

radically Different

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2013 Camps-at-a-glanCe NOTE: MOsT caMps bEgiN suNday aT 3pM, aNd ENd Friday aT 5pM

adVentuRe CampsAC1 CANOE CAMP ..................................................................................GRADES 7-12 ...................JUNE 9-14 .................... MICHELLE SCHWARTZMANAC2 BOUNDARY WATERS .......................................................................GRADE 8-ADULT ...............JULY 20-27 ................... ANNE HORTON

Camp pennCP1 MUSIC, DRAMA & WORSHIP ARTS CAMP ........................................GRADES 6-12 ...................JUNE 16-22 .................. PETER RASERCP2 DISCOVERY CAMP ...........................................................................GRADES 3-7 .....................JUNE 23-28 .................. MIKE & NADINE OGDEN, SCOT & DESIREE BOWERCP3 EXPLORERS CAMP I .........................................................................GRADES 1-3 .....................JUNE 23-25 .................. SCOT & DESIREE BOWER, MIKE & NADINE OGDENCP4 EXPLORERS CAMP II ........................................................................GRADES 1-3 .....................JUNE 26-28 .................. SCOT & DESIREE BOWER, MIKE & NADINE OGDENCP5 SENIOR HIGH..................................................................................GRADES 9-12 ...................JUNE 30-JULY 5 ........... MIKE FITZPATRICKCP6 JUNIOR HIGH .................................................................................GRADES 6-8 .....................JULY 7-12 ..................... JODIE POTTER, CHRIS KLOPPCP7 SENIOR HIGH..................................................................................GRADES 9-12 ...................JULY 7-12 ..................... JODIE POTTER, CHRIS KLOPPCP8 DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME! .............................................................GRADES 3-7 .....................JULY 14-19 ................... MARK COMPTON, CARL JACKSONCP9 CAMP RADICAL SABBATICAL ...........................................................GRADES 1-3 .....................JULY 14-16 ................... JODIE DODSON, BRAD HAUBERTCP10 ELEMENTARY ...................................................................................GRADES 4-6 .....................JULY 21-26 ................... DUANE SWARTZCP11 CAMP SURVIVOR ............................................................................GRADES 7-9 .....................JULY 21-26 ................... LINDA FEESER, ANTHONY SMYRECP12 SENIOR HIGH..................................................................................GRADES 10-12 .................JULY 21-26 ................... STEVEN LIVERMORECP13 SPIRIT ADVENTURE CAMP ...............................................................GRADES 1-6 .....................JULY 28-AUGUST 2 ....... CHRISTY SALIARIS, JAKE WAYBRIGHTCP14 THE APPLES OF GOD’S EYE ..............................................................GRADES 1-6 .....................AUGUST 4-9 ............... KATHY SMYERS, KAYLA SMYERSCP15 EXTREME FOR JESUS .......................................................................GRADES 3-5 .....................AUGUST 11-16 ............. ALAN STROCK, DEB KORETSKYCP16 JUNIOR HIGH .................................................................................GRADES 6-9 .....................AUGUST 11-16 ............. MIKE FITZPATRICK

gReene hillsGH20 MAKING MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT ..............................LADIES 18+ .....................FEBRUARY 15-18 .......... NANCY BARNETT AND SUSAN ROYER GH21 GOD’S DAUGHTERS ........................................................................LADIES 20+ .....................APRIL 5-7 ..................... PAM WESTERHOLD AND JOANNA RENNERGH22 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREAT ..................................................COUPLES ..........................APRIL 19-21 ................. PASTOR DONALD SMITH SPIRITUAL SOJOURN ON THE LITTLE JUNIATA RIVER ......................AGES 14- ADULT ..............MAY 18-19 ................... DONNA EGBERT, EHREN TEETER, ROB VISSCHER GH1 DAD & ME .......................................................................................AGES 4-8 ..........................JUNE 15-16 .................. TBDGH2 SOCCER ACADEMY I ........................................................................GRADES 2-5 .....................JUNE 16-21 .................. KYLE DOVERSPIKEGH3 SOCCER ACADEMY II .......................................................................GRADES 6-10 ...................JUNE 16-21 .................. RON DOVERSPIKEGH4 THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME! – MUSIC THEATER CAMP ..............GRADES 7-12 ...................JUNE 23-29 .................. MICHELLE WHITLOCK, ROBERT KILMERGH5 BE A FAMOUS KID! – MUSIC CAMP ................................................GRADES 3-6 .....................JULY 7-13 ..................... BARRY & JONI ROBISON, STEVE NOSSGH6 GRANDPARENTS & ME ....................................................................AGES 6-9 ..........................JULY 7-9 ....................... DAVID & JEAN NORRISGH7 ELEMENTARY ...................................................................................GRADES 4-6 .....................JULY 14-19 ................... TBDGH8 FAITH QUEST...................................................................................GRADES 3-5 .....................JULY 21-24 ................... ERIC SHAFER, LINDA KEISLING

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GH9 GOD’S KIDS – GO FOR THE GOLD! – SPECIAL NEEDS .....................AGES 18-70 ......................JULY 21-25 ................... JOHN GODISSART, MARTHA SYKESGH10 GOD OF WONDERS .........................................................................GRADES 4-7 .....................AUGUST 4-9 ................. JAY JONES, JASON GUILLAUMEGH23 MAKING MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT ..............................LADIES 18+ .....................SEPTEMBER 19-22 ........ NANCY BARNETT AND SUSAN ROYER

mount asBuRyMA20 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND ...............................................COUPLES ..........................APRIL 12-14 ................. PASTOR JOHN KRATZMA1 RADICAL ROAMING – MOM & ME ..................................................AGES 4-8 ..........................JUNE 17-18 .................. JUDI DUNKELBERGERMA2 DAD & ME .......................................................................................AGES 4-8 ..........................JUNE 22-23 .................. ANNE HORTONMA21 PHOTOGRAPHY AS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE .....................................ADULTS ............................JULY 11-13 ................... SUSAN HAY MA22 ENNEAGRAM RETREAT ....................................................................ADULTS ............................JULY 15-16 ................... DR. JOHN C. HAYESMA3 MOTHER/DAUGHTER FUN DAYS! .....................................................AGES 8-12 ........................JULY 8-10 ..................... CHERYL BOLANDMA4 MOM & ME .....................................................................................AGES 4-8 ..........................JULY 13-14 ................... GINGER BAKER-BETZMA5 RADICALLY DIFFERENT FAMILY CAMP .............................................INTERGENERATIONAL ......JULY 25-27 ................... LAURA & SHAWN GINGRICHMA23 CLERGY SPOUSE RETREAT ................................................................ADULTS ............................OCTOBER 4-5 ............... PASTOR BARBARA YORKSMA24 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND ...............................................COUPLES ..........................NOVEMBER 1-3 ............ PASTOR JOHN KRATZ

Wesley foRestWF20 SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT ...............................................................LADIES 18+ .....................APRIL 12-14 ................. BARBARA DEARINGWF21 QUILT RETREAT ...............................................................................LADIES 18+ .....................APRIL 19-21 ................. DEB KERR AND KATHY NASH WF1 THIS IS THE CAMP FOR YOU! ..........................................................GRADES 4-6 .....................JUNE 16-21 .................. MARK MESSNER, SHANNA WAGNERWF2 LET US LIFT SONGS OF PRAISE – MUSIC CAMP ...............................GRADES 7-12 ...................JUNE 16-22 .................. RICK ROBINSON, DEBBIE PEPPLEWF3 SPECIAL NEEDS ...............................................................................AGES 15-35 ......................JUNE 23-27 .................. NICK & MARLANIA PANZER, ANNIE LOWERYWF4 EXPERIENCE HIS PRESENCE .............................................................GRADES 8-12 ...................JUNE 30-JULY 5 ........... PAM WESTERHOLD, AMANDA FORTNEYWF5 CAMP SPLASH! ................................................................................GRADES 4-6 .....................JULY 7-12 ..................... DAVID POOLE, JASON SCHWARTZMANWF6 BEST WEEK OF YOUR LIFE! ..............................................................GRADES 7-9 .....................JULY 7-12 ..................... JESSICA DIMOFF QUERRYWF7 RADICALLY FUN FOR CHRIST ...........................................................GRADES 3-6 .....................JULY 14-19 ................... RYAN GEPHART, CAROLYN SHADEWF8 ROOT ‘N’ ROCK ..............................................................................GRADES 7-12 ...................JULY 14-19 ................... DAVID POOLEWF9 ELEMENTARY ...................................................................................GRADES 3-6 .....................JULY 21-26 ................... LUKE & CINDY ELLENBERGER WF10 ADVENTURES IN THE MEANING OF LIFE .........................................GRADES 7-12 ...................JULY 21-26 ................... RICH MORRIS, JAMES BRUMBAUGHWF11 RADICALLY DIFFERENT ....................................................................GRADES 3-6 .....................JULY 28-AUGUST 2 ....... KEVIN BROPHYWF12 JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH ....................................................................GRADES 7-12 ...................JULY 28-AUGUST 2 ....... BRENT SALSGIVERWF13 WACKY WEEK OF WATER, WORSHIP & WOW .................................GRADES 2-6 .....................AUGUST 4-9 ................. KELLEY PRICE, TERI MATHIASWF14 GOD’S DAUGHTERS ........................................................................LADIES 20+ .....................AUGUST 4-6 ................. PAM WESTERHOLD, AMANDA FORTNEY, SANDY SHARPWF15 CALLED BY NAME ............................................................................YOUNG ADULTS 18+ .......AUGUST 7-10 ............... PAM WESTERHOLD, MICHELLE SCHWARTZMANWF16 PENNS CREEK MINI MONARCHS .....................................................GRADES 1-2 .....................AUGUST 11-14 ............. KATHY WEILAND, IRENAY WEAVERWF22 FALL FOLIAGE RETREAT, ...................................................................ADULTS 50+....................SEPT 30-OCT 2 ............. ANNE HORTON

NOTE: Events in this color are adult and intergenerational events Descriptions of each event can be found at www.susumcamps.org

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It is easier than ever to apply for a paid or volunteer position at camp. If you are interested in a paid position, go to www.susumcamps.org, “Resources & Forms” and print an application. Mail your completed application to the Site Director at the camp where you wish to work. (Addresses on site pages)

People we are looking for include:

Camp Penn Lifeguard, Craft Person, Maintenance, Kitchen Staff

Greene HillsLifeguard, Craft Person,

Challenge Course Person, Maintenance

Wesley ForestLifeguard, Nature Resource,

Challenge Course Person, Maintenance

If you want to be a volunteer for a particular camp session, you may send your application to the Dean of that particular week. If you want to be a volunteer, but don’t know which session, contact the Camp & Retreat Ministry Office at 800-874-8474 or camps@susumc.org.

Site Directors Each of the camp sites is managed by a site director who is present throughout the entire camping season, managing the care of the site and providing a clean, safe and hospitable environment for all campers.

Deans These adults, including both clergy and lay people, provide leadership and supervision for one camp event. They recruit, train and supervise the counselors for their session of camp and plan and lead the worship experiences.

Counselors Counselors are adults, 18 years of age or older, who are responsible for the direct supervision of the campers. Assistant counselors ages 16 and 17 are allowed to assist with the elementary camps, but do not have supervisory responsibilities.

Summer Staff These young adults work at camp before, during and after the campers attend to ensure a safe and clean physical environment. They serve as lifeguards, supervise the challenge courses, staff the nature resource programs, and perform many other vital duties. They work under the supervision of the site directors.

All staff and volunteers responsible for overnight supervision of campers are 18 years old or older, and at least five years older than the oldest youth under their supervision.

Camping offiCeAnne Horton

Director, Camp & Retreat Ministryahorton@susumc.org

Kaye Anderson Administrative Assistant

kanderson@susumc.org

303 Mulberry DrivePO Box 2053, Mechanicsburg,

PA 17055-2053Toll-free: 800-874-8474

Office: 717-766-7441 Fax: 717-766-5976

E-mail: camps@susumc.org

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www.susumcamps.orgWhy Register Online? It’s fast, easy and the best way to guarantee your camper gets into the camp session that fits your family and church calendar. Once you register and pay, your camper is in. If you need to change your camper’s session later, a session transfer can usually be made at no extra cost … as long as space is available in the session you want.

To register for camp, visit www.susumcamps.org and click on the camper registration link provided. We have a new online registration provider this year. If you have registered online in previous years, you will need to create a new account.

Paper registrations can be printed from the website and mailed. Paper registrations will be processed in the order they are received, and by then the camp may be full!

Register ONLINE today!

NOTE: Additional registration materials may be requested by contacting the Camping Office at camps@susumc.org or by calling 1-800-874-8474 ext. 3602.

There are two levels of fees for most of our summer camp events, based on when you register: by April 8, 2013, and after April 8, 2013. You will see the fees for these events listed as in the following example: by April 8 after April 8

CP12 Senior High Grades 10-12 July 21-26 $325 $345

This means that, if you register by April 8, you will pay the lower price listed, in this case $325 for the week of Senior High camp; if you register April 9 or later, you would pay the second amount listed of $345. Please note: All mailed applications must be postmarked NO LATER THAN April 8 to receive the lower rate.

Events that are exempt from this pricing are the family camp events and the adult retreats. Those prices are fixed.

online Camp Registration fee structure

While you will find basic information about camp events in this brochure, more complete

descriptions of each event can be found at our website

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Camp pennDavid Hykes, Site Director

8005 Old Forge RoadPO Box 511

Waynesboro, PA 17268Camp: 717-762-2693

Fax: 717-762-0080camppenn@susumc.org

Camp Penn is located in the southern part of Pennsylvania

near Waynesboro. Across from Old Forge State Park,

it is on the southern edge of Michaux State Forest. The

four large lodges each hold a total of 44 campers. This is dormitory style housing with

single beds and adjoining bathroom facilities. The 40’ by 75’ pool is a sure way to

cool off on a hot summer day, or campers can play

basketball, sand volleyball, or four square. The Craft House

and Canteen are popular features of Camp Penn.

By April 8 After April 8

CP1 MUSIC, DRAMA & WORSHIP ARTS CAMP GRADES 6-12 JUNE 16-22 $375 $395CP2 DISCOVERY CAMP GRADES 3-7 JUNE 23-28 $325 $345CP3 EXPLORERS CAMP I GRADES 1-3 JUNE 23-25 $175 $185CP4 EXPLORERS CAMP II GRADES 1-3 JUNE 26-28 $160 $170CP5 SENIOR HIGH GRADES 9-12 JUNE 30-JULY 5 $325 $345CP6 JUNIOR HIGH GRADES 6-8 JULY 7-12 $325 $345CP7 SENIOR HIGH GRADES 9-12 JULY 7-12 $325 $345CP8 DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME! GRADES 3-7 JULY 14-19 $325 $345CP9 ELEMENTARY MINI GRADES 1-3 JULY 14-16 $175 $185CP10 ELEMENTARY GRADES 4-6 JULY 21-26 $325 $345CP11 CAMP SURVIVOR GRADES 7-9 JULY 21-26 $325 $345CP12 SENIOR HIGH GRADES 10-12 JULY 21-26 $325 $345CP13 SPIRIT ADVENTURE CAMP GRADES 1-6 JULY 28-AUGUST 2 $325 $345CP14 THE APPLES OF GOD’S EYE GRADES 1-6 AUGUST 4-9 $325 $345CP15 EXTREME FOR JESUS GRADES 3-5 AUGUST 11-16 $325 $345CP16 JUNIOR HIGH GRADES 6-9 AUGUST 11-16 $325 $345

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gReene hillsCharles Renner,

Site Director5125 Manor Drive

Alexandria, PA 16611Camp: 814-669-4212

Fax: 814-669-9503

greenehillscamp@susumc.org

Surrounded on three sides by Rothrock State Forest, Greene Hills is located in Huntingdon County near the small village

of Barree. Campers are housed in 9-person cabins

with a centrally-located bathhouse in the Summer

Camp area, or in the Manor, a large lodge with sleeping

facilities for 38 campers. Swim in the pool adjacent to the Manor, play soccer

on the recreation field, hike up to Cathedral Meadows, or try out the 600-square-

foot climbing wall in the Barn. An RV Park is available

April through October with 62 sites; 54 with water and

electric hook-up, and 8 rustic tent camping sites. The RV

Park is located on the banks of the Little Juniata River.

By April 8 After April 8

GH1 DAD & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 15-16 $75 per personGH2 SOCCER ACADEMY I GRADES 2-5 JUNE 16-21 $380 $400GH3 SOCCER ACADEMY II GRADES 6-10 JUNE 16-21 $380 $400GH4 THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME GRADES 7-12 JUNE 23-29 $385 $405 – MUSIC THEATER CAMP GH5 BE A FAMOUS KID! – MUSIC CAMP GRADES 3-6 JULY 7-13 $375 $395GH6 GRANDPARENTS & ME AGES 6-9 JULY 7-9 $115 per personGH7 ELEMENTARY GRADES 4-6 JULY 14-19 $325 $345GH8 FAITH QUEST GRADES 3-5 JULY 21-24 $190 $200GH9 GOD’S KIDS – GO FOR THE GOLD! AGES 18-70 JULY 21-25 $370 $390 – SPECIAL NEEDSGH10 GOD OF WONDERS GRADES 4-7 AUGUST 4-9 $325 $345

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mount asBuRyDaphne Orr, Site Director

1310 Centerville Road Newville, PA 17241

Camp: 717-486-3827 Fax: 717-486-3779

mountasbury@susumc.org

Located 30 miles southwest of Harrisburg near Newville,

Mount Asbury offers peaceful serenity to guests. Asbury

Lodge houses 54 people in motel-style rooms,

each sleeping up to four people. Campers can relax around the fire or go hiking in the woods that surround

the site or on the nearby Appalachian Trail. Other

attractions within five miles include: Pine Grove State

Park where swimming, boating, and an extensive trail system are available options; Kings Gap State Park, a perfect place for

environmental education opportunities. Mount Asbury

is most suited to family and adult events.

MA1 RADICAL ROAMING - MOM & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 17-18 $75 per personMA2 DAD & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 22-23 $75 per personMA3 MOTHER/DAUGHTER FUN DAYS! AGES 8-12 JULY 8-10 $150 per personMA4 MOM & ME AGES 4-8 JULY 13-14 $75 per personMA5 RADICALLY DIFFERENT FAMILY CAMP Families JULY 25-27 $345 per family of 3 or 4; $30 ea. addl person age 12+

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Wesley foRestPat Sullivan, Site Director

58 Wesley Forest LanePO Box 35, Weikert, PA 17885

Camp: 570-922-1348 Fax: 570-922-1334

wesleyforest@susumc.org

Wesley Forest is in western Union County, about halfway between Lewisburg and State

College. This large site has three distinct areas: Penns Creek,

Lakeside Cabins, and White Pine/Hemlock Lodges. Penns Creek Lodge and Annex are located on Penns Creek, noted for its

excellent trout fishing. The 11 Lakeside Cabins (9 per cabin)

surround a large lake in which campers may swim and go

boating. White Pine and Hemlock Lodges are dormitory style with

meeting space in the center. These two lodges give views to

the registration areas and the recreation field. Campers may

experience the challenge course, play on the basketball or sand

volleyball courts, hike on the trails throughout the 440 acres of camp property, or fish in the

lake or Penns Creek.

By April 8 After April 8

WF1 THIS IS THE CAMP FOR YOU! GRADES 4-6 JUNE 16-21 $325 $345WF2 LET US LIFT SONGS OF PRAISE – MUSIC CAMP GRADES 7-12 JUNE 16-22 $375 $395WF3 SPECIAL NEEDS AGES 15-35 JUNE 23-27 $425 $445WF4 EXPERIENCE HIS PRESENCE GRADES 8-12 JUNE 30-JULY 5 $325 $345WF5 CAMP SPLASH! GRADES 4-6 JULY 7-12 $325 $345WF6 BEST WEEK OF YOUR LIFE! GRADES 7-9 JULY 7-12 $325 $345WF7 RADICALLY FUN FOR CHRIST GRADES 3-6 JULY 14-19 $325 $345WF8 ROOT & ROCK GRADES 7-12 JULY 14-19 $325 $345WF9 ELEMENTARY GRADES 3-6 JULY 21-26 $325 $345WF10 ADVENTURES IN THE MEANING OF LIFE GRADES 7-12 JULY 21-26 $325 $345WF11 RADICALLY DIFFERENT GRADES 3-6 JULY 28- AUGUST 2 $325 $345WF12 JR/SR HIGH GRADES 7-12 JULY 28- AUGUST 2 $325 $345WF13 WACKY WEEK OF WATER, WORSHIP & WOW GRADES 2-6 AUGUST 4-9 $325 $345WF14 GOD’S DAUGHTERS LADIES 20+ AUGUST 4-6 $140WF15 CALLED BY NAME YOUNG ADULTS AUGUST 7-10 $175WF16 PENNS CREEK MINI MONARCHS GRADES 1-2 AUGUST 11-14 $180 $190

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adVentuRe CampsADVENTURE CAMP 1 CANOE CAMP $350 by April 8 $370 after April 8 GRADES 7-12 JUNE 9-14 MICHELLE SCHWARTZMANThis camp is radically different than the other camps offered. We paddle the beautiful water trail of the West Branch Susquehanna River while we create a community that works, plays and worships together! Main camping supplies are provided and each day we’ll set up and tear down camp as we’re on to the next phase of our adventure. We begin our journey in Shawville, PA and paddle about 65 miles to Hyner PA. By the end, you will be Radically Different!! Good swimming ability is REQUIRED. Previous canoe experience NOT necessary; learn as we go! Campers arrive at Shawville UMC on Sunday, June 9, between 4-5 p.m. Our takeout will take place at Hyner Bridge (access) about 4 p.m. on Friday, June 14.

ADVENTURE CAMP 2 BOUNDARY WATERS $850 GRADES 8- ADULT JULY 20-27 ANNE HORTONThe Boundary Waters are a wonderful, majestic beauty to experience for the first time or with friends and family. This year the Boundary Waters event is for grades 8 through adult so a parent could attend with their child. We will fly out either Saturday or Sunday, arriving at Camp KoWaKan, Ely, MN (Conference Camp within Minnesota Annual Conference), and learn some basic canoeing skills we will use for the week. We will stay at KoWaWan that night, then head out to be on the water for four nights. We will return to KoWaKan by mid-day on Friday and return to PA by Saturday. There will be opportunities for learning about nature, relaxing, and enjoying the beauty of God’s creation. You will spend your time outdoors, sleep in a tent, cook outdoors, and enjoy exploring God’s creation. It is our hope you and/or a family member will consider this great opportunity to experience the BWCAW together.

GREENE HILLS SPIRITUAL SOJOURN ON THE LITTLE JUNIATA RIVER $75 per person AGES 14- ADULT MAY 18-19 DONNA EGBERT, EHREN TEETER & ROB VISSCHERParticipants must be 14 years of age and a practiced beginner in kayaking or canoeing. Participants will be expected to transport their own boats. Leaders will help with transportation and organizing carpooling. Go to www.susumcamps.org/rv/Spiritual Sojourn. Print and complete a registration form, medical form, and release form. Mail to: Greene Hills Family Campground & RV Park, 6270 Barree Rd, Alexandria, PA 16611 along with credit card information or check made payable to SUSUMC. speCial needs Camps

GREENE HILLS 9 GOD’S KIDS-GO FOR THE GOLD! $370 by April 8 $390 after April 8 SPECIAL NEEDS CAMP AGES 18-70 JULY 21-25 JOHN GODISSART & MARTHA SYKESSpecial needs adults are welcomed to come and “go for the gold” as we keep our eyes on Jesus and run the race in the beautiful setting of Greene Hills. Many campers call this their favorite week of the entire year. Campers participate in a wide variety of activities including swimming, hiking, crafts, fishing, Bible study, worship, games, Water Olympics, dancing, cruising on Raystown Lake, and much more. Campers should be ambulatory and have a certain level of independence. For more information call John Godissart, Camp Dean at 717-485-4815.

WESLEY FOREST 3 SPECIAL NEEDS CAMP $425 by April 8 $445 after April 8 AGES 15-35 JUNE 23-27 ANNIE LOWERY, MARLANIA & NICK PANZER Acceptance will be based on the nature of the handicap and availability of counselors, with consideration given to the order of receipt of registrations. Limited camperships are available upon request. For further information, contact one of the following deans: Annie at 717-880-9735; Don at 717-993-2626; Marlania at 717-891-6619; Nicholas at 717-586-8600; or Virginia at 717-741-3462. Registration is on Sunday from 2-4 p.m.; the camp closes on Thursday evening at 6 p.m.

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musiC CampsCAMP PENN 1 NEW! MUSIC, DRAMA AND WORSHIP ARTS CAMP $375 by April 8 $395 after April 8 GRADES 6-12 JUNE 16-22 PETER RASERComing this summer! What do you get when you combine music, drama, dance and art? You get the place to be this summer! Bring your instruments, voices, inner actor and creativity to the beauty of a June day at Camp Penn. Experience what happens as we learn to follow Jesus together; as we grow and become radically different together; as we explore living life in an exciting new way together. Music, drama and worship arts: it’s not your parent’s music camp. Come make it your own! This camp is for those entering 7th grade through those who have just graduated as seniors. This event begins at 3 p.m. Sunday; it concludes on Saturday at 10 a.m.

GREENE HILLS 4 THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME! MUSIC THEATER CAMP $385 by April 8 $405 after April 8 GRADES 7-12 JUNE 23-29 MICHELLE WHITLOCK & ROBERT KILMERJoin us at Music Theater Camp as we present a shortened Young Performer’s Edition of The Wizard of Oz, complete with all the familiar songs from the movie and original musical. We’ll travel the yellow brick road in our worship and Bible study times as we explore the themes of the musical including the truth that there is no place like home… with God. Our daily activities include theater and music coaching, practices for the show, regular camp activities, set design, costume creation, and lots of fun theater games. The week begins with registration at 2pm on Sunday June 23rd and concludes with a performance for our families on Saturday morning June 29th at 9 a.m.

GREENE HILLS 5 BE A FAMOUS KID! MUSIC CAMP $375 by April 8 $395 after April 8 GRADES 3-6 JULY 7-13 BARRY & JONI ROBISON, STEVE NOSSJoin us at elementary music camp this year, where we will learn and perform the children’s musical “Famous Kids of the Bible.” Shortly after you register at camp on Sunday, July 7 (2:30-4:00 p.m.), you will meet a hilarious character, Zack, who will introduce you to Sam, Jerry, Dave, Jon, Rhoda, and the No Names — all of whom were famous kids in Biblical times. In addition to learning the musical, we will climb the rock wall, hike in the creek, compete in Olympics, stage our annual Talent Show, swim, do crafts, and much more. We will perform the musical three times — Friday afternoon at an area nursing home; Friday night for folks at the RV Park and the camp staff; and Saturday morning , July 13, at 9 a.m. in the camp barn for your parents and families when they come to pick you up. If you enjoy singing and acting, this camp is perfect for you!! We invite you to join us ... and bring a friend or two!!!

WELSEY FOREST 2 LET US LIFT SONGS OF PRAISE! MUSIC CAMP $375 by April 8 $395 after April 8 GRADES 7-12 JUNE 16-22 RICK ROBINSON & DEBBIE PEPPLEMusic camp teaches, affirms, and spreads the Gospel through the means of contemporary Christian and worship music. Our camp choir is accompanied by a praise band made up of campers and staff. Music is comprised of selections by artists such as Casting Crowns, Matt Redman, Matthew West, Chris Tomlin, tobyMac, and Christy Nockles. Campers form a tight-knit community that not only helps to make their week at camp transformational but provides them with a network of believers during the rest of the year and in most instances, the rest of their life! Campers have the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy God’s creation through hiking, swimming, boating, field games, and crafts. In addition, they learn to identify and develop their spiritual gifts and leadership skills by helping to plan and lead morning devotions and evening vespers and by participating in annual service projects. Registration begins at 3 p.m. Sunday and the closing concert begins at 10 a.m. Saturday.

NOTE: ALL MUSIC CAMPS END SATURDAY MORNING AT 10AM

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adult & inteRgeneRational eVentsgReene hillsGH20 MAKING MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT LADIES 18+ FEBRUARY 15-18 NANCY BARNETT & SUSAN ROYER $155 3 nights; $115 2 nightsGH21 GOD’S DAUGHTERS LADIES 20+ APRIL 5-7 PAM WESTERHOLD & JOANNA RENNER $91 per personGH SPIRITUAL SOJOURN ON AGES 14- ADULT MAY 18-19 DONNA EGBERT, EHREN TEETER $75 per person THE LITTLE JUNIATA RIVER & ROB VISSCHERGH1 DAD & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 15-16 TBD $75 per personGH6 GRANDPARENTS & ME AGES 6-9 JULY 7-9 DAVID AND JEAN NORRIS $115 per personGH9 GOD’S KIDS - GO FOR THE GOLD AGES 18-70 JULY 21-25 JOHN GODISSART & MARTHA SYKES $370 before April 8; - SPECIAL NEEDS CAMP $390 after April 8GH22 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREAT COUPLES APRIL 19-21 PASTOR DONALD SMITH $250 per coupleGH23 MAKING MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT LADIES 18+ SEPTEMBER 19-22 NANCY BARNETT & SUSAN ROYER $155 3 nights; $115 2 nights

mount asBuRyMA20 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND ADULTS APRIL 12-14 PASTOR JOHN KRATZ $250 per coupleMA1 RADICAL ROAMING - MOM & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 17-18 JUDI DUNKELBERGER $75 per personMA2 DAD & ME AGES 4-8 JUNE 22-23 ANNE HORTON $75 per personMA3 MOTHER/DAUGHTER FUN DAYS AGES 8-12 JULY 8-10 CHERYL BOLAND $150 per personMA4 MOM & ME AGES 4-8 JULY 13-14 GINGER BAKER-BETZ $75 per personMA5 RADICALLY DIFFERENT FAMILY CAMP INTERGENERATIONAL JULY 25-27 SHAWN & LAURA GINGRICH $345 family 3-4; $30 ea add’l person age 12+MA21 PHOTOGRAPHY AS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE AGE JULY 11-13 SUSAN HAY $250 per personMA22 ENNEAGRAM RETREAT ADULTS JULY 15-16 DR. JOHN C. HAYES $160 per personMA23 CLERGY SPOUSE RETREAT ADULTS OCTOBER 4-5 PASTOR BARBARA YORKS Double $85; Triple $77; Quad $70; Commuter $35MA24 MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND ADULTS NOVEMBER 1-3 PASTOR JOHN KRATZ $250 per couple

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adult & inteRgeneRational eVentsWesley foRestWF3 SPECIAL NEEDS AGES 15-35 JUNE 23-27 ANNIE LOWERY, MARLANIA $425 before April 8; & NICK PANZER $445 after April 8

WF14 GOD’S DAUGHTERS CAMP LADIES 20+ AUGUST 4-6 PAM WESTERHOLD, AMANDA FORTNEY $140 per person & SANDY SHARP

WF15 CALLED BY NAME YOUNG ADULTS CAMP ADULTS 18+ AUGUST 7-10 PAM WESTERHOLD & MICHELLE SCHWARTZMAN $175 per person WF20 SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT LADIES 18+ APRIL 12-14 BARBARA DEARING $105 per person, 2 nights; $35 commuter day rateWF21 QUILT RETREAT LADIES 18+ APRIL 19-21 DEB KERR & KATHY NASH $160 per personWF22 FALL FOLIAGE RETREAT ADULTS 50+ SEP 30- OCT 2 ANNE HORTON $110 per person

Descriptions of each event can be found at www.susumcamps.org

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Biblepaper and

pencil pillow

bedding for a twin-bed mattress

2 changes of clothes

per daysweatshirt for

cool times appropriate

sleepwearbathing suit

rain gear

2 pairs of comfortable shoes flip-flops creek-wading shoes toiletries towels sunscreen insect repellant water bottle plastic bags for wet clothes

All electronic gadgetry: radios, mp3 players, cell phones, video

game systems, etc. Candy, snacks or soda ...

We will make sure you have plenty of food at camp!

All knives and sharp implements.

If any of these items do make it to camp, they will spend the

week in the Site Director’s office, to be returned to you

as you leave camp at the end of the week.

Most of our activities take

place outdoors and require

active, physical participation.

However, the more strenuous

activities are usually scheduled in the mornings and in the late afternoons to

avoid the summer sun.

Here are just some of the

activities offered at camp: Hiking Crafts

Challenge Course Capture the Flag

SwimmingClimbing Wall

CampfiresCreek StompingA Night under

the Stars

7:00 am Wake up8:00 am Breakfast

8:45 am Camp Clean Up9:15 am Family Group Activities & Bible Study

12:00 pm Lunch1:00 pm Rest Time

2:00 pm Family Group Activities/ Camp-wide

Activities5:00 pm Dinner

6:00 pm Camp-wide Activities

8:00 pm Vespers9:00 pm Cabin Devotions

10:00 pm Lights Out (Elementary)

11:00 pm Lights Out (Jr. and Sr. High)

Children, youth and adults participating in the Susquehanna Conference Camping Program are expected to dress in a manner consistent with their calling as children of God.

Do not pack clothing that is immodest or that displays offensive language or images. For girls, no short shorts, no bare midriffs, no halter tops or spaghetti straps. For boys, no sagging pants, and shirts must be worn at all times unless at the pool/lake or playing water games.

At the pool/lake, one piece bathing suits for females and swim trunks for males. Note: Females may wear a two piece bathing suit at the pool if the top has fabric that covers the midriff.

As the responsible agent of the Camping and Retreats Commission, the Camp Dean, in consultation with the Site Director, is responsible to discern the appropriateness of apparel worn at their camp. In discussing potentially inappropriate apparel with a person wearing it, care and sensitivity will be taken. In all cases, the discretion of the Director of Camp & Retreat Ministry is to be final.

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skye lake Camp & RetReat CenteRSky Lake has been providing Christian camp experiences since 1947. Open year-round, Sky Lake’s mission is to empower individuals and churches to live out the Gospel by strengthening personal commitment to faithful living within home, church, community, and world.

Sky Lake has a variety of elementary, junior high, senior high, intergenerational, and special needs camps on the schedule for 2013. Camps will run each week from June 23 to August 9, 2013.

To learn more visit their website at www.skylakecenter.org or contact the Sky Lake Office directly at 607-467-2750 or e-mail info@skylakecenter.org

WilliamspoRt distRiCt mini Camp HIS THOUSAND HILLS, WELLSBORO GRADES 4-12 SUMMER 2013

For more information about this event contact theWilliamsport District Office

Jill Johnston, District Secretaryjjohnston@susumc.org

570-323-7452

www.skylakecenter.org

Q. May a camper request a bunkmate?A. In most cases, a camper may request one bunkmate for their week, but bunkmate requests are not guaranteed. This decision is left up to the Deans of each camp. Bunkmates must be in the same age-level group and of the same gender. Assignments are generally made two weeks before the campers arrive. Campers involved must request each other on the camper registration form.

Q. May I register for an event in an age level other than the one that I should?A. No. Program content is designed to be appropriate for a specific age group. An attempt is made to stay faithful to the age level so that campers don’t have an unhappy time dealing with activities that are not designed for their developmental level.

Q. What does a camper do at a Susquehanna Conference Summer Camp?A. Each week of camp is unique, but all have similar features. All camps provide a wide variety of activities such as swimming, athletics, Bible Study, worship, hikes, nature study, and more. A paid summer staff works together with weekly volunteers to create an environment of faith and fellowship. Every program will take advantage of the natural surroundings, develop a community, and worship God in a Christian camping setting.

Q. Should a camper bring money to camp?A. Crafts and snacks are included in the price for all of our camps. Camp Penn does offer extra crafts and snacks for a fee. Each site has a camp store where items may be purchased on the opening or closing day.

Q. If I am registered for an event, may I change to another one?A. Yes, as long as there is an opening in the new event. Call the Camping Office to request a change or e-mail camps@susumc.org

Q. What happens if I register for camp and cannot attend?A. You must notify the Camping Office immediately in order to get a refund. Full refunds are given up to two weeks before the start of camp, subject to a $50 processing fee. Cancellations within the two weeks prior to the event are only refunded in cases of documented medical concern or death in the family which prohibits attendance. In order to receive this refund, the Camping Office must be notified immediately of any accident or illness, followed by a written request with an accompanying doctor’s excuse within one week. No refunds will be made for any reason after the start of the camp event.

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Q. What about homesickness?A. A very important goal of our camping program is a sense of community throughout the camp session. This leads to new friendships, self-expression, and self-confidence in our campers. On occasion, this doesn’t happen within the first day or so. A big concern for parents is obviously homesickness. According to a groundbreaking study by psychologist and camping proponent Chris Thurber, 83% of the campers studied (ages 8-16) reported homesickness for at least one day of camp. The important thing for parents, campers, and staff to remember is that homesickness is a natural feeling and can be overcome in almost all instances. When a camper overcomes their homesickness and stays for the remainder of the camp session, they feel a sense of accomplishment and confidence that will positively influence their ability to overcome other obstacles in life. For more on how to plan for this possibility, visit www.campparents.org

Q. Why can’t campers receive or make phone calls?A. With several types of camps often operating at the same time, we can have over 100 people on site. With activities planned from the time campers arrive until the time they leave, it would be highly disruptive to all campers to stop the group for a few to make or take phone calls. As well, if we allowed campers to call home or parents to check in throughout the week, we’d be undermining their potential to grow over the course of the camp session. Parents are encouraged to write letters which the campers receive at mail call. Campers are encouraged to write home.

Q. Why leave cell phones at home?A. We insist that campers leave their cell phones at home, or turn them in to camp deans at registration, to be returned at the end of camp. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Camp is a time to focus on their walk with Christ. If campers are taking time to text or IM friends back home, their focus is not on their relationship with God or making friendships with others. If parents need to be in touch for any reason, they can call the particular camp at any time and the Site Directors will relay the message in a timely manner.

Q. As a parent, where can I find more resources to help me prepare for my child’s time at summer camp?A. The American Camp Association has a great on-line resource for parents choosing a summer camp and preparing their kids for this experience. Visit www.campparents.org. If this FAQ page has not answered all of your questions specific to the Susquehanna Conference Summer Camps, please e-mail camps@susumc.org, or call us at 1-800-874-8474.

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