Youth Ministry Trip with Echo Ranch

Bible Camp Haines, Alaska

Echo Ranch Bible Camp in Juneau, AK

began in 1964 as the result of the vision of

Allen and Catherine McMurchie who want-

ed their homestead to serve the youth of

Southeast Alaska. But before that, in 1948,

Rainbow Glacier Camp was started by the

Presbyterian church in Haines, AK and

continued to operate until 2017, when it

was given to Echo Ranch Bible Camp. Sit-

uated 6 miles from Haines on Paradise

Cove, with the stunning view of Rainbow

Glacier and over 50 acres of wilderness, it

provides a wonderful opportunity for Haines

and beyond to experience God. It is our

mission to develop this camp in ways that

will increase the opportunity for ministry

locally and beyond.

Haines: The Adventure Capital of Alaska

Haines, Alaska is like no other destination. With fascinating history, intri-

guing culture, breathtaking scenery, and adventure to last a lifetime,

there’s no question that the time you spend when you visit Haines will be

enjoyed and remembered for years to come.

Fun Facts:

Haines is home to the historical US Military Base, Fort William H.

Seward, over 100 years old.

Population is 2400 people, 1897 dogs, 4000 eagles (in fall), and 260

species of birds.

Haines and Skagway are 14 miles apart by water, 350 miles by road,

which is the Golden Circle Route.

The Disney movie “White Fang” was filmed entirely in Haines.

Both the Big Nugget Mine and the Porcupine Mine, featured in

Discovery Channel’s “Gold Rush” show, are located in Haines.

Echo Ranch Haines, formerly Rainbow Glacier Camp

Experience

Alaska.

Experience God.

This trip is for those who:

Are ready to get out of their comfort zone and “rough it” in Alaska.

Want to grow in their faith while sharing God's love with others.

Enjoy working alongside local ministries in reaching their communities.

This is a trip anyone would jump at! It is an incredible opportunity for a church to share the Gospel with unsaved young people, while mentoring their own youth.

Our Staff will provide:

Special speaker for worship sessions

Three meals a day

Ministry into the community and service projects around camp, such as helping churches with VBS, painting, clearing hiking trails, cleaning, and more

Playground & recreational equipment (zip line, volleyball, archery, hatchet throwing, Frisbee, etc)

Coordination of special events

What’s the Cost of This Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip?

If you choose to book a youth trip to Haines, we will work with you to

determine the price for your unique group. Costs will vary depending on

dates, trip focus, etc, but here are some per-person averages:

*Roundtrip airfare to Juneau: $700 (average, depends on location & dates) *Food while overnight in Juneau: Team’s responsibility *Roundtrip ferry to Haines: $100 (approximate) *Stay at camp: $50 a day *Optional Special Activities: -2 hour kayak trip on Chilkoot Lake: $50

-Visit to Skagway: $75

Average per Person: $1,200

We also have materials available to help your students with fundraising!

Will you join us, as together

we experience God by

sharing His love?

EchoRanch.org Haines

EchoRanchHaines@avmi.org

Experience Alaska: Wake up in the

morning to the view and sound of

Rainbow Glacier, have a moose or bear

walk through the camp, hike in the

wilderness and take a kayak on a glacier

filled lake.

• Experience God through His creation

and be challenged to have a personal,

growing relationship with Him through

the ministry of our special speaker and

team of dedicated staff.

• Experience Serving: Get involved with

local churches in their ministry to the

youth, help with community outreach,

and work with camp projects.

Church youth groups of up to 40 people

(including chaperones) are welcome!

Your team will provide:

Chaperones and supervision during all activities and projects

Music / singers for worship sessions

Coordination of team devotions and recreation time

Qualified life guard

Background checks for team members over 18

Medical care and insurance

Sample Daily Schedule (flexible!):

7:00 AM - Wake up, devotions, breakfast

8:30 AM - Worship Session

9:30 AM - Begin service project

12:30 PM - Lunch break

3:00 PM - Afternoon recreation activities

5:30 PM - Dinner

6:30 PM - Worship Session

8:00 PM - Evening activity

10:30 PM - Bed time