United Church of God Edmonton,Canada

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1 United Church of God Edmonton,Canada (July 18 July 22, 2018) The United Church of God of Edmonton, Children s Summer Camp is a four-day spiritual and physical learning adventure for our young. At this camp, we hope to teach and encourage our children to live by God s Fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:20. We hope to encourage strong friendship bonds between our children and to teach them lessons in responsibility, independence, and interdependence. We aspire to give them a love of nature and God s creation, as we spend time outdoors. Most of all, we hope to provide them a wonderful opportunity, full of fun, adventure, and God s spirit. Camp Wildrose has a vision of God s people growing together in unity, harmony, interdependence and most of all, Godly love. As a church family, we can use this camp opportunity to develop our spiritual characters, our God given gifts and talents, and find avenues to use and practice Godly love.

2 INFORMATION PAGE Summer camp dates Wednesday, July 18 Sunday, July 22, 2018 *Volunteers should plan to arrive on Wednesday, July 18th, before 2 p.m. (Early is better, in order for volunteers to settle in and learn their responsibilities.) *Camp will commence at 3:00 p.m. with an orientation meeting and welcome. Camp dismissal will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. Attendees *This camp is for boys and girls ages five through fifteen. Children under the age of 6, must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian. Our oldest youth will be encouraged to help and support the younger, and help out in camp duties. Families are welcome to attend. We are a family camp! Junior Volunteers (age 16-18) Those ages 16 to 18 are welcome to attend as Junior Volunteers, but must complete a criminal record check. Junior Volunteers will be responsible for assisting campers in their activities, carrying out various camp maintenance chores, and planning and organizing the final camp picnic bash. However, our junior volunteers will also have their own scheduled activity sessions in archery, canoeing, dance lessons and sports. As well, a teen bible study and evening social hour will be planned. Volunteers *Those over the age of 16 must submit a criminal record check that is current within the last 3 years. All paperwork pertaining to volunteer positions must be filled out, signed and submitted prior to camp s starting date. Location *The summer camp is located on the Davis farm, near the hamlet of Darwell, Alberta, west of Edmonton. Please for directions if needed.

3 Contact information: Camp coordinator: Susan Davis home: (780) text: (780) David and Evelyn Davis: home: (780) Mr. Robert Berendt (retired Edmonton pastor): home: (780) Mr. Michael Erickson (Edmonton pastor) home: (250) Cell: (250) Registration (for campers and volunteers) Registration deadline: May 30 th, Registration can be completed online at ucgedmonton.org Camp information can be found online. As well, you can access printable signature required forms for both volunteers and campers. Forms will automatically be ed to you after completing online registration. We request that all registration documents be submitted prior to the deadline date of May 30, Mail signature required consent forms to: Susan Davis P.O. Box 69 Darwell, Alberta T0E 0L0 Please be sure to fill out, sign and submit the following forms: -Waiver of Liability for campers and volunteers (one per person) -Volunteer Supplement for Youth Program (x2) -Participation Agreement for Youth Leaders -Original or photocopy of a Criminal Record Check from your local RCMP (current within 3 years) -Photo consent form (one per family) -Volunteer Contract Agreement (one per volunteer) -Camper Contract Agreement (one per camper)

4 Fee Information *Camper fees per family are as follows: 1 child $ children $ or more children $ There is no fee for volunteers, but donations are appreciated. Please make cheques payable to: Evelyn Davis Financial assistance is available for those in need. Please contact your local pastor or Mr. Erickson.

5 CAMP INFORMATION V SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS The campers are accommodated in 8-person tents and are grouped according to age and sex. An adult supervisor will be assigned to each tent. Children under the age of 7 will sleep in housing or RVs with adult supervision. Volunteers who are not tent supervisors will be accommodated elsewhere. There is plenty of room for additional tents, RVs and campers. However, there are no hook-up facilities, other than power. CAMP ACTIVITIES Here is a list of the main camp activities that are provided. Please consider this list when registering to volunteer. Canoeing Archery Volleyball Ultimate Frisbee Soccer Arts and crafts Teamwork Challenges Orienteering Christian Living Lessons Parachute Games Nature exploration and survival skills Volleyball ELECTRONICS No electronics of any kind are allowed at camp in the camper s possession. This includes gaming devices, ipods, ipads, laptops, and phones. Digital cameras are allowed, but may not be connected to an electronic device. (ie. You may not use your phone as a camera.) Permission to call home will always be granted to children wishing to speak to a parent/guardian. As well, parents/guardians can contact the camp for any information regarding their children at any time. Adult volunteers should have cell phones with them at all times. However, there is to be no posting of pictures on social media sites during camp, and permission must be gained by the child/children s parents before posting

6 pictures on social media sites. Our camp photographer will be sure to make pictures and video available to everyone after camp. REQUIRED ITEMS A complete packing list is included in the registration package, but there are a few items that are crucial. A warm sleeping bag and extra blankets if needed (Alberta nights are often cool even in July) Comfortable sleeping mat or cot Lifejacket (necessary for canoeing activity) Plastic dishes set including cutlery in a mesh bag Running shoes (no sandals or flip flops) Rain gear including rubber boots Jackets and sweaters/hoodies Water bottle labelled with name MEDICATION Please do not send common medications to camp with your child. Although your child may be of a responsible age to administer medication to themselves, keeping medication within their personal belongings is a safety/risk factor when other children are present. The following is a list of common medications we will have on hand. We will always obtain permission from the parent/guardian before administering any oral medications. Tylenol (Children s and Adult) Advil (Children s and Adult) Pepto Bismol and Tums Benadryl (Children s and Adult) Insect bite relief ointment Polysporin Aloe Vera Sunburn relief spray Insect Repellent (OFF Family Spray) EMERGENCY MEDICATIONS AND ALLERGY MEDICATIONS If your child has an allergy or condition that requires emergency medication, please fill out the Medication Consent Form. Please ensure that this medication is sent to camp with detailed instructions. All emergency medication will be kept in a safe, but accessible place. Allergy medications and inhalers will also be kept in a safe place and administered to campers as per instructions. If the parent/guardian is present at camp, these medications will be under their care and administration.