Summer Fun that Changes Lives Camp Omega Summer 2018
introduction Welcome The most valuable gift you can give a child is the opportunity to develop independence, self-worth, leadership, responsibility, and most of all, life-long faith in Jesus Christ. At Camp Omega, children develop a stronger sense of self, others, and God; they learn how to navigate the world successfully; they learn resiliency; and they learn the value of healthy, Christ-centered relationships. Camp Omega Day June 9th In early June, Camp Omega hosts a special Open House opportunity for guests of all ages to experience and celebrate the camp community. Activities include swimming, horse-drawn wagon rides, pontoon boat rides, archery, canoeing, and a FREE picnic-style barbeque. Stay for the day or just stop in to see what camp is all about. This is a FREE event for all ages! Visit www.campomega.org for more information. Leadership Training Camp This leadership training camp gives high school-aged students the tools to succeed and grow in the Christian faith, as well as provide skills to serve as Christian leaders at camp and in the community. Looking for more hands-on leadership experience than this leadership week? Apply to be a Youth Servant Leader (YSL)! YSLs assist counselors in providing for the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of campers. Leadership Training is mandatory for those applying to serve as a YSL. If you have completed your freshman year of high school or are at least 15 years old by June, you can become a YSL this summer by completing the application found at www.campomega.org/youthservant-leader-program. Get ready to make a difference. leadership training Sessions June 10-15 June 17-22 COST: $190 on or before March 1; $200 after March 1 1 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266
Youth Camp There s no better way to spend this summer! Campers grow together in Christian faith and fellowship, build a strong cabin community, and participate in all the traditional fun-filled activities! Campers stay in Cabins or the Retreat Center located on main camp with a bunkmate of their choice. Explorer Camp Sessions (6-8) 6-8 year olds Midweek: 6-8 year olds Weekend: July 15-17 July 22-24 June 15-17 July 20-22 August 12-14 August 3-5 COST: $135 on or before March 1; $145 after March 1 youth camp youth Camp Sessions 9-13 year olds: June 10-15 June 17-22 July 29-August 3 August 5-10 12-15 year olds June 24 29 July 29-August 3 COST: $325 on or before March 1; $335 after March 1 mini youth Camp Sessions 9-13 year olds Midweek (3 nights) July 17-20 July 24-27 August 14-17 COST: $220 on or before March 1; $230 after March 1 9-13 year olds Weekend (2 nights) June 15-17 July 13-15 June 29-July 1 COST: $135 on or before March 1; $145 after March 1 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266 2
family camp Kindercamp Open to children ages 4-6 and an accompanying adult, Kindercamp offers a chance for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, godparents, and even older siblings to spend a weekend away for fun, relaxation, and Christian growth. Enjoy games, campfires, swimming, and family-friendly activities for a weekend of fun memories! kindercamp Sessions June 22-24 August 3-5 August 10-12 COST: $90 on or before March 1; $100 after March 1 Family Creation Camp Families are invited to experience explosions and hands-on activities designed to learn more about God s creation and the Truth of His Word! This event features Brian Young from Creation Instruction Association and is geared specifically for the whole family. family creation camp August 3-5 COST: $100 on or before March 1; $110 after March 1 3 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266
Family Camp Weekend Get the whole Family outdoors for a weekend of relaxation, fun and spiritual renewal! Choose your living quarters! Lodge on main camp in the traditional cabins or choose an outdoor sleeping adventure by staying in an outpost village upon request. No matter your lodging, you will have the opportunity to participate in games, campfires, swimming, archery, Bible studies and much more. family camp weekend Sessions June 22-24 July 27-29 COST: $90 on or before March 1; $100 after March 1 family camp Father & Son Retreat Dads and sons! Take advantage of a weekend get-away to God s country and choose your adventure! Spend the day canoeing or participate in our firearms safety program. No prior shooting experience necessary and a minimum age of 8 years old for either adventure. Father and sons or grandfather and grandsons are welcome. father & son retreat session June 29-July 1 COST: $100 on or before March 1; $110 after March 1 Mother & Daughter Retreat Get ready for a special weekend for moms, daughters, grandmothers, and granddaughters of all ages to relax and have fun in God s creation. Spend time connecting through Bible study, swimming, arts and crafts, boating, sitting around the campfire and so much more. mother & Daughter retreat session August 10-12 COST: $90 on or before March 1; $100 after March 1 Camp for People with Developmental Disabilities Campers enjoy singing, playing games, swimming, Bible study, arts and crafts, devotions, and more. Please request a copy of our camper attendance guidelines if you have questions about enrollment. Check-in time is at 6:30 p.m. Please note: supper is not provided. Camp for People with Developmental Disabilities July 1-4 (Sunday - Wednesday) COST: $245 on or before March 1; $255 after March 1 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266 4
outpost Outpost The Outpost Camp offers campers a unique opportunity to experience life outdoors while lodging in tepees, rustic cabins, covered wagons, or treehouses. Each outpost houses 12-16 campers and is staffed by two counselors. Daily access to restrooms, showers, and a changing area located on main camp, is a short 5-10 minute walk from each outpost. Campers experience all the fun-filled activities as well as outdoor cooking, Bible study and fellowship around the campfire. outpost camp 9-11 year olds June 10-15 (Tepee) June 17-22 (Treehouse) July 15-20 (Tepee) August 5-10 (Treehouse) 11-13 year olds June 10-15 (Treehouse) July 22-27 (Treehouse) August 5-10 (Tepee) 12-15 year olds July 15-20 (Treehouse) June 24-29 (Treehouse) June 24-29 (Tepee) COST: $325 on or before March 1; $335 after March 1 outpost weekend sessions 9-11 year olds June 15-17 (Treehouse) July 20-22 (Treehouse) 11-13 year olds June 29- July 1 (Treehouse) COST: $135 on or before March 1; $145 after March 1 5 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266
High School Outpost Extreme How about adding an extreme adventure to your summer? This extreme outpost camp has it all with an off-site canoeing adventure trip and an adrenaline-rush day on the new Camp Omega high ropes course! Lodge in a designated outpost village while enjoying camp activities, fellowship, and a chance to discover a meaningful relationship with Jesus. HS outpost Extreme sessions 15-18 year olds July 29 - August 3 COST: $345 on or before March 1; $355 after March 1 specialty camp Firearms Safety Camp Campers journey off-site to a nearby shooting range and receive training from experienced instructors about shotgun, rifle, and handgun safety and shooting technique. Firearms are available for those who do not have their own. Prior experience is not necessary. Campers will also enjoy other fun-filled camp activities. firearms safety camp 12-15 year olds June 24-29 COST: $350 on or before March 1; $360 after March 1 High Ropes Adventure Take your summer adventure to new heights! Come experience an adrenaline-filled week on Camp Omega s high ropes course. Spend the day suspended 20-40 feet in the air, engaged in high ropes teambuilding challenge course adventures. There is also plenty of time for the fun-filled traditional camp activities. High ropes adventure 12-15 year olds June 17-22 August 12-17 COST: $350 on or before March 1; $360 after March 1 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266 6
specialty camp Survivor Camp Learn what it takes to survive in the wild. Campers experience wilderness living at its best, while staying in a remote outpost village. Learn basic but vital survivor techniques, including fire building, shelter building, navigation, campouts and canoeing adventures. In addition to this adventure, campers also participate in other fun-filled camp activities. survivor camp 9-13 year olds (Weeklong) August 5-10 COST: $340 on or before March 1; $350 after March 1 12-15 year olds June 24-29 July 22-27 COST: $340 on or before March 1; $350 after March 1 9-13 year olds (Weekend) July 27-29 COST: $135 on or before March 1; $145 after March 1 7 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266
specialty camp Art Camp Fuel your creative side while experimenting with various art techniques. Spend time working on art projects and special crafts during your afternoon activities. Campers will also enjoy other fun-filled camp activities. art camp 9-13 year olds July 15-20 COST: $350 on or before March 1; $360 after March 1 Creation Camp Learn about our Lord s creation like never before. Experience explosions, gases, liquid nitrogen and many other hands-on activities while learning about God s creation and the truth of His Word. Taught by Brian Young of Creation Instruction. To learn more about Brian visit www.creationinstruction.org. creation camp 9-13 year olds July 29- August 3 COST: $350 on or before March 1; $360 after March 1. www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266 8
camp faqs FAQs: Please visit www.campomega.org to find further FAQs and information as you prepare for summer camp. Registration Register online at www.campomega.org or return a completed registration form by mail or fax along with the required $75 deposit or full payment per camper. Deposits are non-refundable and nontransferrable UNLESS registration is attempted for a full camp, at which time your deposit will be refunded. Visa, MasterCard and Discover Card are accepted for your deposit and/or full payment. Payments and Confirmation Upon receipt and processing of your online or mailed registration with the required $75 nonrefundable/non-transferable deposit, a Registration Confirmation will be sent by email confirming the registration, acknowledging payment and including information on how to prepare for the camp session. Full Payment of camp fees and receipt of a completed Health History Form is required 14 days prior to the start of your program session. Please save and refer to emails for future payment information. Bunk Mates Due to limited capacity we recommend registering before June 1 if you are registering with a buddy. Participants may list up to two campers they wish to have as bunk mates. Cancellation Policy All cancellations must be received in writing by postal mail or e-mail. A refund, minus the nonrefundable $75 deposit, will be granted if the cancellation request is received 30 days prior to the first day of the camp session. Check-in/Pick-Up Check-in for sessions that begin on Sunday is 4-5pm. Check-in for any sessions on any other day is from 6:30-7:00 pm. Please do not arrive prior to the check-in time. All sessions end with an 11:00 am closing celebration. Camp Memory Photos During every camp session, photos will be taken of cabin groups and campers during their activities. These photos will be made available for purchase on a memory CD for $9. CDs can be ordered at check-in or on the last day of the camp session. Financial Aid Available Finances will not prevent children from experiencing Christ at Camp Omega. A limited campership fund is available to offset costs. Please consider donating when registering to support the For the Children Fund. You can find applications at www.campomega.org/about-us/forms-resources/ Nondiscrimination In the operation of the Summer Food Service Program, no child, as defined by program regulations, will be discriminated against because of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or handicap. Any person who believes that a child had been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. 9 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266
REGISTRATION FORM CONTACT INFORMATION Parent s Name(s) Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: ( ) Cell Phone: ( ) Home Congregation: City: Contact Email: PARTICIPANT INFORMATION Name: Age: Birth date: / / Male Female Name: Age: Birth date: / / Male Female Camp Program Choice: Date: 1st Choice: 2nd Choice: I want my bunk mates to be (limit two): 1. 2. Has the participant been a summer camper at Camp Omega before? Yes No $10 Early Registration Discount if postmarked or faxed by March 1 Yes! I would like to order a Camp Photo CD! Yes (if Yes, enclose additional $9) No PAYMENT INFORMATION YES! I would like to make a donation of $ to For the Children Fund (more info in Camp FAQS) A minimum $75 per person non-refundable deposit or full payment is required with registration. I am paying with Check Check No: Amount Enclosed: $ I am paying with Debit/Credit Card: Visa MasterCard Discover Amount: $ Credit Card No: Exp Date: CSV #: Name on card: Billing Address: City: ST: Zip: Send to: Camp Omega 22750 Lind Ave Waterville, MN 56096 or Register online at www.campomega.org www.campomega.org info@campomega.org 507.685.4266 10
Camp Omega 22750 Lind Ave Waterville, MN 56096 www.campomega.org info@campomega.org (507) 685-4266 Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 44 Waterville, MN