There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. Romans 8:1-2 PIONEER CAMP 2017
SUMMER CAMP 2017 Summer was made for camp and you don t want to miss out! Experience Pioneer s best with our beach front on Lake Erie, 65 acres of adventurous woods, games, campfires, our 50ft high ropes adventure course plus so much more! Pioneer creates an intentional Christian community that submerses campers in Christian values, facilitated by a Christ-centered staff. All summer staff go through in-depth training for each camp. Pioneer takes pride in putting safety first while ensuring an experience of a lifetime! Come join the fun! With new and exciting activities paired with the camp classic, it s a match made in heaven. 2
Our theme for the summer is Life Through the Spirit There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. Romans 8:1-2 Have you ever felt like something was weighing you down? That you were stuck? Trapped? We will be exploring what freedom looks like in a sinful world. Ultimately, we have been given life through our Lord and Savior s death. Jesus came to fulfil the law of sin and death so that we might believe and have eternal life with him. Get ready to discover more about the Holy Spirit. What the fruit of the spirit is and how we are refined by trials and tribulations. Come to Pioneer and join us as we celebrate our Life through the Spirit! 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS Discovery...................... 5 Youth Camps.................... 6 Teen Camps..................... 7 Confirmation.................... 8 Trailblazer...................... 9 Counselor in Training................ 10 Family Camp.................... 12 Military Camps.................... 14 Campership Program................ 18 Pioneer Map.................... 20 Pricing....................... 22 Registration Form.................. 25 Mark Your Calendars!................ 27 4
DISCOVERY (Ages 6-8) Want a taste of camp for a couple of days, but not sure you want a full week? Then this is the camp for you! Little ones will be able to dip their toes in camp life! A fun two days of arts & crafts, swimming, camp games, and discovering what camp life is all about! You re sure to have a fun filled camp experience! Discovery 1: July 16-18 Discovery 2: July 19-21 5
YOUTH CHOICE When it comes to variety, this week offers a little bit of everything. A twist to classical camp mornings and afternoons have multiple options for campers to choose and design their own schedule. Campers work together through cooperation to plan their day. Activities can include but are not limited to: biking, hiking, canoeing, tubing, swimming, archery, campouts, Nerf blasters, high ropes, low ropes, and so much more! YOUTH CAMP (Ages 8-12) Choice 1: July 2-7 Choice 2: July 23-28 Choice 3: August 6-12 (Extended) NIGHT OWL Want something different? Night games? Night swimming? This camp is for campers who want to experience God s creation in a different light-moonlight. This week has an altered schedule that keeps you up late-so if you re looking for a change of pace, you ll get a hoot out of a twist on a traditional camp. Night Owl 1: July 16-21 Night Owl 2: July 30-August 4 6
YOU PICK IT WEEK When it comes to variety this week offers a little bit of everything. A twist to classical camp mornings and afternoons have multiple options for campers to choose and design their own schedule. Campers work together through cooperation to plan their day. Activities can include but are not limited to biking, hiking, canoeing, tubing, swimming, archery, campouts, paint ball, high ropes, low ropes, and so much more! You Pick It 1: July 2-7 You Pick It 2: July 23-28 You Pick It 3: August 6-12 (Extended) EXTREME TEEN Ready to have a life changing week at camp? Kick it up to the extreme! Being a part of this week will immerse you in an authentic Christian community while having a blast! Options may include; shaving cream wars, slip and slide kickball, night games, and more! We can t wait to see you there! Extreme Teen 1: July 16-21 Extreme Teen 2: July 30-August 4 TEEN CAMP (Ages 13-17) 7
IMPACT CONFIRMATION CAMP This special week is for those who are currently undergoing confirmation instruction or have just completed it. We ll be exploring the impact that we can have on others through our faith. You ll get a chance to gather and grow in Quest groups. These small groups meet during the day to reflect on specific scripture. In this camp we ll be learning how to live out our faith in the world around us, while still participating in all the classic camp activities! 8 July 23-28
NEW TRAILBLAZER (Ages 13-15) Do you have a passion to serve? Campers will get the opportunity to learn what leadership and servanthood are from a biblical perspective. They also get an opportunity to work on an hour long service projects for camp either in the morning or afternoon and will get to join the rest of Pioneer with the camp classics like beach party, all camp games, Variety Show, friendship circle, and more! Blaze the trail by serving! Trailblazer 1: July 2-7 Trailblazer 2: July 16-21 Trailblazer 3: July 23-28 Trailblazer 4: July 31-August 4 Trailblazer 5: August 6-12 (Extended) WANT TO SERVE? 9
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (Ages 15-17) Do you have a passion to serve? Do you like to work with campers with special needs? Do you have other interest or talents such as playing guitar, photography, gardening? Then this is the camp for you! Our Counselor In Training Program offers like-minded individuals the opportunity to serve while growing in their faith. Program includes one week at reduced cost. Application process required. CIT 1: June 25-30 CIT 2: July 2-7 CIT 3: July 9-14 CIT 4: July 16-21 CIT 5: July 23-28 CIT 6: July 30-August 4 CIT 7: August 6-12 (Extended) 10
SHARING GOD S LOVE You will be reaching out and serving others by working light construction, painting, landscaping, and other hand-on projects on the homes of those in need throughout the community. In years past we have built handicap ramps, painted houses, fixed roofs, and so much more. This event touches many lives and they can see the love of Christ through the work we do. Session 1: June 25-30 Session 2: July 2-7 11
12 FAMILY CAMPS Family Camps offer a faith-filled fun camping experience for the entire family. Everything is optional. Take part in Bible Studies, send the kids to programming options just for them, relax on the beach, play games, choose your fun activities throughout the day, watch a beautiful Lake Erie sunset, and close each day with a campfire. Come bring your family and have a great summer vacation. General 1: June 18-23 General 2: July 2-7 General 3: July 23-28 General 4: July 30-August 4 General 5: August 21-25 (shorter session)
MUSIC & FINE ARTS FAMILY WEEK Pioneer continues to keep the classic camp rolling! This week has a variety of possible options to choose from including: choir, handbells, art, and drama. If you would like to improve on the lessons that you re already taking, this is the place to do it! In between Camp activities, we will have lessons available to sign up for. August 6-12 GOLDEN AGERS We would love to have you here! This special week is a highlight for many! If you have been before, look forward to the incredible fellowship and fun that you remember. If you ve never been, come! Come for a day or for the whole retreat and experience a faith-filled and fun time at Pioneer. August 28-31 13
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S.T.A.R. FAMILY CAMP Pioneer Camp and Retreat Center, Inc. is honored to partner with Western New York Heroes in order to bring about this much needed program for children, from New York and all over the United States, who have lost a loved who was serving in the U.S. Military. Operation S.T.A.R. Camp is being offered to bring surviving children together and to let them know that their Service Member will always be remembered and that they are not alone. Operation S.T.A.R. Camp attendees will be equipped with long-term and immediate emotional help, hope, and healing that will aid in their grieving of their departed loved one who once served our beloved country. But, best of all, there will also be opportunities to simply have fun! Throughout the course of the week camp attendees will be able to go kayaking & canoeing, tubing, swimming, climb Pioneer s High Ropes Adventure Course and jump off the zip line, play games with each other, have cookouts, and even sleep out under the golden stars at night. June 25-30 15
OPERATION PURPLE CAMP The National Military Family Association s Operation Purple camps are open to military children with a parent or guardian from any service branch. Priority is given to children who have a parent or guardian who incurred service-connected injuries or illness on or after 9/11 or will have a parent or guardian deployed during a 15-month window. Operation Purple is a time for having fun, making friends, and reminding military kids that they serve too. This summer camp aims to help military kids experience carefree fun, teach them about coping skills to help deal with deployment-related stress, and foster relationships with other children who know exactly what they are going through. Please call the office to register. A $25.00 Hold My Spot registration fee will be given back at Sunday registration. 16 July 9-14
MILITARY FAMILY WEEK The families will be able to participate in all aspects of Pioneer life as family campers. We will provide separate programming for 7-12 year olds, 13-17 year olds, and 18+. Programming can include traditional activities such as: high ropes, low ropes, boating, crafts, biking, tie-dye, devotions, groups games, and more. Specialized activities for this week will include specific programming for military families that will help them grow as a family especially during these difficult times in the military. Please join us for this exciting week at Pioneer for the whole family! July 16-21 17
Pioneer has a campership program that allows campers in need of financial assistance to come to summer camp at a reduced rate and this is only possible through the generosity of loving donors and heartfelt supporters. CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM Camperships will be awarded as long as funding is available. A minimum deposit of $50 is required. Awards will be applied to your account when your registration is processed and will be noted on the registration confirmation that you receive. In order to serve as many campers and families as possible, we can only extend one campership per child. Camperships might be likely to be limited as summer approaches, so please inquire as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you d like to help further support camperships or if you re interested in applying for one, please contact: Rev. Alex Knowles, Executive Director (716) 549-1420 Alex.Knowles@pioneercamp.org 18
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2017 YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS PRICING Camp Program Session Dates Early bird special cost (before May 15, 2017) Cost (after May 15,2017) Discovery Discovery 1 July 16-18 $100 $125 Discovery 2 July 19-21 Youth Choice 1 July 2-7 $350 $400 Choice 2 July 23-28 Night Owl 1 July 16-21 Night Owl 2 July 30-August 4 Choice Extended August 6-12 $380 $430 Teen You Pick It 1 July 2-7 $350 $400 You Pick It 2 July 23-28 Extreme Teen 1 July 16-21 Extreme Teen 2 July 30-August 4 You Pick It Extended August 6-12 $380 $430 Impact Confirmation July 23-28 $325 $350 22
2017 SERVANT CAMPS PRICING Camp Program Session Dates Trailblazer Weeks 1-5 Counselors in Training Weeks 1-7 July 2-7 July 31-Aug 4 July 16-21 Aug 6-12 July 23-28 June 25-30 July 23-28 July 2-7 July 30-Aug 4 July 9-14 Aug 6-12 July 16-21 Early bird special cost (before May 15, 2017) Cost (after May 15,2017) $350 $400 $125 $150 Servants Sharing God s Love 1 June 25-30 $350 Sharing God s Love 2 July 2-7 2017 FAMILY CAMPS PRICING Camp Program Session Dates Early bird/early bird Max (before May 15, 2017) Cost/Max cost (after May 15,2017) Family Camps General 1 June 18-23 $350/$1225 $400/$1400 General 2 July 2-7 General 3 (Ohio) July 23-28 General 4 (Orchard Park) July 30-August 4 Music (Extended) August 6-12 $410/$1435 $460/$1610 Short August 21-25 $290/$1015 Military Camps Military Families July 16-21 $600 23
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REGISTRATIONS BY PHONE, FAX, OR MAIL ACCEPTED NOW! Online registration available at www.pioneercamp.org PIONEER REGISTRATION FORM Send completed form along with payment in U.S. funds only to: Pioneer Camp, 9324 Lake Shore Rd, Angola, NY 14006 Phone (716) 549-1420 Fax (716) 549-6018 www.pioneercamp.org info@pioneercamp.org Camper Name: New Camper Alumni Member Eastern District, LCMS Military Affiliation Street Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: ( ) Work Phone: ( ) Mom s cell: ( ) Dad s Cell: ( ) Email Address: Home Church: City: State: Zip: First Name Male/Female Birthday (mm/dd/yyyy) Week Attending Camp Type Cabin Mate (only one) Example: Jim Male 10/16/1996 July 17-22 Teen camp Dave Smith (continued on reverse)
Parent/Legal Guardian: Adult Housing Request: Second Choice: Housing descriptions and additional costs are available on our website Photo and Video Release: During the run of its programs, Pioneer staff may take photographs of various program activities and participants for future promotional use. If you DO NOT consent to having your image/likeness used in promotional materials or social media, check the box to the right. (Consent is not required for attendance) Signature: Date: (Adult Camper or Parent/ Guardian) For VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, payment: Charge $ Name on Card: Card Number: Exp.: CV: Signature: PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION Payment may be made by cash, check, money order, Discover, Visa, or MasterCard. A non-refundable $75 deposit per person must accompany registration for each weeklong program. A non-refundable $75 deposit per person is required for weekend programs. All program costs must be paid in full two weeks prior to arrival. Family Rate: The family rate is available for families of 6 (2 parents and 4 immediate, unmarried children). Other groups require individual pricing) Check Return: A charge of $45 will be applied to all returned checks. Cancellation & Refunds: Total camp fee will be forfeited unless cancellation is received 14 days prior to your scheduled arrival, in which case, all funds, except the non-refundable deposit will be returned. If Pioneer must cancel for any reason, a full refund will be given. Pet Policy: No pets allowed on site without prior approval. Financial Aid and Discounts: Only one discount may apply per person per camp session. Eastern District Member: A 5% discount applies to all Eastern District members. Military Families: A 10% discount applies to all military family members. Non-Discriminatory Statement: Pioneer does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, creed or religious affiliation. ASK ABOUT OUR CAMPERSHIPS TO HELP WITH CAMP COST
Mark Your Calendars 2017! February 10-11 Purple Party March 3-4 Father/Daughter March 21-April 1 Mothers Retreat April 16 Easter Brunch April 21-23 Spring Jr. High & Sr. High April 29 Mother/Daughter Tea May 26-29 Family Work Weekend July 17 Annual Golf Tournament August 28-31 Golden Agers October 13-15 Jr. High & Sr. High Retreat October 27 Wine And Beer Tasting December 2 Winter Wonderland December 3 Candlelight Vespers 27
Address Service Requested (716) 549-1420 fax (716) 549-6018 www.pioneercamp.org info@pioneercamp.org PIONEER CAMP 2017