Camps News and Events

GAP (Groups At Programs) 
Youth, like adults, need time away to focus and align their spiritual antennas so they are better equipped to navigate the trappings of the broken world we live in.  And, we mean more than the already meaningful hour or two per week in activities at church…we mean time periods of 24 hours or more.    Are you a small group leader or youth pastor/director and want the youth you work with to experience the life-change of a Christian retreat to help them focus their spiritual lives?  Do you have a gap in your program for your youth and can’t or don’t know how to fill it?  Let us help you fill that GAP!!! Contact the Aldersgate office to register your group for GAP.  You’ll attend any of our youth retreats at a 10% per person discount, participate in all activities, and lead your youth in small group time.  We provide you with pre-retreat devotions, all the materials you’ll need to facilitate amazing conversation and activities during small group times on the retreat and post-retreat follow up materials.  You must provide 1 adult leader per 8 youth and at least 1 adult of each gender of the youth you bring to an event.  GAP is available for all Camp Aldersgate Year Round Events.  Email us at info@campaldersgate.org to set-up your group for GAP.   Please note youth and adults are housed in different buildings with camp staff supervising youth at night.

Heading Down the Right Path!
Summer camp is the ideal setting for children and youthto search for who they are as individuals, who they are as part of a Christian community, and who they are as a follower of Jesus Christ.  For more information, contact your local church, call the East Ohio Conference Camping Office at (800)  831-3972 , extension 108, or visit us on the web at www.EOCSummercamps.org. 

Summer Camp Bulletin Inserts Available
Looking for a great way to get the word out to your congregation about what our East Ohio Conference Summer Camp Program has to offer?  Great for a Camping Sunday!  Use them more than one Sunday!  Contact the Camps Office at (800) 831-3972 ext. 108 or camp@eocumc.com and let us know how many you need. 

Want to Become Part of our Summer Camp Staff?
The staff is a cornerstone of the ministry of East Ohio Camps.  Our summer program requires multitudes of staff to be successful.  We are looking for outstanding Christian women and men for summer staff positions.  We offer: great Christian community, fun place to work, excellent training, free room and board, opportunity for ministry and growth in leadership skills. We are looking for counselors, lifeguards, program staff, food service, administration and maintenance.  Go to www.EOCSummercamps.org and click on the “Staff & Volunteer Info” tab.

New Skills, New Experiences, New Friends!
A great way to spend your summer!  Summer camp is all about having fun, and exploring faith in a community of friends.  Come make new friends and meet old ones.  For more information contact your local church, call the East Ohio Conference Camping Office (800) 831-3972 extension 108, or visit  www.EOCSummercamps.org. 

John Wesley Is Coming To Camp
Nope, this isn’t the start of some lame joke; John Wesley is coming to confirmation retreat. Using a living history character actor (Rev. Paul White as John Wesley), a life sized Jenga game, interactive sessions, video elements, fun and reflective conversation and devotionals...we will bring the importance of a focused growing relationship with Jesus Christ, United Methodist History, understanding of sacraments, worship and more to life in the minds, hearts and souls of your youth. One adult chaperone is required for every 5 youth. Contact the East Ohio Conference Camping Office at (800) 831-3972, extension 108, Camp Wanake at (330) 756-2333, or Camp Aldersgate at (330) 627-4369.   

February 3-5
Wanake Clown Ministry Workshop
A great opportunity to explore clowning or go deeper into this powerful ministry.  Join Wendy Gillespie and learn the basics or expand your knowledge. Network with other clowns.  Want to explore clowning?  Are you already a clown in ministry and want to learn more?  It’s an introduction to clown ministry for all ages.  Cost: $87 adults and teens; $49 children (ages 4-12); under 4 free

February 17-19
HALT 2012
Back by popular demand at Camp Aldersgate is HALT, a Retreat for 15 to 18 year old high school students.  This will be a weekend of fun, friends, Bible study, discussion, activities, service, worship, renewal, relaxation, and plenty of "Camp Aldersgateness".  This year we will focus on the topic of "Purity Paves The Way To Intimacy".  More information and registration information online at www.campaldersgate.org or by calling (866) 627-4369.

February 18-20
Wanake Winter Family Camp  
Families of all ages are invited to experience the beauty of God’s creation and the community of sharing together as Christian families at Wanake.  Indoors and outdoors enjoy God’s creation and have fun.  Cost: $89 adults and teens; $49 children (ages 4-12); under 4 free: Early Bird (Postmarked February 3rd): $79 adults and teens; $39 children (ages 4-12); under 4 free  
    
March 9-11
Esther-A Beth Moore Women’s Retreat
Study, discussion, fun, worship, meeting new friends, and fellowship are all a part of the weekend as we explore the book of Esther.  We’ll begin Friday evening and conclude Sunday after lunch.  Wanake will supply all the meals, materials and leadership.  You bring your Bible, and, if you wish, a friend!  Cost: $109; Early Bird discount $99 (Postmarked by February 17)

Preview Days and Open Houses for Summer Camp
Want a chance to tour the sites, talk to the staff, and see what is being offered for 2012?  Join us on the following dates.
Camp Asbury:  Sunday   February 5,  2-6 pm
Camp Aldersgate:  Sunday, April 15, 2-4 pm
Camp Wanake:Saturday March 31 from 2-6 pm with Resurrection Egg Hunt starting at 2:30 pm
Sunday   May 6, from 2-6 pm
Saturday May 19from 2-6 pm with Wanake Ranch Grand Opening with Pony Rides