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Luther
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49 Years of Christian Outdoor Ministry |
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“Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness
like an
ever-flowing stream.”
(Amos
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Dear Friends,
How many times have we heard Jesus’ parables? Most of us can
say many times, but many of those times they have just been heard
as “stories.” Now, how many of us can say we have felt
the experiential nature of the parables?
Our theme this summer invites us into the parable of Christ not
to only gain more knowledge, but to transform our hearts, help us
to understand better the justice of God and lead us to spread that
love to others.
We look forward to having you join us at Luther Park where, along
with staff from all over the world, we will discover what Just for
Life! Means in our lives.
In Christ’s precious love,
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In Christ’s
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Joel Legred
Executive Director |
Anna Treague
Program Director
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Elementary Programs
Day Camp (Grades 1-6)
Watch what happens when Bible Camp comes to you! Luther Park brings
fresh ideas and trained staff to your congregation. You can enjoy
lots of summer camp fun and many of the same experiences Luther
Park offers on-site—singing, study, games, arts and crafts.
You spend the day with camp counselors and staff, then sleep in
your very own bed at night.
Snoopers Mini-Camp(Grades 1-4)
An excellent opportunity for first timers to snoop around and be
introduced to camp life. A mini-camp (half-week) experience of new
friends, fun, crafts, games, Bible stories, campfires and singing—everything
a full-week camper experiences but in a shorter time frame. A truly
fantastic introduction to Bible Camp.
Grades 3-6 Camp
Enjoy a week of camp adventures which provide growth and expression
of the Christian faith. Explore God’creations! Sing around
a campfire. Hike the trails of the north woods, go swimming and
more! There’s plenty of time to read the Bible and talk about
God’s promises.
Tree House Village
See Adventure/Outpost Programs
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Junior High Programs
Grades 7-9 Camp
Junior high campers will enjoy all the usual camp activities like
swimming, crafts, outdoor worship, campfires, relaxing on the beach
and night hikes. This camping adventure meets the needs and interests
of today’s youth, providing a week to share and grow in Christian
faith, life and community.
Double Week Camp
Junior high campers spend two full weeks at camp.
Summer Music Camp August 12-17: This exciting
new music camp program in partnership with Lutheran Music Program
is for youth grades 6-8 with an interest in singing choral music
and opportunitites for both small and large group instruction. Space
is limited and is broken down into high and low voices for both
males and females.
Canoe Trips (Group and Individual Registrations)
Tree House Village (See Adventure/Outpost
Programs)
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Senior High Programs
Grades 9-12 Camp & Double Week Camp
Senior high campers will enjoy a traditional camp experience—night
hikes, waterfront activities, outdoor worship, campfires,
Bible studies, great discussions, lying on the beach and more!
Double Week Camp gives campers two full weeks at camp with
a special event on the weekend!
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Leadership Training (LT) Grades 9-12
As a camper you will learn leadership skills you can use in church,
school and everyday life. You’ll learn how to lead devotions,
Bible studies, worships and games in the great outdoors. After paying
the senior leadership camper fee for the first week and completing
an interview, your second and third weeks during the rest of the summer
are free. These second and third weeks are spent assisting counselors
and support staff. Cost also includes follow-up events at Luther
Park. Space is limited, so register early!
Leadership Mentoring (LT II) Grades 10-12: (Pre-req.
: At least one summer of Leadership Training or Teens in Mission
and completion of Grade 10)
This program will take the next step in your training to become
effective leaders for God. You will expand your leadership training
that you have already received and grow through your experiences
along with new training on becoming mentors to younger Leadership
Training Team Members and/or TIM Teams. After paying for one week
of camp at the senior leadership rate and, following an interview,
you will spend the next week (June 17-22 or July 29-Aug 3) as a
mentor during Leadership Training for free. You may also have opportunities
to volunteer for other weeks throughout the summer. Cost also includes
follow-up events at Luther Park.
Teens in Mission (TIM)
This one-week unique camping experience prepares participants for
a year of ministry in their home congregations. It is an opportunity
to dream, plan, support and commit to the mission of their church.
Register as a group of six to ten. Participants come to camp for
a week of training, work and planning for their year of ministry
back home. Cost includes follow-up events at Luther Park or in their
home congregation. The week runs from Sunday to Friday.
Treehouse Village (See Adventure/Outpost Programs)
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Intergenerational Programs
Cornerstone Mission Trip
This exciting intergenerational program fosters relationships
and strengthens faith in God while working on a mission service
project at Luther Park. It’s a chance for youth and adults
together to plan, work, play, study and act to commit to the
mission of the Church. It’s a time to share and grow in
Christian faith and life. Service includes raising money to
cover the cost of project materials, spending time at camp working
on the project, and participating in a program to build relationships
between youth and adults. Cost is based on project selected
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Family Camp
Looking for a great way to spend family time together? Try Family
Camp at Luther Park. You’ll be treated to family fun, fellowship,
learning and worship! Spend time together around the campfire, swim,
fish, go boating and more. It’s a great family experience!
Contact camp to register.
DOWNLOAD
FAMILY CAMP REGISTRATION FORM
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Adventure/Outpost Programs
Tree House Village (Grades 4-12)
Experience all the natural resources Luther Park has to offer with
hands-on environmental education activities relating to all of God’s
creations. In this outpost program, youth spend a week, or part
of a week, in rugged tree houses, working together to grow in a
relationship with God, the environment and each other. This adventure
will challenge and strengthen you in all aspects of your life. You
will have the opportunity to cook over an open fire, explore, get
dirty, get away from the crowd and have a ton of fun in God’s
great outdoors! A bathhouse with flush toilets, hot and cold running
water, and showers is available. Register individually or as a group.
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River Trips (Grades 7-12):
Explore the wild and scenic rivers of northern Wisconsin as you
travel on the St. Croix and Namekagon rivers through miles of undisturbed
wilderness. Luther Park supplies the guide and everything you need
except a sleeping bag and personal gear. Register as a group of
10-13.
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What to Bring
Items
Bible, casual clothes, swimsuit, sweater or jacket, rainwear, sleeping
bag/bedding, two pair of shoes, one dress-up outfit, insect repellent,
flashlight, pillow, towels, washcloth, toiletries, notebook, pen,
camera, musical instrument (guitar, harmonica, etc.), spending money
(items may be purchased in the canteen). Please label all items and
leave valuables at home.
Spending Money
All money will be deposited in a canteen account on arrival to prevent
loss.
- Arts & crafts projects range from no charge to $15.
- Clothes range from $11 to $35.
- Snacks, if desired, cost $5 to $20 for the week.
- Money left over at the end of the week is returned to the
camper or may be left as an offering. The offering would go to our
new Camper to Camper Fund, which would be used to help kids come
to camp who otherwise couldn't afford to attend.
Please do not bring:
Radios, tape/cd players, electronic games, phones, pagers, fireworks,
firearms, knives, expensive jewelry. Camp policy forbids having/using
alcohol, tobacco, or mood altering drugs.
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2008 Summer Schedule
(click here to view and print schedule only)
| Date |
Cabins |
Tree
Houses |
Pedal
& Paddle
Canoe Trips
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Sr.
High
Leadership |
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8-13 |
Gr.
3-6 |
Gr.
7-9
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Gr.
10-12
Leadership Mentoring* |
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June
8-11
(3 nights/4 days)
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Gr.
1-4
Snoopers
(cabins only) |
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| June
15-20 |
Gr.
3-6 |
Gr.
7-9 |
Gr.
7-9 Canoe ** |
Gr.
9-12
Leadership Training
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June
15-18
(3 nights/4 days)
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Gr.
1-4
Snoopers
(cabins only)
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| June
22-27 |
Gr.
7-9 |
Gr.
3-6 |
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June
27-29 or
July 2-6 |
Family
Camp |
Family
Camp |
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June
29-July 2
(3 nights/4 days) |
Gr.
1-4
Snoopers
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Gr.
3-6
Snoopers |
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| July
6-11 |
Gr.
7-9 |
Gr.
3-6 |
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| July
13-18 |
Gr.
7-9 |
Gr.
7-9 |
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| July
13-25 |
Gr.
7-12
Double Week
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| July
20-25 |
Gr.
7-9
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Gr.
3-6 |
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Gr.
10-12
Leadership Mentoring* |
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25-27 |
Grandparent/
Grandchild Camp |
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| July
27-Aug. 1 |
Gr.
3-6 |
Gr.
7-9 |
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Gr.
9-12
Leadership Training |
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3-8 |
Gr.
3-6 |
Gr.
7-9 |
Gr.
9-12 Canoe** |
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3-15 |
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Gr.
7-12 Double Week |
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Aug.
10-15
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Gr.
7-12 |
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12-17 |
Choral
Music Camp
Grade 6-8
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SPECIAL OFFER FOR SUMMER 2008!
Sign up for a second week (of equal or lessser value) for half-price.
* = Prerequisite: Leadership Training or TIM Team Training
** = Denotes weeks where individual youth
may sign up for these programs.
Group registrations for Canoe and Pedal & Paddle trips can
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| Fee Schedule |
Member/Nonmember* |
| Partial Week
(Snoopers) |
$245/265 |
| One Full Week.............. |
$380/400 |
| Double Week................ |
$650/710 |
| Sr. High Leadership |
$395/415 |
| - Leadership Training |
$395/415 |
| - Leadership Mentoring |
$395/415 |
| - TIM (Teens in Mission) |
$395/415 |
| Music Camp |
$400/400 |
| Cornerstone |
Varies |
| Campground.................. |
$10/site/night, $12 with
electricity |
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Family Camp (June 27-29)
(7 p.m. Fri. to Noon Sun.)
Family Camp II (July 2-6)
(Wednesday evening to Noon Sun.)
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Log House: $70 per person, adults; $35 children ages 5
-12, under five free (includes two nights lodging and
four meals).
Cabins: $60 per person, adults; $30 children
ages 5-12; under five free (includes two nights lodging
and four meals).
Meals provided are Saturday breakfast
through Sundy brunch.
.There may be extra costs depending
on extra services (based on family usage i.e. arts &
crafts, canteen and hayrides when available).
Log House: $115 per person, adults;
$62.50 children ages 5 -12, under five free (includes
4 nights lodging and 10 meals).
Cabins: $95 per person, adults; $47.50 children ages
5-12; under five free (includes 4 nights lodging and
10 meals).
Meals provided are Thursday breakfast through Sunday
brunch.
There may be extra costs depending on extra services
(based on family usage i.e. arts & crafts, canteen
and hayrides when available).
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Fees Cover: Meals,
lodging and program materials.
Fees do NOT include bus transportation.
Round-trip bus: $60; one way bus: $40. Not available for family
camp. Pick-ups at House of Prayer (Richfield)& Elim (Robbinsdale).
Transportation available only for weeks of June 8-13, July
13-18, July 20-25, and August 3-8.
SAVE $20: REGISTER BY DECEMBER 31
OR
SAVE $10 REGISTER BY MARCH 1, 2008
(Applies only to regular youth camp sessions)
NOTE: Camper fees shown are subsidized by gift allocations.
The actual cost per camper, per week is $500.
*Nonmember churches are those that are not
members of any ELCA Bible Camp corporation.
Check with your church about camp scholarships.
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To Register:
- Complete registration form and read Code
of Conduct with camper.
- Print out and mail or fax form.
- Form must be signed by both parent & camper
and returned with $150.00 deposit payable to Luther Park, Inc.
Deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable after May 1.
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Anna
Treague
Program Director (Fax: 715/656-3013)
Luther Park
30376 Lakes Drive
Danbury, WI 54830-9508
E-mail: Anna@lutherpark.com |
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- After registration is received you will
receive a letter of confirmation, directions to camp, and balance
due along with other information.
- Final payment and health form are due
two weeks before arrival at camp.
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2008 CAMPER REGISTRATION
AND HEALTH FORM
(Print out and mail or fax to Luther Park; must be signed by camper
and parent) |
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Download
Registration form as PDF
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Luther Park Camp Code of Conduct
- Respect other people and their property. Respect
is the most important tradition we have at Luther Park. We expect
that you respect yourself, others and their property, Luther Park
staff, nature and God. A part of respect is treating others as
you would want to be treated. The following will not be allowed:
racist comments, teasing, fighting, threats, swearing, and any
other behavior that is demeaning to another person. We want a
positive week for all who
attend camp.
- Safety is our number one concern at all times.
Obeying all waterfront rules when: swimming, boating, canoeing
and fishing allows everyone to have fun in the sun. Waterfront
activities are available only when waterfront staff is on duty.
- Campers must be accompanied by a Luther Park
staff person whenever outside of camp property.
- We are pleased to offer an alcohol-free, smoke-free
and substance abuse-free environment. Exceptions must be approved
by the director.
- Luther Park is a weapon-free environment. Campers
may not bring any kind of weapon or explosive device, including
firecrackers to camp. Use of any object as a weapon to hurt a
person, animal or property will not be tolerated.
- Luther Park reserves the right to store camper’s
personal items that may be inappropriate to their stay. Items
will be returned for the trip home upon permission of the parent(s).
- For your protection, all medications (including
non-prescription pain relievers) must be turned into the camp
health supervisor. If you are injured or do not feel well, report
at once to your counselor or health supervisor. This is important
for your safety and for the good of all campers.
- Every camper is expected to follow the entire
camp schedule unless excused by the program director.
- To assure the safety of each camper and to provide
the best week possible, campers are expected to follow all Luther
Park rules that are presented to them while at camp.
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