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Table of Contents Who is LO?

3Why attend an LO Camp? 4 Check out www.LOSD.org 5Summer Schedule 2AMR (Atlantic Mountain Ranch) 6 - 9 AMR Adventures 7 Fort Courage 8 Servant Camp 9Klein Ranch

10 -11NeSoDak

12 -13Outlaw Ranch 14 -15Joy Ranch

16Day Camp

17Year-Round Youth Retreats 17How to Register

18Registration Policies 182011 Summer Schedule 19

To Register Go To:w w w . l o s d . o r gor call 8oo-888-1464

Registration opens: Monday, November 1, 2010!

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Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota is the camping and retreating ministry of the South Dakota ELCA congregations. Accreditation - All Lutherans Outdoors camps meet the strict standards for safety of the American Camp Association.

Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota (LO) provides camping and retreating programs for people

of all ages! LO is owned by the congregations of the South Dakota Synod of the ELCA and the

Wyoming Conference of the Rocky Mountain Synod. LO programs are implemented throughout

five camps located in unique geographical settings across South Dakota, as well as in local

congregations and communities. While a large percent of programs are religious-based (summer

camps and winter retreats), LO also reaches out to environmental education groups, school

groups, and a wide variety retreat groups.

Mission Statement: Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota welcomes all to explore and

experience Christ’s love in community and creation.

Who is ?

We are your f irst choice for dynamic and innovative

Christ-centered ministries: many sites, many

seasons, many experiences.

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Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota (LO) has been dedicated to quality Christian camping for youth and adults for

more than 65 years. Camp allows youth to explore and play in a nurturing environment, which in turn leads them

to build a stronger faith foundation, discover personal gifts, develop new skills, as well as gain life-long friends and

mentors. FACT: Many leaders today attribute their leadership development to their experience at camp.

The LO experienceLO Camps make safety a priority and fun a necessity!

• Each camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA)*

• Well-trained staff

• Signature hospitality

• Diverse sites and programs

• Spiritual and personal growth

Why attend a Lutherans OutdOOrs in sOuth dakOta Camp?

Cost of CampLO offers a variety of programs to fit any budget and strives to make the camping experience affordable. If you need assistance with a camp fee, please contact our registration office to request a camp scholarship.

Camperships Always Available

* Joy Ranch is still under construction and has not yet gone

throught the accredidation process.

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Register Online

Find Summer Camp Resources• registration forms• health forms• camper information sheets

Watch Camp Videos

Year-round retreating opportunities

Why attend a Lutherans OutdOOrs in sOuth dakOta Camp?

ExplorE

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Atlantic Mountain Ranch is tucked into the beautiful Black Hills, northwest of Custer. AMR

programs emphasize small-group experiences, building relationships, and simple living.

A wonderful adventurous summer staff welcomes you with lots of fun activities.

Several programs operate at this site.

AMR AdventuRes • FoRt CouRAge • seRvAnt CAMp

AMRAtlantic Mountain Ranch

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AMR Adventures* Grades 7-9: June 19-24 / July 24-29Grades 9-12: June 12-17 / June 26-July1 / July 10-15 / July 17-22 July 31-August 5Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp)Groups must provide own transportation for off-site field trips. Extra fees apply for some activities. Your group can “build their own week of camp”. Choose a daily activity in the Black Hills from *our menu of adventures. Then, let go and let the well-trained AMR staff lead you on an amazing adventure. You can even build a “service trip” day into your experience. The week also includes daily Bible study, worship, meals cooked over an open campfire, and time to hang out with friends. This program can accommodate groups of 10 to 30 people. *Adventures include:□ Rock climbing □ Horseback riding□ Spelunking and cave adventures □ Fly fishing□ Mountain biking on the Mickelson Trail □ Kayaking□ Backpacking (choice of 2 to 4 days) □ Servant Projects□ Low ropes challenge course □ Geocaching□ Hiking

* Camper cabins have no electricity.

Kayak Adventure Grades 9-12: June 12-17 Cost: $470 (Corp) / $495 (Non-Corp)May sign up individually or as a small group. Limit 12 people.All kayak equipment provided for this adventure. Rapids, rocks, and ridiculous good times are what you will experience when you sign up for a “week on the water.” Four days of kayaking on both lake and creek and five nights of camp fun will leave you begging for more. Bible study, worship, meals cooked over an open fire, and team building are all a part of the experience. Come and experience Christ’s creation during this exciting week!

Ladies’ Backpack in the Black Hills Grades 9-Adult: June 26-July 1Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp)All backpack equipment provided for this adventure. Limit 12 people. Discover your place in God’s beautiful creation during a week of backpacking—designed for ladies only. Strengthen your faith, relationships, and muscles as our experienced staff guide you through a week of team-building, fellowship, and fun. A relaxing sauna, back at AMR, provides time to rejuvenate and reflect after a life-changing week!

• Invite friends, family, co-workers• Carry what you need to set up camp each night• Cook meals together on the trail• Grow in faith as you live out a week free from daily distractions

Men’s Backpack in the Bighorn Mountains Grades 9-Adult: July 10-15Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp)All backpack equipment provided for this adventure. Limit 10 people. Spend four days in the Cloud Peak Wilderness Area, northern Wyoming, hiking mountain trails and camping near crystal clear alpine lakes. Grow in faith as you live out a week free from daily distractions.

• Challenge yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually• Carry what you need to set up camp each night• Cook meals together on the trail• Invite friends, family, co-workers

AMR Adventures Group Advisors After minimum of 10 paid youth, 1st adult is free; 2nd adult is ½ price; all other adults are full price.

AMR Adventures Atlantic Mountain Ranch

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Fort Courage Grades 5-6: July 10-15 / July 24-29 Grades 6-8: June 26-July 1Grades 7-10: June 12-17 / July 3-8 / July 17-22Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp) Bring your friends and spend a week at Fort Courage, an 1880’s style log fort. A beautiful setting, intentional simplicity, fun-loving staff and terrific food make Fort Courage a great place for small groups to interact and learn to rely on each other. Join us for a week-long adventure of exciting activities, making friends and growing in your faith. Activities at Fort Courage include:• Lowropeschallengecourse• HikingtonearbyRoundMountain• Overnightcampout• Biblestudy,worshipandsinging• Horsebackriding• Cookingmealsoveranopencampfire• Livingwithoutelectricity

BlackHillsRiders Grades 7-10: June 19-24Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp) Limited to 20 people. Black Hills Riders is a special riding-centered week at Fort Courage. Live simply and ride outside camp each day, while exploring the Black Hill’s ridges, creeks, and mines. You will learn to care for your own horse, including: feeding, brushing and saddling. You will also learn about draft horses, covered wagons, horse-shoeing, and how to cook over an open campfire. Enjoy daily Bible study, worship, games, and singing along the trail.

AMRFortCourageAdvisors The first adult is free; each additional adult/advisor is ½ the fee for youth.

AMR FoRt CouRAgeAtlantic Mountain Ranch

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Black Hills Program* (groups of 10-30 people) Grades 9-12: June 12-17 / June 19-24 / June 26-July 1 / July 3-8 July 10-15 / July 17-22 / July 24-29 / July 31-August 5Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) Come to AMR for a week of Servant Camp in the Black Hills. This is a custom-designed week of Christian service for senior high youth. You also have the option of adding a day of AMR Adventures (see menu of adventures, pg 7).• Worktogethertobuildrelationships• GrowinfaithasyoufollowChrist’scalltoserveothers• Learnnewskillsandthevalueofteamwork• Serviceoptionsinclude:o Habitat for Humanity (help build or renovate a house) o Environmental service projects in the Black Hills National Foresto Help older adults and non-profit agencies in the Custer area

SunCatcherServantCamp* (groups up to 20 + adults) Grades 8-12: July 17-22 / July 24-29 / July 31-August 5Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) AMR is partnering with SunCatcher Therapeutic Riding Academy to offer a uniqueserviceopportunity in the Black Hills. Your youth group will work with Black Hills youth who are mentally or physically challenged and are learning to ride horses.

Under the training and supervision of SunCatcher staff, you will learn to lead horses, assist riders with mounting and balance, and celebrate the freedom and joy that riding can offer persons with varying abilities.•Nohorseexperiencenecessary(staff will train you)•Spendtimeridinghorse,hiking,inBibleStudyandworship,cookingoverafire,andmeetingnewfriends.AMRBlackHillsServantCampAdvisors After minimum of 10 paid youth, 1st adult is free; 2nd adult is ½ price; all other adults are full price.

* Camper cabins have no electricity.Pine Ridge Program (groups of up to 15, youth & adults) Grades 9-12: (Pine Ridge) June 12-17 / June 19-24 / June 26-July1(Manderson) July 10-15 / July 17-22 / July 24-29 / July 31-Aug 5Cost: $3000 (Corp) / $3300 (Non-Corp) - minimum group fee (12 youth & adults) $250 (Corp) / $275 (Non-Corp) - for each additional youth or adult Spend a week on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and grow as a group as you combine serviceexperiencewith cultural interaction. Based in either the town of Pine Ridge or the town of Manderson. • Activitiesincludeworship,Biblestudy,andculturalawareness• Tourhistoricandculturalsites• HearNativeAmericanspeakers• Learnaboutpovertyissues&thespiritualityoftheLakotapeople•SpendtimewithLakotayouth

AMR seRvAnt cAMpAtlantic Mountain Ranch

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Junior & Senior High Programs Grades 7-10: June 12-17 / June 19-24 / July 24-29Grades 6-8: July 10-15 / July 31-August 5Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) Experience a week filled with a variety of engaging ranch activities along with caring counselors and staff.

• Explore the prairie on horseback• Hike and explore the mini-badlands• Camp overnight along the Grand River (weather permitting)

• Explore the Bible with your counselor• Worship God by a crackling fire under a majestic sky• Make new friends• Worship at Native American Church• Learn to care for the animals• Grow in faith and community• Gain self-confidence

Week in the Saddle Grades 10-12: July 24-29Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) This Week For Experienced Riders Only: Join us for a Week in the Saddle July 24-29. This Program is just what the name implies: a week in the saddle. This week is for experienced riders only! Spend an intense week on the high plains - camping under the stars, riding horses, studying the Bible, and getting to know your fellow campers in a smaller group setting. Activities will include:

• Exploring new sites around Klein on horseback• Setting up camp for the night and diving into our Bible

Encounters• Cooking ‘cowboy style’ over a campfire• Worshiping each evening and sleeping out under a

canopy of stars

Servant Camp Grades 7-10: June 26-July 1 Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) Saddle up and take action to make a difference in our world. Spend a week with staff, growing through Christian service while traveling to local communities on the Standing Rock Reservation.

Klein RanchAn authentic western horse ranch set in north central South Dakota on the wide open rolling prairies with “big sky” overhead.

NEW! Peer Ministry Grades 9-12: July 17-22Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) Space is limited. “It’s not a job. It is an attitude.” Peer ministers develop effective communication skills that allow them to reach out and help those around them. Peer ministers learn ways to become welcoming and accepting, aware of the hurts and needs of others, and how to be caring listeners. Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota and the ELCA South Dakota Synod are embracing the wonderful opportunity and invite you to experience peer ministry.

Home on the Range Grades 5-6 & Adult: July 5-8 (Tues-Fri)Cost: $250 (includes child and adult) Have you ever seen “where the deer and the antelope play...”? Come to Klein and experience life on South Dakota’s unique western prairie. This program offers a chance for 5th and 6th graders, along with an adult to have fun on the ranch. Ride horse, go for a hike, worship under the stars, share in community, explore your faith together, and much more. Wrangler or Counselor in Training (WIT / CIT) Grades 10-12: June 26-July 1Cost: $550 (up to 3 weeks) Limited to 7 people. For those who have an interest in becoming a wrangler or counselor at camp, this program gives campers a chance to shadow and train with qualified staff, assisting with all aspects of working with campers and horses. Supervise saddling, rides, tack and care of the animals. • One week of training covers the basic camp and counseling or wrangling skills• Return for a second and third week to work side-by-side with staff

Staff Alumni Weekend For Everyone! July 2-5Cost: Adults - $125 Ages 3-11 - $85 Ages 2 & under - free Maximum family rate - $450 Spend a week reconnecting with fellow alums and participating in familiar Klein Ranch activities, which include (weather permitting) worship at the Old Stone Church, hiking the mini badlands, visiting with the Arnold family of Arrow Five Ranch, horseback riding, Bible study and sharing Klein Ranch stories and traditions.

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Counselor in training (CIt) grades 10-12: July 5-8Cost: $510 (3 weeks)due to the shortened week, registration for CIT starts at noon. Come to NeSodak for CIT training. Challenge yourself as a leader and grow in your walk with Christ.

• One week of training covers the basic camp and counseling skills

• Return for a second and third week to work side-by-side with staff

neW! Grandparents and Grandkids School aged kids & their grandparent(s): July 20-22 (Wed-Fri)Cost: $175.00 (includes one grandparent & one grandchild) Additional: grandparents - $100.00 grandkids - $75.00 This program invites grandparents and grandkids the opportunity to experience the thrill of camp together, to grow closer together, strengthen faith and make new friends. Grandparents just think...enjoy spending time with the grandkids without worring about the cooking or cleaning! We’ll take care of all those details and plan out the day’s activities as well! Come, relax and bring the grandkids to camp this summer!

neW! Mini Family Camp For Everyone! July 29-31 (Fri-Sun)Cost: $175 (includes one adult & one child aged 3-11) Additional: adult - $100; child - $75; 2 and under - free Maximum family rate: $400 Family Camp is a chance for your family to come explore and experience living in Christ-centered community together with other families. We will have time to relax and get wet in the refreshing waters of lake Enemy Swim, as well as diving into Bible Studies and singing around the campfire! Great fun and fond memories await your family at camp this summer!

An Invitation to AllSunday WorShip

Confirmation Camp June 12-17 / June 19-24Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp) How about asking your Pastor to take your Confirmation class on a week-long “class trip” to camp? Concentrate on confirmation lessons in the morning and spend the rest of the day participating in camp activities. Activities include swimming, games, and Bible study with your counselor. Don’t miss this opportunity! Talk to your pastor about signing up today. Check out www.losd.org/nesodak for schedule and pastor/advisor information about confirmation camp.

Youth Camp Grades 3-4: July 5-8* / July 17-22 / July 31-Aug 5Grades 5-6: July 5-8* / July 10-15 / July 24-29 / July 31-Aug 5 Grades 7-8: July 24-29Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp) *mini week - $240 (Corp) / $265 (Non-Corp) NeSoDak is a great place to grow into the person God has called you to be. Meet new friends and experience all the excitement camp has to offer. Whether this is your first or fifth time at NeSoDak a new adventure awaits you.

• Swim and fish at the waterfront• Explore the bay by kayak • Cruise the prairie by bike (Gr. 5 & up)• Sing camp songs around the campfire• Share Bible studies• Participate in skits during worship• Canoe and paddle boat• Create crafts

NeSoDakSpend a week at one of SD’s cleanest lakes, Lake Enemy Swim, located in northeastern SD. An energetic staff waits to greet you for a fun filled, Christ-centered experience.

Area pastors and camp staff lead communion worship services each Sunday in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. from May 29 through August 14. Bring your favorite coffee mug and join us early

for some fellowship time. See you on Sunday!

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Servant Camp Grades 9-12: July 10-15 Grades 7-9: August 7-12Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp) Grow as you put your own faith into action. Combine service projects with camp activities such as Bible study, worship, games.

• Cleaning up area parks & nature areas• Painting homes, benches in parks• Visiting area nursing homes & summer schools

So pack your grungy work clothes & gloves, so we can pitch in and help our neighbors. We will grow as we put our faith into action, to make a difference in our neighborhood and our world.

1-2-3 Camp Grades 1-3 & Adult: July 17-18 (Sun-Mon)Cost: $85 (includes child and adult) One camp. One night. One awesome experience! Pack your sleeping bag, your suitcase, and your favorite adult and come explore camp! This program offers a chance for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade campers, along with adults, to pack all the fun and adventure of camp into 24 hours. Activities include games, crafts, worship, and roasting marshmallows by the campfire.

Water & Wheels Grades 7-9: July 10-15 Grades 9-10: July 31-August 5Cost: $350 (Corp) / $375 (Non-Corp)Bikes will be provided, but you can bring your own. Not your typical week at camp! This small group program includes lots of time on the water and extended bike trips (up to 20 miles per day) to other lakes in the area where we will camp out, kayak and canoe, and grow as a group. Come worship and explore with us as we experience the Glacial Lakes area of SD!

Music Camp Week Grades 5-8: August 7-12Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) (includes music & t-shirt)Musical performance: Friday, August 12 at 7 pm. Share your musical talents and voice in producing a Christian musical. In one week you’ll learn your lines, design the set, and be ready to perform the musical on Friday night for family and friends. Week includes regular camp activities!

NeSoDak Youth Advisors The first adult is free; each additional adult/advisor or spouse is 1/2 the fee for youth.

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Youth Camp

Grades 3-4: June 19-24 / June 26-July 1 Grades 6-8: June 12-17

Grades 5-6: June 19-24 / June 26-July

Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp)

Outlaw Ranch, near Custer State Park provides a wonderful western

setting in the beautiful southern Black Hills. At camp you will make new

friends, meet a super camp counselor, and have lots of fun outdoors.

Invite a friend to come along! Youth Camp is scheduled for the first

part of the summer.

• Hiking and canoeing

• Horseback riding

• Arts and crafts

• Campfire worship

• Overnight campout (for grades 5 and up)

• Bible studies

• Team building activities on the low ropes challenge

course (for grades 5 and up)

• Indoor/Outdoor games

Counselor in Training (CIT)

Grades 10-12: June 17 - July 1

Cost: $550 (3 weeks)

• Receive one week of training to learn about camp staff

duties • Return for a second and third week to work side-by-side

with our staff.

Peer Ministry

Grades 9-12: June 12-17

Cost: $370 (Corp) / $395 (Non-Corp) Space is limited.

“It’s not a job. It is an attitude.” Peer ministers develop effective

communication skills that allow them to reach out and help those

around them. Peer ministers learn ways to become welcoming and

accepting, aware of the hurts and needs of others, and how to be

caring listeners. Peer Ministry at Outlaw will include time to explore the

uniqueness of the Black Hills. Options include: hiking Harney Peak,

biking the MickelsonTrail, canoeing, and/or a servant project.

1-2-3 Camp

Grades 1-3 & Adult: June 26-27 (Sun-Mon) / June 28-29 (Tues-Wed)

Cost: $85 (includes child and adult)

Please call to ask about housing available for adult and child of

different genders. (800-888-1464)

One camp. One night. One awesome experience! Pack your sleeping

bag and pillow and your favorite adult. Come and explore the fun

and adventure of Outlaw Ranch packed into 24 hours. First, second,

and third graders can learn what camp is all about by participating in

games, crafts, singing, hiking, and campfire.

Outlaw Ranch Youth Advisors

The first adult is free; each additional adult/advisor or spouse is 1/2

the fee for youth.

Outlaw Ranch

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Family CampStrengthening FamiliesCome spend quality time with your family in a relaxed atmosphere in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We welcome all types of families - couples, singles, one parent or two, step families, infants to adolescents, to grandparents - everyone is welcome! Enjoy life in Christian community, surrounded by new and old friends and family as you play, pray, worship, and grow together in faith.

What’s Family Camp Like?Enjoy an all-inclusive family vacation rooted in your values! In the mornings, adults spend time together in conversation and learning, guided by a weekly resource leader, while youth enjoy activities with our well-trained counselors and artist-in-residence. Afternoons are open for families to spend time together participating in on-site camp activities such as horseback riding, canoeing, hiking or exploring off-site attractions in the Black Hills such as Custer National Park, Mount Rushmore, caving, Sylvan Lake, hiking, biking, and golfing. Each night draws to a close with worship around the campfire. As for the food…the delicious home-cooked meals speak for themselves. Even the kids qill love the food!

* New in 2011 - ½ Week! Week Resource Leader Artist-in-ResidenceJuly 3-8 Bishop David Zellmer & Dr. Anna Madsen Hans PetersonJuly 10-15 Dr. Ken Jones James HerschJuly 17-22 T.B.A. Paul TietjanJuly 24-29 Dr. Karoline Lewis Tangled BlueJuly 31-Aug 5 Dr. Terry Fretheim Nate Houge* August 7-10 T.B.A River’s Voice

Full Week Cost:CabinsAdults - $360Age 12-18 - $335Age 3-11 - $295Maximum Fee - $1500

Lodge RoomsAdults - $370Age 12-18 - $360Age 3-11 - $320Maximum Fee - $1600

• Ages 2 and under are free.

• Plus $50 for: Non-Corporate & out of state families

• See more about family camp cost in the family camp brochure or call the office at 800-888-1464.

½ Week Cost:CabinsAdults - $215Age 12-18 - $200Age 3-11 - $175Maximum Fee - $890

Lodge RoomsAdults - $220Age 12-18 - $215Age 3-11 - $190Maximum Fee - $940

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Joy Ranch is for kids and adults with & without special needs.

What’s Happening Now…• Day camp programs• Horse program and buggy rides• Outdoor education• Group and family picnics • Day outings

Look What’s Coming...• Fully wheelchair accessible camp and retreat center open year-round• 16 fully accessible retreat center rooms serving 36 – 68 youth and adults• 4 cabin style rooms & accessible bathrooms serving up to 40 campers• Open to individuals, families, groups, and congregations (all

denominations)• Attend a program or rent our facilities

- Therapeutic horseback riding - Medical specialty camps- Youth and Family camps- Year-round retreats

Check out construction photos online...

Call and schedule your day visit with Pam at 605-886-4622.

Joy RanchJoy Ranch, located seven miles northwest of Watertown, is a barrier-free wheelchair accessible camp and retreat center being built from the ground up. An 1880’s prairie town design, complete with “old west” facades, contrasts with modern high comfort facilities designed to ensure that youth and adults of all ability levels are welcome. The camp also includes lake access, an 1880’s vintage church, one room schoolhouse, traditional barn as well as a state-of-the art horse riding arena. This unique setting provides a great backdrop for future programs including youth and family camps, therapeutic horseback riding programs, medical specialty camps, and year-round retreats. Although Joy Ranch is still undergoing construction, it is open for guests to schedule day events, horse programs, buggy rides, picnics, weddings, service projects and tours.

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Day Camps Grades 1-6Bring a taste of camp to your community! NeSoDak or Outlaw staff come equipped to serve youth in your

congregation and community.

• Bible study, worship, songs, arts and crafts, service projects and games.

• Your congregation provides helpers, food and housing for the visiting staff.

• A Thursday night program for family and guests.

• A week of fun-filled, Christ-centered, Christian fellowship for all.

Call 800-888-1464 for more information.

Year-round retreats For more information go to www.losd.org or call the camp hosting the retreat/event.Youth Winter Park, Colorado Ski Weekend 9-12th) Feb. 18-21, 2011 outlaw RanchMiddle School Retreat

Mar. 4-5, 2011 outlaw RanchElementary Adventure

April 16, 2011 outlaw RanchElementary Adventure

April 30, 2011 NeSoDakEvERYoNELutefisk Dinners

Dec. 4,5,11 & 12, 2010 NeSoDakChristmas Bake In A Day Dec. 10-12, 2010 outlaw RanchFamily Snow Adventure Feb. 26, 2011 NeSoDakOutlaw & AMR 2000’s Staff Reunion July 8 & 9, 2011 outlaw/AMRADult

Quilting Retreat Jan. 27-30, 2010 Feb. 17-20, 2011 NeSoDakPassionate Quilters Jan. 28-30, 2011

Feb. 4-6, 2011April 29-May 1, 2011May 6-8, 2011

outlaw RanchScandinavian Baking Days Nov. 18-20, 2010NeSoDak

Scrapbooking Retreat Feb. 4-6, 2011NeSoDak

Our Common Thread Feb. 11-13, 2011NeSoDak

Women’s Retreat April. 8-10, 2011 outlaw Ranch

Work Weekend May. 7, 2011NeSoDak

Check www.losd.org for full list of retreats.For more about these retreats please contact the camp that is hosting the retreat.Outlaw Ranch - 605-673-4040 or [email protected] - 605-947-4440 or [email protected] Ranch - 605-886-4622 or [email protected]

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Registration Policies1. Registration for all camps (NeSoDak, Outlaw, Klein and AMR) will open on the first Monday of November.

2. All weeks and space will be filled on a first come, first served policy. To be registered you must complete a registration form and include a deposit.

3. The schedule is posted on the web site: www.losd.org. Online registration will be available but does not guarantee a space until confirmed by a response from the registrar.

4. Individuals/families may reserve space by sending in a completed registration form and required deposit.

5. Groups may reserve space by contracting with the registrar for the specified dates and number of spaces needed.

6. Deposits of $100 per person are required with registration. Deposits are non-refundable but are transferable to another individual taking that person’s place.

7. Information sheets, health forms are available online and billing statements will be sent by email to campers/groups after they register.

8. Total camp fees are due approximately 2 weeks before attending your week of camp.

9. A service charge of $25 is added to campers cancelling within 2 weeks of camp date or not notifying camp they are not attending. $10 will be accessed to late payments.

10. All registrations, except year-round retreating (pg 17), are handled through the Sioux Falls Administrative office. (Office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.) Send all registrations and payment of fees to: Lutherans Outdoors in South Dakota 2001 S Summit Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57197

11. Corporate fees apply to those campers who are members of congregations which are part of the Lutherans Outdoors corporation (South Dakota Synod & Wyoming Conference of the Rocky Mountain Synod). Other campers use the non-corporate fees.

12. We do accept VISA, Mastercard and Discover credit cards. Please provide credit card number, expiration date, and billing address for processing this type of payment.

No DiscriminationLutherans Outdoors does not discriminate. Lutherans Outdoors is operated in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy: USDA prohibits discrimination in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDA’s TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Bldg, 14th & Independence Ave SW, Washington DC 20250 or call 202-720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Equal OpportunityLutherans Outdoors in South Dakota is an equal opportunity provider and is operating on the Black Hills National Forest under the terms and conditions of a Special Use Permit.

How to RegisteR an individual1. Review Summer Program Brochure. Select week(s) for you and a friend to go to camp.

2. Register online or call 800-888-1464. Registration opens Monday, november 1, 2010. $100 non-refundable deposit required for completed registration (PrintableregistrationformsareavailableonlineorpleasecalltheLOofficeifyouwouldliketoreceiveonebymail)

3. go to www.losd.org/forms tofindyourcamper information sheet and health form.

4. Please feel free to call anytime for assistance or questions.

How to RegisteR a gRoup1. Review Summer Program Brochure. Select week(s) for group to go to camp.

2. Request more brochures/handouts, if needed, fromtheSiouxFallsofficebycalling800-888-1464 or visiting the website at www.losd.org.

3. Reserve your week(s) at camp with our Registrar, Cheryl, by calling 605-274-5326 or 800-888-1464. Registration opens Monday,

november 1, 2010.

4. Conduct camp promotional, gather registration forms and collect deposits. Registrations can also be made online. (Printable registration forms are available online)

5. Mail registrations and deposits to Cheryl by the agreed upon date.

6. Continue to fundraise and excite campers. Feel free to call anytime for assistance or questions.

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