Adventure of a Lifetime

LAKE OKOBOJI • PICTURED ROCKS • WESLEY WOODS

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2018 IOWA UNITED METHODIST CAMPS

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Bryan JohnsonLDM for Camping and Christian Formation515-974-8913bryan.johnson@iaumc.org

Courtney GlienkeIowa U.M. Camp Registrar800-765-1651camps@iaumc.org

Hello Friends!We can’t wait to share another summer of friendships, faith building and excitement with you at Lake Okoboji, Pictured Rocks, and Wesley Woods Camp and Retreat Centers!

Iowa United Methodist Camps offer many different activities at each of our sites, and we know you’ll have the best week ever with our caring staff to guide you. Every camper can find something that they’ll enjoy, including adults who wish they could come to camp, too! Family Camps are a summer special, and we have retreat opportunities all year long.

We understand the impact that camp can have on your family and want to be a part of an experience that will last a lifetime. All three of our sites are accredited members of the American Camp Association, so you can rest easy knowing that safety is our top priority.

Come join us this summer for the Adventure of a Lifetime. There’s always a place for you at an Iowa United Methodist Camp.

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Lake OKOBOJILake Okoboji United Methodist Camp21413 154th Street Place – Spirit Lake, IA 51360866-856-9862 – okoboji.camp@iaumc.org

Just off the shores of West Lake Okoboji lies more than 100 acres of beautiful camp retreat opportunities in the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes. Okoboji campers and retreat guests enjoy a wide variety of onsite activities such as archery, high ropes, go-karts, disc-golf, mountain boarding, canoeing, and so much more. At Okoboji Camp, Christ is shared through song, word, worship, and example by caring staff members. Lives are changed forever!

PICTURED ROCKSPictured Rocks United Methodist Camp12004 190th Street – Monticello, IA 52310866-651-1223 – picturedrocks.camp@iaumc.org

Resting quietly on a hilltop among the forests and rock bluffs of the Maquoketa River is Pictured Rocks United Methodist Camp. Join the caring camp staff this summer for team building, low ropes, rock climbing, bouldering, and geocaching just to name a few. There is adventure around every corner. Through intentional community creation and spiritual direction, campers gain confidence in themselves and their faith. Come encounter Christ’s love this summer!

WESLEY WOODSWesley Woods United Methodist Camp10896 Nixon Street – Indianola, IA 50125866-684-7753 – wesleywoods.camp@iaumc.org

Tucked away near Lake Ahquabi, you’ll find 344 acres overlooking rolling hills in a woodland retreat. Wesley Woods Camp offers a chance to learn about God’s creation. Live in tents, a log cabin, or a Sears & Roebuck home while cooking over a fire in Outpost camps or take a more modern approach with Inpost events. Wesley Woods is where campers make new friends, worship Christ, and have fun discovering how to grow into the people they were meant to be. The staff can’t wait to meet you!

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WHICH CAMPSITE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?There are three United Methodist Camp and Retreat Centers located across the state of Iowa. Though there is certainly one in your neighborhood,

consider all of them. Each campsite offers a unique setting, its own special programming, and ultimately a one-of-a-kind experience.

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Lake Okoboji All Ages Winter Games Sled Head Breakfast Jan 27 7

Wesley Woods 15 + Junior Staff Training 1 Apr 21-22 17

15 + Junior Wrangler Training 1 Apr 21-22 17

15 + Junior Staff Training 2 May 4-5 17

15 + Junior Wrangler Training 2 May 4-5 17

Lake Okoboji All Ages Camp Work Day May 19 7

16+ J-Staff Training #1 May 19 7

All Ages Okoboji Neighbor Night Jun 8 7

16+ J-Staff Training #2 May 26 7

Wesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 1 Jun 10-15 15

9-17 SA 1 + Adventureland & More Jun 10-15 15

9-17 SA 1 + Let’s Ride Jun 10-15 15

16 + EP Buddy 1 Jun 10-15 17

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 1 Jun 10-15 16

12-16 Saddle Up 1 (Intermediate) Jun 10-15 16

18 + Exceptional Person Camp 1 Jun 11-15 14

Pictured Rocks 4-8 w/Adult Shepherds & Sheep Jun 15-16 12

Wesley Woods 4-6 w/Adult Fireflies First Flight Overnight Jun 17-18 17

6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 1 Jun 17-19 15

8-12 Camp Hope Jun 17-19 17

9-17 Summer Adventure 2 Jun 17-22 15

9-17 SA 2 + Canvas to Clay Jun 17-22 15

9-17 SA 2 + Where the Wild Things Are Jun 17-22 15

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 2 Jun 17-22 16

12-17 Best of the Best 1 Jun 17-22 16

Confirmation Camp June 24-29 17

9-13 Horse Crazy 1 (Beginner) Jun 17-22 16

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #1 Jun 18-20 9

9-17 Adventure 1: Okoboji Olympics Jun 18-23 8

Pictured Rocks 6-9 Pathfinders - Nature Adventure Jun 18-20 11

9-16 Navigators - Thrill Seekers Jun 18-23 11

Wesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 3 Jun 24-29 15

9-17 SA 3 + Let’s Ride Jun 24-29 15

12-17 SA 3 + High Ropes Jun 24-29 15

18+ Exceptional Person Camp 2 Jun 24-29 14

16 + EP Buddy 2 Jun 24-29 17

9-17 Joy Camp Jun 24-29 17

13-17 Night Owls 1 Jun 24-29 16

9-17 Wilderness Adventure 1 Jun 24-29 16

13-17 Take the Reins 1 (Advanced) Jun 24-29 16

4-6 My First Camp Adventure - Day Camp 1 June 24-24 15

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #2 Jun 25-27 9

9-17 Adventure 2: Superhero Showdown Jun 25-30 8

Pictured Rocks 9-16 Navigators - The Game Jun 25-30 11

12-16 Navigators - IMPACT Jun 25-30 11

Lake Okoboji 4-6 Guardian & Angel Overnight #1 Jun 29-30 9

Wesley Woods 4-6 w/Adult Fireflies First Flight Overnight 2 Jul 1-2 17

Pictured Rocks 6-9 Pathfinders - Let’s Celebrate! Jul 1-3 11

8-12 Camp Hope Jul 1-3 11

13-16 Camp Hope Teens Jul 1-3 11

Wesley Woods 18 + Exceptional Person Half Week Camp Jul 1-3 14

18 + E. Person Half Week Camp Outpost Jul 1-3 14

6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 2 Jul 1-3 15

Lake Okoboji 18+ Family Camp Jul 5-7 9

6-9 Short Stacks #3 Jul 5-7 9

4-6 Lil’ Explorers Day Camp #1 Jul 6 9

Camp Ages Event Dates PageLake Okoboji All Ages Winter Games Sled Head Breakfast Jan 27 7

Wesley Woods 15 + Junior Staff Training 1 Apr 21-22 17

15 + Junior Wrangler Training 1 Apr 21-22 17

15 + Junior Staff Training 2 May 4-5 17

15 + Junior Wrangler Training 2 May 4-5 17

Lake Okoboji All Ages Camp Work Day May 19 7

16+ J-Staff Training #1 May 19 7

All Ages Okoboji Neighbor Night Jun 8 7

16+ J-Staff Training #2 May 26 7

Wesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 1 Jun 10-15 15

9-17 SA 1 + Adventureland & More Jun 10-15 15

9-17 SA 1 + Let’s Ride Jun 10-15 15

16 + EP Buddy 1 Jun 10-15 17

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 1 Jun 10-15 16

12-16 Saddle Up 1 (Intermediate) Jun 10-15 16

18 + Exceptional Person Camp 1 Jun 11-15 14

Pictured Rocks 4-8 w/Adult Shepherds & Sheep Jun 15-16 12

Wesley Woods 4-6 w/Adult Fireflies First Flight Overnight Jun 17-18 17

6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 1 Jun 17-19 15

8-12 Camp Hope Jun 17-19 17

9-17 Summer Adventure 2 Jun 17-22 15

9-17 SA 2 + Canvas to Clay Jun 17-22 15

9-17 SA 2 + Where the Wild Things Are Jun 17-22 15

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 2 Jun 17-22 16

12-17 Best of the Best 1 Jun 17-22 16

9-13 Horse Crazy 1 (Beginner) Jun 17-22 16

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #1 Jun 18-20 9

9-17 Adventure 1: Okoboji Olympics Jun 18-23 8

Pictured Rocks 6-9 Pathfinders - Nature Adventure Jun 18-20 11

9-16 Navigators - Thrill Seekers Jun 18-23 11

Wesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 3 Jun 24-29 15

9-17 SA 3 + Let’s Ride Jun 24-29 15

12-17 SA 3 + High Ropes Jun 24-29 15

18+ Exceptional Person Camp 2 Jun 24-29 14

16 + EP Buddy 2 Jun 24-29 17

9-17 Joy Camp Jun 24-29 17

13-17 Night Owls 1 Jun 24-29 16

9-17 Wilderness Adventure 1 Jun 24-29 16

13-17 Take the Reins 1 (Advanced) Jun 24-29 16

4-6 My First Camp Adventure - Day Camp 1 June 24-24 15

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #2 Jun 25-27 9

9-17 Adventure 2: Superhero Showdown Jun 25-30 8

Pictured Rocks 9-16 Navigators - The Game Jun 25-30 11

12-16 Navigators - IMPACT Jun 25-30 11

Lake Okoboji 4-6 Guardian & Angel Overnight #1 Jun 29-30 9

Wesley Woods 4-6 w/Adult Fireflies First Flight Overnight 2 Jul 1-2 17

Pictured Rocks 6-9 Pathfinders - Let’s Celebrate! Jul 1-3 11

8-12 Camp Hope Jul 1-3 11

13-16 Camp Hope Teens Jul 1-3 11

Wesley Woods 18 + Exceptional Person Half Week Camp Jul 1-3 14

18 + E. Person Half Week Camp Outpost Jul 1-3 14

6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 2 Jul 1-3 15

Lake Okoboji 18+ Family Camp Jul 5-7 9

6-9 Short Stacks #3 Jul 5-7 9

4-6 Lil’ Explorers Day Camp #1 Jul 6 9

Wesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 4 Jul 8-13 15

Camp Ages Event Dates PageWesley Woods 9-17 Summer Adventure 4 Jul 8-13 15

9-17 SA 4 + Where the Wild Things Are Jul 8-13 15

9-17 SA 4 + Let’s Ride Jul 8-13 15

9-17 SA 4 + Canvas to Clay Jul 8-13 15

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 3 Jul 8-13 16

12-17 Best of the Best 2 Jul 8-13 16

12-16 Saddle Up 2 (Intermediate) Jul 8-13 16

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #4 Jul 9-11 9

Pictured Rocks 6-9 Pathfinders - Water Adventure Jul 9-11 11

Lake Okoboji 9-17 Adventure 3: Big Boji Splash Jul 9-14 8

Pictured Rocks 9-16 Navigators - Water Adventure Jul 9-14 11

Wesley Woods 12-17 Best of the Best 3 Jul 15-20 16

9-17 Wilderness Adventure 2 Jul 15-20 16

9-13 Horse Crazy 2 (Beginner) Jul 15-20 16

Pictured Rocks 9-16 Navigators - Encounter Jul 16-18 11

9-16 Navigators - Suspended Jul 16-20 11

Lake Okoboji 9-17 Adventure 4: Okoboji Island Adventure Jul 16-21 8

14+ Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure #1 Jul 21-26 9

Wesley Woods 6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 3 Jul 22-24 15

9-17 Summer Adventure 5 Jul 22-27 15

9-17 SA 5 + Let’s Ride Jul 22-27 15

12-17 SA 5 + High Ropes Jul 22-27 15

9-17 SA 5 + Adventureland & More Jul 22-27 15

13-17 Night Owls 2 Jul 22-27 16

13-17 Take the Reins 2 (Advanced) Jul 22-27 16

Lake Okoboji 9-17 Adventure 5: Big Color Bash Jul 23-28 8

Wesley Woods 10-13 Adventure Camp Jul 25-28 17

4-6 My First Camp Adventure - Day Camp 2 Jul 27-27 15

9-17 Summer Adventure 6 Jul 29-Aug 3 15

9-17 SA 6 + High Ropes Jul 29-Aug 3 15

9-17 SA 6 + Let’s Ride Jul 29-Aug 3 15

9-17 SA 6 + Canvas to Clay Jul 29-Aug 3 15

9-17 Great Outpost Adventure 4 Jul 29-Aug 3 16

12-17 Best of the Best 4 Jul 29-Aug 3 16

9-17 Wilderness Adventure 3 Jul 29-Aug 3 16

12-16 Saddle Up 3 (Intermediate) Jul 29-Aug 3 16

9-13 Horse Crazy 3 (Beginner) Jul 29-Aug 3 16

Lake Okoboji 9-17 Adventure 6: You Can’t Do That At Camp! Jul 30-Aug 4 8

Wesley Woods 18 + Autism - Adventure Camp Buddy/Assistant Aug 1-3 14

9-17 Autism - Adventure Camp Youth Aug 1-3 14

Lake Okoboji 4-6 Guardian & Angel Overnight #2 Aug 3-4 9

Wesley Woods 6 + Grandparent Grandchild - Youth Aug 3-5 17

18 + Grandparent Grandchild - Adult Aug 3-5 17

Lake Okoboji 14+ Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure #2 Aug 4-9 9

Wesley Woods 6-9 Mini Summer Adventure 4 Aug 5-7 15

9-17 Summer Adventure 7 Aug 5-10 15

9-17 SA 7 + Adventureland & More Aug 5-10 15

9-17 SA 7 + Where the Wild Things Are Aug 5-10 15

13-17 Night Owls 3 Aug 5-10 16

15-17 Ranch on the Road 1 (Advanced) Aug 5-10 16

Lake Okoboji 6-9 Short Stacks #5 Aug 6-8 9

9-17 Adventure 7: Let The Games Begin Aug 6-11 8

4-6 Lil’ Explorers Day Camp #2 Aug 10 9

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The Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp is ready for another fantastic summer. We are looking forward to morning wake up calls, afternoons at the Lake, evenings around the campfire, and everything in-between. For over a century campers have been coming to Lake Okoboji UM Camp, we know this summer will be the best one yet!

Week-long campers ages 9-17 can experience the famous Adventure Camps, the biggest and best way to experience camp. Adventure Campers take part in the exciting Okoboji Journey Program each full day of camp. If you’re looking for a little something extra make sure to check out the Adventure Camp Upgrades (Go-Karts, Amusement Park, Teen Week, Sky Zone, Horses and Aerial Adventure Course) that allow you to take your event to the next level.

For younger campers aged 6-9, Short Stacks camp is a huge hit! Two action packed days and nights at camp filled with classic camp activities. 4-6 year-olds can join us at a Lil’ Explorers Day Camp event for a fun-filled day of activities and faith development.

You’ll find opportunities for the entire family at Okoboji, too! Guardian & Angel overnights are a long-standing and ever popular choice for our youngest campers to experience Okoboji with a special adult Guardian. The Okoboji Family Camp is for families of all ages and sizes to come together for an exciting two-night adventure that will create lifetime memories!

You won’t want to miss out on some of the exciting year round events like the annual Sled Head Breakfast during the Okoboji Winter Games. Come get a taste of what camp is like, at our Neighbor Night Summer Kickoff, where we start the summer off in style!

Generations of youth and adults know that the Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp has been a place set apart to make new friends, learn new skills, develop self-confidence and grow together in faith while amongst caring, Christian staff. Come see for yourself why Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp is 103 years strong; we can’t wait to see you at camp!

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WINTER EVENTSWINTER GAMES: SLED HEAD BREAKFAST FreeAll ages 8am-11amWhile you are in the Iowa Great Lakes celebrating the Okoboji Winter Games, swing by camp on Saturday morning for the 5th Annual Sled Head Breakfast! We’ll be cooking up scrambled eggs, fresh baked scones and sizzling bacon for friends old and new during the big winter event. Come and go as you please – find out why camp is the place to be, even with snow on the ground!Winter Games Sled Head Breakfast Jan 27

JUNIOR STAFF TRAINING $25Ages 16+ 11am-5pmJunior Staff members spend up to a week at a time working closely with full-time summer staff in areas of cabin leadership, kitchen support and faith development. This is a wonderful opportunity for youth to grow and share their faith! All Junior Staff receive a t-shirt, water bottle and photos/videos of their time on site. If unable to attend a training event, please contact camp at 866-856-9862.4801 J-Staff Training 1 May 194802 J-Staff Training 2 May 26

CAMP WORK DAY FREEAll Ages 9am-5pmCampers need your help! Come to camp for a day in the spring, take on a few projects, make some new friends and help get camp ready for summer ministry! It takes the work of many to help this ministry thrive. Perfect for youth groups, men’s and women’s groups or families. Projects for all skill levels, ages and group sizes. Overnight accommodations available - call camp to reserve some space. Lunch, materials and supervision of projects provided. Camp Work Day May 19

OPEN HOUSENEIGHBOR NIGHT & SUMMER KICKOFF FreeAll ages 5-9pmHelp kick off the 103rd summer of ministry at camp; join us for our annual open house. Celebrate along with us as we begin our summer season with live music, BBQ dinner, wagon rides, camp tours, campfire with s’mores and great fellowship. It’s a terrific way to kick off another summer at the Lake Okoboji U.M. Camp!

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ADVENTURE 1: Okoboji Olympics $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amWe hope you are ready to go for the gold during the Okoboji-style Olympic games! Build your team, participate in some awesome games and activities, and then enjoy the Olympic-sized celebration to conclude the week! Grab your friends, and join us for the Okoboji Olympics this summer! (Adventure Upgrades: Go-Karts, Horses)4251 Adventure 1: Okoboji Olympics Jun 18-2342511 Adventure 1: OO w/Go-Karts* Jun 18-2342512 Adventure 1: OO w/Horses* Jun 18-23

ADVENTURE 2: Superhero Showdown $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amDo you have what it takes to be Okoboji’s next great superhero? Grab your cape, grab your friends, and discover your inner superhero! Come join us during this fast-paced, action-packed, fun-filled week! We can’t wait to meet all of this years awesome superheroes! (Adventure Upgrade: Aerial Course)4252 Adventure 2: Superhero Showdown Jun 25-3042521 Adventure 2: SS w/Aerial Course* Jun 25-30

ADVENTURE 3: Big Boji Splash $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amMake a huge splash this summer with your friends in this wet and wild adventure! If waterfront isn’t enough, join us for some extra, water-themed fun this summer. Come make new friends and share in God’s love in this awesome, new adventure! (Adventure Upgrades: Sky Zone, Go-Karts)4253 Adventure 3: Big Boji Splash Jul 9-1442531 Adventure 3: BBS w/Sky Zone* Jul 9-1442532 Adventure 3: BBS w/Go-Karts* Jul 9-14

ADVENTURE 4: Okoboji Island Adventure $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amSay Aloha to friends old and new, as you have a fun-filled week on your very own Island Adventure. Travel around the island where you get to lay on the beach, play in the sand, and experience a new adventure with amazing friends. (Adventure Upgrades: Aerial Course, Amusement Park) 4254 Adventure 4: Okoboji Island Adventure Jul 16-2142541 Adventure 4: OIA w/Aerial Course* Jul 16-2142542 Adventure 4: OIA w/Amusement Park* Jul 16-21

Adventure 5: Big Color Bash $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amBrighten up your summer with Okoboji’s Big Color Bash! Team up with friends to achieve goals, compete against other cabins, and have a blast! Get ready to experience all of the crazy Color Bash activities and bring home some amazing memories. (Adventure Upgrades: Teen Week, Sky Zone)4255 Adventure 5: Big Color Bash Jul 23-2842551 Adventure 5: BCB w/Teen Week* (ages 13-17) Jul 23-2842552 Adventure 5: BCB w/Sky Zone* Jul 23-28

ADVENTURE 6: You Can’t Do That At Camp $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amThink you know camp? Think again! Come join us during the only week of the summer where campers get to bend the classic camp rules. Stay up late? Sleep in? Maybe your counselor will even let you in on where the Camp Director’s secret snack stash is hidden! Grab your friends and get ready for an epic week! (Adventure Upgrades: Go-Karts, Aerial Course)4256 Adventure 6: You Can’t Do That At Camp July 30-Aug 442561 Adventure 6: YCDTAC w/Go-Karts* July 30-Aug 442562 Adventure 6: YCDTAC w/Aerial Course* July 30-Aug 4

ADVENTURE 7: Let The Games Begin $420Ages 9-17 3-4pm-10:30amAs summer is coming to an end, we will go all-out to make sure you have the best week ever! If you want to star on a TV game show, now is your chance! This week is filled with some of your favorite games shows, along with other classic activities. Join your team today, and get ready to compete for the ultimate prize. (Adventure Upgrades: Go-Karts, Aerial Course)4257 Adventure 7: Let The Games Begin Aug 6-1142571 Adventure 7: LGB w/Go-Karts* Aug 6-1142572 Adventure 7: LGB w/Aerial Course* Aug 6-11

At Okoboji, Adventure Camp is the premier event! Available for youth ages 9-17, all participants can expect to stay in a cabin with campers of similar age and an adult leader. All Adventure Camps include your choice of activities through the famous Journey program and Camp Quest. Each session offers an exciting theme, and no matter what you choose you’ll find an adventure like no other! Looking for an upgrade? Each session has options available for extra fun! Check out descriptions and prices of the Adventure Upgrades on page 9. (Adventure Upgrades marked with an * to signify price difference. Example: Adventure 3 with Go-Karts is $445 ($420+$25 for the upgrade).

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JOURNEYSJourneys are the activities that you choose when you attend any adventure event at Okoboji U.M. Camp. You pick exactly how you’d like to spend your morning, whether it’s canoeing at the lake, making crafts or climbing the rock wall! Every full day of camp, you’ll spend your mornings in your Journey groups meeting new friends and developing new skills. If you’d like to learn more about the Journey program, feel free to contact camp at 866-856-9862 or email info@okobojicamp.com.

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7:45 – Morning Watch

8:00 – Breakfast

8:40 – Bible Study

9:15 – Meet for Journeys

9:30 – Journey 1

10:20 – Journey 2

11:10 – Journey 3

12:15 – Lunch

12:45 – FOYB

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5:30 – Dinner

6:15 – Bible Study

7:00 – All Camp Evening Activity

8:15 – Campfire

9:15 – Cabin Time

10:00 – Lights Out

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GO-KARTS $25Buckle-up, this Upgrade is all about speed! Every full day of your Adventure Camp you’ll put the pedal to the metal during Journey time on the famous Okoboji Go-Kart Track. Get ready to travel up and down hills, around sharp turns and through the open prairie. Are you ready to roll? (Available Adventure Sessions 1, 3, 6, 7)

HORSES $25Saddle up and hit the trails with your new horse buddy! You’ll go for three trail rides during your already awesome week at camp. Be sure to register quickly, limited space is available! (Available Adventure Session 1)

AMUSEMENT PARK $50Roller coasters, waterslides and so much more, make this the most extreme Upgrade! You’ll visit Arnold’s Park for an afternoon of excitement, and end the week at King’s Pointe Waterpark. Be sure to register quickly, limited space is available! (Available Adventure Session 4)

TEEN WEEK $20 - Ages 13-17Hey Teens, this Upgrade is just for you! Have extra beach time, hit up the Nutty Bar Stand and even your own personal pizza party. The best part? Getting to see your favorite camp friends year after year, and making new ones, too! (Available Adventure Session 5)

SKY ZONE TRAMPOLINE PARK $40Visit the famous Sky Zone indoor trampoline park for tons of jumping fun during the camp week. You’ll bounce, flip, dunk and land in a pit filled with 10,000 foam cubes. Are you a Boji Ball champion? You’ll love Sky Zone Dodgeball! Be sure to register quickly, limited space is available! *Sky Zone Waiver Required Prior to Event (Available Adventure Session 3, 5)

AERIAL ADVENTURE COURSE $25Experience the excitement of the 40-foot tall Aerial Adventure Course right here at the Lake Okoboji U.M. Camp! During Journey times you will climb high into the air and work your way across this state-of-the-art 13-element course. Come see why this is truly the most high-flying Upgrade around. (Available Adventure Sessions 2, 4, 6, 7)

These super-charged Upgrades will take your Adventure Camp to the next level! Available for an additional fee, campers who choose an upgrade will have access to additional activities beyond traditional camp programming. Adventure Upgrade events/costs are marked with an *. Additional upgrade fee applies to original cost of the event. Example: Adventure 3 with Go-Karts is $445 ($420+$25 Upgrade cost).

SHORT STACKS $190Ages 6-9 See times belowThe BIG event for 6-9 year-old campers is back and better than ever! Archery, parachutes, canoes, sleepovers and wagon rides are just the beginning of your giant adventure. Bring a friend and sign up today!4101 Short Stacks 1 Jun 18-20 (2pm-2pm) 4102 Short Stacks 2 Jun 25-27 (2pm-2pm)4103 Short Stacks 3 Jul 5-7 (11am-11am) 4104 Short Stacks 4 Jul 9-11 (2pm-2pm)4105 Short Stacks 5 Aug 6-8 (2pm-2pm)

LIL’ EXPLORERS DAY CAMP $76Ages 4-6 10am-7pmHere’s a special day for our littlest campers. Come to camp and ride the wagon, make a craft, swim in the lake, hear a Bible story, ride a canoe and much more! Our caring staff can’t wait to spend the day with you!4001 Lil’ Explorers 1 Jul 64002 Lil’ Explorers 2 Aug 10

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GUARDIAN & ANGEL OVERNIGHT Prices belowAges 4-6 w/adult 11am-10:30amBring a special person in your life to camp this summer! Okoboji’s Guardian & Angel camps provide an opportunity for young campers to come to camp with their favorite adult family member or friend. You will spend the whole day together as you swim in the lake, ride in a canoe, shoot archery, hear Bible Stories, ride the go-karts and have a campfire complete with roasted marshmallows! Jun 29-304051 G&A #1 (Youth) $824052 G&A #1 (Adult) $824053 G&A #1 (Extra Youth) $664054 G&A #1 (Extra Adult) $66

Aug 3-4 4055 G&A #2 (Youth) $824056 G&A #2 (Adult) $824057 G&A #1 (Extra Youth) $664058 G&A #1 (Extra Adult) $66

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OKOBOJI FAMILY CAMP $100/personAll ages w/adult 11am-11amExperience the excitement of camp with your whole family! Opportunities for games, campfires, swimming, go-karts, archery, a free-time session to explore the Okoboji area and so much more! Programming times for the whole family, and breakaway times for both youth and adults make this a fun-filled adventure that will help bring your family closer together. 4151 Okoboji Family Camp (Adult) Jul 5-74152 Okoboji Family Camp (Youth) Jul 5-7

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BOUNDARY WATERS CANOE ADVENTURE $430Ages 14+ Experience true wilderness camping in the beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota. Enjoy canoeing, hiking, swimming and fishing. Share with other Christians in spiritual growth. Fee covers all expenses including travel, camping equipment and food. For more information, please contact the trip leaders. Ed Frank, swmreved@hotmail.com, 712-577-3605, or Hannah Kendrick, hannahfinehout@gmail.com, 641-781-8042.4901 Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure 1 July 21-264902 Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure 2 Aug 4-9

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At Pictured Rocks your children are part of a Christ-centered community guided by our caring, Christian staff. They will make friendships that last a lifetime and create unforgettable memories!

Imagine learning to canoe, developing archery skills and being challenged to try new things. Imagine successfully climbing real rock bluffs, exploring a cave or soaring down a zip line. These are just a few of the ways our campers discover self-worth and self-confidence. The life-long impact of these discoveries alongside genuine love and care from our authentic, affirming leaders is priceless!

Through the intentional design of our camp opportunities, Pictured Rocks is privileged to witness campers engaging in and renewing their faith, discovering their self-worth and gaining self-confidence every week! *Register those important children in your life today and watch them grow in faith and confidence!

Want to impact a life? Start here! Join us this summer for the adventure of a lifetime!(Register for summer camp by March 2nd to receive your free Pictured Rock’s T-shirt)

Two new styles of camp will help guide our campers this summer. Navigator camps are designed for campers ages 9-16 and range in length from 3-5 days. Staying in cabins with campers of similar age and guided by our outstanding, Christian counselors, Navigators will experience a close-knit community. With many intentional group- building activities, campers will ultimately share many unforgettable experiences as they learn to “navigate” their relationship with Christ as well as each other. All Navigator sessions will enjoy s’mores, rock climbing, swimming, and the zip line. If you are looking for extra adventure, some events include canoeing and off-site trips. See individual camp descriptions for details. Pathfinder camps are designed for campers ages 6-9. Guided by our amazing, young-adult counselors, Pathfinders will begin those all-important first steps down the faith “path” as they engage in age-appropriate Bible study, campfire worship and intentional Christian community. All Pathfinder sessions will enjoy camp favorites like s’mores, swimming, lake canoeing and slip-n-slide.

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Navigators-THRILL SEEKERS $450Ages 9-16 5pm-10amThrill-seekers unite! Come experience soaring down the zip line, challenge the 550 ft. cave and dare to climb to new heights! This action-packed adventure also includes the thrill of roller coasters, wild rides and waterslides as we spend a day at Adventureland Theme and Waterpark. 5501 Navigators–Thrill Seekers June 18-23

Navigators-IMPACT $450Ages 12-16 5pm-10amOne of the most challenging yet rewarding accomplishments in a “me first” world is learning to love and serve the people around us. IMPACT is a mission and service focused adventure which will challenge as well as teach campers what it really means to know, and love like, Jesus. In partnership with Matthew 25, we will spend part of the week serving in the community of Cedar Rapids. Join us as we dig in and get our hands dirty engaging in serving others like Jesus did.

**GREAT camp opportunity for Confirmation students as they experience being the church outside the walls of a church building. IMPACT will challenge youth to discover their personal strengths and gifts as they grow in their passion for loving and serving others.5502 Navigators-IMPACT Jun 25-30

Navigators-THE GAME $450Ages 9-16 5pm-10amLike competition… from sports to board games? Come enjoy a week of competitive fun at Pictured Rocks in this game-filled adventure featuring a trip to Cedar Rapids for friendly Go-Kart racing and a Cedar Rapids Kernels’ baseball game. 5503 Navigators-The Game Jun 25-30

Navigators-WATER ADVENTURE $450Ages 9-16 5pm-10amLike Wet & Wild fun? That’s what this adventure brings as we play tons of water games, enjoy the giant 100’ slip-n-slide and spend a day at Lost Island Waterpark! Awesome Bible studies, campfires and many more classic camp activities will round out the week. Register now and make a splash at Pictured Rocks this summer!5504 Navigators-Water Adventure Jul 9-14

Navigators-SUSPENDED $345Ages 9-16 5pm-10amReady to fall asleep in a comfortable hammock under the stars? Join us for this unique, 4-day adventure drifting off to sleep each night listening to the peaceful sounds of God’s awesome creation in our Hammock Village. Enjoy all your favorite camp activities plus experience cooking over an open fire. Give this cool experience a try… you’ll love it! Limited space - register today!5506 Navigators-Suspended Jul 16-20

FULL-WEEK CAMPS HALF-WEEK CAMPSPathfinders-NATURE ADVENTURE $210Ages 6-9 5pm-5pmDo you love playing outside, exploring nature and catching fireflies? If so, this adventure is for you! Come enjoy the peaceful sounds and wooded beauty of our Yurt Village. Hiking Pictured Rocks’ beautiful trails, swimming, lake canoeing, Bible Exploration and many other camp favorites are waiting for you!5201 Pathfinders–Nature Adventure Jun 18-20

Pathfinders-LET’S CELEBRATE $210Ages 6-9 5pm-5pmJoin us for a pre-4th of July celebration of our freedom! Enjoy camp favorites like s’mores, swimming, giant slip-n-slide and gaga ball. Bring your red, white & blue and come dance the night away at our awesome Pictured Rocks dance party!5202 Pathfinders–Let’s Celebrate Jul 1-3

Pathfinders-WATER ADVENTURE $210Ages 6-9 5pm-5pmCome make a splash this summer at Pictured Rocks with a variety of wet & wild activities! You’ll glide down our giant 100’ slip-n-slide, play water games, canoe on the lake and take a trip to the Monticello Aquatic Center. If you love water, grab your suit and come “soak” up some fun with us this summer!5203 Pathfinders-Water Adventure Jul 9-11

CAMP HOPE $210Ages (see below) 5pm-5pmCamp Hope is a special experience for kids and youth who have/have had a family member incarcerated. During this 3-day adventure campers will experience a Christ-centered community while enjoying canoeing, swimming, caving and many other traditional camp activities. Full scholarships are available for this great opportunity thanks to the generous support of the Iowa U.M. Church and Society agency as well as many faithful United Methodist churches and individual donors.5004 Camp Hope (Ages 8-12) Jul 1-3 5005 Camp Hope Teens (Ages 13-16) Jul 1-3

Navigators-ENCOUNTER $210Ages 9-16 5pm-5pmJoin us for this short, but powerful adventure sure to build strong, lasting relationships! Through intentional group building, praiseful singing, worshipful campfires and fun, engaging Bible studies we will encounter Christ in awesome ways!5505 Navigators-Encounter Jul 16-18

TYPICAL WEEK-LONGCAMPER DAY

7:45 – First Word 8:00 – Breakfast 8:45 – Bible Exploration 10:00 – Morning Activity (ie: Climbing, Archery) 12:00 – Lunch 1:00 – Swimming 2:15 – Store & FOB Time 3:30 – Afternoon Activity (ie: Caving, Mountain Boarding)

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SHEPHERDS and SHEEP See prices below Ages 4-8 with Adult(s) Jun 15-16 5pm-2pmA fun-filled overnight adventure for kids and adults (parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles) to experience camp together is waiting for you! Join our amazing staff as they lead activities designed to strengthen your cross-generational relationship. S’mores, swimming and other camp favorites are included in this short, but meaningful experience. Come make lasting memories with your favorite children! 5001 S & S (Child #1) $1605002 S & S (Adult #1 – free but must register!) FREE5003 S & S (Extra Child/Adult) $65

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SUMMER STAFFPictured Rocks seeks Christ-centered, mature, hardworking, individuals 16 years and older to be part of our awesome 2018 resident staff community! If you know someone who fits that description and may have interest in an amazing summer experience, email us or connect them directly at picturedrocks.camp@iaumc.org or 319-465-4194. WANT TO IMPACT A LIFE? START HERE!Resident counselors Age 18+Resident support staff (kitchen/maintenance) Age 16+

GROUP MISSION EXPERIENCE Time and price varies – All agesCome enjoy camp and mission all wrapped up in one! Our Group Mission Experiences are specifically designed as a combination of both. Groups typically work on specific projects at Pictured Rocks each morning and spend afternoons/evenings exploring camp fun by participating in staff-led activities of their choice. For more information about this wonderful mission opportunity please contact our office!

CAMP GRANDPARENTSDo you love camp and nurturing children in their faith? Then Pictured Rocks needs you! Come as a couple or as individuals and serve as a Camp Grandparent. These authentic adults will stay at camp during the week and use their gifts and talents to add to the experiences of our campers. He or she is willing to lend a hand when extra help is needed. Whether playing games, making crafts, singing campfire songs or participating in Bible exploration, don’t miss this great opportunity to enhance the lives of God’s precious children! Call us today and get your Adventure of a Lifetime planned today!

WINTER FUN DAY 2018 $6/Person or $25/FamilyJanuary 28 1pm – 5pmReady to zoom down an awesome sled hill? Bundle up, grab your favorite snow gear (sleds, cross-country skis, snow shoes, snowboards) and come enjoy some winter fun with your family or church group at Pictured Rocks! We will have a light, mid-afternoon lunch, warm drinks and a fire to warm by at the top of the sled hill. Please call the camp office at 319-465-4194 by January 19th to register.

SPRING/FALL/WINTER YOUTH RETREATS 2018See below for costs Love camp and can’t wait for summer? Bring your friends and join us for a weekend of games, songs, worship and Bible exploration led by our genuine, caring and dedicated young-adult staff. Events bring a taste of summer camp along with seasonal fun sure to make many lasting memories! Learn more and register at www.picturedrocks.org at least 14 days prior to event.3-5 Grade Mar 10-11/Oct 6-71pm-1pm $50/Person

6-8 Grade Apr 6-8/Oct 26-28 7pm-1pm $75/Person

High School Dec 27-2811am-4pm $60/Person

QUILTING & CREATIVE ARTS RETREAT Apr 12-15$120/Person 1pm – 2pmCalling all crafters! Whether you stamp, scrapbook, knit, quilt or do another type of craft, we invite you to join us at Pictured Rocks for our 6th annual crafting retreat! Bring your friends/clubs, load up your gear and come join us for a wonderful extended weekend of creative fun and fellowship. We’ll provide you the space to relax and enjoy your craft surrounded by the peaceful beauty of God’s creation. Feeling adventurous? Add a zipline experience to your weekend for just $10 more. Contact Mary Green at 563-927-4358 or revmary@iowatelecom.net for details and registration info.

FALL FAMILY RETREAT See prices belowAll ages 7pm-1pmCrazy schedules and busy lives? HIT PAUSE! Bring the whole family and join us for an awesome weekend of quality time and seasonal fun perfect for reconnecting and recharging with those we love the most! We’ll have lots of great camp activities you can pick and choose from – the schedule is all yours! Stay in a climate-controlled lodge (semi-private bathrooms) or enjoy our beautiful campground with your tent or RV. Learn more and register at www.picturedrocks.org at least 14 days prior to event.Family (Lodge) Oct 12-14 $225 per familyFamily (Campground) Oct 12-14 $175 per family

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Wesley Woods is your central U.M. Camp destination for faith centered adventures. Each year Wesley Woods is excited to offer youth a chance to step outside their comfort zone in a safe environment while learning about their faith through Bible Studies, large group worship, and personal devotion times.

We’re excited for campers of all ages to join us for our many events throughout the summer. Our youngest friends can bring an adult for a fun 24 hours at Firefly’s First Flight! Feeling a little more adventurous? Our Mini Summer Adventure camps are perfect for our 6-9 year-old friends! Older campers are encouraged to choose a full week Summer Adventure with the option of choosing one of our Upgrades, or one of our great Outpost Camps!

Summer Adventure campers will stay Inpost, sleep in air-conditioned facilities, and eat all meals in the dining hall. Summer Adventure campers will participate in large group worship, daily Bible studies, swim in the pond and pool, choose Journey activities, make s’mores, and so much more. Summer Adventure campers have

the option of choosing to register for an upgrade such as High Ropes or Canvas to Clay.

All Outpost campers cook breakfast and dinner over a fire and stay in one of our classic rustic campsites such as the farm barn or covered wagons. Outpost campers participate in large group worship, daily Bible Studies, swim in the pond and pool, choose Journey activities, make s’mores, take a trail ride, and so much more.

This years Bible Study theme is “Beyond Belief”. This theme was carefully chosen to give campers the opportunity to explore the world in connection with their faith. Daily time will be spent on devotions, Bible study, and prayer. All full and half-week campers will also get the opportunity to participate in large group worship throughout the week.

The Wesley Woods staff is excited to offer a safe place for youth to grow in their faith, and make new friends. We’re excited for the 2018 camping season and hope that you’ll join us! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at (515)-961-4523.

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Our Annual Summer Kickoff will take place June 2, 2018. Come try out our zip line, archery course, and aquatic playground. Spend time getting to know our horses at the Equestrian Center, take a dip in the pool, or test your canoeing skills on the lake! We’ll finish the day with a BBQ dinner followed by a worship service to introduce the 2018 Staff and bless the summer ministry!

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8:00 - Breakfast

9-11:45 - Journey Time

11:45 - All Camp Songs and Games

12:00 - Lunch

1-2:00 - Bible Study

2:15-3:45 - Swimming Time

3:45 - Showers

4:30 - Camp Group Activities

5:30 - Supper

7:00 - Nightly Large Group Activity

• SUNDAY- quick welcome worship

• MONDAY- large group games and stargazing

• TUESDAY- outpost worship w/staff testimony

• WEDNESDAY- small group family night

• THURSDAY- contemporary worship w/drama

• FRIDAY- morning Easter Service

9:30 - Campfire & Evening Devotions (may be earlier for young campers)

9:45 - Bed time (may be earlier for young campers)

EP CAMPS $460Ages 18+ 10:00am-11:00 amOur adult friends with differing mental or physical needs and abilities are encouraged to join us for one of our Exceptional Person (EP) Camps. EP campers will swim in the pool, participate in large group worship and daily Bible study, make crafts, and spend time in the Equestrian Center meeting our horses. Each camper will be paired with a buddy/assistant to ensure they have the best experience possible!7301 Exceptional Person Camp 1 June 11-157302 Exceptional Person Camp 2 June 25-297312 Exceptional Person Half Week Camp July 1-3

EP OUTPOST $250Ages 18+ 3:30pm-3:00pmA fun filled half week adventure for our high functioning EP campers! Campers and buddies will stay at a rustic outpost site, cook meals over a fire, go fishing, visit the equestrian center and the farm animals! Campers must be able to walk 50 feet at a time and use portable toilet facilities. If you have questions please don’t hesitate to contact us!7313 Exceptional Person Half Week Camp Outpost July 1-3

EP AUTISM ADVENTURE $3009-17 w/ Adult 10:00am-5:00pmA half week camp experience built with YOU in mind. Go swimming, make crafts, spend time at the equestrian center, attend large group worship, and tackle the climbing wall! Bring your adult buddy/assistant and check out what Wesley Woods has to offer!7304 Autism - Adventure Camp Buddy/Assistant (No Charge) August 1-37314 Autism - Adventure Camp Youth August 1-3

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SUMMER ADVENTURE $415AGES 9-17 4-5PM-5:00PMReady for an Inpost camp adventure you’ll never forget? Join us for a week of swimming, canoeing, low ropes, Journeys, Bible study, and worship. A great stand alone experience, or add an Upgrade for additional fun! 7401 Summer Adventure 1 June 10-157402 Summer Adventure 2 June 17-227403 Summer Adventure 3 June 24-297404 Summer Adventure 4 July 8-137405 Summer Adventure 5 July 22-277406 Summer Adventure 6 July 29 - Aug. 37407 Summer Adventure 7 August 5-10

MINI SUMMER ADVENTURE $195Ages 6-9 5:30pm-5:00pmJoin us for a half week filled with fun camp activities! Swim in the pool, go creek stomping, make s’mores, participate in daily Bible Study, enjoy an arena ride at the barn, and so much more! Half the week but definitely not half the fun! 7201 Mini Summer Adventure 1 June 17-197202 Mini Summer Adventure 2 July 1-37203 Mini Summer Adventure 3 July 22-247204 Mini Summer Adventure 4 August 5-7

MINI SUMMER ADVENTURE $195Ages 6-9 5:30pm-5:00pmJoin us for a half week filled with fun camp activities! Swim in the pool, go creek stomping, make s’mores, participate in daily Bible Study, enjoy an arena ride at the barn, and so much more! Half the week but definitely not half the fun!

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CANVAS TO CLAY $35AGES 9-17Campers that choose this Upgrade will get to explore a variety of art mediums, work with and learn from a local artist, and take a trip to the Des Moines Art Center. Campers will create projects to take home and will complete a large group project that will stay at camp!74021 SA 2 + Canvas to Clay June 17-22 74043 SA 4 + Canvas to Clay July 8-13 74063 SA 6 + Canvas to Clay July 29 - Aug 3

ADVENTURELAND AND MORE $55AGES 9-17Take a trip to Adventureland, go out for pizza, test your skills mini golfing, and enjoy other fun camp activities that Wesley Woods has to offer. A camper upgrade favorite!74011 SA 1 + Adventureland & More June 10-15 74053 SA 5 + Adventureland & More July 22-27 74071 SA 7 + Adventureland & More August 5-10 LET’S RIDE $50AGES 9-17This Upgrade is a great opportunity for campers that want to experience our inpost setting with an equestrian twist. Let’s Ride campers will get an arena lesson and trail ride, while getting to participate in many of our other fun camp activities. Our wranglers are excited to meet you! 74012 SA 1 + Let’s Ride June 10-15 74031 SA 3 + Let’s Ride June 24-29

74042 SA 4 + Let’s Ride July 8-13 74051 SA 5 + Let’s Ride July 22-27 74062 SA 6 + Let’s Ride July 29 - August 3

WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE $25AGES 9-17Discover the animals that call Iowa home! Campers in this Upgrade will take time to explore different habitats, meet native animals, visit a wildlife refuge and nature center, as well as work with a biologist to learn more about our natural world. 74022 SA 2 + Where the Wild Things Are June 17-22

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HIGH ROPES $25AGES 12-17Can’t get enough of our high ropes course? This Upgrade will allow you to spend daily time at the course, climbing wall, and zip line. Our certified staff are excited to meet you and help you climb to new heights on the course and in your faith!74032 SA 3 + High Ropes June 24-29 74052 SA 5 + High Ropes July 22-27 74061 SA 6 + High Ropes July 29 - August 3

Wesley Woods is excited to once again offer our Summer Adventure upgrades. You can start and end with our Summer Adventure camp - or you can choose an Upgrade adventure. Upgrades add a fun specialized twist to an already great camp experience. The shown Upgrade fee will be combined with the Summer Adventure fee, example Summer Adventure 2 + Canvas to Clay is $450 ($415 + $35 for the upgrade).

Have questions about our Upgrade system? Please let us know how we can help by calling the site at (515) 961-4523.

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MY FIRST CAMP ADVENTURE - DAY CAMP $80 Ages 4-6 9-5:00pmReady for your first camp experience? Come join us for a fun day of swimming, Bible stories, and s’mores. Campers will get to meet the farm animals, do a craft, and explore Wesley Woods! This is a great introduction to summer camp for some of our youngest friends! 7001 My First Camp Adventure - Day Camp 1 June 297002 My First Camp Adventure - Day Camp 2 July 27

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GREAT OUTPOST ADVENTURE $400Ages 9-17 4-5pm-5:00pm The classic Outpost experience! Cook breakfast and supper over a fire, enjoy lunch in the dining hall, sleep in one of our many outpost sites, swim in the pond and pool, go creek stomping, tackle the climbing wall, take a horse ride, canoe, and explore your faith with large group worship and daily Bible Studies.7701 Great Outpost Adventure 1 June 10-157702 Great Outpost Adventure 2 June 17-227703 Great Outpost Adventure 3 July 8-137704 Great Outpost Adventure 4 July 29 - August 3

NIGHT OWLS $420Ages 13-17 4-5pm-5:00pm Who’s ready for a one of a kind camp adventure? Sleep during the day and stay up all night! Night Owl campers will enjoy night swimming, cooking meals over a fire, fishing under the stars, a horse ride under the lights, large group games, star gazing, nightly Bible Study, and large group worship times. A camper favorite!7711 Night Owls 1 June 24-297712 Night Owls 2 July 22-277713 Night Owls 3 August 5-10

WILDERNESS ADVENTURE $410Ages 9-17 3:30pm - 5:00pm Ready to take on the Iowa backcountry? Portage to your rustic cabin, cook breakfast and supper over a fire, enjoy lunch in the dining hall, learn basic survival and orienteering skills, spend time at the archery range, and fish for a meal. Large group worship and daily Bible studies will help you explore your faith as you explore the world around you.7731 Wilderness Adventure 1 June 24-297732 Wilderness Adventure 2 July 15-207733 Wilderness Adventure 3 July 29 - August 3

BEST OF THE BEST $465Ages 12-17 4-5pm-5:00pmWe put all the best on the table for this camp adventure. Spend time on the high ropes course, take a horse ride, visit Adventureland, go out for an evening of pizza and mini golf, and deepen your faith with large group worship and daily Bible Studies. Cook some meals over a fire and enjoy the rest in the dining hall.7721 Best of the Best 1 June 17-22 7722 Best of the Best 2 July 8-13 7723 Best of the Best 3 July 15-207724 Best of the Best 4 July 29 - August 3

HORSE CRAZY (BEGINNER) $445 Ages 9-13 4-5pm-5:00pm A full week horse experience for our beginning riders! Campers will spend time in the barn daily developing proper safe horsemanship and basic horse care with horse handling and safe ground skills. Focusing on teaching safe, savvy habits campers will learn horse behaviors, grooming, basic groundwork, saddling skills, and understanding proper mounting skills. Sleep in one of our Outpost sites, cook two meals daily over a fire, enjoy lunches in the dining room, swim, participate in other camp activities, and learn more about your faith with large group worship and daily Bible Studies! 7751 Horse Crazy 1 (Beginner) June 17-227752 Horse Crazy 2 (Beginner) July 15-20 7753 Horse Crazy 3 (Beginner) July 29-August 3

SADDLE UP (INTERMEDIATE) $465Ages 12-16 4-5pm-5:00pm Intermediate riders will spend part of their days with our equine staff and wranglers learning the principles of horsemanship. Campers will build relationships and team skills based on friendship and trust. Campers and their equine partners will enjoy lots of saddle time advancing their go and whoa, rein positions, leg aids, and seat positions. Campers will enjoy both arena and trail time as well as equine science studies researching many fun topics. Saddle Up campers will stay in an outpost campsite, cook two meals daily over a fire, have lunches in the dining room, participate in other camp activities, and enjoy large group worship and daily Bible Studies. Our wranglers are excited to meet you! 7741 Saddle Up 1 (Intermediate) June 10-15 7742 Saddle Up 2 (Intermediate) July 8-137743 Saddle Up 3 (Intermediate) July 29-August 3

TAKE THE REINS (ADVANCED) $465Ages 13-17 4-5pm-5:00pm A camp experience tailored for our most advanced riders! By practicing advanced level skills campers will learn to set goals and create plans to achieve them through self assessment checklists and session planning. Advanced riders will become the kind of horse person their horses truly want to be around. Utilizing positive patterns with safety, riders will develop skills of focus, feel, timing and advancing their rein, leg, and seat positions. Continuing on with more advanced obstacles, jumping, dragging objects, swinging ropes and perfecting each step along the way. Campers will sleep in one of our outpost campsites, cook two meals daily over a fire, enjoy lunches in the dining room, participate in large group worship and daily Bible Studies, swim and enjoy other great camp activities! 7761 Take the Reins 1 (Advanced) June 24-297762 Take the Reins 2 (Advanced) July 22-27

RANCH ON THE ROAD (ADVANCED) $500Ages 15-17 3:30pm-5:00pmA unique horse experience for our advanced riding campers. Spend the first night of the week at Wesley Woods to meet and be paired with one of our horses, then head out to explore other riding opportunities in Iowa. You’ll road trip to our staff’s favorite riding areas, camp under the stars at some of Iowa’s best parks, cook meals over a fire, and grow in your faith through daily Bible studies and devotionals. Campers should be familiar with more advanced riding skills. Space is limited, sign up today!7763 Ranch on the Road 1 (Advanced) August 5-10

At Wesley Woods each of our Horse Camp events will reflect the needs of campers with positive, progressive equine programs. Campers will enjoy both horse and horseless workshops with and without partners, video examples and fun simulation, group practice sessions and play days keeping campers engaged and motivated practicing skills learned daily. Topic specific classes are offered to grow skills and challenges will be identified and focused on in order to help campers move beyond them. Students from all walks of life will learn about God and horses in a natural setting.

Wesley Woods equine programs concentrate on helping youth progress in their equine abilities. Using natural and classical principles campers will develop a knowledge base to learn what it takes to become both a partner and leader for a horse. These skills lay the groundwork not only for becoming an expert horse person, but also future good citizens, innovators, and leaders.

If you feel that our listed ages don’t allow for you to be with the appropriate skill level, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at (515) 961-4523 or email us at horses@wesleywoodsiowa.org. Our Equestrian Staff want to ensure that you have the best experience possible and are more than happy to work with you!

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FIREFLIES FIRST FLIGHT $80Ages 4-6 w/ adult 5:30pm-4:00pmBring an adult friend and join us for your first overnight adventure! We’ll read Bible stories around a campfire, make s’mores, swim in the pool, and visit the farm animals! The perfect first-time experience for our youngest friends. Adults, don’t forget to register yourselves!7111 Fireflies F.F. Overnight 1 Child June 17-187112 Fireflies F.F. Overnight 1 Adult June 17-18 7121 Fireflies F.F. Overnight 2 Child July 1-27122 Fireflies F.F. Overnight 2 Adult July 1-2

GRANDPARENT & GRANDCHILD $100Ages 6+ w/ adult 6pm - 11:00amCome be part of a long-standing tradition at Wesley Woods! This weekend offers grandparents and grandchildren the opportunity to learn about God together, while getting to experience all the classic camp activities Wesley Woods has to offer. Youth and adults will get to swim, fish, canoe, have a pony ride, and so much more! Grandparents, don’t forget to register both your grandchild and yourself!7604 Grandparent Grandchild - Youth August 3-57605 Grandparent Grandchild - Adult August 3-5

JOY CAMP $415Ages 9-17 4-5pm-5:00pm A great camp experience for those involved with M.U.M.M.S. ministry. Campers will experience God’s love through swimming, canoeing, climbing the rock wall, hiking, Journeys, large group worship and daily Bible studies! A fun week campers won’t forget!7602 Joy Camp June 24-29

CAMP HOPE $210Ages 8-12 3pm-5:00pmThis a camp for youth that have a family member currently or formerly incarcerated. This is a fantastic three-day camp experience during which campers will get to enjoy the low ropes course, rock wall, canoe, go for a horse ride, and so much more. Campers will have the opportunity to learn more about themselves and their faith through daily Bible Study times! This camp is generously supported by the Iowa U.M. Church, the Board of Church and Society, and many other individuals and churches across Iowa!7601 Camp Hope June 17-19

CONFIRMATION CAMP $415 All Confirmands 5pm-5:00pm A chance for confirmands to step outside their comfort zone and experience God in new ways. Wesley Woods will be teaming up with U.M. Pastors to ensure this confirmation experience meets the spiritual needs of campers! Confirmands will get to swim in the pond and pool, take a horse ride, tackle the rock wall and enjoy many other activities that Wesley Woods has to offer. Enjoy meals in the dining hall and air-conditioned lodging.7603 Confirmation Camp Jun 24-29 ADVENTURE CAMP $200 Ages 10-13This summer kids can experience a camp like no other at Adventure Camp! Enjoy Christian fun and fellowship while experiencing the power of a relationship with Jesus Christ. Camp activities include outdoor games, swimming, horseback riding, ropes course, pond with trampoline and slide, and an evening bonfire with s’mores. Small group bonding, large group worship, and lots of fun are at the heart of Adventure Camp. Registration and questions can be directed to Brandon Lindsey at the Altoona U.M.C. (515) 967-2991

JUNIOR STAFF $25Ages 15+ 5pm-4:00pm Love Wesley Woods and want to make a difference in the life of campers? Join us in making 2018 the best summer it can be! Our Junior Staff take on roles in the kitchen, helping with maintenance projects, leading games and crafts, stepping in as extra counselors, and helping in so many other ways. First time Junior Staff must register and attend one of two training events held this spring!7501 Junior Staff Training 1 April 21-227502 Junior Staff Training 2 May 4-5

JUNIOR WRANGLER TRAINING $25Ages 15+ 5pm-4:00pm The perfect opportunity for you to combine your love of horses and Wesley Woods. This volunteer opportunity allows for you to spend time in our equestrian center working with our wranglers! You’ll learn about the care of our herd, practice your own riding skills, and help provide campers with a fantastic horse experience. Junior Wranglers must attend one of two training events held this spring!7503 Junior Wrangler Training 1 Apr 21-227504 Junior Wrangler Training 2 May 4-5

EP BUDDIES DonationAges 16+ 5:30pm-1:00pm Spend the week working with our Exceptional Person campers! Our staff will pair you with one or two of our EP campers, and you’ll have the joy of experiencing camp with them as their personal assistant! Questions? Please feel free to contact us (515) 961-4523.7305 EP Buddy 1 June 10-157306 EP Buddy 2 June 24-29

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experience it. Here’s just a few of them to consider:

1. HELP DISTRIBUTE CATALOGS AND BROCHURES

We have FREE catalogs and brochures for every family in your congregation and community! This information includes details on all camping events, dates, descriptions, contact information, prices and more. Call us and we’ll get you as many as you need!

2. SPONSOR A CHILD’S CAMP EXPERIENCE Many of our campers are only able to experience

camp because of the kindness of donors who sponsor their camp experience. If you had a positive experience at camp and would like to offer that life-changing opportunity to others, here are a few suggestions:- Sponsor a child in your own community or

church- Send a tax-deductible gift to the Iowa Camp

Office and 100 percent of your gift will sponsor a child or youth attending camp. (Please make checks to “Iowa U.M. Board of Camps” and put “Campership Advanced Special #0351” in the memo line.)

- Call one of our camp sites to ask for individuals to sponsor

3. MORE THAN 80 MINISTRY JOBS AVAILABLE WANTED: Caring Christians to serve as

counselors, nurses, cooks, lifeguards and more to make a positive difference in the lives of our campers. Summer Staff must be 18+ and Junior Staff volunteers 15+. Summer Staff positions are paid and include room, board and training. For an application contact the campsite of your choice.

4. HELP CAMPS WITH CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT All our sites need updated facilities and

program support to continue to serve youth and families in Iowa. Call the Iowa U.M. Foundation to learn more about cash or in-kind gifts, pledges and estate planning assistance that can benefit one of your favorite Iowa U.M. Camps: 515-974-8927. You can also contact the Iowa U.M. Camp and Retreat Office at 800-765-1651.

5. SCHEDULE A RETREAT OR FAMILY REUNION Our doors are open all year round in order to

serve you. Each year, more groups are finding out that Iowa United Methodist Camp and Retreat Centers are the perfect place to hold their retreat, church meeting, family reunion or youth event. Remember, we work with all kinds of organizations to help with their retreat needs, such as non-profit organizations, businesses, schools and colleges. Feel free to call the site of your choice to find out more information and book today!

HOW CAN I BE CERTAIN MY CHILD WILL BE SAFE AT AN IOWA U.M. CAMP?All three of our Iowa U.M. Camps are accredited through the American Camp Association. The ACA is a nationally-recognized accrediting body for camping programs and a leader in childhood development, education and welfare. To earn ACA accreditation, our camps must comply with more than 300 health, safety and program quality standards. Our camps are regularly reviewed by ACA professionals to ensure they continue to meet these high standards. Only one in every four camps across the nation seeks and earns this distinction. No accreditation process, licensing program, set of regulations or laws can guarantee safety, but ACA accreditation is evidence that our camps are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for campers.

HOW ARE CAMPERS SPLIT INTO GROUPS?Campers are placed into their cabin groups based off of the American Camp Association (ACA) staff-to-camper ratio guidelines. Groups are determined by age and gender. Campers may also choose a bunkmate, but staff cannot guarantee placement unless the bunkmate request is listed on the registration form.

WHAT IF MY CHILD TAKES MEDICATIONS, HAS ALLERGIES OR HAS HEALTH CONCERNS?Each Iowa U.M. Camp has a Health Care Manager qualified to handle distribution of medication, health issues and, if necessary, accidents. On opening day medications and health forms are looked over by parents and the camp Health Care Manager to ensure all special needs are being properly addressed. For more information, contact the site you will be attending directly.

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5 EASY WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT IOWA U.M. CAMPS

CAMPER REGISTRATIONCamper Name:

EVENT CHOICES

First Choice

Event Number: Second Choice

Event Number:

Site/Date: Site/Date:

I would like to receive camp paperwork by: (check one) o Mail o Email (list email): ________________________________________________________________

One Bunkmate Request:

CAMPER INFORMATIONCamper Name: Gender: M F

Birthday (M/D/YYYY): Age:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:

Camper Email:

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent or Guardian

#1

Name: Relationship to Camper:

Cell #: Home #:

Email:

Parent or Guardian

#2

Name: Relationship to Camper:

Cell #: Home #:

Email:

Local UM Church (if any):

PAYMENT INFORMATION (MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO “IOWA CONFERENCE UM CAMPS”)

A non-refundable minimum of 25% per person is required for registration. If 25% is not included, you can not be registered.

Total cost of camp: $

$25 Family Discount** (See example in Description of Discounts)

$

$25 Bring a Friend Discount** (See Description of Discounts)

$

Amount church is paying: $

Amount requested from Campership*: $

I am including a donation to the Iowa UM Camps in the amount of:

$

Total enclosed: $

Balance Due 14 days prior to camp: $

Information for Credit Card Payments

Charge $ _______________ To my: ____ MasterCard ____ Visa

Card Number: 3-digit CSV:

Expiration Date (MM/YY):

Signature: Date:

Please mail this form to the Camp Registrar at 2301 Rittenhouse Street, Des Moines, IA 50321

INFORMATION FOR GUARDIANS

REGISTRATION PROCESS- Please allow up to two weeks for registrations to be processed.- All registrations are processed on a “first come, first served” basis- As some events fill up quickly, we encourage families to sign up as soon as

possible. Please list a second choice of camp in the event that your session is full. You will be placed on a waiting list for your first choice and will be notifies if a spot opens up.

- After you have been registered, you will receive a confirmation packet including required forms to attend camp. Bring these forms with you to camp and DO NOT return them to the Camp Registrar.

DEPOSITS AND CANCELLATIONS- A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the event cost is required to secure

your registration.- Cancellations will be refunded fees paid minus non-refundable deposit.- “No-Shows” will not be refunded.- Policy exceptions due to unforeseen tragedy or serious circumstances will

be considered on an individual basis.- If your camp event is cancelled, you will receive a full refund including the

deposit.

DESCRIPTION OF DISCOUNTS

FAMILY DISCOUNTA discount of $25 per child is available for families sending multiple children to half-week or week-long events. This discount applies to each child after the first. Example: A family is sending three children to camp. The cost is $425 per

child. The first child pays the full $425. The second child receives a $25 Family Discount, bringing the cost to $400. The third child also receives a $25 discount, which brings the cost to $400.

Camp events that are not elligible for the Family Discount are listed in the Camp Catalog.

BRING A FRIEND DISCOUNTCampers may receive $25 off their half-week or week-long event for each new friend they bring to camp. To be elligble, each friend must not have attended any of the three Iowa UM Camps in the past three years.

Camperships available through the Iowa UM ConferenceIt is the position of the Board of Camp and Retreat Ministries that no camper shall be turned away due to lack of funds. Therefore, Camperships are available through the Conference Camp and Retreat Office. However, as funding is limited, our expectation is that your local church /agency, personal funds and conference support will combine to cover registration costs.

*To apply for campership funds:Speak to your local pastor to see if your church has scholarship money available. Your pastor can then fill out a Campership Application Form and send it to the Camp Registrar. Campers with no connection to a United Methodist Church may contact the Camp and Retreat Office for more information. **Family and Bring a Friend Discounts DO NOT apply when receiving Campership funds.**

Send completed registration form to:Iowa Conference of the United Methodist ChurchCamp and Retreat Office2301 Rittenhouse StreetDes Moines, IA 50321Toll Free: 800-765-1651 • Email: camps@iaumc.org

*Campership Application form required. Please contact your local pastor or the Camp Registrar for more information.

**Family & Bring a Friend discounts DO NOT apply when receiving Campership Funds.

Revised 12/1/2017

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