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Fall Retreat Packing List

J. Martin — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:42:30 +0000

Ok so the retreat is in 17 days. It’s not too early to think about packing. Before you try to zip up that suitcase, here is a list of some of the things you might want to pack.

Our philosophy is pack for every kind of weather.

Pants, shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, socks, sneakers…we’ve had snow at retreats in the past so be prepared.

We will be playing games in the woods, so appropriate footwear (SNEAKERS)

Bathroom supplies

We always seem to forgot our towels so here is your reminder!

Sleeping bag and pillow. Everyone will be sleeping in a cabin and will have a bed and heat, so you won’t need your 30 below sleeping bag

Dark clothes for night games and something white (shirt, hat, socks, etc)

Bible

Camera

Anything you might need for your talent if you are participating in our show.

You will be placed on a team for the weekend. Team colors will be red/black and blue/gray. Bring a shirt or two that corresponds to these color combinations. ( you won’t know what team you will be on until you get there so bring for both teams).

Please remember all clothes should follow the camp dress code. The dress code can be found on the camp website www.camptimberledge.org

If you have any other questions regarding what you should pack, feel free to email us.

Time to Pack

J. Martin — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:50:28 +0000

Since there are now only 25 days until camp you might want to start thinking about packing. Below is a packing list that might help you as you prepare for camp.

Senior Teen 2011 Packing List

Lots of clothes. Be prepared for all kind of weather.

Extra socks. There is a good chance your feet will get wet often.

A Sweatshirt. We are praying for cool mornings.

Dark Clothes . We will be playing many night games.

Sneakers. You will be in need of sturdy shoes!

Sleeping Bag or Sheets & Pillow. There will be no overnight so you will be sleeping every night on a bed or a cot.

Shower items & Beauty Products. Remember though you do not need to pack the whole bathroom. We will be playing too much to worry about if our hair is in place.

A Towel. For some reason we always forget this item.

Camera. If you can’t find your camera it’s ok. We post all of our pictures on Flickr for your enjoyment.

A Bible. If you don’t have a Bible, we would be happy to give you one.

Clothes/Costume for the Fiesta party. At the end of the week we are having a fiesta party. Bring an outfit that is brightly colored & fun. Bring extra clothes for your friends who may not be reading this.

Off the top of my head that is all I can think of at the moment. If you have been to camp before and you think of something to add to my list, please leave a comment. Enjoy packing and remember there are only 25 days left!

Remember this?

J. Martin — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 18:10:58 +0000

Do you remember this game?

What was your favorite game/challenge from Senior Teen 2010? What kind of games would you like to see at Senior Teen 2011?

10 ways to make it through the last few weeks of winter

J. Martin — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 16:48:34 +0000

Winter will be here for another 22 days. Somehow the endless amounts of snow, the cold weather, and the flu like symptoms just won’t go away. Parents, teachers, and even friends are about to drive you past the point of no return. I bet you are longing for those warm summer days beside the cool sparkling lake. Do you have the desire to share your thoughts about God; your hurts; dreams; and struggles; with people who will listen? Does the thought of breaking a sweat while playing a stupid game bring those warm fuzzy feelings? Ok so maybe not that scenario, but when it comes down to it you miss camp.

There has been 6 months since camp and it seems so long ago. You are stuck in the winter rut and probably counting down the days until you can get together with your camp family. Here are 10 ways to make it through the next few weeks of snow.

10. Tie a string on a ball and suspend in from the ceiling in your room. Practice your tether-ball skills.

9. Pull out the musical listening device of your choice and listen to some of the worship songs from camp.

8. Grab your sleeping bag and plan an overnight on your bedroom floor. Light a candle & roast mini marshmallows on a toothpick (practice fire safety of course).

7. Plaster your locker with camp pictures…when someone asks you who is in the picture, spend the whole time walking to your next class, telling them about camp.

6. Go to the camp flickr site (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ctseniorteen) print off one of the scenic camp photos, blow it up really big, and tape it over your bedroom window.

5. Start your camp 2011 fund. Collect spare change, collect & return soda bottles for the refund $$ (if you live in NY that is), put on your blue camp shirt & go shovel out your neighbors for cash, bake cookies & sell them, or organize a youth group fund raising event. There are so many possibilities.

4. Dig out & put on your summer clothes, grab a Frisbee, stand in front of the mirror and practice your Ultimate Frisbee dives.

3. (Here is the shameless plug you knew would come) Visit the camp blog daily for great reminders of camp 2010 and new info for camp 2011.

2. Send a message to your counselor (or any staff member for that matter). Tell him/her you need to talk. They will be more than happy to call you on their dime!

1. Use all the social media sites, email, snail mail, or the phone to contact a camp friend. They are probably feeling the same way you are and would love to catch up!

Hang in there. Camp will be here in 4 months, 1 week, & 5 days and I promise it will be here before you know it.

School has begun

J. Martin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:16:31 +0000

For many of you the carefree days of summer have come to a close and school has begun. Whether you are now in college or in high school, classes are nothing like sitting at the beach. There is a sense of excitement that surrounds the first day of school, unfortunately it does not last for very long. Here are some ideas for making it through the school day.

* Plaster your locker with pictures of camp. This will help you remember your camp friends are praying for you. Go to the senior teen flickr site for pictures.

* Join a youth group or a campus club that will help you grow in your faith. This will give you something to do other than school work.

*As you ride the bus or walk to school, take that time to pray for your school day. God hears our prayers and promises to be with us no matter what.

*Decorate your notebooks with the Faith, Hope, & Love symbols. Let them be a reminder of what Craig talked about this summer and how Christ changed your life.

*Start a Fall Retreat Countdown. Having something to look forward to makes the time fly.

*Feel free to contact your counselor or other staff members to let them know how your day went and if you are struggling. Just because camp is over does not mean the staff is no longer a support system. We are here for you, praying for you, and supporting you daily.

Having a bad day? Stick this in your locker and remember Brady thinks you are cool and it will all be OK!

Pictures are available

J. Martin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:00:14 +0000

The wait is now over. It is official, the Senior Teen 2010 Pictures are now available.

Check out our flickr site.

www.flickr.com/photos/ctseniorteen

When you are done looking at the over 200 pictures come back here and let us know what your favorite picture is and why.

Enjoy the memories.

Senior Teen 2010…What did you think?

J. Martin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:47:09 +0000

Senior Teen 2010 was AMAZING! There is so much to talk about! I wanted to start out by hearing from you. Take a second to share your favorite moment of Senior Teen 2010. Let’s continue to build our camp community even though we are miles apart.

What are you looking forward to?

J. Martin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:00:37 +0000

After reading many of your facebook posts, I know you have a lot to say about camp. With Senior Teen 2010 only a few weeks away, what are you looking forward to?

So here’s your chance to be heard. Leave a comment and let us know what you are looking forward to this summer.

Senior Teen 2010. Will you be there?

J. Martin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:55:50 +0000

Camp is less than 26 days away. If you have not gotten in your registration, now is the time!! Some of your friends from last year might be wondering if you are coming. Leave a comment below and let everyone know that it’s Senior Teen 2010 and YOU WILL BE THERE!

Time to Pack

J. Martin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:52:35 +0000

Since there are now only 30 days until camp you might want to start thinking about packing. Below is a packing list that might help you as you prepare for camp.

Senior Teen 2010 Packing List