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src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></p><p>Hey there,</p><p>This Talking Tuesday post will look different than we've seen these past few weeks. We have gotten to know some board members and some of our permanent staff and this week is no different in that respect - we will get to know our Food Services Manager, Ken Underwood, who has worked in his position for almost 18 years.&nbsp;</p><p>This week will look different though, as this is Ken's last Spring and Summer at Evergreen. He and his family have made the decision to move on as they feel God's calling taking them elsewhere. It has been such a privilege, for those of us at Camp, to watch what the Lord is doing in Ken's life these past months as He has begun equipping Ken in different areas for future ministry.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>I have had the opportunity to work with Ken in different settings throughout my 4 years at Camp - as a regular seasonal staff, almost 2 years as his assistant, and most recently, working alongside Ken, administratively, throughout Evergreen-to-go and Guest Group/Wholehearted Camping Meals. I am so glad to call Ken a friend and am looking forward to seeing what God will do as he and his family step out in faith and obedience into this new venture!</p><div><b>I had the opportunity to ask Ken a few questions about his time at Camp and looking to the future, and here is what he had to say:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja6uSiSWmxTmNNI1Uxgi-bGe4qzwkgWprFv46hZABreHsfwmI90wshVFpHcTXAf3xuJXmHyEARhuwIE4giodmSNc4Jkt0ZXIGovKfinBtro1NNe3ayRv_MVt2LeD5U2MoHufYEjQ/s340/team-kenny.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja6uSiSWmxTmNNI1Uxgi-bGe4qzwkgWprFv46hZABreHsfwmI90wshVFpHcTXAf3xuJXmHyEARhuwIE4giodmSNc4Jkt0ZXIGovKfinBtro1NNe3ayRv_MVt2LeD5U2MoHufYEjQ/s320/team-kenny.jpeg" /></a></div>"As we have been here at Camp Evergreen for 17 years, we have had the opportunity to see God work in so many ways. Some of my most favourite ways that we have seen God work is in the transformations that take place in the lives of our seasonal staff as they have decided to stay at camp longer than a Summer season. I have seen so many staff come as campers, then they do our Pit Crew program, then they do the Internship program, then they are leading these programs. Another one of my favourite ways that I have seen God work as is in His provision, everything from BBQ's, hay, beef, to workers from MDS that were here one Summer to help build our newer cabins.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>I think that one of the thinks we will miss most about working at camp are the opportunities we have had to build relationships over the years within our staff and volunteers, in our guest groups, and within our retreat groups. You are our friends and our family! We have met so many people over the years that have become very near and dear to our hearts. With the available technology, we will try to keep up with as many of you as we can. I will also miss the opportunity to teach about food, and serving, and of loving God in it all. I love being able to bless others with the gifts that God has developed in me, and I do love to teach. I am passionate about sharing my love of cooking and serving with others. I will most definitely miss those opportunities.</div><div><br /></div><div>What is next for us? Well, that is the story of the hour. I am going to go back to school to finish up a Pastoral Degree. We are looking forward to having the opportunity to minister to those around us in a community setting.</div><div><br /></div><div>I think that one of our biggest prayer requests is that we will be able to make the right choices at the right now. Provision: We are stepping out in faith and are trusting for God to provide. And for our kids, that they would be able to accept well the transitions that are happening in their lives as well. For our daughter: a few good friends. For our boys: quality friends. For Rachel and myself: That God would use us in mighty ways to impact the lives of the people that God places in our path.</div><div><br /></div><div>We have gone through many different kinds of seasons here as camp, seasons where we have been blessed by great relationships; seasons where we have been challenged to look at change in different ways; seasons where we have been fatigued; seasons where we have had to walk through sickness; seasons of blessings; seasons being filled with joy, hope, and love. Through all of the seasons here at Camp Evergreen, God has been with us through it all and He is going before us as well, into the new adventure."</div><div><p style="direction: ltr; line-height: 1.08px; margin-bottom: 0.28cm;"><br /></p></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Thanks Ken, we sure will miss you!</b></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to check out what we've got going on at Camp by visiting www.camp-evergreen.com<br />/events-and-retreats. Our Tough Camper fundraiser is back this year and happening on June 12th - be sure to register soon!</div><div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our permanent staff team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,<br /></p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/6895985806430707181/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=6895985806430707181' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/6895985806430707181'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/6895985806430707181'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/05/hey-there-this-talking-tuesday-post.html' title='Talking Tuesday - Ken Underwood'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-8357104094336064020</id><published>2021-05-11T14:13:00.001-06:00</published><updated>2021-05-11T14:13:32.044-06:00</updated><title type='text'>Talking Tuesday - Courtney Armstrong</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></p><p>Hey there,</p><p>Last week I wrote about the rain that has started to fall, and let me tell you, it sure has continued! The mud has continued to accumulate and we are looking forward to sunny days to dry it up - but for now we thank the Lord for the rain that our pastures definitely need!&nbsp;</p><p>Today, we're continuing our Talking Tuesday Series when we take some time to introduce you to the people that keep Camp running all year long. So, grab your hot beverage of choice, take a seat, and get to know our Executive Director, Courtney Armstrong:</p><p><b>How long have you worked at/been connected camp?</b>&nbsp;</p><p><i>I have
never been a camper at Evergreen but</i> <i>I have been
connected with Evergreen since 1999. I worked five summers as
a spring/summer staff (wrangler, out-trips director, Head
Cabin Leader, Assistant Program Director) then I started
working in January 2005 as a permanent staff member. This
summer will be my 21st summer at Evergreen.</i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbIZbe3iU5Ocl2UjbkxYlbarHpuaPIwDqeKxcBw6xTVUG-foUbjXBrFQULvuS1EmkKbmY9bY2ZCivRITZbkZBan6Q0VMDEXZEiMqDejyTqwV5JkLjqEW1e_YryFYBJ7Z77fZs4nw/s340/2021-courtney-crop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbIZbe3iU5Ocl2UjbkxYlbarHpuaPIwDqeKxcBw6xTVUG-foUbjXBrFQULvuS1EmkKbmY9bY2ZCivRITZbkZBan6Q0VMDEXZEiMqDejyTqwV5JkLjqEW1e_YryFYBJ7Z77fZs4nw/w207-h213/2021-courtney-crop.jpg" width="207" /></a></div><b>How long have you been in your current position?</b>&nbsp;<p></p><p><i>Since
January 1st 2021! But seven month as Interim Executive Director!</i></p><p><b>What did you do before coming to Camp?</b></p><p><i>I started working for Evergreen
right out of High School and worked at Evergreen when I wasn't
at university (Trinity Western/U of Lethbridge). I started
working full time at camp once I finished my Bsc in
Kinesiology degree.</i></p><p><b>What is your favourite thing about Camp ministry?</b></p><p> <i>I love
working with and developing leadership skills in young adults.
That's my almost ultimate favourite thing. My next one is that
camp is a place like no other where people, regardless of
their age, can be silly, wacky, adventurous, weird and still
be accepted for who they are. Adults can experience child-like
joy again and kids are safe to take risks, learn skills
without fear of failure, and to experience being brave.But my
favourite thing? That people, regardless of ever having walked
through the door of a church, are comfortable and excited
about coming to camp and that we have the amazing privilege of
sharing and showing who Jesus Christ is to them.</i></p><p><b>Why is Camp Ministry important to you?</b>&nbsp;</p><p><i>I turned a
significant corner in my life because of camp. When I was in
Jr. High, I was in a midst of a 4 year journey with my parents
separating to both being remarried and I found myself so angry
that I had to experience it. I had a counsellor that simply
walked with me as I raged, yelled, cried, and just tried to
get everything that was going on inside outside. That Cabin
Leader stayed with me, didn't offer me any simple "Christian"
solutions - just sat with me in my sadness and anger. She just
reminded me that I wasn't alone, that I'm never alone. She
showed me who Jesus is. I had grown up in Christian home but
that week when I was 13 years old I really recognized Jesus in
my leader. From that moment on, I decided if I could be that
person to one person, it would be enough for me. That week, I
committed to following Jesus wherever He would take me in
life.&nbsp;</i></p><p><b>How have you seen the Lord work at Camp throughout Covid-19?</b>&nbsp;</p><p><i>There is a big long answer to this one...but I'll sum up
saying that God is faithful. We've started talking about
holding things here at camp with open hands. It's a bit of a
prayer in that we do not (cannot) claim to own any part of
what we think camp is. From Evergreen To-Go, Wholehearted
Camping, and our Fall Fundraiser - every time we go into a
"new thing" and ask God to do something with it, He blows it
up into something bigger. From 1600 people coming through camp
for Wholehearted Camping (60% of those people had never heard
of us or been to camp before) to even this last announcement
saying that Alberta is back to Step 1. The very next day we
get news that we have received ANOTHER grant to give food away
to people who need it. God shows up. God has been showing up
for as long as people have walked this earth but for me, this
pandemic has really made me start paying attention to where
and how God has been showing up at camp and it's awesome.</i></p><p><b>What is one thing you would want to tell any future camp
staff?</b>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Well first off, everyone should try working at camp
atleast one spring/summer after they graduate high school.
It's seriously life-changing. It's exhausting, fulfilling,
transformative, and life-changing. But I would also tell them
to hold everything with open hands including how they see
themselves, their gifts, their strengths and weaknesses, their
time, money, all of it. If you can live like that and allow
God to shape and mold you, to add and even remove things - God
is going to do more through you than you could ever imagine.
It takes immense trust and vulnerability but it's worth it
(atleast I think it is...God's not done with me yet).</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Thanks Courtney!<br /></i></p><div>Be sure to check out what we've got going on at Camp by visiting www.camp-evergreen.com<br />/events-and-retreats. Our Tough Camper fundraiser is back this year and happening on June 12th - be sure to register soon!</div><div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our permanent staff team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,</p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/8357104094336064020/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=8357104094336064020' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8357104094336064020'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8357104094336064020'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/05/talking-tuesday-courtney-armstrong.html' title='Talking Tuesday - Courtney Armstrong'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-8913817286859058276</id><published>2021-05-04T16:35:00.005-06:00</published><updated>2021-05-04T16:35:43.233-06:00</updated><title type='text'>Talking Tuesday - Kim Guenter</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></p><p>Hey there,</p><p>The rain has finally decided to fall out here at Camp and when you mix that with the current construction, we have A LOT of mud. I'm pretty sure that if I went out to certain spots, the mud would go halfway up to my knees... BUT Praise the Lord: The rain means our fields will be turning green and be ready for our horses and the construction means our septic system is being updated!&nbsp;</p><p>Today, we're continuing our Talking Tuesday Series when we take some time to introduce you to the people that keep Camp running all year long. So, grab your hot beverage of choice, take a seat, and get to know Board Member, Kim Guenter:</p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>How
long have you worked at/been connected camp?</b>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">My first summer was
2006... so 15 years this summer. Mostly I’ve worked in the barn, or ran
the old trails away out trip, and WTP program, or have supported the
girls with the horse program throughout the years. But I have also been
the camp nurse a few times and even a cabin leader once.&nbsp;</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaZEcGdPs63pbk3InXo5OhoqxtsrBUqtttyeD7G1iltcJJRx7qqAPuGQ_06CnjCQ39Ww6c_zW2YtLTeC6HHi3STlrtYlxKrLk9Otv4kNx2iAbpMakciZ6aoxE4aJE0AC73x8O28w/s410/board-kim.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="330" data-original-width="410" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaZEcGdPs63pbk3InXo5OhoqxtsrBUqtttyeD7G1iltcJJRx7qqAPuGQ_06CnjCQ39Ww6c_zW2YtLTeC6HHi3STlrtYlxKrLk9Otv4kNx2iAbpMakciZ6aoxE4aJE0AC73x8O28w/w267-h215/board-kim.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>How long have you been in your current position?&nbsp;</b></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">I started on the board June 2019</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>What do you
outside of Camp?</b>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">I am a registered nurse. I work in a rural hospital
doing acute care, LDR and Emergency.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>What
is your favourite thing about Camp ministry?</b>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">The community. Over the
years I have connected with so many people from all over and made some
great friends. Friends that I have been able to connect with and grow in
my relationship with Jesus with, which is really special.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>Why
is Camp Ministry important to you?</b>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">The ministry at camp is important to
me because my family does not believe in Jesus and I found God at camp
one summer. Camp ministry introduced me to the love of God that I never
knew before and I want all campers to meet God in their own way at camp
and grown in their faith.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>How
have you seen the Lord work at Camp throughout Covid-19?</b>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">I have seen
him provide and inspire. I have seen camp adapt in ways that I don’t
think we imagined before, and grown and explore new areas. I’ll admit it
has been a wild ride, but the theme I continue to see is that he is
with us and wants to work through the pandemic with us, in whatever
creative way that looks like.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;"><b>What
is one thing you would want to tell any future camp staff?&nbsp;</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 1rem; word-spacing: 1px;">Be ready to
move and play and connect. Be open to new things, and also be open to
sharing your talents. Make friends and explore Gods word and his
creation, and have fun!&nbsp;</span></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Thanks Kim!</i></p><div>Be sure to check out what we've got going on at Camp by visiting www.camp-evergreen.com<br />/events-and-retreats. Our Tough Camper fundraiser is back this year and happening on June 12th - be sure to register soon!</div><div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our permanent staff team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,</p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/8913817286859058276/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=8913817286859058276' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8913817286859058276'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8913817286859058276'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/05/talking-tuesday-kim-guenter.html' title='Talking Tuesday - Kim Guenter'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-391873912554921399</id><published>2021-04-20T10:19:00.001-06:00</published><updated>2021-04-20T10:19:49.326-06:00</updated><title type='text'>Talking Tuesdays - Rebekah Williams</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></p><p>Hey there,</p><p>If you follow us on Social Media, I'm sure you've seen that we are 'getting our poop in a group'! We've got heavy machinery all over site as they dig holes and get ready to put in our new septic system. It might not be glamorous, but it sure is exciting as this is the gateway project for all other developments that may come to Camp in the future. A great big THANK YOU to all the Reaching Higher donors that have helped get us to this place!&nbsp;</p><p>Today, we're continuing our Talking Tuesday Series when we take some time to introduce you to the people that keep Camp running all year long. So, grab your hot beverage of choice, take a seat, and get to know Board Member and Board Secretary, Rebekah Williams:</p><p><b>How long have you worked at/been connected camp?</b>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>My whole
life!&nbsp; I attended Camp Evergreen as a camper all throughout elementary
school and junior high school.&nbsp; My family also came for church picnics
and family camp.&nbsp; I volunteered in the kitchen
in high school and attended the Counselor-in-Training program.&nbsp; I
didn't work at Camp Evergreen, however -- I served for 8 summers at
Stillwood Camp in B.C., lifeguarding, cabin leading, and on the program
team.&nbsp; I returned to volunteering at Camp Evergreen
as a nurse in the summer of 2013.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRzfWmbazscc4ATSKsP8yQaky8AtsBqVtabSh5IaeBc29o8_SchiS_qW7Fl4SYuO_ekjz_flyDAEigndS36xmW1G6tInOfqmy0TlArdED0f_idV6LYvVeMQ3-cJRdg5mgCpfggQ/s410/board-rebekah.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="330" data-original-width="410" height="187" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRzfWmbazscc4ATSKsP8yQaky8AtsBqVtabSh5IaeBc29o8_SchiS_qW7Fl4SYuO_ekjz_flyDAEigndS36xmW1G6tInOfqmy0TlArdED0f_idV6LYvVeMQ3-cJRdg5mgCpfggQ/w232-h187/board-rebekah.jpg" width="232" /></a></div><b>How long have you been in your current position?&nbsp;&nbsp;</b><p></p><p>I joined the board in 2016, and have been serving as the secretary for the last 4 years.</p><p><b>What do you do outside of Camp?</b>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>I am a Registered Nurse at the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary.</p><p><b>What is your favourite thing about Camp ministry?&nbsp;</b>&nbsp;</p><p>My
favourite thing about camp ministry is that there is something for
everyone!&nbsp; Our whole family can participate in &amp; through the
ministry of camp.&nbsp; Camp ministry is such an easy thing to invite others
into - who doesn't want to come have fun, trying out new things at a
place as friendly &amp; welcoming as Camp Evergreen?</p><p><b>Why is Camp Ministry important to you?&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></p><p>Camp is place
that breaks down the barriers of every day life.&nbsp; Amazing outdoor
experiences that point to Jesus.&nbsp; Camp is a place where I worked out my
faith in deep personal ways, and have grown as a leader.&nbsp;
I love that a little bit of investment in camp ministry goes a long
ways -- it reaches across demographics and generations for lasting
impact.</p><p><b>How have you seen the Lord work at Camp throughout Covid-19?&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></p><p>On
the board we often remind each other that "Covid didn't take God by
surprise".&nbsp; YET AGAIN, we have opportunity to stop and see how God made
the impossible, possible.&nbsp; Covid has provided
many new opportunities and avenues for ministry, including making new
connections and ministry partners.&nbsp; It is only by God's provision and
sustenance that camp has actually thrived during this 'season' of
Covid-19.</p><p><b>What is one thing you would want to tell any future camp staff?&nbsp;</b></p><p>You
belong at Evergreen!&nbsp; You will never regret investing your time,
energy, &amp; money at camp.&nbsp; You can't help but leave camp different
than when you arrived -- bolder, more confident,
and hopefully more aware of your identity in Christ.&nbsp; But don't forget
to pack for every type of weather, and you may never quite catch up on
sleep...</p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Thanks Rebekah!</i></p><div>Be sure to check out what we've got going on at Camp by visiting www.camp-evergreen.com/events-and-retreats. We have a FREE event happening on Saturday, May 1st in Calgary - the Fun in the Sun Race! Get your family together and be ready for a day of racing around Northern Calgary while you participate in classic Camp activities in a safe and distanced way!</div><div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our permanent staff team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,</p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/391873912554921399/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=391873912554921399' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/391873912554921399'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/391873912554921399'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/04/talking-tuesdays-rebekah-williams.html' title='Talking Tuesdays - Rebekah Williams'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-4455439726202266541</id><published>2021-04-13T10:32:00.001-06:00</published><updated>2021-04-13T10:32:13.182-06:00</updated><title type='text'>Talking Tuesday - Lane Thielmann</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></p><p>Hey there,</p><p>Some may say I'm in denial, but I really do believe we are SO CLOSE to having no snow left on site! We saw some snow come down yesterday but it was gone as quickly as it came; all we have left is some smaller piles that are fighting hard to keep their place. I've busted out my capris and sandals and have decided it's just time to ditch all the layers!</p><p>Speaking of getting ready for warmer weather, have you heard about our Fun in the Sun Run happening in Calgary on Saturday, May 1st!? This is a FREE event for families to work together in an 'Amazing Race' type day, enjoying some classic camp fun and&nbsp; getting out of the house! Registration will be up on the website soon!</p><p>Today, we're continuing our Talking Tuesday Series when we take some time to introduce you to the people that keep Camp running all year long. So, grab your hot beverage of choice, take a seat, and get to know our Staff Director, Lane Thielmann:</p><p><b>How long have you worked at/been connected camp?</b></p><p>Mikaela and I moved to Camp Evergreen in October 2015, so almost
5.5 years ago. But my connection with Camp Evergreen before that
was that my parents met at Evergreen when they were both full time
staff in the late 80s.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifIdhGk6MwFC6MIyOjeiy0hw6MeRwCOXdvfSP6cGSqsD6vC2kTauhFWPwPmb8Z4JZ0J9TQsFXPPsCgXSdw95k4GXI3PoK7aUS3bWpq0Pi6Sowr04cA4w-Mo3LCfQVVfTFxJNHw2g/s340/team-lane.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifIdhGk6MwFC6MIyOjeiy0hw6MeRwCOXdvfSP6cGSqsD6vC2kTauhFWPwPmb8Z4JZ0J9TQsFXPPsCgXSdw95k4GXI3PoK7aUS3bWpq0Pi6Sowr04cA4w-Mo3LCfQVVfTFxJNHw2g/w202-h208/team-lane.jpeg" width="202" /></a></div><b>How long have you been in your current position?</b><p></p><p>I have been the staff director at Camp Evergreen for 4 years now,
since January 2017.</p><p><b>What did you do before coming to Camp?</b></p><p>I spent the four years prior to coming to Camp Evergreen at
Bethany College in Hepburn Saskatchewan studying for a degree in
Biblical Studies. During the summers I was a coach with Athletes
in Action running Christian soccer camps.</p><p><b>What is your favorite thing about Camp ministry?</b></p><p>My favorite thing about Camp Ministry is being able to work with
young people who are looking to make a difference for Christ and
being able to see them grow and mature as they serve God at Camp.</p><p><b>Why is Camp Ministry important to you?</b></p><p>Camp Ministry is important to me because I believe God has called
his people to reach out to others and to spread the good news of
Jesus to the world. I think Camp has a special place in this
mission because it is one of few places where non believers will
actively choose to come knowing they will hear about Christ and be
involved in a Christian atmosphere.</p><p><b>How have you seen the Lord work at Camp throughout
Covid-19?</b></p><p>The Lord has been at work at Camp through Covid-19 like he always
is. He repeatedly provides for us financially and with the
personnel we need to make camp run. Specifically this year it was
amazing to see how much money our fall fundraiser brought in
despite many people going through financial strain. In addition
God worked to make our alternate summer very fruitful and we were
able to have more new people come through our site than we ever
would have with our traditional summer camps. This was a great
opportunity for us to share and model Jesus to those who do not
know him yet!&nbsp;</p><p><b>What is one thing you would want to tell any future camp
staff?</b></p><p>
</p><p>Camp is a place that will make an impact in your life and allow
you to make an impact on others. It is a place where you will make
many great friends and learn important life skills as you live,
work and play in community as you give of your self to serve the
Lord. Just be aware that if you decide to come for a summer,
you'll probably have a hard time not coming back.</p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Thanks Lane!</i></p><div>Be sure to check out what we've got going on at Camp by visiting www.camp-evergreen.com/events-and-retreats (especially our Fun in the Sun Run and Touch Camper!!).</div><div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our permanent staff team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,</p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/4455439726202266541/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=4455439726202266541' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/4455439726202266541'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/4455439726202266541'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/04/talking-tuesday-lane-thielmann.html' title='Talking Tuesday - Lane Thielmann'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-8972266781362090133</id><published>2021-03-23T15:13:00.001-06:00</published><updated>2021-05-25T10:09:34.615-06:00</updated><title type='text'>Talking Tuesdays - Eric Schubert</title><content type='html'><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a>Hey there!</p><p>The snow has fallen again out on the property and the gravel roads that were so close to being dry are now muddy puddles with melting snow once again!&nbsp;</p><p>I know early-Spring time isn't a favourite of many people, but it is definitely my favourite season. There is just something so sweet about finally being able to go outside in just a sweater after long months of bundling up to stay warm. And please, don't get me started on how AMAZING the outside world smells right now! I mean, have you stepped out your front door and taken a huge deep breath lately!? Talk about a breath of fresh air! Seriously, it's my favourite.</p><p>Over the next handful of weeks, I want to take some time to introduce you to the people that keep Camp running all year long - a series called "Talking Tuesdays!". So, grab your hot beverage of choice, take a seat, and get to know our Chair of our Board of Directors, Eric Schubert.</p><p><b>How long have you worked at/been connected camp?</b></p><p>My
entire life! I first attended Camp Evergreen for church picnics and
family camp as a toddler. I came to camp as a camper when I was 10. I
worked at camp for 4 seasons, met my wife at camp, volunteered for more
seasons after that, chaperoned youth retreats, brought school groups to
Camp Evergreen and joined the Camp Evergreen board in 2016. I love
bringing my family and friends out to Camp Evergreen every chance I can.</p><p><b>How long have you been in your current position?</b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2qe_IEzB22JaX11v7WrtEHNmH6M7QcwbtMWRHHzno9qzKmjy0Bhd0fLb-L1qBSSmOvCroZw0C_TcrBlvUu2cUxTxr08dFSzWLvS740TIhKAvWZMnSR6GHWSIITrnM3Lm3mTQLnw/s410/board-eric.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="330" data-original-width="410" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2qe_IEzB22JaX11v7WrtEHNmH6M7QcwbtMWRHHzno9qzKmjy0Bhd0fLb-L1qBSSmOvCroZw0C_TcrBlvUu2cUxTxr08dFSzWLvS740TIhKAvWZMnSR6GHWSIITrnM3Lm3mTQLnw/w293-h237/board-eric.jpg" width="293" /></a></div><p></p><p>I joined the Camp Evergreen board in 2016. I have been the Chair of the Board of Directors since June 2017.</p><p><b>What do you outside of Camp?</b></p><p>I am an Assistant Principal at a middle school in Airdrie, Alberta</p><p><b>What is your favourite thing about Camp ministry?</b></p><p>I
love the amazing opportunity to Camp provides children, youth, and
families to explore and grow their faith in an amazing environment and
community.</p><p><b>Why is Camp Ministry important to you?</b></p><p>Camp
ministry is important to me because Camp is a place where I made faith
in Jesus my own. Camp ministry helped me grow as a camper and develop as
a leader. It is a ministry that has given me an opportunity to help
others grow in their faith and develop as leaders. I love seeing the
generational impact Camp has had and look forward to the impact it will
have on future generations.</p><p><b>How have you seen the Lord work at Camp throughout Covid-19?</b></p><p>God
has been so good. He has blessed Camp with generous donors, volunteers,
and has made it possible for Camp to not only survive, but thrive in a
bleak looking season. Many opportunities to connect and minister to new
people have come up, new connections, and new bridges have been built.
God has used this season to help the Board of Directors step back and
really dig into the core of Camp Evergreen and come out of this season
with a renewed energy, passion, and focus.</p><p><b>What is one thing you would want to tell any future camp
staff?</b></p><p>Enjoy your time working at Camp Evergreen. It is
truly a place like no other where you will learn, grow, and develop as a
leader through the opportunities you have to serve. There may be late
or sleepless nights and you may feel exhausted, but the opportunity you
have to walk with others in the supportive community of Jesus followers
will shape you for the rest of your life. Savour every moment, be
joyful, and pray continually. And know that those who support Camp
Evergreen pray for you often!</p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>Thanks for your thoughtful and authentic answers, Eric!&nbsp;</i></p>I don't know about you, but I just love hearing about how God has used Camp to impact lives! It's also so cool to see campers coming back as staff, and in Eric's case, becoming a member of our Board of Directors!&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>That's all for me today! If there is any way we can be praying for you, please don't hesitate to reach out with an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our management team will be more than happy to be praying for you.<br /><p>Blessings,</p><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/8972266781362090133/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=8972266781362090133' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8972266781362090133'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8972266781362090133'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/03/talking-tuesdays-1.html' title='Talking Tuesdays - Eric Schubert'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-8820010894077692164</id><published>2021-03-11T15:52:00.026-07:00</published><updated>2021-03-11T16:03:28.010-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="evergreenfamilies"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="evergreenstaff"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="evergreenupdates"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="explorealberta"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="youbelongatevergreen"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="yyclife"/><title type='text'>One year of Covid-19</title><content type='html'><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s750/The+Green+Spot.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/w227-h227/The+Green+Spot.png" width="227" /></a></div>Hey friends!<p></p><p></p>I am so excited to start this new adventure of writing for the Green Spot Blog! I say 'adventure' because that is exactly what it's going be - it might even get messy and be all over the place, so thank you in advance for trudging along with me!<p></p><p></p><p>Today marks one year since WHO declared a global pandemic. Over the past year, camp has had to change in so many ways, and just like the rest of the world, pivoting has become our theme! With every changing regulation, we have had to re-evaluate our plans and make changes - some more drastic than others. We've had long stretches of not being able to have guests on site and we've had to grieve the loss of Summer camps. This has been a wild year, folks, but that's not really what this is about - this post is a deep dive, nose first look at what the Almighty God has done at Camp Evergreen over the past year. This pandemic has not surprised Him and it has definitely not stopped His work. So, sit with me a moment and let your heart be encouraged by what the Lord has done at camp:</p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>With the loss of all our guest groups in the Spring of 2020, God made a way for Evergreen-to-go to become a reality and a route of provision for camp. Not only did Evergreen-to-go help us make ends meet, but we were able to bless so many families in need with meals.</li><li>The cancellation of Summer camps for 2020 left us grieving but it became a platform for Wholehearted Camping. This alternate programming meant hundreds of people coming to camp for the first time and having the opportunity to hear the Gospel and see Christ at work in lives around them. So many other families familiar to camp also came and were able to enjoy our site and ministry together as a whole unit.</li><li>We, as an organization, have been stretched outside of our comfort zone and we are better for it. We have had to get creative, change plans quickly, and reach out to different demographics of people than we have worked with in the past. We have gotten to minister more closely to family units instead of individuals. We have had to make things work with limited funds are our maintenance department has continuously blown us away with the things they can fix with what we already have on site.</li><li>We had the opportunity to run a virtual fundraiser and brought in more money than we have ever seen with one fundraiser (about $140,000). In a whole new way, we have been encouraged by those who support camp financially, with their time, and with their prayers. We were reminded even deeper that no man is an island and neither is camp; we need our people and we are so thankful for each and every one of you.</li></ul><div>These are just a few ways that we have seen the Lord work at Camp throughout the past year. Talk to any one of us who are working out here and I know we would be able to tell you so many other ways we've seen God work. I know that it's easy to get so discouraged in the crazy time, but take heart! God was not surprised by Covid-19 and He isn't backing down - He is mighty and He is working!</div><div><br /></div><div>If we can be praying for you in any way, please reach out by sending an email to guestservices@camp-evergreen.com and our management team will be more than happy to be praying for you!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Blessings,</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/s340/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="340" data-original-width="330" height="123" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhelaLw07hqdp5mARPu0jQ8DEIaQrElLSCA0r3RlxsHYTXyVrX5DLUHo642E9A8KRoEtdYp5GSKlsce4Id6tKon8QT7iHmJ3kAK9ZVZ0F-TcLlgFytsRnDD4WcOWuLG5SDrwQsPxA/w120-h123/team-sarah-deschatelets.jpg" width="120" /></a></div><b>Sarah 'Doodle' Deschatelets</b></div><div><b>Hospitality Director</b></div><div><b>Camp Evergreen</b></div><div>403-638-4230</div><div>guestservices@camp-evergreen.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><p></p></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/8820010894077692164/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=8820010894077692164' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8820010894077692164'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/8820010894077692164'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2021/03/one-year-of-covid-19.html' title='One year of Covid-19'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQa4zBmvk639_utWgPL6MusF0psRqGYY594fw4NO5M_-XcwSXOBzvPn2hNgym0KMjXI1LzfeXxZKZD2m4JN2WcELiqIDbRsf-RJaazt50XOUugqJN0dpY2ryYCAZ10sJ26cUkvNQ/s72-w227-h227-c/The+Green+Spot.png" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-923757630503166166</id><published>2020-11-24T10:28:00.004-07:00</published><updated>2020-11-24T10:28:35.601-07:00</updated><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="fundraiser"/><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Goodness of God"/><title type='text'>Thank you, thank you, thank you!</title><content type='html'><p>&nbsp;<span style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: arial; font-size: 13px;">I've lost count how many times I've started this email, deleted the text, and started over again. Words just don't seem to carry enough weight to clearly convey my thankfulness this afternoon. Regardless of the shortfall, I am going to try.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">On November 21st we ran our very first Livestream Telethon. We had set our goal for this fundraiser at $80,000. To be honest, when we set the goal for this fundraiser, I thought it was going to be tough to meet. Days before the Livestream, we were at $10,250 and I&nbsp;simply didn't know how we were ever going to hit our goal. I picked up the mail and there were enough donations to get us nearly halfway to our goal AND a $20,000 donation to Reaching Higher. WHAT?!</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">It was at this point that I really felt like the Isrealites in the Old Testament and how quickly they forgot about God's faithfulness. It is so easy for us to hear the world's message about how bad things are and how worse they're going to get and forget that we serve a God who is the Creator of the world, the great Provider, and who will see us through Covid.&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">Before we started our Livestream on Saturday morning, our staff gathered to pray. We prayed Ephesians 3:20-21 over the day:</p><blockquote style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; user-select: text;"><p style="margin: 0px; user-select: text;">20&nbsp;Now to him who is able&nbsp;to do immeasurably more than all we ask&nbsp;or imagine, according to his power&nbsp;that is at work within us,&nbsp;21&nbsp;to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.</p></blockquote><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">We knew that even though $80,000 was a big ask for us, it was nothing to God. By 11:00am, we had hit our $80,000 goal. Just as we had prayed in Ephesians 3:20, God was going to show us what "immeasurably more" looked like:</p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; user-select: text;"><li style="user-select: text;">12:00pm - We were over $90,000</li><li style="user-select: text;">2:00pm - We were pushing $100,000</li><li style="user-select: text;">4:00pm - We passed $120,000</li><li style="user-select: text;">And when I gave my closing comments and thank yous for the day, I did not know the final amount until they revealed it to me on camera. $138,000.&nbsp;</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">Our God&nbsp;<strong style="user-select: text;">can and will</strong>&nbsp;do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;"><em style="user-select: text;">I want to say thank you.</em>&nbsp;Thank you to every single person who donated:</p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; user-select: text;"><li style="user-select: text;">To the campers who donated their allowance.</li><li style="user-select: text;">Our German staff who sent in money from across an ocean.</li><li style="user-select: text;">Staff alumni who connected and donated.</li><li style="user-select: text;">To individuals who were moved to donate because of stories of friends and family whose lives have been impacted by camp.</li><li style="user-select: text;">To our camper families and families we have met through Wholehearted Camping and Evergreen To-Go.</li><li style="user-select: text;">To those who donated their time or an item for our Silent Auction.</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">THANK YOU.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;"><strong style="user-select: text;">Finally, thanks be to our God, who is faithful, who loves us, who goes before us and never fails us. Thank you. All praise and glory is yours.</strong></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">If you would like to watch the 8 hour stream, it is available on our YouTube channel&nbsp;<a data-mce-href="https://youtu.be/qhktI3EqxCg" href="https://youtu.be/qhktI3EqxCg" style="color: #3f3f3f; cursor: default; user-select: text;">here</a>.</p><blockquote style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; user-select: text;"><p style="margin: 0px; user-select: text;"><em style="user-select: text;">If you wanted to donate towards our Fall Fundrasier and were not able to on Saturday, you can still donate by e-transfer to main@camp-evergreen.com (no password required) or through our website at:&nbsp;<a data-mce-href="http://www.camp-evergreen.com/donate" href="http://www.camp-evergreen.com/donate" style="color: #3f3f3f; cursor: default; user-select: text;">www.camp-evergreen.com/donate</a>.</em></p></blockquote><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px; user-select: text;">The official total will be reported next week. Thank you again for your prayers and support. You are an important part of the ministry of Camp Evergreen.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #3f3f3f; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin: 1em 0px 0px; user-select: text;">Courtney Armstrong | Interim Executive Director</p></content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/feeds/923757630503166166/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=34169854&postID=923757630503166166' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/923757630503166166'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/34169854/posts/default/923757630503166166'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://camp-evergreen.blogspot.com/2020/11/thank-you-thank-you-thank-you.html' title='Thank you, thank you, thank you!'/><author><name>Camp Evergreen</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16020308735774033005</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfXcgRTlRY9Ej4PD2MPFqhrpZpUD1sgTnKTXnyQ_V204DWUbL7MrtXztD32vEs6hz9lDHxH2HUS-i82UUJB797NIsj0l8-1EKz1Hi3onoE9mE3M3ssMx8EMPVr6ItHA/s220/1477489_10152166058808322_935387834_n.jpg'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34169854.post-2725884183699067480</id><published>2020-04-27T10:11:00.000-06:00</published><updated>2020-04-27T10:11:51.892-06:00</updated><title type='text'>CE@Home Learn the Bunny Hop</title><content type='html'>Camp Evergreen is super excited about our newest summer activity: Mountain Biking. Our staff have been working hard on building a great trail to ride and we can't wait to have campers come and test it out! For all the bikers out there, our challenge this week is for you.<br />
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Camp Evergreen is launching a new program to help campers and families get through these tough times of physical isolation. We want you to be able to experience some of the fun and atmosphere of Camp Evergreen right from your home. We will be releasing a number of videos each week including educational videos, tutorial videos for crafts and cooking, devotional videos, and fun silly videos. We would love to help you learn new skills, have fun together and enjoy your time in quarantine. Check out our trailer for Camp Evergreen at Home:</div>
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This is a question that I'm sure nearly every parent has asked as they sign their child up for camp. I truly wish I had a good answer for it. All I have are experiences of seeing homesickness hit nearly every age imaginable (including my adult staff!).<br />
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I can tell you this - and it surprises a lot of folks. The age where homesickness is the most severe - most unsolvable is our Trail Blazer age (campers going into grades 5-7).
Strange, right? We chalk that up to families who worry that their child isn't ready in the elementary years and then send them for the first time when they may have little experience sleeping away from home.&nbsp; <br />
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Though there may not be the perfect age to start camp - the earlier a child can get into camp, the greater experience they have building independence, resilience, and confidence to succeed. <br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTqP95K4-G92Jg1keSfro040Wr85m9tHdixBrwjyI8tslBkmZz4o_XUa_Q7HUrbyop8-LYLSI3GYgzcF1sQPFXnc9ViFP-tUUGoYQFVezg9gYzTBEZqxHK18XG-0hlFti8wG-s3g/s1600/IMG_2014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTqP95K4-G92Jg1keSfro040Wr85m9tHdixBrwjyI8tslBkmZz4o_XUa_Q7HUrbyop8-LYLSI3GYgzcF1sQPFXnc9ViFP-tUUGoYQFVezg9gYzTBEZqxHK18XG-0hlFti8wG-s3g/s320/IMG_2014.jpg" width="320" /></a>A bit of a disclaimer as you read through the indicators<b>: 5 to 8 year old do not have to have <i>mastered</i> these skills listed below before they come to camp. </b>Camp is all about learning and growing. Your child does not have to "have it all figured out" before they come to camp. <br />
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Okay - let's get into it. Here are some of the camp readiness indicators:<br />
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<b>Your child can take care of their personal hygiene.</b></h2>
Our staff are very good at reminding kids brush their teeth and shower but it's important that they know how to do this on their own. We know that camp is full of new experiences for kids - we just don't want showers or brushing their teeth to be one of those firsts!<br />
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<b>Your child is asking and pushing you to go away to camp.</b></h2>
Sometimes there's no guesswork involved. Your child may have started hounding you when they were 2 years old (that was me). Some kids innately know that they are ready for a grand adventure on their own.<br />
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Of course, there are some children who will need the push from their parents to consider a sleepaway camp, which is also perfectly normal. What is important to note is how your child reacts to the suggestion. Are they excited or intrigued by the thought of an adventure on their own or terrified/afraid of going somewhere on their own.<br />
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<b>Your child has had successful sleepovers away from home.</b></h2>
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This will likely not only build resilience against separation anxiety (homesickness), but it opens the door for you to discuss it with your child. Practicing sleepaways is also a great thing to practice in the months leading up to camp.<br />
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<b>You child has experience with babysitters at night who can successfully put them to bed.</b></h2>
If no one, besides you or a close relative, has ever put your child to bed, your child probably will not appreciate experiencing this for the first time at a sleepaway camp. Bedtime is the number one time of the day that is often most stressful to children who are away from home, as they associate sleep with the routines they most often have with their parents.<br />
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"Separation from Mom and Dad is..."...the primary key psychological and emotional benefit for children and parents going to sleepaway camp"Dr. Fran Walfish, a family psychologist and author in California explained in Medical Daily. Knowing they are comfortable being separated from you at home means they can transition to being cared for by their counselors at camp.<br />
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<b>Your child can successfully navigate new situations.</b></h2>
If your child has been able to adapt to new teachers or coaches, a classroom that is filled with unfamiliar kids, new after-school activities or a move to a new school, these are all indicators that they can easily get into the groove of camp.<br />
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<b>Your child is interested in trying and learning new things.</b></h2>
We are all creatures of habit, but camp is filled with opportunities to make new friends and try new things. If they get excited about new things and going on adventures (rather than dread), camp is a great place. Understand that kids often figure out that they are able to make friends through their camp experience.<br />
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<b>Your child knows what sleepaway camp means.</b></h2>
It's easy to forget that your child may have NO IDEA what a sleepaway camp means. All of your nostalgic memories often mean nothing to your child who has never experienced them. Be part of the process of introducing the idea and the meaning of sleepaway camp to your child:<br />
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<li>Watch Camp Evergreen videos with your child <a href="https://vimeo.com/campevergreen" target="_blank">here</a>.</li>
<li>Attend our Open House (afternoon of free activities and a great chance to look at the cabins or out-trip sites your camper will be experiencing) on June 27.</li>
<li>Attend a retreat or run our Tough Camper Run to experience some of the fun we offer.</li>
<li>Phone the camp and arrange a tour of the site.</li>
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Remember! You've got more than four months until the first camps in July start. That's a ton of time to start practicing the skills listed above. If you have any questions, just drop me an email!<br />
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Until next time! <br />
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Ten years ago, an idea was born... <i>Let's invite people to raise some money and play some hockey.&nbsp; </i>A pretty novel and pretty brilliant idea our Executive Director and (one of the) biggest Oilers fan I've ever met, Kerry Precht, can be thanked for. The tournament has brought players back year after year - many saying that it is what they scheduled their January around. It has been a day that many people come together each year to make happen.<br />
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We had a humble beginning in 2010. Six teams and one ice rink. Our Site Manager, Dave Reimier had built a pull "zambonie" to flood the ice which we still use today (with some modifications). We raised $10,128 that first year.<br />
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Our second, third, and fourth years showed a lot of growth. Six teams grew to eight which grew to ten. Need for a second rink was evident as was a tightening of the rules...who knew hockey players could be so competitive?!...Okay, okay - well...maybe we knew that already.<br />
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Through the years of tournaments, we've had temperatures of +5 degrees down to starting games in -25 (and only getting as warm as -20 throughout the day). Do you think we've ever postponed? Nope - we've battled through melted ice patches, four inch cracks due to frigid temperatures, and near perfect ice conditions. Our Ice Maintenance Teams have solved nearly every problem over the years to make the tournament a go. I'm a little surprised we haven't been asked to supervise some of the Heritage Games!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The "Freezer" year. Temperatures in 2012 never went above -20.</td></tr>
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There has been a lot of development and commitment from the teams since the beginning. From matching team jerseys to custom made jerseys that were created just for our Pond Hockey tournament. In more recent years - we've seen youth groups travel out to cheer on their favourite team. The names have been some of my favourites: District 5 Slugs, Rock 'n' Roll Kuchen, Ugly Pucklings, Pond Paddlers, and one of my favourites - Kevin and the Heartbreakers.<br />
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As the tournament has grown - we've seen it change. Announcers, Hockey organs playing our favourite hockey tunes (from inside a mini-van because it was -20 out), Colour Commentators, and Kids Skillz Competitions. The evolution has been epic.<br />
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2015 was a special year in fundraising for us. This is the year where teams not only became competitive ON the ice - but they became competitive in raising funds for camp. We a big jump in how much money teams started bringing in. We also started a Silent Auction. We saw $31,888 come in 2015 - more than $10,000 more than the previous year. This was also the year that we discovered that Peanut Butter Pies can be auctioned off for <i>thousands</i>&nbsp;of dollars.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2015 was our first Kids Skillz Competition. We've seen more and more kids attend the day to enjoy a different side to Evergreen. Just wait until we introduce Crokicurl this year!!</td></tr>
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More teams meant something needed to change for our Maintenance team. It meant that we needed to become more efficient with flooding the rinks and patching the ice. In 2015, we introduced the first "Quadbonie" to the world. Maybe this wasn't the World's First but certainly it was to us. Adding another flooding machine cut precious time down between games and made it possible to care for both rinks at the same time.<br />
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2016 was a landmark year as we were able to raise OVER $40,000. It was a very exciting tournament. That number will set the number to beat in 2019.<br />
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We have loved every minute of each tournament. Even when it's freezing or the sun is melting holes in the ice. There are always smiles and laughter to be heard across the two rinks. We've grown from having the Players' Bench on Rink 2 in the horse trailer to having their own heated cabin, from six teams to trying to figure out where we would someday put Rink 3 because we're getting mighty tired of turning away teams numbering over 13.<br />
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This January marks 10 years of Pond Hockey for us. In the last nine we've raised <b>$208,212</b>! That's amazing! We're gunning make it our biggest year yet. By setting the goal this year at $42,000 - we will hit $250,000 in 10 years! Let's score that goal together. Whether you're a hockey player, a spectator, or just a regular person that LOVES camp - let's see lives transformed by the Power of Jesus together!<br />
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If you know of a team that is playing and would like to contribute to them or you would simply like to contribute to our Pond Hockey tournament - go <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&amp;id=4" target="_blank">HERE</a> to donate.<br />
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Then - join us! Join us on January 12, 2019 for our Pond Hockey Tournament. <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=249" target="_blank">Read up on it here</a>.<br />
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I've been wanting to do a follow up Blog from our LEAD weekend that we had at the end of September. I have to say - it was one of my favourite youth retreats that we've EVER had at Evergreen. We had 150 youth and sponsors here getting equipped to go out and be active in their faith. Nearly everyone learned atleast two simple tools to go out and share Christ with someone near them. It was an amazing weekend!<br />
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Danny MacKay from I am Second and e3 Partners was our main session speaker and his stories about taking advantage of every moment he's breathing to share Christ's love with people around him was so inspiring.<br />
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If you were at the retreat - you will remember Danny talking about what was coming up for him after LEAD. He was going to be going into the Peruvian Amazon to three villages that were unreached by Christians. Well - Danny just got back and I'd like to share his stories and some pictures with you from his trip that I think might encourage you - they sure encouraged me! Taken from Facebook:<br />
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<i>"Ever since I became a believer in Jesus, I’ve always wanted to take the gospel where no one else has been.This trip into the Amazon, I got that very chance. It was absolutely an incredible trip in every way and each day God showed up and did amazing miracles everywhere we went.&nbsp;</i><br />
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We were able to visit three separate villages with trained nationals -
two of these villages had no church at all and one village had only one
single believer who has been praying for over 25 years for someone to
come. How amazing to be the answer to those prayers!!! We branched out into small teams and spread out amongst the Shipibo tribes and the Ashanikas. </i><br />
<i> We saw: </i><br />
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<li><i><i><span class="_5mfr"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url(&quot;https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/f4c/1/16/1f642.png&quot;); font-size: 16px; height: 16px; width: 16px;"></span></span></i>153 salvations</i></li>
<li><i> 53 baptisms</i></li>
<li><i> 56 physical healings</i></li>
<li><i> 12 persons of peace identified (those who are committed to reaching their village) </i></li>
<li><i> 70 new nationals trained (70!!)</i></li>
<li><i> 2 brand new churches planted </i></li>
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<i> I wish you could have seen the people rush the river to be baptized when the gospel was proclaimed.&nbsp;</i><br />
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<i>
One cool story: As Jordan and I walked up to a house, the man there
told us he had a dream the night before about two men coming for a
visit. He was waiting all day for us. He recommitted his life to Jesus
and his wife was also baptized. She was baptized by a brand new believer
who had never shared the gospel before nor had she baptized anyone. But
with simple tools, she joined us in reaching her own village. We told
this man that God has plans for him and he responded, “And I have plans
for my village.”.&nbsp;</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The "three circles" tool taught at LEAD.</td></tr>
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<i> Just a few doors down a young girl was on the
brink of death from a severe case of leprosy. She had been in her bed
for over two years. I’ll never forget the smell. So we prayed for her
and laid hands on her. Four days later we returned to that villa</i><i><i><span class="_5mfr"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url(&quot;https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/f4c/1/16/1f642.png&quot;); font-size: 16px; height: 16px; width: 16px;"></span></span></i>ge
on our way out of the jungle and had a chance to check on her. Her bed
was rolled up and she was walking around saying she felt much better!!!
He still heals!! Three of her family members said yes to Jesus!</i><br />
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These are just a few of the stories (gosh there’s a lot) but our team
saw first hand what can happen when you trust G</i><i><i><span class="_5mfr"><span class="_6qdm" style="background-image: url(&quot;https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/f4c/1/16/1f642.png&quot;); font-size: 16px; height: 16px; width: 16px;"></span></span></i>od and step completely
into the unknown. Our nationals will be following up in the next
few weeks and revisiting each village and taking them through next
steps. Their commitment is incredible. These trips move the ball forward
in a massive way for them. We are already making plans for a return
team to join in.&nbsp;</i><br />
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<i> We gathered all the new believers together at
night and they came with joy! 2 new churches were planted among them and
many came to Jesus.We won against the heat, the bugs, the
animals, sickness, the rain, strange food, sleepless nights,
inconsistent meals, over 27 hours on planes and in airports, and over 26
hours on boats, and everything the devil tried to throw at us.&nbsp;</i><br />
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<i> The Kingdom of God is a little more on earth today and we are just getting started. This is living."</i><br />
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These are <b>ordinary</b> people doing <b>extraordinary</b> things for Jesus. I know it's easy to sit and listen to someone like Danny MacKay and believe that you could never do what he does. He does one thing - he allows himself to be used by God in every moment. He can and will use you - you just have to say yes and step forward in faith.<br />
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Not just when it's convenient for him. He makes time for God.<br />
Not just when he feels courageous enough. He allows God to make him bold.<br />
Not just when he's practiced enough. He trusts that God will give him the words.<br />
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Do you remember the challenge at LEAD? To start sharing immediately - the "Three Circles", the "Hashtag", or "If you could experience a miracle today, what would it be?" Question. Get on it - let's see the world changed by Jesus!<br />
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.: jogee :.</div>
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We've been waiting for Fall for what seems like nearly two months now. After three weeks of snowy weather - it feels long past due. I had many days where if I thought hard enough - imagined vividly enough, I could pretend that it was April and summer was only three months away. Alas - it is not April and Summer 2019 is still a solid eight months away.<br />
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In the next week, we will be transitioning from our Fall Staff to our Winter Staff. We will say goodbye to at least half of our Seasonal Team and enter into a short&nbsp; point in our year where we are all able to take a bit of a deep breath. We're still working hard to get ready for 2019: Guest Groups are still coming and going, Summer registration webforms are being updated, the website is going under construction, and events happening early on in 2019 are getting designed. Even so - there is a few moments where we're able to just...breathe...<br />
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One of my less than secret things that I love to do this time of year is to go out and get a brand new Day Planner. You A-Type people out there may know what I'm talking about. A new Day Planner, to me atleast, represents potential and an opportunity to list my <i>important things</i> before life takes over. There's something very exciting about the wide open space a new calendar year offers (before I start filling up all of the rest of the space with my "To Do" lists). I get excited putting the "Big Rocks" of my schedule in first so that nothing gets in the way of them. Maybe it's my vacation trips that I already know about or time with family that I want to make sure I don't want to miss.<br />
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This process always makes me pause to think about where my time with God falls into my busy schedule. Is He a "Big Rock" of my year? My month? My day? How many times do I fail to prioritize my time with God each day and find myself too tired, too busy, or too....<br />
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<i>Psalm 90:14 says: Satisfy us in the <b>morning</b> with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.</i><br />
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When the schedule gets going the biggest thing I forget is to make sure that I'm making time to <b>be still</b>. So often, I find myself trying to "carve" out time for God. Usually that involves me trying to create something from an already busy schedule. What would it look like for if we stopped carving a space out for God but started letting things fall into place AFTER we meet with God. Just imagine if all things happened after God - each day, each month, all year long. What would that look like?<br />
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<i>Psalm 46:10: Be still and know that I am God.</i><br />
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Thanks for reading - and check back next week when we lay out our events for 2019 so that you can put your Camp Evergreen "Big Rocks" in your calendar (right after you schedule your God time). ;)<br />
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<i>Peace,</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">This week we welcomed our youngest campers, our
Sparkies, to a week of fun in the sun! Don’t worry, we put on all
the sunscreen, drank all the water, and wore all the hats we could
find! These campers have loads of energy and don’t stop ‘till
they drop (thank goodness for nap time). This week was an adventure
for sure, whether it was the good food or soaking our cabin leaders
with water balloons at tuck time, these kiddos were all in. We fit a
lot of fun into this short week including chapel, pony rides,
canoeing, archery, arts and crafts, horse care, bouncy castle,
climbing wall, wagon rides, and the best games camp has to offer
(that’s right, I’m talking about jug &amp; jog)!&nbsp;</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Our
speaker Kendall, the children’s pastor at SunWest Church in
Calgary, challenged our campers with some very good questions. Every
chapel the kids were asked two questions, “who is Jesus?” and
“what does that make me?” They learned about what Jesus has done
for us and how loved they are by God. Kendall told us stories from
the Jesus Storybook Bible, taught us all about what it means to pray,
and how we can join our King Jesus! </span></span>
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campers may be small, but they ask big and important questions. Here
at camp, we are reminded over and over just how thoughtful and strong
these kids are! </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Testimonies
shared by our kids this week include the truths that God exists in
three, as God the Father, God the Son, and The Holy Spirit; that
“Jesus is the son of God”, “God has a Kingdom that will never
perish”, “We are very special to Jesus”, “Even though we sin
God still forgives us”, and “Jesus’ name is powerful”. </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Shout
out to our Pit Crew who served and cleaned for us, and the kitchen
crew who cooked in a real hot kitchen this week!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Kingdom Quest (by Josh Bryce - Swish)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Your Kingdom Knows No End&nbsp;</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">Every Move I Make </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-CA">And
here is the link to the weekly video that will be posted on </span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-CA">August
13th : www.vimeopro.com/campevergreen/2018-week6</span></span></span></div>
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you believe it, only 2 weeks of camp left!?! </span></span>
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This week was full of fun, Jesus, and thunder. Every day, it seemed, had storm clouds roll in and thunder. Fortunately for us, it seemed to only really rain when we were inside for meals or Chapel. Activities like Horsemanship, Zipline, Canoeing, archery, and more! These kids played our wide games with enthusiasm and gusto - you could often hear them playing halfway across camp. I hope all of the parents enjoy the singing today at Closing as much as we have all week.<br />
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This week our speaker was from Dalhousie Church in Calgary, Brennan Dyck. It was so much fun to see the kids interact with Brennan in chapel and during the games.<br />
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Last night we had our testimony "rocks"...rocks because for the third week in a row, we were rained out from our fire ring. The weather wasn't a downer though - as always - testimony nights are MY favourite. I absolute love hearing what kids are learning about God and what they're experiencing at camp. Here is a small sample of the testimonies that were shared:<br />
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<li>I learned a lot about God, like life lessons.</li>
<li>No matter what, God will always be with me.</li>
<li>We can actually be different than everybody else.</li>
<li>I've learned to trust God.</li>
<li>We can trust God even when we can't see Him.</li>
<li>God is always there for you.</li>
<li>God never leaves your side, even in tough times.</li>
<li>I am going to learn a new Bible verse every single day!</li>
<li>I learned that I should come to camp more often.</li>
<li>I learned that God can do things through you. </li>
<li>The best thing that ever happened to me was growing closer to God and reading my Bible. </li>
<li>Once you join the Kingdom - that's the start of your adventure.</li>
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Chapels songs that we sang this week were:<br />
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<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Kingdom Quest - written by Josh Bryce (Swish)</span></span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Your Kingdom Knows No End</span></span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Look to the Son&nbsp;</span></span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Happy Day&nbsp;</span></span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Pharoah Pharoah&nbsp;</span></span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5"><span>Meet Me in the River</span></span></li>
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<span class="_5yl5"><span>The video for the week can be found here (starting on Tuesday): </span></span><br />
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One hundred and fifty campers spread across five different programs joined us for camp this week. We had 16 Pit Crew finishing out their second week of camp, 16 Interns experiencing their first week as staff, 6 campers in our brand new Wrangler Up Sr. program where they learned what it takes to be an Evergreen Wrangler, 12 campers down at our Roughin' It Boys 2 camp and 100 Explorer campers at our Base Camp.<br />
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We got a bit a rain and a bit of sunshine this week. Regardless of the weather - all of our campers played, competed, and couldn't be stopped from having fun. The weather even cleared up for our field BBQ on Wednesday so we could Party, eat some burgers, and finish up with Jug 'n' Jog.<br />
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Our speaker this week was from Lethbridge, Alberta and one of our long standing staff members, Sarah Viejou (Renaissance). She started the week off by talking about lost coins and sheep (with the biggest, fluffiest sheep!!) and putting a puzzle together about how Jesus came to rescue us and how we can say yes to being part of His rescue team!<br />
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Here are the songs that we sang this week:<br />
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<li><span class="_5yl5">Kingdom Quest (by Josh Bryce - Swish)</span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5">Your Kingdom Knows No End&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5">Look to the Son</span></li>
<li><span class="_5yl5">Away in a Manger</span></li>
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<span class="_5yl5">Last up - here's the link to the video that will be posted on July 30th:</span><br />
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<span class="_5yl5"><span class="_5yl5">It's hard to believe that we're already half-way through summer! Pray that we will keep the energy that we've had so far!&nbsp;</span></span><br />
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These campers say the most ridiculous things and are hilarious. I've seen "Tigers" in skirts riding horses!! If that's not hilarious - I don't know what is! I absolutely love watching these kids look at an activity like canoing, identify that they are nervous about trying it and taking the brave steps towards conquering their fears. I think we could learn a lot from these little ones!<br />
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<li>He's an eternal God</li>
<li>He's our eternal King </li>
<li>We can have eternal life though His son, Jesus</li>
<li>He offers us eternal kindness</li>
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On the last night of camp, our campers participate in a campfire where the campers have an opportunity to share something about their week. We hear lots of comments about what activities were the favourites. Here are some of the comments made during Testimony Sticks:<br />
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<li>I learned about eternal life.</li>
<li>I learned that Jesus' love is everlasting.</li>
<li>I learned that Camp Evergreen is so much fun and even though I get scared, I can face my fears.</li>
<li>God is always by my side even when I have hard times.</li>
<li>I learned you can talk to Jesus whenever you want to.</li>
<li>I learned not to give up on things you want to do, like climbing the wall.</li>
<li>I learned that God cares, He loves, He's always there.</li>
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The Chapel Songs we sang this week were:<br />
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<li>Kingdom Quest</li>
<li>Your Kingdom Knows No End</li>
<li>Happy Day </li>
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It's been such an amazing start to the summer. Remember that we still have space in Sparks on August 7-10th for kids going into Grades 1-4.<br />
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<span class="_5yl5"><span>Check back next week when we post about Trail Blazers 1!!</span></span></div>
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You have to love when a plan comes together. Our Tough Camper Run was one of those plans. We've been tossing it around for several years now - wondering if it would fit in our "family" of annual events. We're always excited about the idea of welcoming families and new people into our Camp Evergreen world and we really started feeling like an obstacle race - one that could challenge not only individuals but families and youth groups - could be just the right fit.<br />
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We set to planning the course - which basically meant that John (a.k.a. Dish[Rack]tion) consistently ran the developing "course" several times a week over the last five months until we had a path that we were happy with. Then came the obstacle design. We researched, we met with some experienced race organizers, and obstacle experts and started planning our event.<br />
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The weather was perfect as seventy racers checked in for the race. Costumes, custom-made shirts, and families of all different ages and sizes lined up in four different heats to run the course. <br />
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In addition to running the race, each racer was challenged with raising $200 each for Evergreen. Teams enthusiastically accepted the challenge. We had a family raise over $2000! One eight year old racer in particular set herself to the challenge and raised just under $3000. It is amazing and humbling and inspiring to see <i>our campers</i> stand up and support camp.&nbsp; <br />
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At the end of the day - our Tough Campers raised $15,001.00 for camp! It's a super amazing way to jump into our summer season. We're already looking to 2019 and our next Tough Camper Race (mark your calendar for <b>June 8, 2019</b>).&nbsp; <br />
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Our first camp of Summer 2018 starts on July 3rd. That's only 17 days away! We have 60 spots left to fill in our summer camps and we know that God is going to continue to do amazing things at camp.<br />
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Pray for us as we finish out our Guest Group season this next week. Our AGM and Open House happens on Saturday, June 23rd. Join us on Saturday morning for our AGM and then stay for activities and a BBQ in the evening. Tell us that you're coming <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=2100/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=210" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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If you've got time this summer - <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/node/48" target="_blank">consider volunteering at camp</a>! <br />
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Thank you again to all of the racers and everyone that supported a team in the event. We're looking forward to seeing the race grow next year!<br />
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Today we received 10 camper registrations. That may not seem like a lot but when you're <b>89%</b> full - 10 campers make a big difference. We only have 126 spots left in our summer camps. We truly are down to the last stretch. We're wanting to see <i>every. single. spot.</i> filled. We want 1041 campers and 43 families hear the Gospel this summer - we want to see <b><i>Lives Transformed by the Power of Jesus</i></b>.<br />
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To do this, we need staff. We need volunteers. Each May and June, we bring in about 30 staff to work our Outdoor Education and Guest Group ministry. During this time - our discipleship programs and summer games are being written and designed - summer magic is being crated. At the end of June, 30 staff becomes 70 and we are joined by nearly 100 volunteers in the following two months. These are not youth, young adults, lesser young adults, and grandparents who are wasting their summer or finding something to do to fill their time...they're building the Kingdom of God. They are using something that God has given them to bless others.<br />
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How can you help?<br />
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<li><b>If you're looking for a job for 2-4 months - Apply! </b>We're still looking for 2-3 staff members willing to work with us from May until the end of August. You can work just spring, all four months, or even just come for July and August. We're also actively looking for staff for July and August - if you're 16 years old, you can apply to be summer staff. Here's where you access the <a href="http://www.camp-evergreen.com/staffapplication2018" target="_blank">application</a>.</li>
<li><b>If you've got a week - we've got a spot for you. </b>We need a lot of volunteers to make summer work. Our Kitchen needs 3-4 volunteers each week of the summer. You get to work alongside of Ken, our amazing Red Seal Chef and participate in what could be a life changing summer for you too! <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/volunteer-application" target="_blank">Here's where you can apply as a volunteer</a>.</li>
<li><b>We are always looking for volunteers</b> who are excited to work with kids - that might be as an activity staff or on an out-trip. These volunteers will need to consider also attending our Training week from June 26-July 3rd. Volunteers come to us with all types of skills: horsey skills, kitchen, laundry doing skills (you can't imagine the amount of laundry that needs to be done every day), gardening, bandaid applying skills, colouring skills, lawn-mowing skills...the list is long and we need the help! <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/volunteer-application" target="_blank">Check out our volunteer application</a>!</li>
<li><b>Pray</b>. Pray that there will be people who answer our call for help and then pray for our staff as they prepare to share the Gospel and lead over 1200 children, youth, and families towards Jesus Christ.</li>
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Contact us (Lane) at our office: 403-638-4230 or by email: staff@camp-evergreen.com for more information on staffing or volunteering at camp.<br />
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See you this summer!<br />
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There's a new thing happening this spring at Camp Evergreen. For the first time ever - we are doing an obstacle race called the<b> Tough Camper Run</b>. This race will be the first of its kind here at Evergreen and will raise money for our camp programs. <br />
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The race is being designed so that families, individuals, and youth groups can race together in a fun new way. Teams are encouraged to dress up in a theme (like bumblebees, unicorns, or something even crazier) and race to see lives transformed! Each racer is encouraged to <b>raise $200 each in pledges</b> for the race. That can seem like a lot - but kids are really good at raising money...especially when they dress up. Who can say no to a 5 year old dressed as a bumblebee? Our goal for this fundraiser is $25,000.<br />
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Prizes will be given for Top Fundraiser in each category, Best Dressed, and more!<br />
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Here's the skinny about the race:<br />
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1km - 3km - 5km Distance Options with an obstacle area containing 8-9 obstacles in each distance. Obstacles get progressively harder the further you go. Our 1km will be designed with families who have children as old as 4 years old in mind. Mini-obstacle options will be paired beside the big obstacles for the kids.<br />
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The entire race happens on Camp Evergreen property and make sure you're wearing clothes that are ready to get muddy! With our spring rains - expect to get wet and muddy! <br />
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Race Check In begin at 11:30am with the first set of racers heading off at 1PM.<br />
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For full information, head to our <a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=211" target="_blank">event </a>on the website. Please call the office to register: 403-638-4230<span id="goog_832377027"></span><span id="goog_832377028"></span><br />
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Spread the word and let's be the toughest campers out there!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Every spring and summer, we hire countless staff to lead groups, schools, clubs, and summer campers through our programs. These young adult staff, many who attend Bible colleges and universities across our country, make significant sacrifices when they decide to work at camp. They make the choice to work for less to do amazing Kingdom work.&nbsp;</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the things that helps us hire and pay some of these college and university students are Summer Grants. Every year that I have worked at camp (seasonally and full-time), we have received atleast two summer grants. These grants are specifically for staff who are </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">currently students and are intending to return to school in fall.&nbsp;
The government is pretty flexible with these grants allowing us to
make some minor changes after we've received them.&nbsp; Students
from Bible School are eligible.&nbsp; University and Community
College are also eligible.&nbsp; Last year we received seven grants
totaling just over $30,000.&nbsp; Camp Evergreen doesn't make any
profit off these grants, we pass on the amount directly to the
students.&nbsp; It does mean that several of our staff can make a
significant amount of income while serving at summer camps.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As I'm sure you have seen in the news recently, the government decided that every organization that
applies needs to attest that we agree to how the government thinks on
several issues. Under the counsel of Christian Camping Canada and the Canadian Council of Christian Charities, we filled out the applications with a written portion that stated what we understood the attestation to mean.&nbsp; A few weeks ago, we received an
e-mail stating that our application needed to be re-submitted because
the attestation could not be altered.&nbsp; We have reapplied, including a letter to our Prime Minister and MP with our concerns regarding the attestation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There's good news - this last weekend, it was announced that there will be a vote in the House of Commons on March 19, 2018 to reverse the attestation.&nbsp; We could really use your help. One of the simple things you can do is to contact your Member of Parliament by writing a letter and ask them to vote on March 19th to reverse the attestation. It's a simple letter that looks like this:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
<i><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms FirstName,
Lastname,
MP,
House of Commons</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Dear Mr. Lastname:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;">I
am writing in regards to the Canada Summer Jobs Grant. I understand
that there is a motion on the floor to reverse the attestation policy.
On March 19,
2018,
I am asking you to vote in favour of the motion to reverse the
attestation policy.<br /><br />Sincerely<br />Your Name<br />Email address</span></i><br />
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The second thing you can do is SHARE this. Tell you friends, families, neighbors to send a letter to their MPs about voting for the reversal.<br />
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The third thing - and probably the most important thing - that you can do is on March 19th - let's band together and pray that the attestation is reversed.<br />
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Together we can make a difference!<br />
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Nearly two weeks ago we concluded our WinterFest Family Camp. It was a raving success and we're already hearing families talk about who they will be inviting next year. We're excited to see this camp grow like our two summer family camps.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkuurDb6efGIdAIzNnZPpuuzBkS7PnHE6FAG0fr49lwi0sOSaBngXKb-pJ_DCTGfIVz7EPO8zmf_GjmYYLG9zNMDqLPmWrhbub2JNuO8EPPMrChtPGYitLgEAmjuhZMigOjVmQFA/s1600/IMG_9515.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="425" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkuurDb6efGIdAIzNnZPpuuzBkS7PnHE6FAG0fr49lwi0sOSaBngXKb-pJ_DCTGfIVz7EPO8zmf_GjmYYLG9zNMDqLPmWrhbub2JNuO8EPPMrChtPGYitLgEAmjuhZMigOjVmQFA/s640/IMG_9515.jpeg" width="640" /></a>There are a lot of people who wonder what there is to do out here in the winter. Well - let me tell you... Wagon Rides, Trail Rides, Snowshoeing, Jug 'n' Jog, ice skating, hockey, Red Neck Curling, Snowsculptures, archery, zipline, crafts, and more and more and more. Evergreen in the winter has its very own magic - besides who doesn't want some hot chocolate and cookies fresh from our&nbsp; gator while they're waiting to ride the zipline?!<br />
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We invited our families to join our Winter Family Olympics. They had
their very own "coaches" and competed in a number of different kids of
events including Snowsculptures, Red Neck Curling, Giant Dutch Blitz,
Jug 'n' Jog. Medals were given out, trophies were won, and it was a very
special time enjoyed by everyone.<br />
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Check out some of the awesome snow sculptures from the weekend:<br />
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From Inukshuks to Lochness Monstors and Easter Island heads - the creativity from the families was amazing.<br />
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Our speaker for this weekend was <a href="http://www.everydaytruth.ca/" target="_blank">Stephanie Beaulieu</a>. She used our theme of the Olympics to talk about the race that each of us are running for God. It was awesome to see each family engage in the activities during our sessions, learning about each other as well as God.<br />
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We thank you to all the families that participated. Next year - the WinterFest Family Camp will be February 15-18, 2019. Keep an eye out in October when Registration opens!<br />
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We also have a bunch of events coming up before summer. Each event is connected to the event on our website. Head there for more information:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=204" target="_blank">Ladies Retreat</a> - April 6-8th. We still have some space in this event. It's a wonderful weekend full of activities, special meals, relaxation, nature, and amazing special guests.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=205" target="_blank">Father/Son Retreat </a>- May 4-6th. Get out of the city and come play with us. We're bringing in Grover Bradford from Airdrie, AB to speak about things that Dads and Sons go through. We'll also be making a lot of bacon. Don't miss out!</li>
<li><a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=207" target="_blank">Daughter's Day</a> - May 27th. This is a special day to honour those amazing girls in our lives whether they're 5 years old or 50. Join us from 10:30am to 6pm to celebrate the women in our lives.</li>
<li>Tough Camper Run - June 9th. We're starting a new thing here at camp! Our newest Fundraising Event - our Tough Camper Run is a fun 1, 3, or 5km obstacle race for individuals, youth, or the whole family. Information on how to register and raise support for camp will be going up next week!</li>
<li><a href="https://www.camp-evergreen.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&amp;id=210" target="_blank">AGM/Open House</a> - June 23rd. If you find yourself telling people about Evergreen and how they should really check it out - chances are good that you also consider yourself an "Evergreener". We would likely call you an <i>Ambassador</i> for camp - someone who has experienced life change at camp and wants others to find it also. If this sounds like you - you should really check out our AGM that runs from 9am-12pm on June 23rd. Following the AGM is our totally free, totally awesome Open House. Activities will be open to the public and will conclude with a free BBQ. Invite your friends and show them why Evergreen is so amazing!</li>
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That's it for now. Remember...check in next week when we announce the Tough Camper Run!<br />
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