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Summer Camp Schedule 2009
Brochure (pdf)
Click Here for REGISTRATION OPTIONS
Note Sunday-Saturday Schedule for weeks 6, 7 & 8!
Explorers: Entering 2nd - 3rd grade
Entering 2-3 rd grades
At last you're ready to spend a week at camp! Your counselor will help you grow in your faith and help you with camp activities such as: playing games, creek walking, splashing around in the pool, hiking, singing, and doing Bible Encounters centered on the love of Jesus Christ. New this year: you and your cabin will have the opportunity to follow the example of Jesus and serve one another, fellow campers, and camp! Not quite ready to stay the whole week? You have the option to come for half the week, which ends on Wednesday morning at 9:30. So get ready to listen up !
July 19-25, July 26-August 1, August 2-8. Cost $365 ($245 ½ week).
Pathfinders: Entering 4th - 6th grade
Entering 4-6 th grades
Get ready for a whole week of adventures at camp! You can enjoy swimming, creek walking, camping out, low ropes, hiking, campfires, outrageous skits, meaningful Bible Encounters, and singing fun songs! This summer: as you learn about what it means to serve through Christ, you will have a chance to serve in the community at Mt. Cross. Mt. Cross is known for our ability to facilitate small groups, come build friendships with your cabin mates that will last a lifetime. If excitement is what you're looking for, then Mt. Cross is the place to be to plug in!
July 19-25, July 26-August 1, August 2-8. Cost: $365
Tree Toppers: Entering 4th - 6th grade
Entering 4-6 th grades
Come up in a tree with Zacchaeus so you too can hear what Jesus has to say. Don't just camp under the redwoods when you can stay up in the redwoods! As a Tree Topper you get all of the perks of staying at camp with the bonus of sleeping in the redwoods. Tree Toppers will also enjoy water balloon volleyball, singing, slip and slide, swimming, games, hiking, challenge course, reading God's word, and many other activities. This year: as you learn through the example of Jesus what it means to serve, you will have the chance to serve those in our camp community. Get ready for a week that will be filled with lots of excitement!
July 19-25, July 26-August 1, August 2-8. Cost: $365
Trailblazers: 7th & 8th grade
Entering 7-9th grades
Whether coming back to camp or coming for the first time, it's time to turn it up! You'll enjoy a little of everything our site has to offer; campouts, swimming, games, hiking, creek walks, challenge course and more. All campers will have the opportunity to experience the following special things just for Trailblazers: High Ropes - you'll have the chance to play on high ropes elements like our climbing tower and swing; Servant Project - where you'll have a FUN opportunity to learn the importance of serving one another; and a Beach Day - this day you and your team of counselors will journey to a local state beach via city bus where you'll have a chance to play with your friends at the beach and catch a wave! The great thing about Trailblazers is while doing all these fun and adventurous activities, you'll have the chance to turn up your faith by encountering God in new ways and through people you'll never forget.
July 19-25, July 26-August 1, August 2-8. Cost: $375.
Sea+Sand+Serve
Entering 7-12 th grades
If your ultimate summer camp experience involves the beach, kayaking, bonfires, and learning more about God then this is it! You'll have the chance to get connected to the local community while camping out at Christ Lutheran Church in Aptos, playing on the beach, cooking out over a camp stove, tackling a local servant project and digging into God's word. Not to mention the opportunity to participate in the high ropes course on the first day of camp! Get connected to friends, Jesus, and creation!
Jr. Sea+Sand+Serve (7-9 th ): July 19-25, July 26-August 1, August 2-8. Cost: Cost $395
Sr. Sea+Sand+Serve (10-12 th ): July 12-17. Cost: $395. (Note program ends Friday)
Please note: we will be ocean kayaking instead of surfing.
Disciple (Previously Jr. Staff)
Entering 10-12 th
Have you ever thought of being a camp counselor? Do you want to grow as a Servant Leader? Do you want a chance to go behind the scenes and see what it takes to be a camp counselor? Then our new Disciple Program is just right for you! Our newly remodeled Disciple Program offers you a chance to be trained by our very own summer staff. You along with your cabin mates will have the chance to learn how to lead basic program elements such as Morning Worship, Bible Encounter, All Camp Game, Campfire and more. Your week will also include time spent on high ropes, team building, service projects and working with younger campers! Get ready to follow in Jesus' footsteps as a Disciple!
July 19-25, July 26-Aug 1, Aug 2-8 Cost: $375
Apprentice
Entering 11th-12th
If you have already plugged into our Jr. Staff Program (now Disciple) and feel that you are ready to learn more about what it means to be a camp counselor then the Apprentice Program was made just for you! This THREE WEEK program is designed to use and build on the skills you learned as a Jr. Staff. You will be placed in a cabin and work side by side with a summer staff counselor as you mentor campers. There is a high level of responsibility involved in this program and a lot to learn, but it is also a huge opportunity to use your God given gifts in a meaningful way! Come make new friends and grow in your faith!
Requirements: Complete one session of Jr. Staff Program (now Disciple) and be at least 16 years old by the first day of session. Fill out the on-line application and provide one refernce (pastor/church leader/youth worker). For the safety of all campers, Apprentice applicants must be approved by the Program Director and may be subject to a background check.
Application: Download and e-mail your completed application to program@mtcross.org with apoprentice application in the subject line or mail to PO Box 387 Felton, CA 95018
July 19 - August 8 (three weeks) Cost: $560
No-Worries Weekend!
Cost: $50 per weekend
If you're a camper at Mt. Cross and you would like to come to camp for more than one week in a row, you now have the opportunity to stay the weekend between! You will spend an extra night at Mt. Cross allowing you to be ready to start your second week without going home!! Meals and Supervision will be provided!! Parents, YES it's true, we'd love to have our kids for not one but TWO weeks!! Contact the Mt. Cross office for registration.
Other Summer Camping Experiences
Family and Friends Camp
Do you want a chance to get away from the routine of life? Family camp is a great time to tune in to your family as you spend a week in the redwoods. Single? Let us be your family! This is a fun time filled with camp activities like hiking, challenge course, crafts, Bible encounters, campfires and times of worship. Plus free time to relax and unwind in God's beautiful creation. Join the Mt. Cross staff and other families from around the area for this time of pure family fun!
June 28- July 3. Cost: $165/person, children 5 and under free.
Campgrounds Available during Family Camp!
Grab your tents, RV's or what ever you like to camp with and come to Mt. Cross for a week of excitement. You can plug into the Mt. Cross Family Camp as much or as little as you'd like!!! But why would you want to miss great meals and programming???? Sign up NOW, space is limited!!!
June 28-July 3 . Cost w/meals and programming $95/person, children 5 and under free
Special Friends: Adults-18 years old and older
Adults 18 and over
This program is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities. Campers are matched with staff and volunteers for a week full of activities. You'll enjoy recreational activities outside, swimming, craft projects, campfires, singing and a chance listen to Jesus. You'll also have the opportunity to visit Roaring Camp Railroad. Come and enjoy a week in the Redwoods!!!
June 14-19, June 21-26. Cost: $575.
have a chance to visit Roaring Camp Railroad! Come and enjoy a week in the redwoods!
Lutheran Outdoor Ministries - Northcoast has been providing life-affirming and faith-building outdoor camp experiences for youth in northern California for more than a quarter of a century. Come find out what has made Blue Slide Camp such a unique, inviting, and renewing experience for youth and for families over the past two decades. Our “Family Camp” provides a weekend of relaxation, celebration, feasting, singing, prayer, and spiritual renewal with workshops led by skilled presenters as well as plenty of time for rest and recreation. Bring your tent, RV, or share one of the dormitory style cabins with another family or two. Youth Camp at Blue Slide is an experience of welcoming community, non-stop fun, fabulous food, campfire singing, stories, laughter, friends you will never forget, and energetic counselors who come with fantastic Christian attitude! Open to all youth entering fourth through twelfth grades in the fall.
ATTENTION YOUTH GROUPS
Youth Group Options listed below here, GROUPS MUST REGISTER AS A WHOLE GROUP, not for individulal camper registration
"Extreme Fun, Extreme Action, Extreme Faith!"
Jr. High Extreme Camp: Jr. High Youth Groups, entering 7-9th grade
Jr. High Youth Groups, entering 7-9 th grades
EXTREME FUN, EXTREME ACTION, EXTREME FAITH! Extreme is a week long adventure program, to help your group grow in their faith while taking part in activities around the Santa Cruz Mountains and Monterey Bay . We will take a look at our faith through service projects, Bible Encounters, challenge course, surfing, ocean kayaking, hanging out at the beach, and everyday camp fun! EXTREME FUN is waiting for YOU!!!
July 5-10 (other weeks available upon request). Cost: $395 campers, $195 adults .
Click here for the Extreme program Registration guide
Special Friends Servants: High School Youth Groups
This is a weeklong servant event designed to pair High School youth with developmentally disabled campers. Activities during the week include worship, hikes, swimming, sports, a trip to Roaring Camp Railroad, and making new friends while growing spiritually. This servant event offers individuals an opportunity to learn valuable leadership skills while forming a close community with others at camp. This week will leave impressions on your heart that will last forever!
June 14-19, June 21-26. Cost: $250/ person
Click here for Special Friends Servants registration guide.
Junior High Youth Gathering
Join us for 4th annual program, the District Junior High Youth Gathering for the LCMS!
Cost: TBA
We are all searching for our iDentity and we can find it in God's Word. Come join us for the 4th annual Junior High District Youth Gathering, as we discover Christ's iDentity while finding our place in Him! THe California - Nevada - Hawaii District will be hosting the event at Mt. Cross on July 5-9. We can't wait for you to join us for fun games, an amazing guest speaker, special high ropes for current 8th graders, hiking, cabin time, great music, and many more activities! New this year: extra day, game room, and breakout sessions! Pleaes check http://www.cnhjrdyg.org for registration, updates, pictures from last year and so much more! Come find out more about your iDentity in Christ!
July 5-9
Adventures on the Coast: Youth Groups
Cost: Call for price
Looking for a unique experience for your youth group? According to the Webster Dictionary Adventure is defined as an exciting and unusual experience. This is your chance to custom design your dream week with Mt. Cross Ministries. Groups can choose from backpacking, challenge course, surfing, kayaking, service projects and many more options. Whatever your adventure experience it with Mt. Cross . Contact the Mt. Cross office for more information, or check out our special website.
http://www.mtcross.org/trips.php
Call early to plan a week for this program: we custom fit it to you and your group!
CONFIRMATION CAMP
Group Leaders - Click here for the Confirmation Info Packet
Charis: Confirmation Groups
Charis is a Greek word that means grace, gift, and thankfulness. At Charis, each youth group works with their own pastors, sponsors, and designated counselors during morning sessions. This experience provides confirmation groups the opportunity to grow closer together through Bible study, activities, games, and special projects. The remainder of the time is spent in cabin groups doing regular camp activities.
Shalom: Confirmation Groups
SHALOM :
Sharing, Healing, Affirmation, Love, Oneness, and Mission – these themes guide the confirmation group through an amazing week of new relationships and learning experiences. Youth groups, pastors, sponsors, and counselors work together to provide a time of sharing and growing.
July 12-17. Cost: Campers- $365, Adults- $190.
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