Welcome to SPIRIT in the PINES Camp!

Youth Camp Volunteers

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FAMILY WORK WEEKENDS
Camp Opening
May 2-4

Memorial Weekend
May 23-26

Camp Closing
October 10-12

These scheduled times during the spring and fall offer a great chance for families to fellowship with friends old and new, while accomplishing needed tasks at camp. There are jobs for all ages and abilities. No cost to attend. Meals are on your own, with potlucks too. Sign up early, as weekends do fill.

Click here for a registration form

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Work Project Volunteers

NEW CABINS!!

Members of St. Andrew Church register beginning on:
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Registration from 3:00pm - 5:00pm
At St. Andrew in Eden Prairie, Fellowship Hall

Non-Members of St. Andrew register beginning on:
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Registration from 3:00pm - 5:00pm
At St. Andrew in Eden Prairie, Fellowship Hall

1. Complete one registration form for each camp and attach deposit. Separate checks per registration, please. Make checks payable to “St. Andrew Lutheran Church” and write the camper’s name and camp date on the check front.



2. Registrations will be received on a first come first served basis.



3. Bring your completed registrations & deposits to the Camp Table in the narthex at St. Andrew, or mail to:


     St. Andrew Lutheran Church
     Attn: Camp Registrar
     13600 Technology Drive
     Eden Prairie, MN 55344

For questions and to check camp availability
Call Burke Hancer at 952-937-2776 ext 16 (before June 1)
Call Camp Registrar at 952-937-2776 ext 67 (after June 1)

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† Shortly after registration, you will receive a confirmation letter via email confirming camp session, deposit received, balance due, and forms & payment due date.

† For Youth Camps, you will receive a Parent/Camper Handbook in April, with all forms and details of camp. If your child’s most recent physical exam was before June 1, 2006, you must see your doctor prior to attending camp. Now is a good time to make the appointment. All forms and final payments are due to St. Andrew by May 15.

†Family Camp final payments are due one month before camp. You will receive a letter prior to camp giving cabin assignment and all the details of camp, including packing suggestions and camp schedule.

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• Health Evaluation Form
• Immunization Record & Copy of Insurance Card
• Asthma Questionnaire (if needed)
• Cabinmate Request Card
• Final Payment
• Change in Transportation Form (if needed)

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Any group larger than four people will be split into smaller sized groups. We do this because large groups of good friends can be very domineering and are less likely to break out and meet new people and make new friends. We will then take these smaller groups and form cabins of 6 to 10 (with an average camper to counselor ratio of 8:1). Every effort will be made to make sure every camper feels good about the cabin they are placed in. Remember camp is about experiencing and sharing the love of God through Jesus in a variety of ways. Meeting new people and making new friends is one of those ways.

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Camp Cost and Payments
The 2008 resident camping fee for campers at SPIRIT IN THE PINES is as follows (grade completed as of June 2008):

Final payments are due by May 15. Please write a separate check for each camper. Make checks payable to St. Andrew Lutheran Church, and write the camper's name & camp name in the memo portion of the check. (Please write separate checks for Family Camp, BWCA, Mission Trips, etc.)

Camp Scholarship Policy
Camp scholarships are available to all in need of assistance and are given on an ability to pay basis that range from $25.00 to a full scholarship. If a scholarship is needed, please complete a Scholarship Request Form and return to Camping Minister Burke Hancer. Click here to print a form. You can reach Burke by phone at 937-2776 ext.16. The request for a scholarship must be made before your camper's assigned week at camp. All scholarship information will be kept confidential.

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Health Evaluation Form
Please complete both sides of the form, including the "Consent for Non-prescription Medications" and sign it. A 2008 Health Evaluation Form must be completed for each camper. Please attach to the Health form (1) a copy of your child's Immunization Record, and (2) a copy of the Insurance Card, both sides. This is due to St. Andrew, Attention Camp Registrarby May 15.
Click here to print a copy of the 2008 Health Evaluation Form.

The Immunization Record is a copy of your child's immunizations, to date. A current copy can be requested from your doctor's office, or you can photocopy your personal records. St. Andrew does not provide a "form" to record the immunizations.

A Physical examination is required every 2 years. If your last physical was before June 1, 2006, you must see your doctor prior to attending camp. A copy of the examination does not need to be included with the Health Evaluation Form.

Non-Prescription Medication
Under the supervision of the Camp Health Care Volunteer or Camping Minister, over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol are available to campers if needed during camp. Please sign the Consent for Non-Prescription Medication section on the Health Evaluation Form and check all appropriate items for your camper's needs. It is not necessary to bring over the counter medications to camp. The following over-the-counter medications are stocked and available in the camp health office.

Tylenol, Advil, Imodium A-D , Cough Suppressant, Pepto-Bismol, Cold Medication, Tums, Benadryl, Throat Lozenges

Medications
For the safety of all campers and in accordance with Minnesota Department of Health Guidelines, all medications must be given to the Camp Registrar at the time of check-in. At check-in, a Camp Health Care Volunteer will collect the medication, and receive the dosage schedule and any special instructions from the parent/guardian. At camp, the Health Care Volunteer, or the Camping Minister, will administer all medications.

All medication must be clearly marked with the camper's name, dose instructions, and in the original container. We will not dispense prescriptions in someone else's name or on a different dose schedule unless there is a signed note from the parent stating those changes. A note must accompany all non-prescription medications stating the conditions for their use.

All illness or injury beyond general first aide will be referred to local clinic or hospital personnel. Parents will be contacted by the Camp Health Care Volunteer or the Camping Minister if any outside care is needed.

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Special Diet
If your camper requires a special diet or has food allergies, please notify the camp registrars at St. Andrew by May 15. The camp will then make the appropriate arrangements.

Needs, Issues & Concerns
At Spirit in the Pines, one of our goals is to provide the best camping experience to each and every camper. An experience that teaches and shares the Good News of Jesus, that builds confidence and self esteem, that provides a safe, nurturing and caring environment for friendships, fun, and laughter.

With this in mind, it is important that you as a parent or guardian communicate any questions, concerns, or special needs you might have about your child to the Camping Minister and/or the camp registrars as soon as possible before your child's assigned week at camp. These concerns and special needs for your camper might include homesickness, bedwetting, anger/behavior issues, friends, health related issues, loss of a loved one, etc. All details will be handled with sensitivity and compassion by the Camping Minister and his staff and will be kept confidential.

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Packing for Camp
Campers are allowed a pillow, sleeping bag and one suitcase or large duffel bag. Campers can bring a small backpack onto the bus with items such as a book that will keep them occupied on the ride to camp. All items brought to camp should be labeled with the camper's name.

PLEASE LEAVE I-PODS, GAME BOYS, CELL PHONES, ETC. AT HOME. SPIRIT in the PINES is not responsible for loss or damage, and if brought to camp, Staff is directed to store them and return them on the last day of camp.

"Groceries" will not be allowed in the cabins. Care packages should be reasonable.

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Leaving for Camp
We invite you to attend worship as a family on Sunday at 9:00am or 10:30am either before or after your camper departs for camp. Campers will check-in just inside the main doors of the church. Campers receive their name tag, medications will be collected and luggage loaded onto the buses. The camp registrars will be available to answer questions and assist you in any way. Air-conditioned coach buses will leave from the St. Andrew parking lot approximately ½ hour after check-in begins. If a camper is ill or will be delayed the day of departure, please call the church office as soon as possible at 937-2776 ext. 67 to report the camper's absence or delay. Check-in and departure times are as follows: (grade completed as of June 2008)

Change of Transportation
If your camper's transportation to or from camp is other than by the bus provided, you must notify us verbally and in writing by completing a Change in Transportation Form. Click here to print a form. Forms will also be available at check-in. When picking your child up from camp, please check in with the camp staff in the office and sign them out. When driving your child to or from camp, please do your best to arrive at camp close to when the buses arrive. Supervision is not available before camp starts or after the buses leave camp.

Buses arrive to camp at approximately 12:45pm for Way Walkers and Son Searchers--June & July sessions, OR 3:15pm for Son Searchers--August session, Faith Finders and Spirit Seekers. ALL camps depart for home at approximately 1:30pm.

For safety reasons, the bus will be unable to stop at any point to pick up, or drop off campers on the way to or from camp.

Returning from Camp
All campers will arrive from SPIRIT IN THE PINES at approximately 4:45 pm at St. Andrew. Parents should be in the church parking lot by 4:30 p.m. to welcome the bus as it arrives. If an emergency arises that will prevent you from picking up your child on time, please call the church office with that information. We will then inform and reassure your child that you are on your way. Please be prompt when picking up your child! A great time at camp can turn into a big disappointment if there is no one there to greet them from the bus when they return home.

You are Invited . . .
We enthusiastically invite you to either drop off or pick up your child at camp so you can meet the camp staff and look around this special place together. Remember to notify the Camp Registrars of your plans.

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2008 Daily Camp Schedule (2nd - 7th Grade*) - Approximate Times

7:00 am.	Polar Bear Club - an early morning dip for the adventuresome.
7:30 am.	Wake Up - not too early, but not too late. There is a lot to do!
8:00 am.	Morning Worship - singing & scripture, a great way to start the day!
8:15 am.	Morning Flag - the Pledge of Allegiance and a little stretching.
8:20 am.	Breakfast - good, healthy food and great friends. What a start!
9:00 am.	Cabin Clean-up - the cleanest cabins at camp win a prize!
10:00 am.	Bible Study - learn about God with new friends and a staff person.
11:00 am.	Options - canoeing, paddleboats, basketball, crafts, nature, games, and more.
12:15 pm.	Lunch - more great food, mail call, and maybe a stunt or two!
1:00 pm.	Quiet Time - taking it easy in your cabin. Write letters, journal, or nap.
1:30 pm.	Sports & Swim I - ½ play terrific games and ½ are at the beach.
2:30 pm.	Canteen - buy your favorite snacks, pop, a T-shirt, and more!
3:00 pm.	Sports & Swim II - time to switch activities from Sports & Swim I.
4:00 pm.	Group Building - Team building and problem solving games.
5:00 pm.	Dinner - surprise themes and more stunts - watch your elbows!
6:30 pm.	All Camp Activity - the coolest games, a talent show & more!
7:30 pm.	Canteen - last chance for a healthy late night treat.
8:00 pm.	Campfire - awesome songs, meaningful talks, and worship around a fire with a beautiful sunset.
9:00 pm.	Wash-up - time to brush your teeth and get ready for bed.
9:25 pm.	Cabin Devotions - a special time with your counselor, friends & staff.
10:00 pm.	Lights Out - time to hit the hay to get ready for another day!

Each day will be a great adventure with friends old and new. Plus, there will be several surprises each week! 6th & 7th grade camps include several late night activities. *8th & 9th grade camp schedule is modified to include new and different activities, but includes similar core elements.

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1. Stay on the campgrounds. Why would you want to leave?
2. Please treat everyone with respect using kind words and actions.
3. Please respect the camp's and your cabin mate's property.
4. Remember that one bell, one whistle, one yell, one of anything means quiet. Simple, but important.
5. Please wear proper shoes (not clogs or sandals) for hiking and athletics. Clogs or sandals may be worn at other times.
6. Please do not bring cell phones, pagers, or 2-way radios to camp. CD/MP3 players or Game Boys may be used on the bus ride to and from camp only. If brought to camp, these items will be stored during the week, however, Spirit in the Pines Camp is not responsible for loss or damage. Please think twice about bringing expensive equipment or clothes to camp. We recommend leaving expensive items at home.
7. Please do not pack food, beverages or gum.
8. Campers and counselors are not allowed in opposite gender cabins or on their porches at any time. There are a lot of other places to hang out and talk. Everyone needs his/her own space.
9. The waterfront is under strict lifeguard supervision. All swimmers will use the "buddy system". All boaters will wear a life preserver. Everyone will obey the lifeguard's directions!
10. Guns, knives, alcohol, tobacco products, fireworks, illegal drugs or anything that may be harmful to your child or others is strictly forbidden at camp and will cause the camper to be sent home immediately at the parent's expense.
11. Any improper, disruptive behavior and/or language will not be tolerated and will be handled quickly by the Camping Minister. There is a 3 strike policy for failure to follow the camp rules.
       - 1st strike - Camper will talk with the camping minister.
       - 2nd strike - Parents will be called.
       - 3rd strike - Parents will come and pick up their camper.

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Camp Offering:
At the final Campfire Worship each session, we will be taking a special offering for the ministry of SPIRIT in the PINES. Please prayerfully consider your gift. If sending a check, please make it out to St. Andrew.

Crafts:
Items will range from FREE to $3.00. Each camper will have the opportunity to go to the Craft Center at least once during their camp session.

Canteen:
The canteen will be open twice each day and will be selling a variety of healthy snacks, candy, drinks, including diet/caffeine free beverages, clothing, and extras. There is a three-food item & one soda pop limit per day. This does not include clothing, stamps, and other non-food items.

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Care Packages: When sending care packages, simple is best. Too many foods/sweets have created health and allergy concerns in the cabins. With dessert offered at most meals and canteen available twice a day, campers have sufficient opportunity for snacks. Excessive amounts of food/sweets in care packages have caused stomach upsets that result in frequent visits to the health office, cleanliness issues in the cabins, as well as behavior and sleep disruption. For all of these reasons, the camp staff is asking for your voluntary compliance with the following rule: No food, beverages gum, or candy is to be included in care packages. Your child will appreciate your creativity and thoughtfulness in sending non-food treats!

Address all mail to:
    SPIRIT in the PINES
    "Your Camper's Name"
    2973 Co. Rd. 45 NW
    Hackensack, MN 56452

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In case of an emergency, SPIRIT in the PINES telephone number is 218-675-5646. An answering machine will be used the entire day and will be checked often for messages when we are unable to answer the phone. You can also call Burke's cell phone if necessary: 612-239-1212.

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Camp Curriculum
Each day at camp will be jam packed with laughter, learning, singing and fun. Small group Bible Study will be led by a staff person. The campers will learn about God's love in a wide variety of ways and settings in God's wonderful creation.

Our goal at SPIRIT IN THE PINES is to provide a fun, safe, caring, and quality camping experience in a loving Christian community. Our hope is that each camper would have a "mountain top" experience in their journey of faith at camp.

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Camping Minister:
Burke Hancer
952-937-2776 ext. 16 at Church
218-675-5646 SPIRIT in the PINES (6/4 - 8/20)
612-239-1212 (cell phone)

Camp Registrars:
Sandy Perkins and Kathy Williams
952-937-2776 ext. 67

All camp messages left after church hours, please punch in ext. 67

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Click here for a printer-friendly version of the Wish List.

Here is an opportunity to support SPIRIT in the PINES Camp through donations. Designated monetary gifts are also welcome. Thank you for your continued support! Contact Camping Minister Burke Hancer at 952-937-2776 ext 16 bhancer@standrewlu.org

2008 New Cabin Needs
• 10 bunk beds to be built ($100 each)--GIVEN
• 20 mattresses to be purchased, special camp size ($115 each)
• 4 microwaves, college dorm size, 700 watt ($50 each)
• 4 coffee makers, 12-cup, Mr. Coffee type ($20 each)
• 4 mini refrigerators, 3.2 - 4.4 cu. size ($140 each)
• 4 sleeper sofas, full/queen size ($600 each)--1 GIVEN
• 7 twin-size mattresses, new or gently used--2 GIVEN
• 4 roll-paper dispensers to be purchased ($40 each)
• 8 ceiling fans to be purchased ($120 each)--GIVEN
• 10 shelving units 3’ x 3’ x 18” ($40)--GIVEN
• 4 dozen each: dinner plates, salad plates, bowls, glasses, to be purchased to match existing

2008 Camp Wish List
These items will be used throughout the camp:
• 6 full/queen sleeper sofas/futons--1 GIVEN
• 12 canoe paddles – 6 short, 6 regular
• 2 outboard motors, 6-10 horsepower
• 12 Life Jackets--vest style
• Trees to plant
• New dock, 70 - 80 foot
• 1-2 Paddleboats, 1-2 Canoes
• Dining hall phones, one upstairs & one down, wiring needed!
• Track lighting for dining hall lower level “stage area”--GIVEN
• Underdeck for screen porch
• 12 – 18 Portable fans for cabins
• 4 Ceiling fans for existing cabins--GIVEN
• 4 walkie talkies (12+ mile range)
• Desktop computer for camp office
• 250+ GB external hard drive
• 12 benches for dining hall to be built ($50 ea)
• 2 dining hall tables to be built to match existing ($250 ea)
• Weber Charcoal Grills, standard size
• Video Projector
• Vacuum Cleaners for Lodge
• Brooms/Dust Pans
• Anchor Rope, Anchors
• Portable Volleyball Set
• Used kitchen cupboards/cabinets--GIVEN
• Re-chargeable flashlights
• Log bench swings
• Heavy duty picnic tables
• Outdoor benches
• Golf Cart Utility Attachment
• Climbing Helmets to be purchased--4 lg/med, 4 med/sm--4 GIVEN
• Various tools and equipment - always needed

Arts & Crafts Supplies
• Assorted Yarn
• Crepe Paper – all colors
• Acrylic Paint – all colors
• Cross Stitch Floss – all colors
• White Tag Board
• Construction Paper--all colors
• Butcher Paper--all colors

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