Aldersgate Summer Camp

2010

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Mountaineers Base Camp Ages121314

(Check out the Adventure Packages for a week with a TWIST!)

Meet New Friends

What better way to meet lots of new friends from all over the northeast than to come and spend a week at Aldersgate! Each day you will have the chance to try something new while playing games, getting wet at the beach, investing in relationships, and growing closer to God. During your week at camp, you will have the opportunity to sign up for and participate in over 30 different activities. Our goal is to give you an action packed week of excitement of your choice.

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Mountaineers Adventure Packages

In addition to your Adventure Package, you’ll still have plenty of time to create your own schedule with your favorite Base Camp activities.

Adirondack Amazing Race Overnight Adventure

Here’s a ONE DAY/OVERNIGHT adventure that will keep you thinking. Start by setting up camp at the Hogan site. Physical, mental, social and spiritual challenges will then disclose the key to the next phase of the race. Canoeing, hiking, climbing, and investigating are just a few of the activities you will dabble in to complete your amazing journey.

Adirondack Fishing

Spend the majority of your days fishing in lakes, streams and rivers, while learning the art of fishing with artificial bait. Tie flies and learn how to fish with them. Guys and gals are welcome to this exciting adventure!

Boots & Saddles

This one is for horse lovers. For novice and beginning riders as well as those who ride infrequently. visit the stables four times to ride Western and learn basic horsemanship, tack care, grooming, saddles, and cleaning the barn. This program focuses on the basics: saddling, walking, and trotting. Learn some horse science too.

NEW!Hammock Hut Overnight Wilderness Adventure

Deep into the wilderness we will go with our pod hammocks, complete with mosquito netting and canopies. You will discover God’s amazing creation while hiking, identifying plants and animals, cooking over a fire, hanging out (literally) with friends, and sleeping under the stars.

NEW!Jr. Vet Tech

Llamas, Rabbits & Goats...oh my! You will have opportunities to study, socialize and work with the animals of Aldersgate’s herd. Learn new skills as a Jr. vet and work along with the local veterinarian who will visit for a day to teach us some tricks of the trade. You will help feed, handle and care for the animals during your stay at camp. Enjoy!

NEW!Llama Led Wilderness Expedition

A one day adventure into the wilderness, accompanied by Aldersgate’s gentle and curious llamas will lead you into a deeper appreciation for our Creator’s unending love for us. While hiking, you will have time for a meal cooked over a fire and a woodsman craft.

Motor Madness

An adventure for those of you who like motors and engines. Discover your share of classic sets of wheels, race go-carts, maneuver remote controlled boats and cars, and take home your own radio control car!

Native American

An adventure that takes you through a week of walking the paths of American Indian nations. Learn from their history, wisdom, and lore what it means to be a Christian Native American. Learn about nature, make crafts, dig at the archaeological site, cook over the open flame, and still have time for Base Camp activities. Explore how God worked long ago and how He works in your life today.

Mountaineer Activities

Each Mountaineer will have the opportunity to pick from the following activities, and more...

Boating - aqua trampoline - swimming - canoeing - boating - funyak - creek stomping - tubing - Challenge Course - arts and crafts - clay jewelry - bead crafts - lanyards - wet felting - nature crafts - leather craft - painting - clay sculpting - Fabric painting - tie dyeing -beading - t-shirt design - Bog study - nature hikes - plant and tree identification - wildlife investigation - wilderness survival - star gazing - night hikes - boots, nets & fun! Christian girl’s tips to being your best! Nails - hair - fashion - manners - pajama party - tea parties - journaling - animal care - volleyball - basketball - flag football - baseball - cheerleading - bug boxes - tool boxes - walking sticks - checker boards - designing camp worship – music - dance - softball - soccer - kickball - digglers - Frisbee - wacky games - archery

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