Second Sunday: VK News You Can Use (November 2016)
Ministry:
Fall Work Weekend - October 21-23:A small but hardy crew gathered at Vanderkamp. Three buildings that won’t be in use when the snow flies were winterized. In the Fireplace Room and Commons restrooms, walls and windows were washed, rug shampooed and furniture polished. There was a lot of chatter about how much fun it is to clean at kamp as compared to cleaning at home. We shared in delicious meals, a combination of dish to pass and some prepared by kamp and those who stayed the night, Wii bowled in the evening! A great time was had by all and a lot was accomplished! Spring Work Weekend isApril 21st – 23rd, 2017
Fall Youth Retreat - October 28–30:For twenty some youth, fall festivities and Halloween fun were packed into one exciting weekend as Vanderkamp Center was bustling with kampers and staff enjoying all manner of activities. The retreat included scavenger hunts, character quests, kamp singalongs, and worship. Kampers were eager to don their costumes to trick-or-treat, carve pumpkins, make caramel popcorn balls, decorate cupcakes, and go for a nighttime hayride. The costume dance party was the highlight of the night!With the New Year’s Eve Retreat, just around the corner, all are anticipating seeing their friends again soon.
Upcoming Programs/Save the Dates:
Silent Auction: November 18 from 6:00-8:30pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Rt. 92 in Fayetteville. Bring your friends and enjoy fabulous food & entertainment,
while you bid on items of your choice, including a large variety of baskets, handmade items and gift certificates!
You can participate by:
Making a donation to be auctioned at the event - OR - Attending the event November 18.
Tickets are $20 per person.
This fundraiser supports program needs and kamperships for Summer Kamp 2017. The need continues each year!
Questions call:Linda Graves - 451-4944, Becki Harris - 696-6566, Bev Carrigan - 882-3175 or Lynn Myers - 457-4918
We look forward to seeing you there!
2ndSaturday:The next 2nd Saturday workdaywill be December10th from 1-5 pm.Volunteers will gather at VK to work on a variety of projects. Please RSVP by 5 pm Wednesday December7th by phone or email so we may plan accordingly.
New Year’s Youth Retreat: December 30th – January 1st- online registration is open, and details are available online.Visit website for additional information and to register.
Upcoming Programs/Save the Dates Continued:
Winter Kamp: New for 2017 - Sunday February 19 – Friday February 24 for youth ages 7-17
Don’t have plans for winter break? Just can’t wait for summer? Plan to join us for Winter Kamp. In early December, online registration will open and details will be available online. Visit website for additional information and to register.
Facilities Update:
We are looking for volunteers:
- through the fall to complete Frank Roof before snow flies
- to help with housekeeping and cleaning
- to help with tree branch clean up from logging and recent storm damage
Fall Appeal:
We are truly blessed to have the support of so many in fulfillment of Vanderkamp’s outdoor ministry and our mission. We experience the power of the Lord at Vanderkamp through the people we meet and the stories they share. We ask that you prayerfully consider an end of year contribution or pledge of financial support over the next year to ensure Vanderkamp’s continued success. Appeal letters were sent out, please contact us if you did not receive one or you can go online to make your gift. Go to and click on “Support Vanderkamp” then “donate online”.
Volunteering:
Urgent needs:
- VK Ambassadors: be the liaison between VK and your church!
- Committee Members (Personnel, Finance, Development, Program, Property, Public Relations)
- Facilities (see above)
Looking Forward:
- Summer Kamp (Kamp Chaplains, Health Directors, Cabin Mentors). It’s not too early to start thinking about next summer. 1st come, 1st choice of kamp session to volunteer. Kamper of your choice attends free for each week you donate! Can be same week or any week thereafter throughout summer 2017 season.
Please email Martha Lacy at if you can help or would like more information.
Contact Us:
Main Office Phone: (315) 675-3651
Website:
Email:
Facebook message: Vanderkamp Center
Second Sunday: VK News You Can Use (November 2016)
Ministry:
Fall Work Weekend - October 21-23: A small but hardy crew gathered at Vanderkamp. Three buildings that won’t be in use when the snow flies were winterized. In the Fireplace Room and Commons restrooms, walls and windows were washed, rug shampooed and furniture polished. There was a lot of chatter about how much fun it is to clean at kamp as compared to cleaning at home. We shared in delicious meals, a combination of dish to pass and some prepared by kamp and those who stayed the night, Wii bowled in the evening! A great time was had by all and a lot was accomplished! Spring Work Weekend is April 21st – 23rd, 2017
Fall Youth Retreat - October 28–30:For twenty some youth, fall festivities and Halloween fun were packed into one exciting weekend as Vanderkamp Center was bustling with kampers and staff enjoying all manner of activities. The retreat included scavenger hunts, character quests, kamp singalongs, and worship. Kampers were eager to don their costumes to trick-or-treat, carve pumpkins, make caramel popcorn balls, decorate cupcakes, and go for a nighttime hayride. The costume dance party was the highlight of the night!With the New Year’s Eve Retreat, just around the corner, all are anticipating seeing their friends again soon.
Upcoming Programs/Save the Dates:
Silent Auction: November 18 from 6:00-8:30pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Rt. 92 in Fayetteville. Bring your friends and enjoy fabulous food & entertainment,
while you bid on items of your choice, including a large variety of baskets, handmade items and gift certificates!
You can participate by:
Making a donation to be auctioned at the event - OR - Attending the event November 18.
Tickets are $20 per person.
This fundraiser supports program needs and kamperships for Summer Kamp 2017. The need continues each year!
Questions call:Linda Graves - 451-4944, Becki Harris - 696-6566, Bev Carrigan - 882-3175 or Lynn Myers - 457-4918
We look forward to seeing you there!
2nd Saturday: The next 2nd Saturday workday will be December 10th from 1-5 pm.Volunteers will gather at VK to work on a variety of projects. Please RSVP by 5 pm Wednesday December 7th by phone or email so we may plan accordingly.
New Year’s Youth Retreat: December 30th – January 1st - online registration is open, and details are available online. Visit website for additional information and to register.
Upcoming Programs/Save the Dates Continued:
Winter Kamp: New for 2017 - Sunday February 19 – Friday February 24 for youth ages 7-17
Don’t have plans for winter break? Just can’t wait for summer? Plan to join us for Winter Kamp. In early December, online registration will open and details will be available online. Visit website for additional information and to register.
Facilities Update:
We are looking for volunteers:
- through the fall to complete Frank Roof before snow flies
- to help with housekeeping and cleaning
- to help with tree branch clean up from logging and recent storm damage
Fall Appeal:
We are truly blessed to have the support of so many in fulfillment of Vanderkamp’s outdoor ministry and our mission. We experience the power of the Lord at Vanderkamp through the people we meet and the stories they share. We ask that you prayerfully consider an end of year contribution or pledge of financial support over the next year to ensure Vanderkamp’s continued success. Appeal letters were sent out, please contact us if you did not receive one or you can go online to make your gift. Go to and click on “Support Vanderkamp” then “donate online”.
Volunteering:
Urgent needs:
- VK Ambassadors: be the liaison between VK and your church!
- Committee Members (Personnel, Finance, Development, Program, Property, Public Relations)
- Facilities (see above)
Looking Forward:
- Summer Kamp (Kamp Chaplains, Health Directors, Cabin Mentors). It’s not too early to start thinking about next summer. 1st come, 1st choice of kamp session to volunteer. Kamper of your choice attends free for each week you donate! Can be same week or any week thereafter throughout summer 2017 season.
Please email Martha Lacy at if you can help or would like more information.
Contact Us:
Main Office Phone: (315) 675-3651
Website:
Email:
Facebook message: Vanderkamp Center