Date: June 25 to 27, 2010
Location: Camp Pringle, Shawnigan Lake, BC
We had a gorgeous weekend last year and many stayed till late Sunday afternoon. Registration has opened for this very popular camp for the whole congregation. The new Branter building will be ready for us and Camp Pringle’s new construction projects are coming along well. This year’s theme is “Butterfly”. is there some aspect of the camp with which you could assist: campfire, crafrts, games, recreation, program, canoeing, waterslides, infant care, kitchen help, music, etc. To register, please download a copy of the registration form and mail or bring it to the church office.
First+Met Congregational Camp Information
Camp Registration Time!!
Here we are! We are already making plans for our 8rth Annual First+Met Congregational Camp for June 25th to 27th. We had 145 people attending last year. This year we are anticipating new Branter lodge, newly built 12 rooms. Families are already signed up and some people even booked at the end of last year’s camp! We are looking forward to hearing from you. Although the deadline is early June, we suggest you register ASAP. If you have any questions, contact the church office.
Camp Fee and Meals
This year Camp fee is: Adults $50.00, Children & Youth $25.00, Preschoolers $10.00 2 yr and under( no cost) (2 nights accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 supper, 4 snacks, program activities).
*Those coming just for Saturday bring $20 per adult (if you are coming for both lunch & supper & fun). If you don’t stay for supper the cost will be $15 for adult. Youth & Children $10 for with or without meals) Preschoolers ( no cost).
Please prepay at the church office in order for us to know the numbers for meals. (registration form)
Directions
Camp Pringle is located on the west side of Shawnigan Lake, next door to the Provincial Park. It is 45 to 60 minutes from Victoria. Turn off to Shawnigan Lake just 2 km past the Petro Canada gas station on the Trans Canada highway. Continue 6 km until you see the sign telling you to take the left road. Camp Pringle is just 7 km further. Camp phone: 250-743-2189 if you are lost.
A few rules & regulations which Camp Pringle asks us to observe.
- No pets, *No firearms*, No alcohol or illegal substances
- All telephone calls to be made from the pay phone located in the kitchen in Spencer Hall
- Waterfront including canoes to be used only when lifeguards are present
- At waterfront, keep children close by
First+Met Safety. We have our First+Met medical team (doctors & nurses) available on site.
Campers checklist
Soap & facecloth Toothbrush & paste Flashlight Long pants
Towel Casual clothes Shorts Sweatshirt
Warm clothes Rain gear Underwear & socks Running shoes
Water/beach shoes Swimsuit Hat Sleeping bag & pillow
Sunscreen Bug Spray Musical Instrument A smile
**Lawn chairs Your favourite cereal (if you need)- We have hot breakfast….Skit prop
** We would also welcome contributions of squares, brownies, chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, carrot cake, date squares, chocolate cake, muffins and rice crispy cakes, etc. Due to possible allergies, please no peanut butter. If you have some special pickles or jams, they would be nice as well.
Please also bring along your musical instruments and any ideas you might have for entertainment and skits for the variety show. We would like each cabin to be responsible for providing at least one part of our entertainment for the evening!
This years’ theme is “Butterfly” Please start to come up with your cabin name with this theme.
Draft Schedule June 25-27,2010
All campers please attend events in bold letters
Friday Evening: June 25
6:30 Settle in.
7:30 Gathering – introductions, house keeping, tour of site, naming own cabin
8:30 Mug up & Campfire
9:30 Food special needs gathering
9:45 Children leave
10:30 Head to Bed ( Youth G7 and up till 11:30 gathering)
11:00 Quiet Time
Saturday: June 27
7:45 Morning Watch (individual)
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Gathering
10:15 Options – Water Slides, hike, games, crafts, music,challenge courses :
Low Ropes ( 8-15 yr – till 12:15, $5.00) free time, etc.
11:00 Toddlers (2-4yr) child care till noon
12:15 Lunch
1:00 Waterfront activities till 5:00 swim, canoe, sailing boat, sand castle,
Climbing Wall $5.00 (1:30-2:30 8yr and older) (2:30-3:30 5yr-7yr.)
3:00 Snack
3:00 Options: water front activities/ crafts/music/nap/free time,
Amazing race (4:30 – 5:30)
4:00 3-5yr child care till 5:00
5:00 Toddlers (2-4 yr) child care, variety show prep time
6:00 Supper
7:00 Variety show
8:30 Mug up & Campfire
9:30 Younger Children leave for bed
10:00 Camp fire at the Beach after Candlelight Vespers (older children & adults)
10:45 Head to Bed (Youth G7 & up- 12:00)
11:00 Quiet Times
Sunday: June 28
7:45 Morning Watch (individual)
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Intergenerational Sunday Worship
10:00 Packing /clean up
11:00 Free Time
12:00 Lunch: instructions for leaving/staying etc. – Official Goodbyes
1:00 Water Front
5:00 Water Front ends