camp lifetree guide 2014

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THE UltimateSERVICE ANDLEADERSHIP CAMP EXPERIENCE

FOR TEENAGERS

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AT CAMP LIFETREE,TEENAGERS WILL

BE ENCOURAGED TO STEP INTO THE

FULLNESS OF WHO GOD CREATED THEM

TO BE. THEY WILL WALK AWAY WITH:

SERVICE EXPERIENCES

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS

MEMORIES OF FUN

A STRONGER RELATIONSHIP

WITH JESUS

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Here at Group Mission Trips and Groups Simply Youth Ministry, we understand our calling as the nations

most-trusted youth ministry resource provider. In 37 years of planning and leading Jesus-centered,

relational mission experiences for youth groups, more than 400,000 lives have been touched. Out

of that role, an important question arose: How can we make this kind of experience accessible to anyteenager, even if they arent going to camp with a youth group?

Our answer isCamp Lifetree.

Camp Lifetreejoins the forces of friendships, fun, and summer camp craziness with the challenge and

life-change of a mission trip to create what could be the most transformational week of your teenagers

life. At Camp Lifetreeyour teen will experience Gods unconditional love and acceptance

Leadership training and a choice of leadership labs that build on their strengths

Opportunities to discover their unique gifts and abilities while serving others

Spiritual guidance from highly qualified and trained staff and counselors

Its an opportunity unlike any other as teens spend a week connecting with Jesus and 400 like-minded

peers, having a ridiculous amount of fun, and changing the lives of others. Imagine all Jesus could do withthat experience in your teenagers life. Thats a snapshot of Camp Lifetree.

Thanks for taking the time to consider allowing us to spend a week with your teenager this upcoming

summer. It is truly an honor.

In Christ,

Isaac Bartholomew

Executive Director, Camp Lifetree

Our

Commitmentto You

Our Family of Service Opportunities

Learn more at groupmissiontrips.com


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WHAT YOULL FIND

6-7 Who is Camp Lifetreefor?

8-9 Why Camp Lifetree?

10-11 What is Camp Lifetree?

12-13 Service and Fun

14-15 Leadership and Character

16-17 Care

18-19 Crew Counselors and Staff

20-21 2015 Camp Locations

22-23 Cost and Pricing Plan

A SUPER-QUICK OverviewFOR YOU

WHO?

High School(14- to 18-year-olds)

WHY?

Your teenagers will develop as a leader and grow in

their relationship with Jesus and others before they

are off on their own in the real world.

WHAT?Camp Lifetreeis a service-oriented campwhere your

son or daughter will:

WHERE & WHEN?

Dubuque, IAUniversity of Dubuque:

June 21-27, 2015

Reading, PAAlvernia University:

July 5-11, 2015

serve otherswhile working on homes in need of repairdevelop their unique God-given leadership abilities have a blast while participating in team-building games and more

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WHO IS CAMP LIFETREEFOR?

Every aspect ofCamp Lifetreeis designed specifically for your son or

daughter. All 14- t0 18-year-old guys and girlsare invited to join an

incredible week with our dedicated counselors and a crew of others in

their own age group. From thedevotionalstowork projectstoteam-

building gamesand everything in between, each detail is geared toward the

specific needs and interests of teenagers so that they feel comfortable to

be themselves, whether its their first camp or their fifth.

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PARENTS, WE ARE WITH YOU...

They grow up so fast! At Camp Lifetree, we share your desire to help your

teenager develop as a leader and grow in their relationship with Jesus and

others before they are off on their own in the real world.

What we offer at Camp Lifetreeis

truly theonly experience of its kind.

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Your teenagerwill be encouraged to step into the fullness of who God created them to be.Mature, well-trained counselors and their crew journey through every aspect of the week with your

teenager. Each day starts and ends with a Jesus-centered program, and while theyre in the community

serving and doing fun activities, theyll be processing everything through the lens of engaging worship

and devotional times. Everything about Camp Lifetreeis designed to help teenagers see that

theres a unique God-given purpose for their life and walk away with a strengthened relationship

withJesus, life-changingserviceexperiences, and valuableleadershipskills they will carry forever.

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SERVE. LEAD. PLAY.

Camp Lifetreeis jam-packed with opportunities for service, leadership,

and fun. Heres a practical look at how it all fits into every day of camp!

A DAY AT CAMP LIFETREE

7:00am - 8:00am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast

8:00am - 8:30am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daily Kick-Off

8:30am - 11:30am . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serve at Worksites in Crews

11:30am - 12:30pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lunch and Devotionals

12:30pm - 3:00pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Worksites (continued)

3:30pm - 5:30pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leadership Labs / Games

6:00pm - 7:00pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dinner

7:30pm - 9:00pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theme Night Activity

9:00pm - 10:00pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . Evening Wrap-Up

10:00pm - 10:30pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crew Time

11:00pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights Out



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HOW DO CAMPERS SERVE?

Camp Lifetree isbuilt on meaningful and well-planned service experiences.

Work projects center around meeting a communitys greatest needs

and are organized with your son or daughter in mind. They will work in

their 6-person, same-gender crews to serve individuals and organizations

through projects like building wheelchair ramps, repairing porches and

steps, or painting houses.

At Camp Lifetree,campers eyes will be

opened to the needs all around them every

day, and they willbe inspiredto continueserving others in their own community.


Teenagers are

20%more likely to graduate from

college if theyve participated

in voluntary community

service compared to students

without such service

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THEYLL HAVE A BLAST

From the moment your son or daughter arrives at Camp Lifetree,they will be

surrounded by energy and fun. Team-building games, exciting themed-night activities,

and energetic counselors all contribute to the incredibly fun environment that is in

every part of Camp Lifetree. Yes, campers learn about service and leadership, but

they will also have a blast at the same time.


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AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME...

During their time at Camp Lifetree, teenagers will have many opportunities

to lead different aspects of the entire camp experience, highlighting their

gifts and abilities while contributing throughout the week. This may include

(but isnt limited to) worksite activities, programming the daily kick-offs and

wrap-ups, evening worship, and theme nights. They can also choose from

leadership labs to excel in areas such as creative arts, communication, and

character development.

On the worksites, campers will each have a specific role in which theyreresponsible for a key component of their crews activities. Roles include:

break-maker (responsible for food and drinks), devotion leader, organizer

(crew packet and first aid), progress reporter (helps ensure project is

completed on time), quartermaster (gathering supplies for worksite), and

work director (oversees worksite alongside crew counselor).

Your teenager will leave Camp Lifetreewith a Certificate of Completion

highlighting communty service hours and specific character and leadership

attributes that he or she has demonstrated.

learn more at camplifetree.comor call us at 866-276-5921

Leadership

Camp Lifetreeis infused with opportunities

for campers to grow in their leadership

skills through real-life service and practical

choices for personal growth.


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2015 CAMP THEME: REFRAME

With Reframeas the 2015 theme for Camp Lifetree, campers take a new

look at not only what Jesus did, but also where he chose to do it, and

what his actions and words mean for us today. Through a powerful faith-

and character-building week, campers will see Jesus in ways theyve

never experienced. Reframedevotionals and morning and evening

programs will help campers discover how to make Jesus the central

reference point of their lives. Through personal reflection and groupinteraction, your teenagers faith will grow.

Read ourstatement of faith atcamplifetree.com

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TAKING CARE OF YOUR SON OR

DAUGHTER IS OUR PRIORITY!

Safetyis a top priority of Camp Lifetree.The care of every camper is of utmost

importance. Staff and counselors create a safe environment in every aspect of Camp

Lifetree.Heres how:

Lodging:Campers stay in secure dormitories of colleges

located near the community where they will be serving.

Exclusive access for these facilities is given to Camp

Lifetree,and the dormitories can only be accessed by key

cards that are given to campers and staff (enhancing safety

and preventing campers from accessing dorms of the

opposite gender).

Food: Campers eat breakfast and dinner on location, while

lunch will be eaten during a break on worksites. The food

is healthy and high-quality, and special dietary needs will

be accommodated.


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Worksites: Every crew receives detailed safety procedures, and thorough

safety training is offered to all participants. Trained crew counselors

pay close attention to all worksite activity to ensure that all projects are

conducted in the safest manner possible. In addition, experienced staff visit

each worksite daily.

Transportation:Transportation is coordinated to and from worksites

and the lodging facility each day. Professional, screened bus drivers

(with extensive knowledge of the area) ensure each crew travels to its

worksite safely.

Intentional Structure:Camp staff and crew counselors structure the daily

schedule and supervise all activities throughout the week, ensuring the

safety of your son or daughter.

Still have questions?

Call 866-276-5921and a special Camp Lifetree representative will happily

address your concerns and provide all the information you need, or you can

visit camplifetree.com.


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Theyve got the head knowledge and

practical experience teenagers relate to.

They speak into the life of your teenager

as a friend and mentor.

Theyll get their hands dirty serving and

working alongside your teenager.

Meeting your teenagers needs starts with

genuinely seeing and hearing those needs.

Underneath the logo on their shirt is

a heart that is sold out for Jesus.

Theyve walked in the shoes of a

teenager recently. They get it.

THEYRE THE BEST

OF THE BEST!

Crew counselorsare responsible, enthusiastic,

college-aged leaders who will welcome your son

or daughter and get to know them throughout the

week. Crew counselors bunk in the same facility as

their 6-person, same-gender crew and go with them

to meals, activities, worksites, and programs.

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Crew Counselors

Crew counselors are there for the campers

to get to know them, cheer them on, and look

for ways to bring out their strengths.


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Camp Lifetreeuses an intentionally thorough 7-step selection process.

Hiring to meet a standard, instead of just filling positions, means all staff

must demonstrate excellence in each of these categories:

1. Written application

2. Questionnaire

3. Initial screening interview

4. References (questionnaireand follow-up call)

5. Video audition

6. Background check

7. Final interview conducted

by a panel

Background Checksinclude but are not limited to:

Social Security number verification

Felony, misdemeanor, and sex-offender registry

National criminal record file

Scoring service based on hiring policies

The Camp Lifetreeleadership team members are thoroughly screened and

trained. They are truly the cream of the crop and trustworthy guardians for

campers. This helps to ensure that the staff is the best of the best.Staff

for questions, email us at [email protected]

Getting hired is just the beginning

for our staff!Next-level training

is provided so that all staff and

counselors are prepared for any

situation that may arise as primary

caretakers of campers. Crew

counselors participate in an all-

inclusive, multi-day training that

covers (but is not limited to) CPR

and first aid, developing leadership

qualities in others, facilitating

devotional times, and supervising

worksites. They also receive training

and legal counsel from a professional

counselor on handling any seriousissues that might arise.


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2015

LOCATIONS

Each year, Camp Lifetree carefullychooses unique locations based on a mutually beneficial

relationship between Camp Lifetreeand the community. Campers stay in a safe and fun

environment at a local college lodging facility, and work in the communitys greatest

places of need during the day.



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IowaDUBUQUE

University of Dubuque

June 22-27, 2015

University of DubuqueDubuque, IA

Visit Dubuque, and you may be surprised; its more than

just corn fields, hot summers, and cold winters! In the

1980s, a series of changes in manufacturing, and the onset

of the Farm Crisis, led to a large decline of jobs and the

citys economy as a whole. The people in Dubuque need

help to rebuild areas that have struggled. Campers will

make a huge difference for Dubuques elderly and needy as

they serve. The lodging facility will be the dormitories at at

the University of Dubuque. camplifetree.com/dubuque

Alvernia UniversityReading, PA

Pennsylvanias fifth largest city, Reading has the highest share

of citizens living in poverty in the nation. But there is hope. It

has also been named in the top four up-and-coming towns by

the Today Showbecause of renovation efforts and clean-ups

of parks, waterfronts, and warehouses. Campers help this once

thriving city make it back to prosperity and give the residents

a hand with much-needed repairs. Camp Lifetreelodging inReading is located at Alvernia University.

camplifetree.com/reading

PennsylvaniaREADING

Alvernia University

July 5-11, 2015

Life-changing projects take

place at each camp! Discover

what teenagers may have an

opportunity to help with:

rebuild steps to a home

that is inaccessible

build a wheelchair ramp for

someone who is unable to

leave their home

restore a home by paintingindoor and outdoor spaces



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6 nights of lodging (in a dorm)6 days of meals and snacks

A super-cool T-shirtA camp-themed keepsake devotionalDedicated counselor care

Worksite materials for daily projectsMorning and evening programming

6 days of leadership opportunities6 days of games and activitiesA Certificate of CompletionAnd more...

The price includes just about everything!

699per camper, per week SAVE$50WHEN YOU REGISTERBEFORE FEBRUARY 1, 2015!

OR

Have more than one child to send to Camp Lifetree?

Once you register one camper at full price, add additional

campers from your family for a special discounted rate.

Call for details (866-276-5921).

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FLEXIBLE

PAYMENT OPTIONS! Payment Plan

Cancellation: Ok, so heres some not-so-fun stuff. Deposits are nonrefundable. Registration fees, less deposits, are refundable

when cancelled by May 1, 2015. The entire Camp Lifetreefee will be forfeited for cancellations after May 1, 2015. If payment is

not received by the payment deadline dates, reserved space(s) will be cancelled to make room for other campers.

PAYMENT 1: A nonrefundable deposit ($100 per camper) is required at the time of registration to

reserve space. Forfeited deposits cant be transferred to an account balance or to another person.

Registration fees are in U.S. dollars and can be paid by check, money order, or credit card. Payment can be made online, by phone, or by mail.

PAYMENT 2:50% of remaining balance is due March 1, 2015.All payments are due, finalized, and non-refundable by the May 1, 2015 payment date.

PAYMENT 3: Remaining balance is due May 1, 2015.All payments are due, finalized, and non-refundable by the May 1, 2015 payment date.

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Camp Lifetreeis as accessible as ever!

You may opt to pay for registration in three convenient installments:



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