We believe that the ministry of camping is, with God’s help, an experience of Christian community and learning for all people, shared in an outdoor setting as part of the fabric of the education, outreach, and evangelism of the United Church of Canada. It is west haven’s mission to provide a safe, enjoyable, Christian community in a natural setting in which all people experience opportunities to expand their physical, mental and spiritual health.

OBJECTIVES

To help people have fun while they grow spiritually, experience the love of God and the fellowship of friends and leaders, gain respect for self and others, increase appreciation for the natural world, learn sportsmanship and safety, acquire skills and knowledge.

LEADERSHIP

A committee of dedicated volunteers meet throughout the year to assess and improve camp programs, make decisions pertaining to the general upkeep and maintenance of camp facilities, and recruit, screen and train volunteers and paid staff. If you wish to volunteer with any aspect of the camp, please call Betty Stratton at 632-5481 or Linda Stonehouse at 634-7397.

PROGRAM

Arts & Crafts

Reflections & Worship

Nature Study

Sports & Games

Canoeing & Swimming

Campfires

Social & Environmental concerns

Singing & Drama

.................& Lots of fun!!!!!!!

INFORMATION

C camp is equipped with municipal water, flush toilets, showers, electricity, propane heat, an approved fire alarm system and phone.
C for families with more than two children attending camp, a reduction of $40 will apply to the third ( or more) child(ren) attending camp.
C Bursaries are available to assist families whose financial restraints make it difficult to send their child(ren) to camp. A letter from your minister or other community leader stating the need for a partial or complete bursary should accompany the application. All requests for bursaries remain confidential.
C every effort will be made to accommodate those with special needs.
C parents/guardian should note that the camp needs your permission to release your child to someone other than the custodial parent/guardian. A copy of the permission slip will be attached to the camper acceptance form. Please take the time to fill this out if someone else will be picking up your child at the end of camp or in case of emergency.

What to bring to camp:
C sleeping bag or sheets and blankets; pillow
C warm pajamas
C Soap, shampoo, towels, face cloth
C tooth brush & tooth paste
C comb & brush
C socks & underwear
C slacks & shorts
C short & long sleeved shirts
C warm sweater & jacket
C tissues
C swim suit
C rain coat & rubber boots or extra old footwear
C sunscreen, hat, water bottle
C a doctor’s written order to administer any medication that you bring to camp

Note: please don’t bring new clothes to camp with you. Camp means getting wet and dirty, running through mud and bushes, so don’t bring anything that you don’t want to get stained or damaged! Clearly mark all of your belongings so they can be easily identified, and returned to you if they are misplaced.

Optional
C flashlight
C insect repellent ( no aerosol sprays, please)
C musical instrument
C reading material

Do not bring:
C extra food - some foods can cause allergic reaction in some campers, thus we need to be able to control food that is brought on site. Please respect this policy for the safety of all campers.
C unnecessary valuables such as cell phones, radios, personal CD players, video games, etc.

Any of these items will be confiscated for the duration of the camp. The camp will not accept responsibility for items damaged or lost while you are at camp.

Please call the volunteer registrar’s voice mail at 686-0724 or email westhaven@live.com for information re your application or to cancel.