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Staff Get-Together http://campconcordia.org/2011/12/29/staff-get-together/ http://campconcordia.org/2011/12/29/staff-get-together/#comments Thu, 29 Dec 2011 22:43:31 +0000 HReam http://campconcordia.org/?p=696
Who:  Dear Camp Family & Their Friends
What: Staff Gathering
Where: Camp Concordia  (moved from Jo’s house)
When: Sunday afternoon Jan. 1 through Tues. Jan. 3 or whenever
Why: ’cause the camp misses you!
Schedule:
Sunday:  Feel free to arrive Sun. afternoon, enjoy camps winter fun, skating, hiking, Deca Ball and a quiet camp
              Supper at 6:00pm evening:  A New Years Toast to each other.  Friends also welcome (please RSVP with a reply)
              Evening fun- Games, Walmart run, etc
              End of Evening: Bonfire Devotion
              Overnight:  Feel free to crash anywhere- East room, Joy, Bethesda, Bethlehem  (Please pack appropriately)
Monday: Brunch and Devo at 10:30
            1:00  Football game on the big screen and tailgate snacks:  MSU vs Georgia   and/or   Paul & Isaac vs anyone
            Rest of the day:  Enjoy each other and camp
            5:00 Supper
            Evening:  Continued fellowship, fun and a closing Devo.
Tuesday: TBA
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We invite the following and their families on this coming Saturday, December 17, 2011:   all current and former Board Members, along with Committee Members, and Staff Members to come to our Christmas Board Meeting and Luncheon.  The meeting is at 10am at St. Peter’s in Rockford (310 E. Division, Rockford, MI) with the luncheon following at noon.  All are welcome to both!

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Check out the winter newsletter here.

‘Tis the season for giving!  Gift Challenge

 

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Attn: Fall 2012 High Schoolers! http://campconcordia.org/2011/10/26/attn-high-schoolers/ http://campconcordia.org/2011/10/26/attn-high-schoolers/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:14:41 +0000 JReam http://www.campconcordia.com/?p=633

As the weather turns colder, we are thinking ahead to next summer!  The schedule for summer 2012 is almost complete, but we need your input!  Please help us by taking this 6 question survey about a High School Event!

 

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Fall Festival http://campconcordia.org/2011/09/22/fall-festival-2/ http://campconcordia.org/2011/09/22/fall-festival-2/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 02:06:37 +0000 JReam http://www.campconcordia.com/?p=631

DATE: SATURDAY OCTOBER 8, 2011
TIME: 4:00 – 9:00 P.M.

Harvest Festival Schedule:
$10 per Family

4:00 P.M.— Harvest Dinner
5:00—Games and Hay Rides
Fun For Kids & Families
7:30 KariAnne & Lost Creek

Country, Gospel, Blue Grass Band

Fall Camp Clean-Up on
Saturday from 9-3. Please
join us and help with
camp projects!

CALL FOR INFO:
616-754-3785

WWW.CAMPCONCORDIA.ORG

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Camp Concordia’s Annual Meeting is this Saturday!

Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011

10am Annual Meeting
12pm Luncheon
Afternoon:  Enjoy the camp!

We Need Your Input & Approval!
Elect Board Members, State of the Camp, Vision of What’s Ahead, Possible Property Expansion, Voice Concerns and/or Input

Everyone is Invited!
However The Important part is… Camp Board Member Elections are only voted on by those involved in the camp via:
Financial/Volunteer Supporter, Campground Guests, Summer Program between 9/20/2010 & 9/10/2011

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Fall is a great time to check out Camp Concordia!  Come enjoy the beauty of nature.  Call or email the camp to book a day trip or weekend now!

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Road Constuction is complete! http://campconcordia.org/2011/07/26/road-constuction/ http://campconcordia.org/2011/07/26/road-constuction/#comments Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:21:13 +0000 JReam http://www.campconcordia.com/?p=618

Edit:  Thanks to the county we now have a new and improved Lincoln Road to enjoy as we drive to camp!

 

 

Lincoln Lake Road has been temporary closed due to road construction. Lincoln Lake is still open between 16 and 17 Miles.

There are two alternative routes available.  The first is to take 57 to Podunk Rd,  North to 16 Mile, than West to Lincoln Lake Rd, North to Pinewood.

The second route is to take 57 to Morgan Mills, north to 17 Mile, than East to Lincoln Lake Rd, South to Pinewood.

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Attention Summer Campers: http://campconcordia.org/2011/06/21/attention-summer-campers/ http://campconcordia.org/2011/06/21/attention-summer-campers/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:57:46 +0000 JReam http://www.campconcordia.com/?p=603

Heading to Camp Concordia this summer?

Drop off for week long campers is on Sunday nights between 4-5pm, with dinner and chapel following.  Families are welcome to join their camper for dinner (RSVP required) and to stay for chapel.

Pick up your week long camper on Friday afternoon between 12-1pm.  Families are welcome to stay for lunch (RSVP required) and closing ceremony.

Mini Campers #1 check in Sunday (June 26th) between 4-5pm and check out on Tuesday (June 28th) 12-1pm, with families welcome to stay for dinner on Sunday and lunch on Tuesday (RSVP required).

Mini Campers #2 check in Wednesday (June 29)  night between 4-5pm and check out on Friday (July 1st) 12-1pm, with families welcome to stay for dinner on Wednesday and lunch on Friday (RSVP required).

Mini Campers #3 check in Tuesday (July 8th) night between 4-5pm and check out on Friday (July 8th) 12-1pm, with families welcome to stay for dinner on Tuesday and lunch on Friday (RSVP required).

Not registered yet?  There is still room for you and a friend!  Walk-In registrations accepted at check-in!  Call the camp office for details.  616-754-3785

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Position Available For: Campground Host and Summer Caretaker

Camp Concordia, Gowen MI:
Is taking applications for the positions of campground Hosts and Summer Caretakers.
Ideal Start Date: May 23
Time is flexible, with peak time running from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day weekend.
A full hook-up site is provided, along with full use of the camp and its facilities.
Meals are provided when the summer program is in session (June-July)
Compensation- If needed, can be discussed based on abilities.
Responsibilities:
Welcoming, checking in and caring for the needs of campground guests,
collecting and reporting fees, along with managing the registration process.
light janitorial duties and building care. Helping around camp when able.
Caretakers: Help maintain camp facilities and grounds, and assist with projects and servant groups.
Camp Concordia:
Is a Recognized Service Organization of the LC-MS in the Michigan District.
Provides summer camp programs for youth, along with a family focused RV campground
The campground consists of 38 sites, all with electricity; and several group site areas.
Is located on 60 beautiful waterfront acres on Half Mile Lake.
The lake is part of a 5 lake chain connected with channels.
Is within 30 minute driving distance (northeast) of Grand Rapids, near Greenville MI

Contact Information:
Camp Concordia- Attention Paul Golke (Director)
13400 Pinewood St
Gowen, MI 49326
ph: 616-754-3785
fx: 616-754-5472
e-mail: paul@campconcordia.org
Website: www.campconcordia.org

Check out Job Descriptions Here:

Campground Host

Camp Care Taker

Download Application Here:

Application

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