Beartooth Christian Camp 2015

BEARTOOTH CHRISTIAN CAMP

SUMMER CAMP: THE PLACE TO BUILD LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPERIENCE AWESOME ADVENTURE IN A SAFE, PICTURESQUE ENVIRONMENT!

www.BeartoothChristianCamp.org

Nestled in the foothills of the Beartooth Mountains near Fishtail, Montana, Beartooth Christian Camp is a premier summer camp hosting weekly programs all summer long, and weekend retreats and special events throughout the year. A short 75 miles from Billings, our 220 acre campus is surrounded on three sides by the Custer National Forest, with Little Rocky Creek running through it year-round. As one of the largest youth and family camp facilities in our state, it’s a place of unparalleled beauty. It is within this setting that many have experienced memorable times together and deep spiritual refreshing through exploring how God and faith fit into their life. In today’s over-busy world, this time away is powerful, it’s healing, and it’s real.

Since 1976, thousands of individuals have walked our trails, enjoyed a campfire or spent a night or two with us. This summer, let us introduce you and your children to what we call the Power of Camp!

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As a vital ministry effort, Christian Camps differ from other camps. In addition to fun and high adventure, each program is purposeful about helping people to grow in spiritual maturity. Christian Camping encourages new and continued growth in our relationship with God and others as a central part of our ministry.

Our desire is that you or your child’s camp experience is memorable for the best of reasons, and time spent here will be some of your most cherished of memories. As a nonprofit ministry with a rich history in this area, we rely on many generous donors who make our camp such a wonderful place to spend time.

These individuals partner with us to build facilities and help keep camp fees reasonable so families can enjoy this great mountain

location while hearing the Good News clearly presented in a way that they can grasp and understand. We appreciate all our supporters, and recognize that this camp would not exist without their prayers, love and support.

At Beartooth Christian Camp our mission is “that all may Know and Grow in Christ”.

This mission fully recognizes that faith and life in Christ is a highly personal experience, and one that needs to be nurtured in order to grow. No matter where you or your child are in your personal journey of faith, the teaching times on our campus will encourage you to grow. God’s word is powerful and brings a deeper understanding of who God is, and the importance of a personal relationship with Him through his Son, Jesus Christ.

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Camps at a Glance Camp Experience Day – open to all ages June 13, 2015 2-9 p.m.

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Horsemanship Camps – open to ages 11-15 June 15-20; June 22-27; July 13-18; July 27-August 1 or August 3-8, 2015 Cost: $275

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Family Camp – open to all ages August 9-12, 2015 Cost varies, check the website for details. www.BeartoothChristianCamp.org

Kayaking

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Fishing

Other Activities available at camp: • Basketball • Volleyball • Dozens of interactive rec games

Camp Velocity – open to those in or adopted out of the foster care system in grades 3-12 (younger than third grade, call for special arrangements 406-328-6825) August 12-15, 2015 Cost: $45 plus $10 to ride the bus

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COME EXPERIENCE CAMP FOR A DAY…ON US! Camp Experience Day Saturday, June 13 . 2-9 p.m.

Bring the kids and join us for a day of fun and activities—experience camp at its fullest with a FREE day of festivities at BCC. Test your skills on our 50 foot climbing wall, fly through the air on our 300’ long double-run zip-line, mountain board, take a trail ride, sit and experience a quiet afternoon on Little Rocky Creek, fish for a goodsized trout in the pond and so much more. Dinner and our signature ‘evening celebration’ are included! Take advantage of this once a year opportunity to experience camp first-hand and see what we’re all about.

To RSVP, please call our office at 406-3286825 or email us at c.relations@bmcrministries. org and indicate how many will be joining us so we have plenty of food on hand. The day is offered free of charge with no strings attached! Persons wishing to make a donation of appreciation are graciously welcomed to do so at any time.

SUPER SUMMER! Super Summer camps are high energy fun specifically designed for Junior and Senior High School students, with one week reserved for each age group. They have the reputation of being the best week of the summer for those who attend. The weeks are planned by a fantastic team of youth leaders from across Montana. The days are filled with intensive, interactive games; awesome activities; live bands; challenging messages; and friends. Come prepared to have the time of your life with several hundred teens!

You will be challenged, encouraged, and dynamically strengthened as you participate in the teaching, breakout sessions, worship, and cabin times. All the activities of the camp are open to you during your stay. You won’t want to miss the zip line, climbing wall, mountain boarding, horse riding, the Blob for water fun and too many others to name! And there is nothing like a campfire under the stars to end your day. These camps can fill up fast, so don’t delay—register online today!

Super Summer Junior High: For those in 7th and 8th grade July 6-10, 2015 Cost: $225 Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp. (Only one discount per camper).

Super Summer High School For those in 9th through 12th grade July 13-18, 2015 Cost: $225 Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp. (Only one discount per camper).

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• Professional Coaching

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Wrangler in Training Program: Junior Camp: For those entering 4th through 6th grade July 21-25, 2015 Cost: $220 Junior camp is full of crazy activities, games, and campfires designed just for this age group. This year is all about connecting: with friends, your church, Jesus, and the world.

The days are filled with teaching times, cabin times, activities, games, and campfires under the stars! It promises to be a week packed with exciting adventures! You can scale the 50 foot climbing wall, rush down the 300 foot double zipline next to your best friend, ride the horses, and participate in a wide variety of rec games.

Camp is the place to create one-of-a-kind, lifelong memories. Register today for what promises to be the best week of your summer!

Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp. (Only one discount per camper).

Little Rocky Creek Horse Camp Program: Have you always wanted to learn to ride? Already know how but want an opportunity to spend more time with horses? Little Rocky Creek horse camp will give those ages 11 -17 the opportunity to spend time with various horses, to receive instruction in organized ring classes learning basic skills such as starting, stopping, steering, along with walking, trotting, and cantering. You will practice what you learn as you take trail rides through breathtaking scenery in the Beartooth Mountains. You will also have the opportunity to participate in all the awesome activities camp has to offer: zip lining, climbing wall, water fun, and more. Memories to last a lifetime, and friendships to go along with it await you.

Don’t hesitate, go online to register today!

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Our Wranglers in Training (W.I.T.) program is perfect for guys and gals between the ages of 16 and 17 who are interested in learning what it’s like to work as a wrangler or as part of a camping ministry.

This two-week program allows you to assist the wranglers with ranching duties including teaching classes, assisting with trail rides, fixing fences, caring for the horses, and various other chores. As a W.I.T., you’ll also have the opportunity to receive coaching in your riding skills and improve your overall knowledge of horses. The wranglers on staff will be here to help you as you work through an in-depth Bible study designed to challenge you in your daily walk with Christ, and implement these lessons each day while playing an active role of service in the ministry at BCC. • Wrangler in Training 1: June 8-20 • Wrangler in Training 2: July 6-18 Cost: $315 Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp. (Only one discount per camper).

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June 15-20 June 22-27 July 13-18 July 27August 1 • Horsemanship 5: August 3-8 Cost: $275 Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp.

(Only one discount per camper).

Proud to be a part of Beartooth Christian Camp’s summer adventures!

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Family Camp: August 9-12, 2015 Are there too many distractions keeping your family so busy that there is no time to connect, maybe not even to have a meal together, let alone time for fun? Come to our family friendly camp in the mountains. Have the time of your life as you put aside everyday distractions and join us in the great outdoors for family oriented activities designed to help you strengthen your family and build memories together to last a lifetime. There are many adventures you can participate in together, and Mom’s appreciate not having to cook! Chapel times and campfires help bond you closer together. Come build memories to cherish forever and learn principles to building a God honoring family. This 3 night, 4 day camp has several housing options, including tent and RV camping. Housing is assigned by “the first to sign up gets the best we have”, so don’t delay, log onto today to register!

• Ages 2-4 Cost: $20 • Ages 5-11 $115 • Ages 12 and up $142

Sometimes kids simply need to know there are others facing the same struggles they face each day. We’ve worked with youth-serving agencies to create this camp just for those who currently live in a placement outside their home, and those who have been adopted from the foster-care system.

It’s so full of incredible activities and opportunities that kids will leave here wishing they could stay longer! Camp Velocity will be an unbeatable experience for foster/adoptive youth in 3rd through 12th grades.

This camp is specially designed to be an incredible retreat where youth who live separate from biological parents find the momentum and strength needed to keep heading down the right path in spite of many challenges they face. Time spent with others in similar situations is incredibly healing for those who struggle with identity issues. This natural setting coupled with fun daytime adventure, nightly chapel sessions, new-found friends, and all the activities we have to offer makes Camp Velocity the place to be! With so much mind-blowing fun and opportunity for life-impacting growth, available spots fill up fast! Make sure to reserve your space for this incredible week of camp today!

Cost: $45, plus $10 if you ride the bus

Use discount code “gazette2015” in step 2 of 5 in the registration process for $50 off your stay at camp.

(Only one discount per family).

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Camp Velocity: Foster/Adoptive Background* August 12-15, 2015

*This camp is made available at significantly reduced costs to youth in care through generous grants and financial gifts from various donors. If you would like to sponsor a child to camp or help defray the costs of this camp, please phone our office at (406) 328-6825 or go online and donate securely at www.BeartoothChristianCamp.org.

We encourage everyone of all ages to participate in the summer camping programs at Beartooth Christian Camp.

Go enjoy the outdoors and make new friends!

Community Minded Supporter

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Sonshine Camp for those with special needs: August 17-19, 2015

Other specialty camps hosted at Beartooth Christian Camp include:

Do you know an individual who would love to come to camp, but would have difficulty keeping up with the physical or the mental demands of a conventional stay at camp? If you do, then we have the camp for them!

Sonshine Camp is offered for adults, teens, and children with special needs such as Developmental Disabilities. This camp is for all ages!

While attending, campers will enjoy Bible lessons, singing, hay wagon rides, riding horses, riding the zip line (if they are able) as well as lots of camp fun and excitement. Come out and experience God and His Creation with us! To register for this camp session, log on to www.BeartoothChristianCamp.org.

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• American Diabetic Association Youth Camps (phone ADA for information)

• Camp Postcard—Sponsored by the Volunteers of America (phone VOA for information)

• Faith Chapel Youth Camps— various weeks and ages

(phone Faith Chapel, Billings for information)

Guest Groups Like what you have seen and heard, but summer camp doesn’t fit your needs? Our facilities are available to rent during the fall, winter, and spring months.

Our campus is the perfect place for weekend retreats, family reunions, corporate team building experiences, etc. We are in close proximity to Red Lodge so we can even house your weekend ski retreat. You can build your memories and have your adventure in a day or a weekend in our picturesque location. Call our guest services staff at 406-328-6825 to discuss how we can help meet your needs.

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ArroWheAd BiBle College The purpose for Arrowhead is for one year to have one focus—God’s Word. It is located on the campus of Beartooth Christian Camp.

Surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation and with limited distractions from the outside world, students can become immersed in the Word of God. Classes are modular in design, meaning each class is one week in length, taught by well qualified professors from around the country.

Lecture time is in the mornings, with afternoons tailored to studying, paper writing, and reading.The professors are easily accessible for one on one questions and help. Class sizes are small to facilitate a community atmosphere.

As you live on our campus, you bond with the other classmates developing lifelong friendships.There are various and numerous activities available to spontaneously participate in, as well as planned activities throughout the year to insure there is fun along with the learning.

Arrowhead makes it a priority to disciple and mentor the student body, with the goal of strengthening the relationship of the students with Jesus Christ.This lays the foundation for a lifelong path of growth and maturity in that relationship. Students learn the value of service and lifestyle evangelism. We strive to equip the students with leadership skills that will invaluably aid them as they enter the workforce and future ministries.

Past alumni will all testify to the extreme benefit they feel they received by attending Arrowhead Bible College. It transforms the hearts and lives of those who invest their time here. For more information contact our office at 406-328-6926 or go online to arrowheadbiblecollege.org.

Classes begin August 31, 2015. Mention the discount code “gazette2015” on your application and receive a $500 scholarship.

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