from Alison Peticolas, Ranch Director

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"How Good God is..."A passage by Emma Easton Newman in We Knew Mary Baker Eddy caught my attention recently. In expressing her thoughts about some friends coming for dinner, Mary Baker Eddy remarked upon greeting them, “How good God is to give me this pleasure!” (p. 98). I was struck by Mrs. Eddy’s explicit gratitude to God for something so simple.

This got me to think about gratitude. Am I always grateful to God first for the good in my life? In talking about this with my Sunday School class, we agreed we’re often grateful to God for healings, but not necessarily for the everyday things. I have been cherishing what Mrs. Eddy demonstrated in that passage, acknowledging God directly for the simplest experiences.

Camp is an opportunity to learn more about our relationship to God and to see and experience God as the source of good in our lives. We witness God’s provision of strength, joy, courage, friendship, home, harmony, inspiration, love and so much more. With this enriched understanding, I now recognize the importance of expanding the expression of thanks to include all the good we receive from God.

I look forward to another camp season of actively growing together in our understanding of God.

“How good God is to give me this pleasure!”

Alison

SPRING 2013

2013 CalendarYouth Camp

•Session 1 (15 days) June 20 - July 4•Session 2 (15 days) July 6 - July 20•Session 3 (15 days) July 22 - August 5•Session 1 (8 days) June 20 - June 27•Session 3 (8 days) July 22 - July 29

Combine any of the sessions listed above for longer programs!

Adult & Family ProgramsNEW! Young Adult Skills Development May 16 - 20

Memorial Day Service Weekend May 24 - 27

Rafting & Kayaking Staff Reunion May 30 - June 3

Adult & Family Ranching August 10 - 16

Adult Base Camp August 17 - 23

Cowboy / Cowgirl Camp August 17 - 23

Adult & Family Christmas Camp December 21 - 27

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2013 A/U YOUTH CAMP TEAMWe’re pleased to announce the 2013 Summer Management Team!

Ranch Director: Alison Peticolas

Sky Valley Ranch Camp Director: Rusty Rohde SVR Assistant Camp Director: Robin Packer

Round-Up Ranch Camp Directors: Justin Sinichko and Katherine Sanden

CIT Trainer: Cameron Price

Office Team: Linda Kellogg-Clarke, Joy Strickland, Rob Wood

Facilities Team: James Orlet, Drew Heimerl, Steve Murray, Elliot Hummel

Food Service Manager: Matthew Leon

Head Wrangler: Lachlan Kellogg-Clarke

100 Elk Director: Sedge Southworth

Be sure to introduce yourself to these folks next time you're at the Ranches!

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I experienced several challenges while attempting to

peak a mountain, but I overcame them by knowing God doesn’t put things

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NEW! Young Adult Skills DevelopmentMay 16 – 20, 2013

Looking to build skills in the areas of horsemanship and mountaineering to work at a summer camp or outdoor adventure company? This new program at the A/U Ranches is geared at developing hard skills and improved judgment.

Mountaineering — Focus on fitness, awareness and judgment. Instruction will include rope skills (anchors), Leave No Trace principles and Camp Craft. Weather conditions will dictate other elements to be covered.

Horsemanship — Focus on improving general Horsemanship and riding abilities, training on how to teach and instruct other riders and exposure to horse related sports and jobs. This is not a clinic for beginners; need to know basic Horsemanship skills.

For more information and to register visit: www.adventureunlimited.org/Young-Adults

Rafting & Kayaking Staff ReunionMay 30 – June 3, 2013

The wait is over – time to dust off your splash jacket and make plans to join fellow Rafting & Kayaking staff at a Reunion this Spring. The river will be running fast, and so will the stories of past, crazy adventures together!

We’re keeping it simple and cheap – just the way you like it! If spouses want to attend, let us know and we’ll see how many we can accommodate. No children please.

Accommodations:

• Bunkhouses by gender; no special housing requests

• Bring your own bedding

• OR make your own arrangements in town

For more information and to register visit: www.adventureunlimited.org/alumni-reunions

Round-Up Ranch — *New* Rock Climbing Skills Camp!

This new Skills Camp major 1st session will focus on climbing techniques including traditional crack climbing. We will climb some of the excellent routes of the Sawatch Range in the Colorado Rockies. You will learn how to build anchors and natural protection while working on rescue skills. The overnight trip will be to a world class climbing area. See the 2013 Youth Camp Application to apply.

Camping in a YurtYurts (round, semi-permanent tents) have sprouted at Adventure Unlimited! These structures have been added to accommodate our expanding program needs. Just north and

west of Sky Valley Ranch, you will find the Yurt Village – two sleeping yurts, a larger gathering yurt with a simple kitchen and a brick bathhouse. This location provides a secluded spot for programs to create a distinct experience on the Ranch property. Make sure to visit them next time you’re in town!

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Adventure Unlimited’s PurposeTo provide inspiring recreational, leadership, service, educational, and social activities for Christian Scientists and their friends, which nurture healing and a sense of community, in an atmosphere conducive to practical reliance on Christian Science. 3

Memorial Day Service Weekend May 24 – 27, 2013

Join us this Spring and be a part of our family!

You, your family and friends are invited to join us at the A/U Ranches for the Memorial Day Service Weekend. We need your help to prepare our facilities for the upcoming camp season. Come lend a hand and spruce things up while enjoying some play time as well!

Projects include: fencing, digging, painting, raking, gardening, cleaning, window washing, organizing, carpentry and more. We will even have “kid” specific projects!

Schedule: Arrival: Friday, May 24 after 6:00pm (please eat dinner before coming)

Departure: Monday, May 27 (after breakfast)

Cost: $30/adults, $20/children (12 & under). Includes – lodging, evening programs, use of the facilities and all meals from Saturday breakfast – Monday breakfast. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

How you can help: To attend this event, visit our website and complete the Adult/Family application. You’ll also find details on what to bring. If you can’t join us, we would appreciate your financial support of our projects.

For more information and to register visit: www.adventureunlimited.org/memorial-weekend

2013 Adult / Family Programs Let us host your family reunion or bring a group of friends. We’ve got room for everyone!

Have you ever wished you could trade places with your kids and go to camp? A/U’s Adult & Family programs cater to the kid in each of us! They offer the same fun-loving activities, in the same spiritually supportive atmosphere.

Come by yourself and meet new acquaintances, or bring your friends and family. Child care and supervised activities for the younger campers is provided.

Adult & Family Ranching August 10 – 16, 2013

Whether you want to get away from it all and simply relax in the fresh mountain air or challenge yourself with adventurous outdoor activities – we’ve got it all. You get to choose! Parents may also find this program to be a great introduction for those kids ready to come to summer youth camp.

Cowboy Cowgirl Camp & Adult Base Camp August 17 – 23, 2013

Something for everyone! These programs run concurrently allowing participants to enjoy meals and some evening activities together. Friends and family members can take part in the program of their choice and still spend time together sharing your adventures. It doesn’t matter which program you register for, you can stay in the same cabin with your family members or friends!

Christmas Camp – Adults & Families December 21 – 27, 2013

The Ranches are a special place to experience the true spirit of the holidays. Share in a traditional Christmas with other Christian Scientists, family and friends. We have space to accommodate you and your entire family!

For more information and to register visit: www.adventureunlimited.org/adult-family

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CAMPERSHIP FUNDINGFinances should never stand in the way of right opportunities and spiritual growth.

Adventure Unlimited has funds available to help youth attend summer camp, for those families in need. Payment plans are also available.

To find out more about A/U Campership funding:

• Call 888.543.4849 or email auinfo@adventureunlimited.org

• Download a Campership application on our website: www.adventureunlimited.org/youthcamp

• Additional funding can be explored through branch churches, DiscoveryBound Chapters and other Christian Science organizations.

If you are in a position to help fund a youth camper’s experience, contributions to our Campership Fund are graciously accepted at: www.adventureunlimited.org/donate.

You won’t want to miss this exciting National event!

Come and bring your friends for an insider’s look at the ARTS. Dancers to graphic designers, actors to architects, musicians to fashion designers, this weekend will include something for everyone’s artistic interests and talent levels. Hear firsthand how professionals apply Christian Science to their work and daily lives.

When: Labor Day Weekend (Aug. 30 - Sept 2)

Who: All 8th – 12th grade (Fall 2013) Christian Scientists and non-C.S. friends

Where: New York, NY

Cost & Reservations - visit: www.discoverybound.org/13-DBArtsNY

Questions: Call 888.416.7348 x137 / x138 or email dbinfo@discoverybound.org

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