2015 springhill summer brochure

EXPERIENCE SPRINGHILLTHIS YEAR!OVERNIGHT CAMPSDAY CAMPSRETREATSFAMILY CAMPS

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Considering overnight camp for the fi rst time? Whether you have

a crazy summer schedule or you want to ease your child into

an overnight camp experience, we offer partial weeks so your

child can get a feel for being away from home for just a few days.

Learn more about our partial and full-week offerings at springhillsummer.com

TABLE OF CONTENTSWhy SpringHill? 4–7

Grades 1–3 8–11

Grades 4–6 12–15

Grades 6–9 16–19

Grades 9–12 20–21

Day Camps 22–23

Retreats 24–25

Mission 26

Partnerships 27

THIS IS SPRINGHILL

90% OF KIDS DESIRE TO GROW IN THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS(576,000 kids since 1969)

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Your family and kids can have a

SpringHill experience closer than

you think. We have two overnight

camps and over 130 day camp

locations across the Midwest.

Whether your child is interested

in horses, high-adventure, or

paintball, there’s something for

everybody at SpringHill!

CALLING ALL KIDS

Day Camps

Overnight Camps

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FAITH, FUN, AND FRIENDSHIP AT SPRINGHILL

All SpringHill experiences are designed to fulfi ll

specifi c spiritual growth outcomes.

Create the desire and ability

to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ

Gain the knowledge, habits,

and skills that will enhance their self image

Build memories of a

wholesome, meaningful,

and joyful experience

Make a new or renewed commitment to their

relationship with Jesus

INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND FUN

IS THE SPRINGHILL WAYRELATIONSHIPS ARE AT THE CENTER

OF EVERY SPRINGHILL EXPERIENCEOUTCOMES FROM THE EXPERIENCE


Scripture is clear that it is God, through Christ, who works to change the

lives of young people—not our programming or planning. That’s why every

experience we create is centered on God and His message of hope found in

Jesus. During their experience, whether at an overnight camp, day camp, or

retreat, kids are given time and encouraged to examine God’s plan for their

life through practical sharing and teachable moments throughout the day.

Inclusion is about participating and belonging;

therefore, we put forth every effort to make

SpringHill a place where every child is welcome

and has the chance to experience all that we have

to offer. We want your child to have a fulfi lling

SpringHill experience and we are fully prepared to

provide specially trained staff, transportation, and

specifi c housing to accommodate their needs.

WE VALUE ALL KIDS


STAFF THAT CONNECTS WITH YOUR KIDSTO NURTURE GROWTH

RECRUIT COUNSELORS

Quality college-age candidates

The next generation of Christian leaders become role models for your kids

IN-DEPTH TRAINING

TRAINING ROLE MODELS

Base training for staff includes:

camper care, safety protocols, child

protection, confl ict management,

customer service, fi rst aid

awareness, and leadership skills.

Background and history checks

Minimum of 3 references

Up to 268 hours of leadership training


My counselor was hands

down the kindest person

I have ever met. His love

for God warms my heart.

He is so positive, funny,

and caring and I hope one

day I can be as great of a

person as he is.”– Ben, 9th grader

KEEP IT SAFE KEEP IT FUN!In every area, safety is our fi rst concern. We

engage multiple licensing and accreditation

agencies, consultants, partners, and vendors

in areas ranging from medical and emergency

procedures to food service and staff training.

Learn more about our safety procedures and accreditation at springhillsummer.com/safety

INDIVIDUAL CARE AND ATTENTIONWe hire and train staff specifi cally

to run and facilitate activities so

counselors can focus their energy

on your child. Find out more

about our camper care policy at

springhillsummer.com/safety

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OVERNIGHT CAMP



Overnight camp for boys and girls who have

completed grades 1–3. Partial and full week

options available.

RED BRUSH

STORYBROOK

CAMP CENTERS

1-3GRADES

We thought our fi rst grader would

cry herself to sleep. When we picked

her up, she was crying because she

didn’t want to leave SpringHill. She’s

been back every year since.”–Camper parent

Get details, schedule, and pricing at

SPRINGHILLSUMMER.COM/GRADES1-3MI 231.734.2616 IN 812.497.0008


HORSES, S’MORES AND SO MUCH MORE! The 1st–3rd grade kids are our

youngest age group at overnight camp.

They spend their action-packed days

with their cabin mates and counselors.

Programs are intentionally sequenced

and fi lled with activities that will engage

your child at their level. With our themed

housing and small groups, your child will

have a blast with friends while learning

about God and making memories

at SpringHill.

CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT SPRINGHILLRegister at springhillsummer.com/grades1-3


1-3GRADES


PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG KIDSGive your child the option

to choose their SpringHill

experience through specifi c

programming geared

towards the interests of

your 1–3 grader.

EXPLORERGet ready to sample a

smorgasbord of activities:

boating, splashing, painting,

ziplining, and archery—try it all!

HORSESSaddle up and spend 1 hour a

day at the horse barn learning

how to care for and ride

horses. Giddy up!

OUTDOOR ADVENTUREGet outdoors and enjoy God’s

creation while building forts,

going on a treasure hunt,

building a fi re, and playing

wilderness games.


completed grades 4–6. Partial and full week

options available.

RED BRUSH

COPPER COUNTRY

CAMP CENTERS

4-6GRADES


EPIC ADVENTURES, LIFELONG FRIENDS, AND MUCH MORE

The 4th–6th grade kids participate in

both small and large group activities,

including a live band on Wednesday night!

Programs focus on individual kid's growth

and conquering new challenges.




This week I’ve learned amazing

bible stories, had a great time at

campfi re, but most importantly,

I’m now ready to be more

committed to God and excited

to put God in front of everything

else. SpringHill was a week I will

not forget.”– Taylor S., 5th grader


BRING A FRIEND, MEET A FRIEND Register at springhillsummer.com/grades4-6

PROGRAMS FOR PRE-TEENSGive your child the option



programming geared

towards the interests of

your 4–6 grader.

CAMP CLASSICThis program lets you do it

all—zipline, crafts, swimming,

water slides, and exploration.

HORSESSaddle up and spend 2 hours

a day improving your technique

on trail rides and in the arena.

Yeehaw!

4-6GRADES


PAINTBALLPlug into a team and learn

communication, tactics,

and teamwork.

EXTREME We’re here to show you

the ropes if you need us,

otherwise, go nuts on our killer

half-pipes, fl y boxes, rhythm

sections, and vert ramps.

EXTREME ADVENTUREIf you think gravity is more

like a suggestion than a law,

we have a week that will keep

your adrenaline pumping!

OUTDOOR ADVENTUREBuild shelters, paddle a canoe,

take your best shot on the

rifl ery range, and end the day

sleeping under the stars.

HIGH ADVENTURE Activities include: Teams

Course, zipline, climbing wall,

solo-challenge, and

high-ropes.

WATER SPORTSLearn basic water sport

techniques by heading out

every day for wakeboarding,

waterskiing, kneeboarding,

and tubing.


completed grades 6–9.

INPURSUIT

NEW FRONTIERS

CAMP CENTERS

6-9GRADES


Our junior high kids will have a million

stories to tell when they get home. From

heart-felt worship with the band to getting

crazy at our infamous Crud Wars, the

6th–9th graders are the most energetic at

camp! They will experience high-energy activities along with relational small group times that encourage personal growth and discovery. This encourages

positive peer interaction during games,

Bible lessons, worship sessions, and

provides a safe environment to talk through real-life teen issues.

I honestly came here just looking

forward to the activities that we

did and now I understand that

it's not only about the activities,

it's about God. God makes this

whole thing possible.”–Taylor W., 8th grader




HIGH-ENERGY, FAST-PACED, HIGH-POWERED EXPERIENCES!


3 WORDS: TOTALLY. EPIC. SUMMER. Register at springhillsummer.com/grades6-9

PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG TEENSGive your child the option



programming geared

towards 6–9th graders.

THE EDGEZipline, tube, blob, paintball,

horses, extreme sports, high-

ropes, kayaks, solo-challenge

course, and a ton more!

HORSESLessons are based on camper

experience, giving everyone a

chance to advance their skills

—from the barn to the arena!

6-9GRADES


WATER SPORTSIf you love the thrill of

speed on water, then this

program is for you! Head out

everyday for wakeboarding,

waterskiing, kneeboarding,

and tubing.

THE PLUNGE Two weeks of diving

deeper into your faith while

adventuring through all that

camp has to offer.

HIGH ADVENTURESample all of SpringHill’s high-

adventure activities, including

the zipline, solo-challenge,

climbing walls, and even our

new indoor high-ropes course!

PAINTBALLPlug into a team and learn

how strategy, communication,

target practice, and teamwork

can sharpen your paintball

game!

OUTDOOR ADVENTURELearn orienteering and leave

no trace principles. Build

shelters and survival skills.

SERVING TOGETHER WHILE HAVING FUN

Teen Service Team (TST) is a totally different kind of camp

experience. Teens spend part of their day serving the community

and earning service hours and the other part enjoying all of the fun

of camp! They spend a lot of time with mentors in small groups,

talking through real-life issues, focusing on deeper relationships

with God and their friends, and learning what it means to serve.



Overnight camp for teens who have

completed grades 9–12. 1 and 2 week

options available.

TEEN SERVICE TEAM

(TST)

TEEN SERVICE TEAM

(TST)

CAMP CENTERS

9-12GRADES


I learned that I love helping

others and can use that

gift for a lot of other things

in life. God has put a fi re in

me that will burn forever.”–Sam, 10th grader


PROGRAMS FOR TEENSTeen Service Team

(TST) is a unique service

opportunity. Spend time

with mentors, peers, and

God as you learn what it

means to serve and enjoy

the camp experience.

TST 2 WEEKTST is all about teamwork!

Grab your friends and jump

into the ultimate SpringHill

experience. This program

offers the optimal amount

of time to build deeper

relationships with fellow

teens. You will grow closer

as you serve alongside one

another, experience awesome

activities, and work through

real-life issues in small group

sessions.

TST 1 WEEKThe 1-week program offers

a compact, high-energy TST

experience.

Day Camp is a week of SpringHill fun close to home

and possibly even at your home church! Your kids will

have a blast hanging out with old friends, making new

friends, and learning about God.

DAY CAMP IS COMING TO YOUR TOWN!

Day camp for boys and girls who have

completed grades K–4. Monday–Friday

LOCATIONS:

K-4GRADES


SPRINGHILLSUMMER.COM/DAYCAMPMI 231.734.2616 IN 812.497.0008


This was a great spiritual

investment in my children’s

faith, which has grown by

leaps and bounds in their two

and three years at camp.”– Camper parent

OVER 130 LOCAL CHURCH PARTNERS IN SEVEN STATES


We have specifi cally tailored the

overall program, including staff,

activities, and curriculum to be

age-appropriate so every camper

has an awesome experience.

DAY CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE+ High-Adventure Activities

• Climbing Tower

• Flying Squirrel

• Water Slide

• Eurobungy

+ Small Group Bible Teachings

+ High-Energy Large Group Sessions

SPRINGSUMMER WINTERFALL SPRINGHILL HAS IT ALL!From summer through winter, there’s always

something going on at SpringHill. You can even

book our facilities and programs for your very

own retreat or outing. Businesses, churches,

small groups, and schools use our facilities for

a unique, fun, and intentional getaway.

RETREATS INCLUDE

+ Custom Retreats

+ Winter Teen Retreats

+ Pre-Teen Retreats

+ Family Camps

+ Women’s Retreats

+ Father Son Retreats

+ Father Daughter Retreats

SpringHill was the best

experience of my life. I feel

like a completely different

person! I have picked

better crowds to hang out

with at school, my grades

have gone up, and I am

the closest to God that

I have ever been.” – Winter Teen Retreat attendee


For dates and more information go to

springhillretreats.com

Last year,

27,456 KIDS & ADULTS attended retreats in MI and IN


Bring the Whole Family to CampLots of families take the fi rst step at SpringHill overnight by coming to

one of our Family Camp

weekends. For dates and

details go to

springhillretreats.com/familycamp

SpringHill Open HouseWe want to invite your family to

SpringHill to get a feel for overnight

camp. It's a perfect opportunity

for new families to get a glimpse

of the SpringHill experience.

Meet our staff, hear about our mission, tour our facilities, ask questions, and help your child get

acclimated before attending a week

at overnight camp. For dates and

more information go to

springhillretreats.com/openhouse

It’s important to us that you get to see the

faces of a few of our key leaders at SpringHill.

Our leadership is experienced, passionate,

and committed to the mission and vision of

SpringHill and providing your child with the

best experience possible.

COMMITTED TO IMPACTING KIDS FOR CHRIST

Our goal is to reach

260,000 KIDS

per year by 2025


Michael Perry, President

17th summer with SpringHill

It is such a joy to be a part of this ministry—to see God

use SpringHill to change lives. As a parent, I understand

that sending a child away to an overnight camp can

be a big step and requires a huge amount of trust. I

am confident parents won’t be disappointed once they

meet our staff and see the many steps we’ve taken to

make their kid's safety a priority while providing them

an amazing experience. I'm looking forward to another

great year!”

I feel so privileged to be a part of another year here at

SpringHill. There is great excitement and passion among

our staff and it truly is contagious. We are passionate

about faith, fun, families, and kids. Our staff is trained

and prepared to have Christ-centered conversations no

matter where a camper is in their faith journey. SpringHill

programs are designed to give multiple opportunities for

growth. Our commitment to safety sets us apart and our

activities are nothing short of awesome. I hope to see

you at a SpringHill event this year!”

Andy Hust, Michigan Camp Director

14th summer with SpringHill | 5 years

as a camper parent

Carey Edgren, Indiana Camp Director

13th summer with SpringHill

As I begin my 17th year at SpringHill, I can

truly say that I’ve never been more excited

about the experience we offer, the staff

we hire, and the intentionality behind our

programming as I am today. SpringHill is

more than just a camp—It’s a chance to be

a part of the ongoing spiritual and personal

development of young people. It’s a chance

to come alongside families and churches.

It’s a chance to continue to experience

Jesus’ message of grace, hope, and love.

So, let me extend a personal invitation to

you, your family, and friends to come join us

for a SpringHill experience this year.”


PARTNER WITH SPRINGHILL If you have a heart for kids and the ministry of SpringHill, please consider joining us.

Learn more about how you can get involved at springhillsummer.com/partner

PRAY Please join over 12,000 others

in prayer as we prepare for

summer, the kids, staff, families,

and leaders.

GIVE Help make it possible for all kids

to come to SpringHill regardless

of their fi nancial means.

VOLUNTEER If you’re looking for a service

project or just want to help out

during the week we would love

to have you.

Now that you’ve learned

a little bit about SpringHill,

we hope that you won’t

let this brochure collect

dust on your coffee table.

Take some time to pass it along to a friend, neighbor, or family member. Kids love to

experience camp with

a friend!

PASS IT ON!

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IN: 2221 W. State Road 258 | Seymour, IN 47274 | 812.497.0008

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