Cedar Lake Ministries’ Winter Camp

 
The experience of getting away from it all for a weekend gives the opportunity for students to evaluate their relationship with Christ. It allows them to see the importance of “simply” seeking Jesus before conquering the fears and worries of the world. At Cedar Lake Ministries we want to be a part of the powerful work that Jesus does and in doing so we present to you our Winter Camps this February 12-14, or February 19-21. Students will enjoy teaching from dynamic speaker Matt Willingham on what it looks like to keep ourselves FRESH in the Spirit, and be filled by the Spirit through worship with the Heartland Christian Center Youth Worship band.
 
 
 
 
 

High School/Middle School Winter Camp | February 12-14, 2021

Middle School Winter Camp | February 19-21, 2021

Speaker: Pastor Matt Willingham

Pastor Matt Willingham currently serves as the Sr High Youth Pastor at Heartland Christian Center. He has over 16 years of experience in youth ministry and has a passion for working with students and student leaders. He is married to his wife Leslie of 16 years and together they have 3 boys

 
Worship Leader: Lindsey Mahns
Lindsey is currently serving as the worship and creative leader at Heartland Christian Center. She has a passion for worshipping through song and has several years of experience. She leads worship for both the congregation and youth services. She is no stranger to working with Matt as she is his sister in-law.
 

Elementary Winter Day Camp | February 27, 2021|

8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Speaker: The Gracefull Puppets
Led by Gary & Barb Leystra, have been entertaining children and adults for over 15 years.   Their mission is to share the message of Christ and His gift of salvation in a fun and creative way using puppets, illusions, music, and skits.  They have done programs for schools, churches, and many other special events throughout the Chicagoland area, and have even traveled to Mexico.  Their goal is to spread the message of Christ in a way that will stay with people long after any performance is over.  Their prayer is that God will use them to grow His Kingdom and for His glory!

 

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Group Pre-registration

Rates

 
Weekend Student Rate
$135.00/student, includes all activities and sessions, comfortable lodging, great food, and a t-shirt.
 
Day Camp Student Rate
$40.00/student, includes all activities and sessions, great food, and a t-shirt.
 
Leader Rate
$60/Leader. Leaders must have either graduated from high school or be over 20 years old. Groups must have a minimum leader-to-student ratio of 1 to 10. A ratio of 1 to 7 is recommended. Leader rate includes all activities and sessions, comfortable lodging, great food, and a t-shirt.
 

 Registration

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Activities

  • Tubing
  • Climbing Wall
  • Human Foosball
  • Rocket Wars
  • Laser Combat
 
  • Black Hole Slide
  • Dodgeball
  • Rec Room
  • 9-Square-In-The-Air
  • Tomahawk Throwing
 
  • 9-Square-In-The-Air
  • Tomahawk Throwing
  • Gorilla Ball
  • Kandy Kabin
 
 
 

Refund Policy: Winter Camp (Overnight & Day) All registrations must be paid in full 14 days prior to the event. 

A $50.00 Non-Refundable deposit is due per registration. Any cancellations will forfeit the deposit.

Cancelling a registration(s) within 45 days of an event, you are obligated to 60% of your event fee.

Cancelling a registration(s) within 14 days of an event, you are obligated to the full event fee.

In the event that Cedar Lake Ministries is not permitted to host an event due to legal reasons or restrictions imposed through Executive Order, Local Health Department Order, or any similar legal restriction or circumstance of similar effect, Cedar Lake Ministries will retain the deposit. The deposit may be transferred toward ANY future Cedar Lake Ministries Program event or guest. Additional fees paid may be requested as a refund. In all other circumstances, Cedar Lake Ministries’ cancellation policy outlined above will apply. 

 

Group Registration

 
To make reservations for your groups, submit the group reservation form and a non-refundable deposit of $35 per attendee.
 
Submit Forms and Final Payment
Registration forms and final payments are due two weeks in advance of the weekend your group is attending.
  • High School/Middle School Winter Camp – Forms and final payment due on or before January 24, 2020
  • Middle School Winter Camp – Forms and final payment due on or before January 31, 2020
  • Elementary Winter Camp – Forms and final payment due on or before February 7, 2020
 
 
It is our desire that no one misses an opportunity to meet with God at camp due to financial restraints. Full or partial scholarships are available through our scholarship program. Parents or youth leaders may complete a scholarship application on behalf of a student in need for consideration.
 
 
 
 

 Weekend Schedule (subject to change)

Friday
6:30-8:00 PM Check-in (Central Time)
8:00 PM Leaders Meeting
9:00 PM Session
10:00 PM Small Groups
Saturday
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM TAG (Time Alone with God)
9:30 AM Session
11:00 AM Small Groups
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00-5:00 PM Free Time Activities
 
Saturday (continued)
5:30 PM Dinner
6:30 PM Session
8:30 PM Small Groups
9:00 PM Activities
Sunday
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM TAG (Time Alone with God)
9:30 AM Session
11:00 AM Small Groups
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Departure
 

 Day Camp Schedule (subject to change)

Saturday
8:30 AM Registration begins
9:00 PM Worship/Speaking session
10:00-12:00 PM Snow games/Adventure activities
12:00 PM Lunch
Saturday (continued)
1:00-4:00 PM Snow games/Adventure activities/Kandy Kabin
4:00 PM Worship/Speaking session
5:00-5:30 PM Dismissal

 Arrival

Weekend Groups should plan to arrive and check in at the office between 6:30-8 p.m. CT on Friday evening.  Day Campers should plan to arrive and check in between 8:30-9 a.m. on Saturday morning.

 Departure

Weekend programs end after lunch on Sunday. Groups usually depart between 1-1:30 p.m. CT after eating and packing up.  Day camp departure is between 5-5:30 p.m.

What to Bring

  • Bible
  • Modest, warm clothes (long pants, long-sleeved shirts, sweatshirts, pajamas)
  • Winter gear (gloves/mittens, winter coat, hat, boots)
  • Extra shoes and socks
  • Flashlight
  • Toiletries (toothbrush and paste, deodorant, shampoo, soaps, etc. [Weekend Camps Only])
  • Money for the Kandy Kabin*
  • Water bottle with owner’s name
  • Regular or emergency use prescription medications (e.g. inhalers, EpiPen®, solid or liquid meds [all medications, including over-the-counter, should be in possession of a leader throughout the weekend]).

What NOT to Bring

  • iPods/iPads, laptops, cell phones**, video games, or similar electronics
  • Clothing with questionable slogans or products
  • Non-prescription drugs, tobacco, alcohol, fireworks, weapons (knives, guns, tasers, lighters, or any other items that may cause harm)
**Part of what makes camp unique is the ability to limit distractions. Therefore, we ask that campers leave their cell phones, music-playing devices, and other electronics at home. We understand that many people use their devices as their Bible, but for this event, please encourage your camper to bring his or her paper version of the Bible. This is not a punishment but an opportunity to limit distractions and open up opportunities for quality conversations and time with God. Plus, expensive devices can get broken or lost at camp.
*The Kandy Kabin is open at designated times for campers to purchase candy, pop, or a souvenir. Prices for items range from approximately $0.50 for candy to $35 for merchandise. For Winter Camp, students keep their money in their possession. We encourage students to bring $10-$50 for the camp store and to leave other valuables at home.
 
Cedar Lake Ministries is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen items. Please be aware that this is not a comprehensive list of what your camper shouldn’t bring to camp but some of the obvious things to avoid bringing to camp. Also, remember that Cedar Lake Ministries reserves the right to confiscate any inappropriate items on this list, to be returned to a responsible adult to distribute to the camper upon arrival home.
 
 

Health and Safety

 
Medical Conditions
We are used to working with campers who may have food allergies or other medical conditions (food intolerances, asthma, behavioral issues, diabetes, etc.). To best care for your child, please inform us on the registration form of any allergies or medical conditions so we can effectively prepare to provide great care for your child. If after reviewing your registration form we have further questions, our Program Coordinator, Food Service Director, or Camp Nurse may contact you prior to camp to ensure proper care will be provided.
 
Health Care
Since safety is a priority, 24-hour care by a trained LPN or RN will be available. In case of injury or emergency, the Camp Nurse will be available for basic care and to administer over-the-counter medications. However, the Camp Nurse will not administer prescription medications to campers. Youth leaders and parents should discuss each student’s health needs and plan how to oversee proper administration of prescription medications while at camp.
All medications, including over-the-counter, should be kept by a leader.
 
 
 

 

 

Cancelations

If cancellation is made eight weeks prior to the event, the deposit is fully refundable. If cancellation is made between eight weeks and the event date, the result will be forfeiture of deposit. However, the deposit may be transferred to another event or guest.