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Do you remember when...?
A Summer to Remember
A-Frame Chapel Pavilion
A Gift that Keeps on Giving
Horse Lovers of the World Unite
Annual Association Dinner
Ducky Derby & Family Festival Winners
Need Speakers? We've Got 'Em!
New Dinnerware for Sylvan View
A Good Night's Sleep
Breezewood Gets Cool(er)
Sylvan Has a New Look
A Summer to Remember
Upcoming Events
Ministry Opportunities
Board News
Water Quality Report |
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Do you remember when...?
Camp Hebron will soon be celebrating 55 years of ministry. Several Camp friends had asked us to chronicle the events since the last history was written. That was about 20-25 years. It is certainly good to preserve our legacy.
We have decided to offer it in the form of "Camp Hebron from A-Z". We are asking each of you to help by writing down specific memories related to an event, a person, a place or an activity. We will then chronicle it by the first letter. For instance a story about Maple Dell would be under M along with "Moon Bounce" and "Merv Miller". We are also asking that you assign a date to the story and we will list them in an appendix time line. This could be a lot of fun. You can submit these stories via email, Facebook or US mail (address on left side bar and at bottom of page). What is your favorite Camp Hebron memory, event or person. Write it up and send it in. We'll post the results on our website. Let's try to have a great start by next July, the official 55th anniversary.
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A-Frame Chapel Pavilion
The A-Frame Chapel at Camp Hebron has long been a symbol of the presence of God on this Holy ground. It was with much sadness that we locked the doors in 2001 due to structural problems that could present a danger to our guests. We were reluctant to take it down because it is so meaningful to so many.
We are pleased to announce that the essence of the Chapel will be revived and re-opened in the near future. We are in the process of raising funds to re-build the A-Frame as a Chapel Pavilion with an open air feel but the capability to close the sides in inclement weather. This will provide a 3-season, multi-purpose meeting space for recreation, dining and worship. It will include a family rest room that will also make it easier to care for those who use the soccer field.
The facade is to be preserved as we all remember it. Our plan will be to be good stewards and use as much of the original building material as we can. The total cost will be around $105,000 and we will begin construction when we have secured eighty percent of the needed funds. At the Association Dinner, we were challenged to raise the funds and have the new building ready to be dedicated on July 27, 2012-the 55th anniversary of Camp Hebron's incorporation as a non-profit ministry. Click here to make your contribution now and help us to meet this challenging yet achievable goal.
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A Gift that Keeps on Giving
This year make your Christmas shopping both easy and meaningful. Give Camp Hebron for Christmas. This could come in the form of a week of Camp, a special programmed retreat (like the Women's Retreat, Creation Celebration or a weekend Canoe Trip) or even just a getaway for two or the family in a cottage or the campground. Children truly value focused time with family and Camp provides a wide variety of options for quality time together. Check out the website, choose an experience and then contact the office for a gift certificate. It will be a gift that will have value far beyond the price.
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Ducky Derby & Family Festival Winners
Congratulations to this year's Ducky Derby Winners! 1,362 ducks were adopted and released to swim down Powell's Creek on August 20th. It was a beautiful day for the race and many cheered as their ducks navigated the many hazards on their way to the waterfall finish line. Over $9,000 was raised to support the ministry of Camp Hebron. Thank you to everyone who bought a duck ticket and for our business sponsors!
1st Place: |
Robert Kanagy family |
Duck #1050 |
2nd Place: |
Haley Nelson |
Duck #1068 |
3rd Place: |
Mike Baker |
Duck #706 |
4th Place: |
Lin & Bonnie Yoder |
Duck #224 |
5th Place: |
Luke Redcay |
Duck #1136 |
6th Place: |
Mary Neumyer |
Duck #323 |
7th Place: |
Robert Schulze |
Duck #1115 |
8th Place: |
Garrett Hess |
Duck #1110 |
9th Place: |
Jeff & Kathy Krug |
Duck #408 |
10th Place: |
Alex & Ann Aderton |
Duck #330 |
Last Place: |
Jimmy & Monica Kreider |
Duck #690 |
It was a great day with many fun family activities including a very popular barrel train ride for children young and old. Congratulations to the winners of our family scavenger hunt.
1st Place: |
Duckies Team (Stan & Gretchen Yost & family) |
2nd Place: |
Phillies Team(Robert & Audrey Kanagy & family) |
3rd Place: |
Team Kids (Art & Marlene Warren & family) |
A special thank you to our Gold and Bronze Duck business sponsors.
Gold Duck Sponsors: |
B.R. Kreider & Sons |
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Roland Builders |
Bronze Duck Sponsors: |
Hershey Advisors PC |
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Kreider Farms |
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The Sharp Shopper |
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Carl Snyder Realty |
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Don't miss Ducky Derby & Family Festival 2012!
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A Good Night's Sleep
Camp has benefited has recently from the generosity of our Family Camps and many other friends. The rooms in Hallways 1,2 and 4 in Sylvan have all received new single beds and queen mattresses. It is our hope to be able to do the same for hallways 3 and 5 in the near future. Oh the blessing of a good night's rest! We were also blessed to be able to donate all of the old mattresses to a ministry that helps the homeless to obtain lodging and furnishings.
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Speakers Available
|  You do not have to go to Camp Hebron to get a taste of the Hebron experience. That’s right, we will come to you. Several of our staff are prepared to come to your school, church or special event and offer a sermon, chapel presentation or lead challenge initiatives and games. Curt Louder, Kendra Martin, Dan Cannaday and Lanny Millette are all ready and willing to come and share the insights God has given them with your students, congregation or group. Give us a call, we are waiting by the phone (717-896-3441). Or you can send us an email.
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Sylvan Has a New Look
Things will look a little different the next time you walk into the main entrance at Sylvan View. Thanks to the generosity of a friend of Camp, we have installed a brand new door. The old chalet style double door has been replaced with a larger, single door with two side panels. The new door has two glass panes giving a much more open look to the facade. The entry door was the final piece in the lounge renovation.
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Dinnerware at Sylvan View
Most folks truly appreciate the china ceramic plates in Sylvan View. Over years of use the supply is dwindling and we can no longer order replacements. We are now in the process of replacing the entire inventory. We will need 200 place settings. We have found a great deal for an attractive 8 piece set at $25 per setting. We are hoping our faithful friends will pitch in for a setting or two. We will definitely find a way to benefit others with the remainder of the old set. Donations can be made on line or by mailing a check.
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Breezewood Gets Cool(er)
 The Breezewood Inn had a tendency to hold humidity in summer, creating a very uncomfortable environment for eating. This has been a concern for many years. Help came from an unexpected source as the large ventilation fan from the old A-Frame Chapel was moved to the Breezewood attic. A vent was cut into the ceiling. When running, the fan creates a nice draft pulling cooler air through the room. In addition we have installed two wall fans to aid in the circulation. A final piece will be the replacement of the windows. These new double pane windows will also reduce the cost of heating the building in winter. We are currently raising funds for the windows. We need 28 at $358 each. All are invited to help with this vital project.
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A Summer to Remember
Summer Program 2011 is now in the history books. It was a wonderful time of worship, activity and good old fashioned fun!
Each summer we have a theme song that helps to guide our focus. This year it was Jesus Freak by DC Talk. The campers were encouraged to "Stand Out" for Jesus. They strummed the air guitar and sang with gusto, "What will people think if they hear that I'm a Jesus Freak? What will people do when they find out it's true? I don't really care if they label me a Jesus Freak, there ain't no disguising the Truth. Jesus is the way!" The key learning was that our beliefs need to make a difference in our behavior.
There was no end to the fun activities as we experienced horse camps, adventure camps, sports camps, drama/art/dance camps, nature camps and, of course, Family Camps. Several of the weeks were full with a waiting list while others had room for more to come and join in the fun.
Many lives were touched and changed as a result of this summer. The Camper comments frequently talked about significant encounters with God and His love. Many expressed a desire to live differently because of what they learned this summer. The staff was mentioned frequently as great role models and friends. We were indeed blessed with a wonderful, hard working group.
It was indeed a summer to remember!
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Horse Lovers of the World Unite
 The Horse Connection Riding Club will begin meeting at camp again in November. All who love horses are invited to participate. The club meets on the first Sunday of each month at 6:00 pm at Sylvan View. Come on out, grab a hot drink and let’s talk about horses.
Camp Hebron has long been associated with horses. We offer several great week long camps in the summer and trail rides throughout the year. The more serious equestrian can also benefit from lessons with Susan Berger, a nationally recognized instructor and her well trained staff.
Don't miss this opportunity to get together for fellowship and networking with other horse lovers.
Click here for more details.
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Upcoming Events
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Ministry Opportunities at Camp Hebron
"I can’t believe I get paid to do this!" exclaimed one of the staff. It is indeed a privilege to be able to serve the Lord for one’s livelihood.
 In addition to the paid roles, camp is a great place to volunteer. There are opportunities in the kitchen helping with meal preparation and cleanup, housekeeping with deep cleaning or room turnovers, maintenance with wood cutting, grounds maintenance, painting, etc. (many opportunities depending on your skill set and time availability) and program, especially in the fall, winter and spring. Currently, there is a need for help to keep the grounds looking nice. We can always use help weeding, mulching, pruning, edging, etc.
Contact camp for more information (717-896-3441 or 800-864-7747) , download an application now or email now to express interest or ask for more information. We would love to serve with you.
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Water Quality Report
Two years ago the PA Department of Environmental Protection determined that Camp had grown to the point that we are now a Community Water System. This requires bringing the water storage above ground. Several sheds have been built on the site to house the pumps and tanks. There is also additional testing and reporting. One of the requirements is that we produce an annual report related to water quality which must be made available to all users of the system. The first Consumer Confidence Report has been completed and may be accessed by clicking on the link.
The cost to install the required updates totaled about $44,000. Approximately $8,000 is still needed to complete paying for the project. Donations are welcome. Any questions or concerns may be directed to Lanny Millette, Executive Director.
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Board News
Camp Hebron has been continually blessed with a dedicated and dynamic Board of Directors to help lead us through the challenging times we face. We have recently undergone a few changes. The most significant is that Mindi Schrock resigned her role as a Board Director following the May meeting. Mindi and Brad have felt a call to relocate with their family to Indiana. We will miss Mindi's contributions to our ministry. The Board has asked current advisor, Lamar Weaver, to fulfill her role for the remainder of this year while we seek a replacement for the final two years of her term. Joyce Martin will be completing her third term at the end of this year and therefore must go off the Board for at least a year. Rosalie Roland has agreed to return to the Board in January of 2012. Rosalie had served many years in the 80's and 90's, including a few years as Board President. We are excited to have her return to the Board. Kathy Krug of Mechanicsburg has also joined the Board as an Advisor. These join Leon Buckwalter, President; Bruce Stauffer, Vice-President; Doug Garrett, Treasurer; Jim Kreider, Secretary; Audrey Kanagy, Fifth Member of the Executive Committee; Carol Hershey, Director; Lester Weaver. Director;and Bob Fell, Advisor. The Camp Hebron Board meets bi-monthly. These meetings are normally held at the EMM Meetinghouse in Salunga. September is typically an overnight retreat at Camp. This year it will be held September 16-17. The November meeting will be on the 15th at Salunga. Contact Lanny Millette for more information or to suggest an item for the Board agenda.
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Back Row Left to Right: Lester Weaver, Jim Kreider, Bob Fell, Bruce Stauffer
Front Row Left to Right: Carol Hershey, Joyce Martin, Leon Buckwalter, Mindi Schrock, Audrey Kanagy
Not in Photo: Doug Garrett, Kathy Krug, Rosalie Roland, Lamar Weaver |
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55th Annual Association Meeting "Stands Out"
Many of Camp's faithful supporters came out on the evening of October 6 to celebrate another year of ministry through Camp Hebron. The summer theme of "Stand Out" was reprised and so fitting for the 55th anniversary kick off. Highlights of the summer were featured including a most eloquent testimony by Nadia Blayer of Millersburg, PA. She noted that worship dance is her love language to God and the Worship Arts Camp gives her the best of all her worlds. She was totally blessed and felt she grew tremendously this summer. She was followed by Dean Sauder who "tied" together his remarks by wearing a different necktie for each way he has interacted with Camp. He gave thoughts as a teacher working with students who have worked at Camp, a camper himself, a parent of campers and this summer, a member of the summer staff. In his role as Pastor to the Staff He was able to interact with some of his students in a new and meaningful way.
Curt Louder, Program Director, and Lanny Millette, Executive Director, both shared reflections on the current state of Camp and their dreams for the future. Curt has been working with his staff to adjust the program offerings and is excited to see significant growth, 25% over the past four years. Lanny expressed appreciation for God's provision at just the right time. He shared two stories of prayers being answered in a very timely and dramatic fashion including a check in the mail sufficient to cover the checks that would soon be in the mail. He also described the capital improvements that are underway and on the horizon. Most significant is the plan for the new A-Frame Chapel Pavilion (read more).
Dr Todd Williams gave the Keynote address entitled "Walking a Different Path" He reflected on his own Camp Hebron experience and stated that he did not believe he would be a College President today (Philadelphia Biblical University) if he had not had his Camp Hebron experience. He noted that camp people know how to work and are willing to do most anything to advance the cause. He looks for camp experience when hiring. He stated that many of the camp founders invested in him and now he looks for opportunities to invest in the next generation. Camp is a great place to do that and he encouraged all present to continue to invest in a ministry that God has sustained and blessed for 55 years.
The meeting also serves as the Business meeting for the Association. Leon Buckwalter, Jim Kreider and Rosalie Roland were elected to serve three year terms as Directors. Special recognition was given to Joyce Martin who, after nine years of service, will be "maxing" off the Board in December. She was presented with a commemorative plaque in honor of her service to Camp. Jim and Linda Kreider offered a skit in which they reflected on how they came upon the idea of giving the gift of Camp to their grandchildren. They encouraged others to do the same. They also encouraged monthly giving because it allows Camp to count on a steady income. Jolene Ness, Director of Development, thanked all for their support. An offering of $11,107.96 (gifts and pledges) was given. Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
More information about the Association.
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