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2008 SUMMER PROGRAM

2008 SUMMER THEME: ON THE WAY!

Whether walking, wandering, fleeing, or traveling along the way, biblical characters are constantly on a journey of faith with God. This summer campers will hear the stories of the journeys taken by God’s people. They will be invited to take their own journeys – to camp - within the camp community - and back home.

 Download our 2008 Summer Brochure

For your convenience all necessary applications and forms can be download on our FORMS page.

We believe that every child or youth should have the opportunity to go to camp.  Our fees are set low to make this possible.  The generous giving of supporters and First Presbyterian Church members subsidizes the ever growing cost of operating a camping ministry.  However, if there are families who need financial assistance we have a Campership fund.  If you need assistance please call the Church at 406.586.9194 or download and submit a Campership application which can also be found on our FORMS page.

DATE PROGRAM Grade
May 23-26 Family Camp Weekend All
     
June 2-7 Summer Staff Training 
June 9-13 Day Camp 1 - Bible Day Camp K-5
June 16-20 Adventure Camp 6-12
June 23-27 Day Camp 2 - Creation Day Camp K-5
June 23-27 LIT Camp - Leaders In Training 9-12
     
July 1-3 Satellite Day Camp at Lame Deer  
July 7-11 Day Camp 3 - Art Day Camp K-5
July 11-13 Family Fly Fishing Camp All
July 14-18 Traditional Elementary Camp 3-5
July 21-25 Jr. High M.A.D. Camp 6-8
July 28-Aug 1 Day Camp 4 - Clown and Circus Camp K-5
     
August 2 Sweet Pea Parade (Tentative)  
August    
 
** Ages are determined by the grade campers have completed.  All day camps meet outside First Presbyterian Church at 9:30 am, ride the bus to camp, and return to the church for pick-up at 3:30 pm, unless otherwise noted. 
ROCKHAVEN SUMMER STAFF    

All Rockhaven summer staff are screened, hired and trained to lead campers through a safe and nurturing, Christian camp experience.  Each camper is unique, every camper is special.  The Rockhaven staff is trained to lead campers from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds in building a community of faith in which to grow spiritually, intellectually and physically.  Dedicated, mature and highly motivated individuals possessing prior camp experience or background working with children are selected to fill our staff positions.  Rockhaven’s application process includes criminal background checks for all staff.  The staff is provided with an intensive leadership and counselor training program prior to summer and receive on-going training and mentoring throughout the season by the camp director.

PROGRAM GOALS:

  • To encourage an understanding of basic Christian principles through character development (caring, honesty, respect and responsibility).
  • To plant the seeds of Christian community.
  • To encourage an appreciation and understanding of nature and our place in God’s world.
  • To have FUN!
  • To challenge each camper mentally, physically and spiritually.
  • To provide a safe environment to experience, discover and grow.
  • To develop understanding, acceptance and appreciation of the uniqueness of each person.

DAY CAMPS

 
Bible Day Camp: Grades K-5    
Pack your day bag, journey to Rockhaven, take a walk back in time and learn first hand what life was like in Bible times.  Hear Bible characters tell stories of their journey to faith, and on the way, eat their food, experience their traditions, create handmade crafts, and explore your own faith on a road to discovery and fun in a safe Christian community.

FEE: $80 per person

  


 
Creation Day Camp: Grades K-5    
Whether it’s a blade of grass or a majestic mountain take a journey this week in nature and experience God’s awesome creation.  Discover how God's beauty and power can be seen in nature all around us.  Along with traditional camp activities like worship, singing, games, stories, and crafts, campers will also participate in nature hikes, stream studies, and bird watching.  Campers will have a great time as they learn to better understand and appreciate God's gift of creation.  

BONUS PROGRAM: Campers this week are invited along with their parents to return to Rockhaven Friday night for a campfire cookout, animal stories and a late night star discovery.

FEE: $80 per person

  


 
Art Day Camp: Grades K-5    

Do you have a gift for art and creativity?  If so, join us for Art Day Camp and “On the way” paint your life a beautiful image of God’s love and grace. Spend extra time in the Craft room in addition to all of the other fun activities Rockhaven offers.  Contribute your artistic talent to a collaborative creative project for Rockhaven, painting a mural in the game room and enjoying a week in a safe Christian environment. 

FEE: $80 per person

  


 
Clown and Circus Day Camp: K-5    

Learn the ancient art of the clown in a series of workshops on clowning, character development, and juggling; physical comedy, mime and circus skills.  Campers develop self confidence by expressing themselves and their faith through clowning, circus skills and God's gift of laughter.  This program will be led by Rockhaven Director Scott Thrasher, a retired professional clown and juggler who toured the country for twelve years; performing in schools, theatres and Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.  The week will conclude with a BIG SHOW for family, friends and the Bozeman community.

All parents, family and friends are invited to bring a picnic dinner to share with your camper Friday evening at 6pm and then enjoy the BIG SHOW at 7pm!  On Friday campers will enjoy a longer day than usual to prepare for  the show.  (Show location to be determined.)

FEE: $100 per person

  


 
 

RESIDENTIAL CAMPS

 
Adventure Camp: Grades 6-12    

Looking for a week full of adventure, teamwork, spiritual growth, and close friendships, in a caring Christian environment? Then this camp is for you!  Besides the typical camp activities, this week is packed with experiential learning, day hikes, rock climbing, rappelling, and white water rafting.  You'll experience God through faith, challenges, commitment, accountability, praise, worship, and fellowship around the fire.

FEE: $260 per person

  


 
Leaders In Training  Program (LIT) Grades 9-12

If you have a heart for mission and the desire to become a servant leader or a summer camp counselor then Rockhaven’s new LIT program is for you.  You will spend the week exploring your faith and developing leadership skills with specialized training with the camp director and hands on experience during one of Rockhaven’s Day Camp programs with actual live children. At night kick back and enjoy camp with other kids your age and share stories, play team building games, watch movies, build community and grow as a faith family.  Upon completion of the LIT program you may be eligible for an invitation to return as a volunteer helper or a paid Junior Staff member.  This program requires an application to be submitted along with camper registration. 

FEE: $210 per person

  


 
Traditional Elementary Camp: Grades 3-5

This overnight camp is designed especially for 3rd and 5th graders. This week is a journey that will fill you with memories that will last a lifetime with kids your own age in a caring Christian environment.  “Along the way” you'll enjoy a wide variety of traditional camp activities during the day such as worship, bible study, the challenge course, games, hikes, crafts and rock climbing. As each day turns to night enjoy the cherished moments of summer camp with campfires, stories, singing, s’mores, and night games. 

FEE: $210 per person

  


 
Junior High M.A.D Camp: Grades 6-8
It's MAD! Exploring, celebrating and sharing our unique gifts from God, campers put their theatrical, comedic, musical and creative talents to work at Rockhaven's Music, Arts and Drama camp. Enjoy all your favorite traditional camp activities but spend extra time each day learning the skills to mount the grand finale performance on Friday night at 6:30pm for your family and friends 

FEE: $210 per person

  


 
 

FAMILY CAMPS

 
Family Camp Weekend

Take a journey with the whole family this Memorial Day Weekend to beautiful Rockhaven Camp. Spend the weekend singing, hiking, playing games, star-gazing, worshiping, praying, telling stories and enjoying the fellowship of others around the campfire eating s’mores.  This will be a relaxed program designed just to have fun and grow as a family of faith. Come and join us for this great way to kick off the summer.

FEE: $35 per person

  


 
Fly Fishing Camp
Spend a weekend at Rockhaven and world class fishing on the Gallatin River learning the skills and inspiration to start you on your way to becoming a proficient fly fisherman. This camp program is suitable for any level and anyone interested in getting their feet wet and enjoying the great art of fly fishing.  Learn proper fly casting, gear, fly tying, entomology, knots and how to "read" the water in a sport that will provide a lifetime of enjoyment.  Campers may bring their own fly rod and reel, or a "loaner" will be provided.

FEE: $75 first person,  $50 second person, $25 all others

  

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