you’ll enjoy swimming, games, hiking and sleeping in
) ANNUAL BBQ
treeboats under the trees. Limit 36.
F201 June 20 (4 p.m.) – June 23 (4 p.m.)
Dean: Rev. Nora Mendyk & Rev. Samm Johnston
Cost (A):$210 (B):$235 (C):$260
Giddy up for God!
Horse lovers, sign-up today! You’ll learn the basics in
horseback riding while enjoying God’s creation and meeting
new friends along the trails! Limit 36.
F202 July 11 (2 p.m.) – July 15 (2 p.m.)
Dean: Rev. Nancy Phillips | Cost (A):$290 (B):$315 (C):$340
GRADES 3 - 6
Zoobilee
Sleeping with the snakes and sharks! First, you’ll experience
God’s world at Camp Fontanelle with swimming, games,
crafts and hikes. Then you’ll experience God’s world by
spending ONE night at the Henry Doorly Zoo with a personal
tour. Limit 40
F301 July 5 (2 p.m.) – July 8 (4 p.m.)
Dean: Rev. Michelle Reed | Cost (A):$265 (B):$290 (C):$315
Girls Only
Girl time and adventure, experience an ideal environment
to encourage sisterly love and acceptance. Take time to
deepen your relationship with God. Optional recreational
tree climbing on ropes wearing a harness. Enjoy a pajama
party and sleep in treeboats while watching a movie under
the stars. Along with other Camp Fontanelle classic activities.
F303 July 18 (10 a.m.) – July 22 (10 a.m.)
Dean: Rev. Lyn Seiser | Cost (A):$240 (B):$265 (C):$290
Splish Splash
This summer, check out the coolest place in Nebraska! Splish
Splash will beat the heat with water fun in the sun as you
grow in the Son! Enjoy lots of wet fun including a water park
and ice-skating!
F304 July 25 (2 p.m.) – July 29 (2 p.m.)
Dean: Rev. Craig Finnestad | Cost (A):$260 (B):$285 (C):$310
Boys Only
Guy time at camp. Explore the woods, sleep under the stars
in treeboats, play many outdoor games, go swimming,
campfires, hiking, venture into the corn maze, and other
activities guys would like to do.
F305 August 1 (2 p.m.) – August 5 (10 a.m.)
Dean: Rev. Robert Perry | Cost (A):$240 (B):$265 (C):$290
F503 July 11 (4 p.m.) – July 15 (7 p.m.
Dean: STAFF | Cost (A):$290 (B):$315 (C):$340
GRADES 6 – 9
Gods World Of Fun!
Join us as we share with each other the joys of living in Gods
World. Experience the wonders of nature and the thrilling
rides of life. We will travel to spend one day at Worlds Of Fun!
Limit 36.
F504 June 20 (10 a.m.) – June 24 (10 a.m.)
Dean: Kelli Brandt & Natalie Nelson
Cost (A):$310 (B):$335 (C):$360
Off-Road
Explore Fontanelle’s trails this summer as you ride your bike!
Search for trees faces, conquer challenges, enjoy creative
teamwork activities on your bike. You’ll ride the camp’s trails
and enjoy God’s creation as well as swim,
face the challenge course, play ultimate frisbee,
cooking out, and learn more about God’s plan for your life!
Limit 15.
F505 July 18 (4 p.m.) – July 21 (4 p.m.)
Dean: Klint Stewart | Cost (A):$190 (B):$210 (C):$220
GRADES 7 – 12
Confirmation
Confirmation and summer camp go hand-in-hand! Get a
jump start on your confirmation journey! Designed for group
building, this camp will prepare students and equip the adults
who lead confirmation. Confirmation Camp is designed for
pastors to bring their confirmation class to cover the basics of
confirmation training. Students will complete the curriculum
“Claim the Name” during camp. Each church sending a
camper must also provide an adult to sponsor and/or teach.
F601 June 27 (10 a.m.) – June 30 (10 a.m.)
Dean: Your Pastor | Cost (A):$170 (B):$190 (C):$210
F602 July 5 (10 a.m.) – July 8 (10 a.m.)
Dean: Rev. Bill Ritter | Cost (A):$170 (B):$190 (C):$210
Survivor II: Wilderness Outpost
Journey with us into the wilderness to encounter God in new
ways. Learn how to trust in God and in your fellow travelers
as you overcome various challenges. Working together
in teams, you will build shelters and sleep in them. Learn
various survival skills for life and your walk with Christ. You’ll
also participate in the challenge course, climb trees, laser tag,
go tubing on the river and enjoy the water slide. Our week
concludes with the exciting “banana relay!”
Family fun for all! Dinner served, Opening of the 5th Annual
Corn Maze. 11a.m. and 5 p.m. worship. Quilt auction, silent
auction including buck and turkey hunting options, face
painting, hayrack rides, pumpkins, entertainment, archery,
petting zoo, pony rides, bouncer, tree climbing, and much
more! This is the only major fundraising event for Camp
Fontanelle. Help support your camp.
Date: Sunday September 18, 2011 (11 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
Open to the public. Cost: Free will donation
Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Come get lost in the corn. Our 10 acre corn maze is in its 5th
year of operation. You have the option of two exits. Plan on at
least 1 hour in the maze then walk over to the petting barn to
meet our animal friends or to play lawn games or Laser tag in
the maze $3/game/person between 2 pm and 6 pm and $2
pony rides – check website for details. Campfires, concessions
and weekday group events available! Pumpkins are free will
donation.
Dates: Saturday & Sundays, September 18 through October 30,
2011 (1 p.m. – 7 p.m.)
Open to the public. Cost: Adults $6; Kids $4
Halloween Wilderness Race
Join the fun run/walk in costume. This 5k race will take you
to unseen areas of Camp Fontanelle, across the creek, up
and down the cliffs, over fallen trees, all over God’s creation.
A tamer one mile walk will also be available. Register for the
race at campfontanelle.com.
Date: Saturday October 29, 2011 (starts @ 4 p.m. come early for
your number) Cost: $20
Scary Maze
Try something new! Our maze will not disappoint. Switch
over from your normal Halloween traditions/houses and
experience a corn maze with spooks at night! A movie and
a campfire are also provided at no extra cost. Come with
your youth group, school group, scout troop, or your date.
It doesn’t matter who you bring, no one is exempt from
getting some thrills in our maze! Probably not appropriate for
children.
Dates: October 21, 22, & 29 only (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
Open to the public. Cost: Adults $6; Kids $4
Search for Treats
Churches are invited to pass out goodies and share with
others information about their church. Bring the kids out and
see how many people and treats they can find.
Date: Sunday October 23, 2011 (2 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
Open to the public. Cost: 1 child free with 1 paid adult
Keen Age (retired adults)
“You’re never too old to learn…and play”?
Have you heard this adage? Then you know what this camp
is about! It’s not your typical camp experience…you will be
staying in the Overlook Lodge (hotel-like rooms) and playing
in air-conditioned spaces. We will take a look at finding and
serving God in our everyday’s. It’s a great opportunity to
make some new friends, share stories, gather around the
campfire to roast marshmellows, eat s’mores, sing some great
songs and play like you are a kid again! There won’t even be a
curfew!! Come join the fun!
CK01 July 6th (1pm) – July 8th (1pm) Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$231 (B):$ 257 (C):$284
Cost: Single Room (A):$180 (B):$189 (C):$198
Double (each) (A):$150 (B):$158 (C):$166
Triple (each) (A):$130 (B):$137 (C):$144
Grades 9-12
Comeca Mobile Mission
How about some “do good” time?! Join other youth on
our Mobile Mission as we reach out to those who are less
fortunate than ourselves. You will work hard and play hard as
we serve on mission projects in the area. You will have time at
the camp, as well as on the road, as we strive to be the hands
of Christ. Are you ready to serve…no experience necessary!
Space is limited – register early!
C401 June 13th (1pm) – June 17th (1pm)
Deans: Pastor Doug and Carolyn Smith
Cost: (A):$276 (B):$302 (C):$347
Summer Retreat
Time away at a place you’ll love–it’s time to gather with new
friends and old as we grow closer to God and build Christian
community! We will swim, boat, climb, and “fly” with the Spirit
as we sharpen our skills at seeing God all around us every
day! Grab a friend and come join the fun!
C402 June 20th (3pm) – June 24th (1pm)
as a complete confirmation package, you will have fun while
learning the basics of being a United Methodist. It won’t
be “all work and no play,” we will include lots of activities.
Curiosity is welcome!
C301 June 19th (3pm) – June 22nd (1pm)
Deans: Pastor Greg and Pastor Michelle Reed
Cost: (A):$189 (B):$215 (C):$242
Summer Retreat
Time away at a place you’ll love- it’s time to gather with new
friends and old as we grow closer to God and build Christian
community! We will swim, boat, climb, and “fly” with the Spirit
as we sharpen our skills at seeing God all around us every
day! Grab a friend and come join the fun!
C302 June 20th (3pm) – June 24th (1pm)
Dean: Laura Stubblefield & United Campus Ministry
Cost: (A):$231 (B): 257 (C):$284
No Boys Allowed
Yep! It’s time for “girls to themselves” as we join together in
sisterly love and acceptance discovering what it means find
God in our everyday lives! It will be all things GIRL as we make
new friends and renew old friendships. There will be a special
night for being “girlie girls”…primping will be allowed!
C303 June 27th (3pm) – June 30th (1pm)
Dean: Amber Davis | Cost: (A):$189 (B):$215 (C):$242
Man Camp
Are you ready to experience a week of sweat, action, and
all things manly!!! This is the camp for you! Join other guys
around the campfire, paddling the boats, climbing the rock
wall…and so much more! You will learn what it means to be
a “Man of God” and how to find God in your everyday as you
make new buddies and put into practice the teachings of the
greatest man ever…Jesus!
meals over an open fire, doing a little star gazing, hiking some
trails, plus the usual swimming and stuff! This new adventure
will be an opportunity to take a look at the Great Spirit…the
Spirit of God! We will learn about creation and taking care of
our earth. Limited space, sign-up early!
C305 July 18th (3pm) – July 22nd (1pm)
Performing Arts
Do you like to sing? Are you a “budding” actor? Is there a spring
in your dance step? Do you have a creative mind? We’ve got
the place for you! We will share our spiritual gifts as we prepare
a musical drama to be performed on the last day of camp for
your family and friends! You will experience tryouts (there will
be a part for everyone who wants one), learn a dance or two,
and even work with your hands in creating a set. No previous
experience is necessary! Limited space, sign-up early.
C306 July 25th (3pm) – July 29th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$231 (B):$257 (C):$284
Grades 1-2
Sonshine Camp
Come join the fun as we build camp memories, make new
friends, play games, swim, and learn how to find the Spirit of
God throughout our days. This is a two night stay…parents
and stuffed animals are welcome, but not required!
C201 June 24th (3pm) – June 26th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$116 (B):$126 (C):$137
Discovery Day
You want to come to camp but you don’t think you’re ready
for the overnight stay…this is the camp for you! This action
Dean: Laura Stubblefield & United Campus Ministry Staff
Cost: (A):$231 (B):$257 (C):$284
Week in the Son
Do you want to meet new friends? See some old ones? Hang
out at a camp that has it all? Do you want to know if God is
still relevant today and if he has something to say to you?
From heart-felt chapel services to the swimming pool, from
the lake to the indoor gym, from the climbing wall to the zip
line, from awesome Christian counselors to the dance–you
will find your God-given purpose at Week in the Son!
C405 July 11th (3pm) – July 15th (1pm)
Deans: Pastor Mike Benischek and John Butler
Cost: (A):$231 (B):$257 (C):$284
youTheology
It’s not for everyone, but it just might be for YOU! Are you in
high school? Are you a leader? Do you want to be a leader?
Do you want to do more, learn more, and be closer to God?
• Join a diverse community of passionate people
• Clarify/Find your call
• Ask the questions YOU want to ask
• Talk about your faith
• Chat with church, seminary, and community leaders
• Do hands-on ministry
• Visit historic Methodist sites while learning our history
and tradition
Is youTheology for you? youTheologians who APPLY and are
ACCEPTED into the program will start with a week at Camp
Comeca in June 2011. $500, payable upon acceptance into
the program, covers one week at camp, an overnight in March
2012, and a 10-day pilgrimage (trip) in June 2012 to New York,
Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington DC. Application
deadline is April 13, 2011. APPLY at www.youtheology.
com/nebraska or by email, director@campcomeca.com.
Questions? Contact Rev. Dr. Jesse Foster, 402-464-5994
ext.109 or 1-800-453-6107, jfoster01@umcneb.org or Pastor
Tammy Aubushon at Camp Comeca, 308-784-2808,
director@campcomeca.com.
Grades 6-8
Confirmation Camp
Are you ready for the “Not Your Usual Confirmation
Experience?!” If you are considering confirmation in your local
church, you have faith questions, or want to talk about “what
you believe” Confirmation Camp is the place for you! Whether
as a supplement to your local church's program or C304 July
5th (3pm) – July 8th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$189 (B):$215 (C):$242
Week in the Son
Do you want to meet new friends? See some old ones? Hang
out at a camp that has it all? Do you want to know if God
is still relevant today and if he has something to say to you?
From heart-felt chapel services to the swimming pool, from
the lake to the indoor gym, from the climbing wall to the
zipline, from awesome Christian counselors to the dance -
you will find your God-given purpose at Week in the Son!
C305 July 11th (3pm) – July 15th (1pm)
Deans: Pastor Mike Benischek and John Butler
Cost: (A):$231 (B):$257 (C):$284
Grades 3-5
Live Like Jesus
Come join old friends and new as we find God in our
everyday’s…learn what Jesus would do…and discover if
we’ve “got Spirit”! There will be crafts, swimming, boats, zip
line, rock wall, and more! OH, we can’t forget the great music
and worship! You will want to be a part of it all…bring your
friends too!
C201 June 6th (3pm) – June 10th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$231 (B):$257 (C):$284
No Boys Allowed
Yep! It’s time for “girls to themselves” as we join together in
sisterly love and acceptance discovering what it means find
God in our everyday lives! It will be all things GIRL as we make
new friends and renew old friendships. There will be a special
night for being “girlie girls”…primping will be allowed!
C202 June 27th (3pm) – June 30th (1pm)
Dean: Amber Davis | Cost: (A):$189 (B):$215 (C):$242
Man Camp
Are you ready to experience a week of
sweat, action, and all things manly! This is the camp
for you! Join other guys around the campfire, paddling the
boats, climbing the rock wall…and so much more! You will
learn what it means to be a “Man of God” and how to find
God in your everyday as you make new buddies and put into
practice the teachings of the greatest man ever…Jesus!
C304 July 5th (3pm) – July 8th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$189 (B):$215 (C):$242
Tepees, Trails, & Spirit
Are you ready for a new adventure? THIS IS IT! We will be
camping out in the canyon in tepees, cooking some of our
filled day will give you a taste of “all things camp”! We will
play games, swim, experience creative Bible activities, and
so much more. Please bring your favorite adult (relative or
friend) along with you.
C202 July 16th (10am – 4 pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: $30 Price includes adult & youth together
Pre-Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Guardian Angel
Want to start making some great camp memories? Bring your
favorite adult (relative or friend) with you for an overnight
camp experience. Have some memory making time with
that special adult as we play games, swim, sing around the
campfire, make and eat s’mores, and learn how to find God
every day and everywhere! Stuffed animals or favorite
blankets are welcome!
C101 June 18th (1pm) – June 19th (1pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: (A):$58 (B):$68 (C):$79
Child and adult each pay. Adults required. $10 discount per
extra child with designate adult.
Discovery Day
You want to come to camp but you don’t think you’re ready
for the overnight stay…this is the camp for you! This action
filled day will give you a taste of “all things camp”! We will play
games, swim, experience creative Bible activities and so much
more. Please bring your favorite adult (relative or friend)
along with you.
C102 July 16th (10am – 4 pm)
Deans: Comeca Staff | Cost: $30 Price includes adult & youth together
Annual Buffalo BBQ
Sunday, September 25th (Worship at 10am and Family Activities
from 10am-5pm) | Cost: Free Will Donation
Other
Check the Comeca website www.campcomeca.com or call
308-784-2808 for further details on:
• Walk to Emmaus
• Chrysalis
• Marriage Encounter
• United Methodist Men – Wings and a Prayer
• United Methodist Women Gateway District Meeting
• Craft Camp
2011 Norwesca BBQ
Sunday, September 25th, 2011
Great food, balloon animals, hiking, games, hayrack rides,
bounce house, camp tours, and friends abound during our
annual fun(d) raiser! Help support your camp.
Date: Sunday September 25, 2011 (11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Open to the public. Cost: Free will donation
Preschool – Kindergarten
Guardian Angel
Calling all first time campers! Bring your favorite adult
with you as you start making great camp memories. Build
confidence and meet new friends as we grow in God’s love
together through fun, games, Bible stories, music, crafts,
s’mores and singing around the campfire, the super slide,
and more.
N100A June 17 (4 p.m.) – June 18 (4 p.m.)
Cost: (A):$55 (B):$65 (C):$75
N100B July 15 (4 p.m.) – July 16 (4 p.m.)
Cost: (A):$55 (B):$65 (C):$75
Grades 1 – 2
SonShine
Welcome to Camp! Build camp memories with your favorite
adult and meet new friends as we share two overnights of
camp fun and learn about the love of Jesus together through
games, Bible stories, crafts, hiking, s’mores and singing around
the campfire, the super slide, a hayrack ride, and more.
N125 July 15 (4 p.m.) – July 17 (4 p.m.)
Cost: (A):$105 (B):$120 (C):$135
Grades 1 – 3
DaySpring
Did you love being a Guardian Angel camper but thought it
was just too short? DaySpring is the camp for you! We will
spend three days sharing together as we learn more about
who God is and who we are as God’s children. And of course
we’ll stay busy doing all sorts of wonderful and crazy camp
Pine Ridge Riders
All tenderfoots welcome! You can learn a lot about yourself
atop the saddle of a 1200 pound horse. Grow in your faith
while learning the basics of horse riding, grooming, and care.
Then you will be ready for the rugged trails of Chadron State
Park. All this plus a ton of activities at Camp Norwesca will
make this a busy and wonderful week of Old West fun.
N350 July 11 (3 p.m.) – July 15 (11 a.m.)
Dean: Pastor Seth Leypoldt | Cost (A):$290 (B):$315 (C):$340
Grades 6 – 8
God’s Notes
Pack your talents for a week of singing, dancing, acting, and
bunches of fun as we honor God with our gifts by preparing a
musical drama to be performed on the last night of camp. We
will also discover more about God’s love through Bible studies
and all sorts of other crazy “camp stuff.” Please register early
so we can send you information about the musical.
N200 June 20 (3 p.m.) – June 25 (11 a.m.)
Dean: Mickey Aruffo | Cost (A):$270 (B):$295 (C):$320
Girls Only
Come participate in a community of sisterly love and
acceptance as we discover what it means to be a daughter of
the King of Kings! We will learn more about building strong,
trusting relationships as we share all sorts of adventures
together. Stay up late one night and get up late the next
morning for a breakfast pajama party! Swimming, hiking,
teambuilding, archery, an option to sleep under the stars, and
more will make this a week not to be missed.
N325 June 27 (3 p.m.) – July 1 (11 a.m.)
Dean: Pastor Mollie Ronge | Cost (A):$270 (B):$295 (C):$320
N651 Pine Ridge Riders July 11 (10 a.m.) – July 15 (3 p.m.)
N652 Girls Only June 27 (10 a.m.) – July 1 (4 p.m.)
N653 DaySpring July 5 (10 a.m.) – July 8 (4 p.m.)
N654 SonShine July 15 (10 a.m.) – July 17 (6 p.m.)
N655 Mission Possible August 1 (10 a.m.) – August 5 (4 p.m.)
Specialty
Camp Hope
We all have challenges in our lives. This is your chance to
break from your normal routine and enjoy time with God and
friends in the Pine Ridge. Camp Hope is intended for youth
and adult campers with developmental challenges. Join
old and new friends for games, Bible study, crafts, s’mores
and singing around the campfire, and more. Each camper
is encouraged to invite a buddy to accompany and support
them while participating in all the fun.
N925 July 5 (3 p.m.) – July 8 (11 a.m.)
Cost (A):$175 (B):$195 (C):$215
Camp Hope Buddy: $60
Volunteers in Mission
Youth or adult groups welcome! Make Camp Norwesca
your base for a custom designed program week of Christian
service. Grow in your faith, build relationships, and learn the
value of teamwork as you follow Christ’s call to serve others.
Groups can choose from a variety of projects around Camp
Norwesca, the Nebraska National Forest, and the Chadron
community. (Groups must provide their own transportation
for off-site field trips.)
N625 Your group sets the date
Please contact Camp Norwesca for more information