At Horizon Summer Camps, we want your input into the theme, the stucture, and the planning of camp. We desire to create a camp that fits with your youth ministry philosophy. We want to become an extension of your youth ministry and you make the difference. To learn more about our camps, read below.
Horizon Camp Planning
(Accept No Substitutes)
Has your student ministry ever planned camp and taken care of all the details--finding a location, booking your worship leaders, to writing your curriculum? It puts a lot on your plate and leaves you burnt out when it's over. Or maybe you've been on the other end of youth camp, where someone else does all the programming and you don't have input into the theme, structure, and philosophy. But what if you did?
Our goal is to meet you somewhere in between. What if you had a voice in camp planning, but didn't have to put every detail together? Would you like to be heard in the development of camp?
We meet twice a year to discuss the issues affecting your students and how we can design a camp to meet those needs. Like you, we value creativity, quality, and freedom. Our Camp Planning Meetings are your gateway to plan camp with us. Opportunity is knocking at your door...we 'd love to partner with you and your ministry!
The following dates are tentative:
Oct. 23, 2008 - Horizon Summer Camp Planning Meeting #1, Location: DFW
Jan. 22, 2009 - Horizon Summer Camp Planning Meeting #2, Location: MONKS Coffee Shop in Abilene
Camps 2009
(School is Out, Camp is In!)
Forms:
Camp 2009 Administration Info and Deposit Schedule
Camp 2009 Registration Form
For Medical Release and Excel Registration Forms please email horizon.jerry@gmail.com
Session 1 Middle School Only (June 22-26, 2009)
Lake Brownwood Christian Retreat -- Brownwood, TX
Early Bird Rate $220 per camper
Regular Rate $230
Late Rate $240
Session 2 (June 29 - July 3, 2009)
Heart of Texas Camp -- Brownwood, TX
Early Bird Rate $190
Regular Rate $200
Late Rate $210
Session 3 (July 6-10, 2009)
Mary Hardin-Baylor -- Belton, TX
Early Bird Rate $220
Regular Rate $230
Late Rate $240
Session 4 (July 13-17, 2009)
Howard Payne University -- Brownwood, TX
Early Bird Rate $225
Regular Rate $235
Late Rate $245
If none of these dates work for you, then email us about doing a Custom Camp for your students in 2009!
Signature Camp Events
(We are not Old School)
Celebration
Filled with music, videos, games, and other surprises, this is a time when we highlight youth ministers and students. From 80s to Western to Beauty and the Geek, we program Celebration around a daily theme and max it out with tons of energy. This aspect of camp gets better and better each year. You never know what to expect at Celebration!
The Lounge
A few years back, we discussed how to provide students with a way to learn and practice spiritual disciplines in a comfortable environment. The Lounge was born and experienced a great amount of success for the past 2 years. Led by our youth ministers, the Lounge is an optional opportunity for students to grow and deepen their personal worship before evening worship. Disciplines practiced at our 2006 Camps included: Practicing the Presence of God, Sacred Reading, and Examen. Our 2007 Camps featured multiple worship stations ranging from a Prayer Labyrinth to the Stations of the Cross. Each year we add a new opportunity for enhancing your time of personal worship.
Block Party
At the close of each day, campers pack the house for our themed Block Party. We provide the music, entertainment, special guests, and concessions. You dress up and provide the rest. This event has gained momentum since its inception and is a student favorite. During Celebration the next day, we give shout outs to the students with the best outfits, costumes, and spirit.