Shepherd's Hill at the Crossroads

VBS Opportunities for LCMS Congregations:
Vacation Bible School is still a great way to reach out into your community.  If your church needs assistance in making VBS a reality (i.e. It wouldn’t happen without Shepherd’s Hill @ The Cross Roads summer staff) – check out the dates below for available times to schedule our staff to come in.  We will do one of two options – Mon 9am through Wed noon with a closing noon program OR Thursday 9am through Saturday noon with a closing noon program.  Each day we run from 9am-4pm.  The cost is $25/student and a $100 per church transportation fee along with housing our staff in homes and providing their food.  Congregations are also asked to supply a couple of helpers.
June 14 -16;  June 17-19;  July 1-3;  July 5-7;  July 8-10;  August 2-4;  August 5-7;  August 9-11;  August 12-14


Counselor & Jr. Counselor in Training (CIT)
June 1, 2010 – June, 12, 2010
CIT begins Tuesday June 1, 2009 at 4:00pm. Participants must have completed 10th grade to serve in this capacity.  During this two week commitment we will spend several days in sessions that teach the skills SHCR requires of Counselors and Junior Counselors, as well as, the policies and procedures that are necessary to know to do the job effectively. It is highly recommended that you participate in this camp if you desire to work at SHCR in the future. $449


District Encounter Camp
June 13, 2010 – June 18, 2010
District Encounter Camp begins Sunday June 13, 2010 at 5:00pm. Join us as we encounter God through World; Worship; and Recreation Encounters.  Make new friends, learn basic leadership skills, reunite with old friends, grow in your relationship with Christ, and have fun in a camp setting. Our great team of leaders works under the ND District Division of Youth Ministry. $199


Beginner Horse Camp I
June 20, 2010 – June 25, 2010
Beginner Horse Camp II
June 27, 2010 – July 2, 2010
Beginner Horse Camp begins on Sunday at 5:00pm. Campers will learn the basics of horse riding including horse safety, how to bridle, saddle, properly get on the horse, grooming, and animal nutrition. Campers will grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and have the opportunity enjoy all of the wonders of God’s creation. Activities including the game room, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, softball, volleyball, hiking, and adventure course will be available. The week will conclude on Friday at 1:00pm. Campers must be ten years of age or older to participate. There is a limit ten campers per session. $299


Creation Camp
Great for Confirmation Classes — Open to adults
June 20, 2010 – June 25, 2010
Creation Camp starts Sunday June 20 at 5pm.  We are working with the Creation Museum for the contents of this camp.  We will bring in expert testimony from science and scripture, teaching participants the tough arguments against evolution.  We will help them to know how to defend their faith against this false teaching.  Campers will enjoy fellowship with other Christian friends and grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, and campfires. Campers will enjoy the game room and the many outdoor activities that SHCR has to offer including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, softball, volleyball, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available at an additional charge.  All lodging, food and program are covered in the fee of $219


Geocaching Adventure Camp
June 27, 2010 – July 2, 2010
Geocaching Adventure begins Sunday June 20, 2010 at 5:00pm. There is an abundance of adventure to be had with the challenge of finding a pre-placed object or   finding your way around. GPS equipment will be available. Each camper will also receive a compass and instructions. Campers will be challenged with games and finding coordinates with scripture references. Campers will have the opportunity to grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship. The game room and outdoor activities will be available including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, softball, volleyball, hiking, and adventure course. Trail Rides and Lead Rides will be available for an additional charge. The week concludes on Friday at 1:00pm. $219


Kinder Camp
June 27, 2010 – June 28, 2010
Kinder Camp begins Sunday June 27, 2010 at 5:00pm. Children entering kindergarten through first grade will love this camp! This is a great way to introduce children to camp. Campers will have the opportunity to use the game room and to enjoy the outdoor activities at SHCR while learning about God’s love through chapels, Bible studies, crafts, and campfires. Lead Rides are available for an additional charge. This camp will conclude on Monday at 6:00pm. Arrangements can be made for parents to stay on camp if there are concerns about their children’s overnight stay. $69


Discovery Camp
June 27, 2010 – June 29, 2010
Discovery Camp begins Sunday June 27, 2009 at 5:00pm. Children entering second and third grade will greatly enjoy this camp! Campers will enjoy the outdoor recreation activities offered at SHCR including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, and hiking while learning about God’s love through chapels, Bible studies, crafts, and campfires. Lead Rides are available for an additional charge. This camp will conclude on Tuesday at 6:00pm. Arrangements can be made for parents to stay on camp if there are concerns about their children’s overnight stay at camp. $99


Guitar Camp
June 27, 2010 – July 2, 2010
Guitar Camp begins Sunday July 11, 2010 at 5:00pm. Youth and adults of all ages including beginners and experienced guitar players are welcome! Campers will learn the basics of playing guitar and advance their skills at their own pace. In addition to improving their guitar playing skills campers will enjoy fellowship and grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, and campfires. Campers will enjoy the game room and the many outdoor activities that SHCR has to offer including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, softball, volleyball, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available at an additional charge. Please bring your own guitar. This week will conclude on Friday at 1:00pm with a mini-concert for all family and friends who wish to attend.  $219


On Site Vacation Bible School
June 28, 2010 – June 30, 2010
Vacation Bible School begins on Monday June 28, 2010 at 9:00am. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a five day Vacation Bible School Program including chapels, Bible studies, crafts, campfires, and fun outdoor games and activities in God’s beautiful creation! Activities will include the game room, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boats, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available for an additional charge. The week will conclude on Wednesday at 6pm with a meal and a program for all parents, grandparents, family, and friends. The cost for day time only is $30.00 for the three days/child and they bring a sack lunch.  If they choose to have meals provided by camp and to stay overnight the cost is $119


Family Horse Camp
July 4, 2010 – July 9, 2010
Horse lovers come spend your vacation at SHCR!  Come to camp for a week of equestrian enjoyment.  Whether you and your family are novice riders, experienced riders, or a mixture of both we have a great program for you. There will be a time of learning and a time of riding on each day, as well as time for bible study, worship & campfires throughout the week.  Come experience what God has to offer through the beauty of the horse and His great outdoors.  You can bring your own horses or utilize ours. All participants in this camp must be ten years of age or older.  Price of $275 covers all food, lodging, trail ride fees and stable fees (for those bringing their own horses).


Servant Event
July 4, 2010 – July 9, 2010
Servant Event begins Sunday July 4 at 5:00pm.  We will celebrate the first night with fireworks. This annual service oriented camp is designed to work on projects around SHCR to improve the facilities. We will do trail maintenance and build additional Tent Platforms for our wilderness camping area. Campers will have the opportunity to grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship. Outdoor activities including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, hiking, softball, volleyball, and the game room will be available to campers. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available at an additional charge. We would not be where we are today without the help of many volunteers. The week concludes Friday at 1:00pm. Get a group of family and friends together to come help us out this year.  $150


Wakopa Canoe Trail Adventure Camp
July 11, 2010 – July 16, 2010
Wakopa Canoe Trail Adventure Camp begins Sunday July 25, 2010 at 5:00pm. Come explore the back woods of the Turtle Mountains as we canoe the Wakopa Wildlife Management area.   Sunday and Monday will be spent on camp for orientation and to organize the equipment. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday will be spent canoeing through the many lakes on the Wakopa Canoe Trail and camping outdoors in tents. Campers will arrive back at camp on Thursday night. Campers will have the opportunity to grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship. Camp will conclude on Friday at 1:00pm. $219.00


Saddle Club Horse Camp
July 11, 2010 – July 16, 2010
Saddle Club begins on Sunday July 11, 2010 at 5:00pm. Campers will improve their riding and horse care skills. They will have the opportunity to grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship. They will be able to enjoy many outdoor activities offered at SHCR including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, softball, volleyball, hiking, and adventure course. Campers must be ten years of age and have completed Beginner Horse Camp I or Beginner Horse Camp II to participate. The week concludes on Friday July 16, 2010 at 1:00pm. Come join us for the next level of saddle ‘em up and move ‘em out!   $299


Grandparent/Grandchild Camp
July 18, 2010 – July 21, 2010
Grandparent/Grandchild Camp begins Sunday July 18, 2010 at 5:00pm. Gather up the grandkids and head to the hills for a great camp experience. Campers will participate in chapels, Bible studies, campfires, crafts, the game room, and outdoor activities including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boats, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available at an additional charge. These shared experiences will strengthen the relationships with each other and with God. This camp will conclude Wednesday at 1:00pm. Give the grandkids a gift they will cherish for eternity by bringing them to SHCR this summer. $75.00/person


Family Camp
July 18, 2010 – July 21, 2010
Family Camp begins Sunday July 18, 2010 at 5:00pm. Families will grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, crafts, campfires, and fellowship. Activities will include the game room, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available for an additional charge. Camp concludes on Wednesday at 1:00pm. Join us for family focused fun with other families. Camp is a great way to meet friends for life! $75/person


Advanced Horse Camp
July 18, 2010 – July 23, 2010
Advanced Horse Camp begins Sunday July 18, 2010 at 5:00pm. Are you looking for that next level of horsemanship skill and ready for a great adventure? Then sign up today for Advanced Horse Camp! Campers will focus on riding and practicing their skills. Experience the great outdoors from horseback by exploring numerous trails. Chapel, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship will give campers the opportunity to grow in their faith as well. Campers will also participate in many outdoor activates offered at SHCR including swimming,   canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, hiking, softball, volleyball, and adventure course. Campers must be ten years of age and have previously participated in Beginner Horse Camp and Saddle Club. $299


ND District Kids Camp
July 25, 2010 – July 29, 2010
ND District Kids Camp is especially designed children entering grades four through six. Camp begins Sunday June/July at 5:00pm. Enjoy God’s wonderful creation through outdoor activities including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, softball, volleyball, and hiking. Trail Rides and Lead Rides are available for an additional charge. Campers will also have the opportunity to grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and fellowship. This exciting week of camp concludes Thursday at 1:00pm. $189


Special Needs Horse Camp
August 1-6, 2010
Special Needs Horse Camp begins on Sunday at 5:00pm. Campers will learn the basics of horse riding including horse safety, how to bridle, saddle, properly get on the horse, grooming, and animal nutrition in accord with their individual skill level. Campers will grow in their faith through chapels, Bible studies, campfires, and have the opportunity enjoy all of the wonders of God’s creation. We provide one on one counselor supervision throughout the camp. Activities including the game room, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, softball, volleyball, hiking, and adventure course will be available. The week will conclude on Friday at 1:00pm. Campers must be ten years of age or older to participate. There is a limit ten campers per session. $299


Leadership Quest
August 1, 2010 – August 7, 2010
Border to Border Mission Trip –New Orleans
August 8, 2010 – August 14, 2010
Leadership Quest begins Sunday night August 1, 2010 at 5:00pm. This is an intensive leadership training from a Christian perspective which will give campers the skills to use in church and daily living for a lifetime. The purpose of Leadership Quest is to strengthen your relationship with Jesus Christ, discover your potential, and help you seek God’s direction in your life. This seven day wilderness camping experience has been extended to give you a hands on ministry experience as SHCE travels to New Orleans, LA to repair the faith, homes, and community. Campers can expect workshops that strengthen their faith, expand their vision for their life, give hope for the future, equip them for making a difference for Christ, encouragement and affirmation, new skills in effective Bible study and personal quiet time, opportunities to grow through service, amazing campfires, laughter, and new friends who love you just the way you are . Leadership Quest is $395. Border to Border is an additional $800. The package deal is costing a total of $1,195. Register early for the two weeks of learning and a road trip adventure! There are $100 scholarships available to the first 20 registrations.  There are $50 scholarships available for those only attending Leadership Quest.


Vision Quest
August 1, 2010 – August 14, 2010
For those who have attended Leadership Quest twice Vision Quest takes Leadership   Training to the next level. What you can expect at Vision Quest: workshops that sharpen your leadership skills, strengthen your faith, and equip you to make a difference for Jesus Christ; opportunities to encourage and affirm on another; and assist with the action plans and details for the Border to Border mission trip. $835


Purpose and Passion Retreat
August 29 – September 1, 2010
–-begins Sunday 8pm and ends Wednesday at 10am
Nehemiah and YMLT and Excel Grads unite to focus on your goals, dreams, and plans of action.  This is a great opportunity to review skills, work on your personal or ministry management plan, and spend time in solitude. $75