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                                                    Jr High & Sr High Camp Opportunities

                                                    We have several United Methodist sponsored camps and retreats for youth in Jr High and High School throughout the year! Come and enjoy the snowy wilds of Mingus for Winter Camp, or escape the heat of the Valley of the Sun for any of our Summer Camp experiences!

                                                    Winter Camp (Jan. 14-16, 2012)
                                                    For Junior & High School Youth

                                                    Super Camp (June 25 – 30, 2012)
                                                    For children and youth entering grades 3 through 9.

                                                    Sr. High Camp (July 2 – 7, 2012)
                                                    For youth entering grades 9 to 12, and graduated seniors.

                                                    Odyssey Camp (July 9 – 14, 2012)
                                                    For youth entering grades 7 to 9.
                                                    See below for descriptions of each camp.

                                                    2012 Summer Camp Fees

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                                                    2012 summer camp fees are set at $310 if registrations are received by May 20; $335 for registrations received after that date.

                                                    (Fees for other camps are listed.)


                                                    When available, we will link to brochure of United Methodist Camp Opportunities from the
                                                    Desert Southwest Conference Camping Page.

                                                    For more information or to register for any United Methodist sponsored camp at Mingus
                                                    please visit the Desert Southwest Conference Camping page.

                                                    Winter Camp
                                                    Sat. January  -
                                                    Mon. January , 2012)


                                                    Leadership: Nicholle Hansen and
                                                    Cindy VonBargen
                                                    For youth in grades 7 through 12. 
                                                    (2012 Registration fee: $145)

                                                    Mingus Winter Camp Flyer
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                                                    "The Least of These..."

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                                                    Winter Camp(s) Brochure
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                                                    The Least of These… No matter where we go, poverty surrounds us. Sometimes it is painfully visible, demanding a response. Other times its presence is masked, kept hidden from the public. Poverty makes each day an insufferable struggle. At this retreat, we’ll examine our role in taking care of the poor and needy and the importance of Hope. God’s plan? It’s you and me. We are God’s solution for poverty. Join together for study and reflection, for strengthening our hope and faith. There will be plenty of time as well for play and relaxation at your mountaintop retreat.
                                                    Click here to go to the Desert Southwest Conference page to register online for 2012 Winter Camp.

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                                                    Super Camp
                                                    Monday, June 25 -
                                                    Saturday, June 30


                                                    Leadership: Rev. Dot Saunderz-Perez & Rev. Jeff Proctor-Murphy

                                                    For youth entering grades 3 through 9.
                                                    (link to registration when online)

                                                    $310 if registration is received by May 29.
                                                    ($335 for late registrations).
                                                    2012 Registration Code: MMSC12


                                                    God’s kingdom is an upside down kingdom. God treasures those who are last and least and treasures each of us. At Super Camp, we will seek to live into the upside down Kingdom of God as we explore the parables of Jesus. Through outdoor learning, active games, music, drama, and more, come and discover how we can respond to God who can use even our smallest actions to build the upside down Kingdom of God.

                                                    Sr High Camp

                                                    Monday, July 2 –
                                                    Saturday, July 7, 2011


                                                    Leadership: Rev. Jody Topping

                                                    For youth entering grades 9 through 12, in Fall, 2012, plus graduated seniors.
                                                    $310 if registered by June 5, 2012.
                                                    ($335 for late registrations).
                                                    2012 Registration Code: MMSR12

                                                    Kingdom Secrets:
                                                    Unlocking the Treasure

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                                                    Ever dream of finding buried treasure? In the movies, pirates search for buried treasure in order to find gold coins, precious jewelry, and riches beyond belief. What they don’t know is that the most precious of treasures is right in plain sight…in our Bibles! This year at Mingus Mountain Senior High Camp we will unlock the precious treasure found in the Bible by exploring the parables of Jesus. Through our explorations, we’ll discover everyday stories about everyday people, told by Jesus to help his followers understand the Kingdom of God…and in between, we’ll explore the beauty of God’s kingdom that is Mingus Mountain Church Camp. Youth entering grades 9-12 and graduated seniors are invited to our team of explorers! We hope you will join us on the treasure hunt of a lifetime!

                                                    Jr High Camp
                                                    Monday, July 9 -
                                                    Saturday, July 14, 2011


                                                    Leadership: Don Campbell

                                                    For youth entering grades 7 to 9, in Fall, 2011.

                                                    $310 if registered by June 12, 2012.
                                                    ($335 for late registrations).
                                                    2012 Registration Code: MMJR12

                                                    Odyssey Camp

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                                                    We are calling YOU, God is calling YOU -- to join in the Odyssey.  We’ll play, pray, laugh, rest, smile, share, worship, stargaze, dance, jump, throw Frisbee golf, explore, discuss, hike, learn, imagine, breathe.   We’ll practice and understand how our smallest acts of kindness can be so powerful.  We’ll share stories of how we ourselves have been God’s hands, God’s feet and God’s voice.  This Odyssey will be full of the gifts of God – Acceptance, Love and Grace – everything we need to fill our vessels for our travels as Disciples of Jesus.  We are calling YOU – join us in this unforgettable Journey!  

                                                    For more information about any United Methodist sponsored camp at Mingus
                                                    please visit the Desert Southwest Conference Camping page.


                                                    To register for a UM Camp at Mingus, visit this Desert Southwest Camping page
                                                    to complete or download the appropriate forms.

                                                    Photo used under Creative Commons from i-r-paulus