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    There's so much riding on this upcoming election! That's why there's so much excitement among the delegates of the Lame Duck Party, the Red Tape Party, and the Bull Moose Party! You can join one of these famous-to-THE-WILDS political parties and stump your way through the popular games, unique Freetime activities and the popular vote-getting food. You can also learn from our tremendous, enthusiastic speakers! Don't miss out on the election at THE WILDS this summer. It's sure to be a LANDSLIDE! Who will capture the Electoral College and win the week? Find out on election night!

  • 2012 Dates 

    DISCOUNT for June 4-9 and August 6-11 

    June 4-9*

    		 Rich Tozour

    • June 11-16

    		 Tom Farrell

    • June 18-23

    		 Morris Gleiser

    • June 25-30

    		 Ron DeGarde

    • July 2-7

    		 Jim Schettler

    July 9-14

    		 Steve Pettit

    July 16-21

    		 Mark Herbster

    July 23-28

    		 Tom Farrell

    July 30-Aug 4

    		 Keven Brownfield

    August 6-11*

    		 Will Galkin
    See Current Availability. Please call (828) 884-7811 for more information.

    Speakers

    • brownfield_kevenKeven Brownfield
    • degarde_ronRon DeGarde
    • Tom FarrellTom Farrell
    • Will GalkinWill Galkin
    • Morris GleiserMorris Gleiser
    • herbster_markMark Herbster
    • Steve PettitSteve Pettit
    • Jim SchettlerJim Schettler
    • Rich TozourRich Tozour

    Cost

    Per Camper $315*

          *Early Bird Price:  $295
            if registered by Feb. 1
    Per Sponsor $260

    Discounted Weeks: June 4-9 and August 6-11 ONLY

    Per Camper $265
    • Campers must be at least 12 years old by September 1, 2012, and either going into Grades 7 - 12 or just completed Grade 12.

    • Registrations are processed in the order they are received.

    • A nonrefundable $50 deposit per person must accompany each form. Balance is due upon arrival at camp.

    • Please be aware that some weeks of camp may be full several weeks prior to early registrations, so please call for space availability.
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Typical Schedule*

7:30 
  Rise & Shine
8:15 - 8:45
  Breakfast
9:15 - 10:00
  Chapel
10:00 - 10:30
  God & I Time
10:45 - 11:30
  All Camp Game
11:30 - 11:45
  Cabin Pictures
11:45 - 12:30
  God & I Time Follow Up
12:45 - 1:15
  Lunch
1:30 - 2:15  Christian Life Seminar
2:15 - 5:30
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 Superslide

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5:45 - 6:15   Supper
6:30 - 7:15   All Camp Game
7:15 - 8:30   Snack Shop
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8:45 - 10:00   Evening Youth Meeting
10:30 - 10:45
  Cabin Devotions
10:45
 Lights Out

*Schedule is subject to change

Meet the Program Staff

Matt Herbster

Matt Herbster

Matt Herbster has been on staff at THE WILDS since 1997, serving on Program Staff, and is currently the Program Director. Matt graduated from Bob Jones University in 1995 with a B.A in Bible. In 1997 he received a M.A in Pastoral Studies from Heart of America Theological Seminary in Independence, Missouri. Matt and his wife, Julie, have recently written two devotional books for junior-aged children.

Matt and Julie have five children.
Willie Partin

Willie Partin

Willie Partin has served at THE WILDS since 1997, and is currently the Program Manager. Willie graduated from Bob Jones University with a degree in Youth Ministries and is appreciated by teens and adults alike for his great sense of humor and practical teaching from God's Word.

Willie and his wife, Sarah, have three children.
Matt Taylor

Matt Taylor


After graduating from college in 2002, Matt and his wife, Christy, traveled with the Steve Pettit Evangelistic Team for three years. In May of 2005, the Taylors joined the staff at THE WILDS where each had previously served for several summers. Matt is vitally involved in the music ministry and is a member of the Program Staff.

Matt and Christy have two sons.

God & I Time

“God and I Time” is a 30 minute block of time we set aside every day for our campers to read the Bible and learn about God on their own. We provide them with a study guide for each day that goes right along with what they have just heard preached in chapel. It is our goal to encourage every camper to continue in this habit when they get home from camp. God’s Word is our blueprint for life and we must know what the Word says if we are going to become more like our Savior.

Lunch

Serving 800 teens, 200 juniors, 300 summer staff and 150 sponsors three times a day is no small task. Our kitchen staff does an excellent job of providing nutritious and delicious meals that will satisfy even the hungriest camper. A meal in the Dining Hall during summer camp could be described as the loudest meal in the country. Cabin cheers during the meal and team cheers at the end of the meal provide plenty of excitement.

Christian Life Seminar (CLS)

On Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon the campers have a service called Christian Life Seminar. This is an opportunity for one of our program staff to really zero in on a specific topic that teenagers are dealing with. Topics in the past have focused on how to study the Bible, Godly dating standards, college choices, rock music, the dangers of the internet, and many others.

God and I Time Follow-up

God & I Time Follow-up is an opportunity for the counselor to question his campers regarding what they have learned in their personal God & I Time. Campers are encouraged to ask questions about what they have just studied in order to further understand the Scriptures. You will find this happening all over the campsite.

Free Time

Each afternoon the campers have an opportunity to try and get to all of the available free time activities. Good luck! There is more to do then they will be able to do in one week. Check out our activities page to see all of the many exciting things to do at camp.

Funtime

On Wednesday night we have Funtime instead of a game. Funtime has become something that every camper looks forward to. Crazy songs and skits combine for an hour of laughter that is based on the theme for the summer.

Evening Service

Our evening service is the highlight and culmination of the day. Everything done prior is seeking to prepare hearts for the preaching of the Word. There is nothing like hearing 800 teenagers joyfully sing praises to the Lord. After several group songs, the campers get to hear music from the counselor choir (120 strong) and others on our staff. The campers are then challenged directly from the Word regarding their relationship with Christ. Our mission at THE WILDS is to give the Truth of God with the Love of God so lives can be changed to the glory of God. We trust every camper will see Christ in their time here at camp.

Cabin Devotions

Each night before bed, the counselor has an opportunity to share a short 5 minute devotional. Many times it will be a camper who ends up sharing what God has been teaching him in the services. The cabin will then have prayer together, shut out the lights and get ready for another big day of camp.

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How to Register

    Instructions are outlined in each of our brochures to fax, mail, or e-mail a registration form (located in the brochure) along with the deposit to THE WILDS Corporate Office.
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Health Services

  • We have several registered nurses on campsite and at least one nurse on call 24 hours a day. Special instructions will be given at camp for administering specialized medications if needed. Our Health Service staff is capable of taking care of most minor injuries and illnesses. We have a great working relationship with the hospital in town should there be the need for anything our Health Service people are not set up to handle.

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