| Director | Dates | Ages |
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| Revs. David and Beth Long-Higgins | July 9 -15, 2023 | Family Camp 1 is for everyone!!! |
| Cost & Camp Description | Adults - $495 | 12 – 17 yrs. old - $425 | 7 – 11 yrs. old - $325 | 0-6 yrs. old - FREE |
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Pastors Beth and Dave Long-Higgins are long-time directors of Family Camp 1. For many years they co-pastored, but now Beth serves as the Vice President of Engagement and the Executive Director of the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging of United Church Homes. Dave serves as the Conference Minister for the Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ. In that time, they have been directing Family Camp 1, first as assistants to Beth’s dad, Rev. John Long, who started the camp in the early 1970’s. Since John’s death in 2002, they have carried on the tradition of Family Camp One with the able assistance of Beth’s sister, Mary Long, who serves as the Family Camp One administrator. Family Camp 1 gathers folks across generations and life experiences into a delightful week of learning, laughter, and love. Some come with their immediate family; others come with their extended family; still others come by themselves and discover that they are part of the “big” family that gathers for this remarkable week of spiritual growth. There is a rich blend of things that people experience when they come to Family Camp One. Here is just a sampling:
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Check-in time (registration) - Check-in is from 2:00 - 4:00 pm on Sunday at the Camp Office. Everyone must report to the office and check in. If you arrive after 4:00 pm, please check in at the office ASAP the following day.
Guests - All guests (someone who is not registered and is not staying the night) must check in at the office upon arrival. If no one is available in the office, please check in with the camp director.
Partial Week - if you are planning to stay for only a couple days and would like a day rate, please select “Pay by Check” and call the office (716-366-1900 x 12) once you submit your registration. We will apply the day rate and adjust your amount due. You will then receive an updated statement via email. At that time, if you wish to pay using a credit card, we can do that over the phone.
| Co-Directors | Dates | |
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| Jessica Burdick-Giordano, Pastor Krista Ulrich, and Chris Burdick | July 23 - 29, 2023 |
| Cost & Camp Description | Adults- $495 | 12 – 17 yrs. old- $425 | 7 – 11 yrs. old- $325 | 0 - 6 yrs. old-FREE | |
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| The environment that Family Camp II provides for all campers is nurturing and spiritual. It is a week when families of all sizes and individuals of all ages come together to experience fun and fellowship. Daily recreational activities include swimming, crafts, games, archery and hiking. However, perhaps the most amazing part of Family Camp II is the time set aside to develop a peaceful, spiritual connection with our God. You will enjoy short educational experiences each morning facilitated by seasoned educators. In the evenings you will experience vesper services overlooking the sunsets of Lake Erie. Please join us for a week of peace…a week that will feed your mind, body and spirit. | |||||
Check-in time (registration) - Check-in is from 2:00 - 4:00 pm on Sunday at the Camp Office. Everyone must report to the office and check in. If you arrive after 4:00 pm, please check in at the office ASAP the following day.
Guests - All guests (someone who is not registered and is not staying the night) must check in at the office upon arrival. If no one is available in the office, please check in with the camp director.
Partial Week - Please note, if you are planning to stay for only a couple days and would like a day rate, please select “Pay by Check” and call the office (716-366-1900 x 12) once you submit your registration. We will apply the day rate and adjust your amount due. You will then receive an updated statement via email. At that time, if you wish to pay using a credit card, we can do that over the phone.
| Scrapbook | Director | Dates | Scrapbook Weekend I | Jennifer Vacanti | January 13 - 15, 2023 |
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| Scrapbook Weekend II | Jennifer Vacanti | March 10 - 12, 2023 |
| Scrapbook Weekend III | Jennifer Vacanti | May 19 - 21, 2023 |
| Scrapbook Weekend IV | Jennifer Vacanti | November 10 – 12, 2023 |
| Cost | $125 | |
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| Have a box of photos that need to be shown off? Are your baby photos still in their envelopes? Then it is time to come to Dunkirk to get them in order! If you are an avid scrapper or new at this, you are welcome to join us for some fun! We not only make photo pages, we share fun, food, and fellowship at our scrapbook retreat! It all starts on Friday night when we get together any time after 5pm in Pilgrims Lodge. We get set up, begin to scrap, share snacks, and get door prizes just for coming. We have contests throughout the weekend, have a class on Saturday, make more pages, and have even more fun! We may even have some time to play Just Dance, or get a pedicure in town. The weekend is what you make of it--all scrapping work or mix in the relaxing and fun! For just $100 you get all your meals, prizes, and again, lots of fun! See you there! If you have a food allergy or concern, just let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you! | ||
| Directors | Dates |
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| Mary Pfeiffer | June 2 - 4, 2023 |
| Cost | $100 | ||||
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| We invite you to DCC for "Finding Joy in the Chaos". We encourage you to return to Dunkirk Camp & Conference Center to reconnect with friends, renew your spirit and recharge your life. There will be free time for relaxation, long walks and fun activities. Come be a part of this meaningful weekend at beautiful, serene Dunkirk Camp & Conference Center. | |||||
| Co-Directors | Dates | Cost |
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| Krista Ulrich, Debbie Katz & Hope Schwartz | August 4 - 6, 2023 | $50 |
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| Faith Formation Retreat is a retreat for Pastors, Sunday School Teachers, Youth Pastors and Youth Leaders. The theme of the weekend is a "Wonder-full" Faith Formation Experience. Come join us for a weekend of campfires, quiet reflection, worship and learning. We will be exploring how children develop their spirituality, how to use your senses in teaching, and the stages of faith development. You will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that are sure to feed your spirit as well. | |||||
| Directors | Dates |
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| Jennifer Vacanti, Special Education Teacher & Kathleen Shrader | August 24 – 27, 2023 |
| Cost | Adults: $150 | Children: $75 | ||
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| Woohoo! This year we are adding an extra day to this camp. Come Thursday night and stay through Sunday morning. This camp is for families with children who have Autism or are challenged in ways that make regular camping and vacations more difficult. We are here to provide buddies for each child and give them an experience they will enjoy, while the parents learn and meet new friends. We are a weekend camp that not only gives your family (All Welcome!) your own cabin for the weekend, but food, fun and friendships that last for years! Come join us and relax while your child has a camping experience with crafts, games, activities, swimming and hikes! Call Jennifer at 716-479-6156 for more information. |
| Directors | Dates |
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| Heather Kraemer & Krista Ulrich | September 22 - 24 |
| Cost | $100 | ||||
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| Join us for a weekend of fellowship. Explore with us where our faith traditions interface with our mind, body and soul. The weekend will offer you the opportunity to participate in spiritual practices, including Yoga, meditation and mindfulness. You will hear from knowledgeable speakers, engage in rich conversation, all while enjoying this beautiful outdoor setting on the shores of Lake Erie. | |||||
Join us for this new camp as we get the camp ready for the winter. More information will posted soon!
3602 Lakeshore Dr. Dunkirk, NY 14048
| Director | Dates | Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Revs. David and Beth Long-Higgins | July 9 -15, 2023 | Family Camp 1 is for everyone!!! |
| Cost & Camp Description | Adults - $495 | 12 – 17 yrs. old - $425 | 7 – 11 yrs. old - $325 | 0-6 yrs. old - FREE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pastors Beth and Dave Long-Higgins are long-time directors of Family Camp 1. For many years they co-pastored, but now Beth serves as the Vice President of Engagement and the Executive Director of the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging of United Church Homes. Dave serves as the Conference Minister for the Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ. In that time, they have been directing Family Camp 1, first as assistants to Beth’s dad, Rev. John Long, who started the camp in the early 1970’s. Since John’s death in 2002, they have carried on the tradition of Family Camp One with the able assistance of Beth’s sister, Mary Long, who serves as the Family Camp One administrator. Family Camp 1 gathers folks across generations and life experiences into a delightful week of learning, laughter, and love. Some come with their immediate family; others come with their extended family; still others come by themselves and discover that they are part of the “big” family that gathers for this remarkable week of spiritual growth. There is a rich blend of things that people experience when they come to Family Camp One. Here is just a sampling:
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Check-in time (registration) - Check-in is from 2:00 - 4:00 pm on Sunday at the Camp Office. Everyone must report to the office and check in. If you arrive after 4:00 pm, please check in at the office ASAP the following day.
Guests - All guests (someone who is not registered and is not staying the night) must check in at the office upon arrival. If no one is available in the office, please check in with the camp director.
Partial Week - if you are planning to stay for only a couple days and would like a day rate, please select “Pay by Check” and call the office (716-366-1900 x 12) once you submit your registration. We will apply the day rate and adjust your amount due. You will then receive an updated statement via email. At that time, if you wish to pay using a credit card, we can do that over the phone.