NCNC Youth and Outdoor Ministries

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Page for the Youth & Outdoor Ministries program of the Northern California Nevada Conference of the United Church of Christ

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04/29/2021

Big Announcement! We're extending our Early Bird Discount through May 15th! Camperships are available through individual churches and through the NCNC Joy Davis Campership Fund! Go to CampTam.com for more information and to register!

We understand that during these uncertain times, it's hard to make plans so far in advance. Our Camp Registrar, Erica Holland, is available to speak with you about any questions or concerns. Feel free to reach out: [email protected], 559-227-8489.

09/25/2020

Youth and Outdoor Ministry: Call for Volunteers
Special thanks and appreciation to our Camp ReVisioning Team. This team has met every other week for months now to revision the NCNC camping program. They are dedicated and passionate about seeing our camping program continue and grow. Their charge was to present recommendations by October 1, 2020. They have worked diligently on this and have brought to the conference a “Dream” plan for our beloved Camp Cazadero and a skeleton plan for the camping program. Again thank you just doesn’t seem adequate for the time and dedication!

We will now appoint two new teams to continue the work. Each team will have its own specific charge.
1. Youth and Outdoor Ministry Team: This team will be charged with taking the work that the ReVisioning team has done and expanding upon it. The charge will be to look at the Youth and Outdoor Ministry of the NCNC and develop recommendations for the entire program--not focusing on one particular camp or activity. Look outside the box and find exciting ways for program to fit into the mission of the NCNC. This team will be chaired by NCNC Council President, Jeannie Hobson.
2. Camp Cazadero Financial Feasibility Team: This team will be charged with looking at ways to develop and finance our beloved Camp Cazadero. This team will be chaired by current ReVisioning team chair and past president of NCNC, Richard Brabham.
If you are interested in serving on one of these teams please send a letter telling of your passion to be on the team. Current ReVisioning team members do not need to re-apply, only indicate which team you would like to serve. Send letters to either Jeannie Hobson or Richard Brabham. (PM this page for emails)

Dear friends, I'm sure at this point we're all tired of hearing about things that are cancelled, and I'm sorry to report...
03/31/2020
NCNC Camp Enews

Dear friends, I'm sure at this point we're all tired of hearing about things that are cancelled, and I'm sorry to report that this is another of that kind of communication. Please see the linked Conference newsletter for details of the 2020 SUMMER CAMP SEASON CLOSURE. https://mailchi.mp/93c76f6fa7c8/ncnc-camp-enews-2184842?e=b24adfc816 Please be in touch with [email protected] with questions.
What is helping me through this time is remembering that none of us have ever done this "live through a global pandemic" thing before and we're all trying our best, and our pandemic-mode best looks different from our usual-mode best. I'm also remembering that this won't be forever, and that sheltering-in-place is some radical community love. Times are weird and we don't know what the next day, week, or month will look like, but we have each other. I encourage you to get in touch with your camp friends... for (five!) it won't be long (short) til we're gonna need (elbow!) somebody to (virtually) lean on!
-Emma F.

Conference Council made the really hard decision at its meeting on Saturday to cancel the NCNC camp program at both Camp Cazadero and Camp Tamarack for the 2020 summer season. Although our government officials have not yet indicated that the shelter in place order will extend into the summer, the ca...

01/15/2020

Unfortunately, MidWinter camp has been cancelled.

Holiday edition newsletter is here! https://mailchi.mp/99b8e15cdf97/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter-1724821?e=b2...
12/16/2018
Youth and Outdoor Ministries Newsletter

Holiday edition newsletter is here! https://mailchi.mp/99b8e15cdf97/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter-1724821?e=b24adfc816
Also: feelin' like sending a gift to the Youth and Outdoor Ministires' Newsletter?! PM us (approx 150 words) of your favorite thing about camp / favorite camp memory!

Winter Camps Feb Camp will be happening for High School (grades 9 to 12) at Monte Toyon camp in Aptos from 1 PM on Saturday Feb. 16, 2019 to 11 AM on Monday Feb. 18, 2019. Register here.

Nature Photo ContestUntil October 22, submit a photo via instagram (with #UCCDateWithNature) that captures your love of ...
10/19/2018
A Date with Nature

Nature Photo Contest
Until October 22, submit a photo via instagram (with #UCCDateWithNature) that captures your love of God's creation. More info about the contest can be found here: http://www.ucc.org/a_date_with_nature

The UCC is seeking a just world for all. Will you join us?

Look, a newsletter! did it miss your inbox? PM us your email address to be added to the list! https://mailchi.mp/1e8d8f5...
08/21/2018
Youth and Outdoor Ministries Newsletter

Look, a newsletter! did it miss your inbox? PM us your email address to be added to the list! https://mailchi.mp/1e8d8f5de83d/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter-1613601?e=b24adfc816

Camp Memories! Camp Tamarack is a magical place where memories are made. What I loved about camp was that you were always involved and you were never excluded. Campers were always helping in the kitchen, helping setup the tables before meals, cleaning up and washing dishes afterwards. I love Camp Ta...

07/30/2018

Now that you're fresh back from camp, won't you please share with us a bit about your favorite part? what event did you love the most and why?! Or perhaps you're a camp-parent with memories from years past you'd like to share? Maybe you were on staff and you want to rave about how you saw God at camp?? please email 150(ish) word anecdotes to [email protected] for inclusion in our newsletter! (you'll be referenced by first name, last initial)

Some of us took time off to go to camp this month... but not our trusty newsletter! July edition here now! https://mailc...
07/26/2018
Youth and Outdoor Ministries Newsletter

Some of us took time off to go to camp this month... but not our trusty newsletter! July edition here now! https://mailchi.mp/0e6faabb6738/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter-1552377?e=b24adfc816

Need it in your inbox? PM us your email address!

There is no way to pick one favorite memory from CAZ, we would be here for hours.  I could tell you about the hundreds of times I have pretended to be a cockroach on the floor of Gil Lodge, or the year we hiked to the middle of the woods for communion service.  I could tell you about one of the ye...

Camp runs on adult volunteers! Visit https://ncncucc.org/yomc/ to apply to be on staff! - or if you'll be entering 12th ...
06/13/2018
Youth and Outdoor Ministries | Northern California Nevada Conference

Camp runs on adult volunteers! Visit https://ncncucc.org/yomc/ to apply to be on staff! - or if you'll be entering 12th grade (or up) come to Counselor In Training (CIT) camp to learn what you need to know!

Welcome to the Youth and Outdoor Ministries of our Conference! Youth and Outdoor Ministries is a large committee who serves the Youth and Camp Ministries of our Conference. The chairs of the committee for 2017-2018 are Parker Dunbar and Ross Galleto. The committee has various sub groups that organiz...

06/09/2018

Don't forget to register for camp this summer!

04/08/2018

Our next newsletter is coming out soon! do you have a great camp memory (of about 75-100 words) to share with us for this edition? pm us with that, and/or if you didn't get the March edition and you want to be on the list going forward!

We made a newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/9ac0bc894b56/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter?e=b24adfc816Did it not arr...
03/14/2018
Youth and Outdoor Ministries Newsletter

We made a newsletter! https://mailchi.mp/9ac0bc894b56/youth-and-outdoor-ministries-newsletter?e=b24adfc816

Did it not arrive in your email? send us a PM with your email address and we'll add you!

Sessions at Camp Cazadero: Caz You and Me Camp: July 6-8 (entering 1st-3rd grade) Caz Senior High Camp: July 8-14 (entering 10th-12th grade) Caz CIT Camp: July 15-21 (entering 12th grade or graduate) Caz Junior Camp: July 15-21 (entering 4th-6th grade) Caz Junior High: July 22-28 (entering 7th-9th g...

Mid Winter registration is open! Register today!
12/05/2017
Mid Winter Youth Event

Mid Winter registration is open! Register today!

Youth in grades 6 to 8 are invited to attend Mid Winter youth event. Ross Galleto will be the director. Community Church of Sebastopol is hosting. Youth from all over Northern California and Nevada are attending. Take this weekend to connect with summer camp friends and make new friends. Haven't bee...

The Youth and Outdoor Ministries Committee is looking for new members to serve on the committee! We are searching for pa...
07/27/2017
Youth and Outdoor Ministries | Northern California Nevada Conference

The Youth and Outdoor Ministries Committee is looking for new members to serve on the committee! We are searching for passionate people with the skills and heart for camps, youth, inter-generational, and Conference wide ministry. Committee members commit to helping plan and shape several youth events throughout the school year, summer camp programs at Camp Tamarack and Cazadero, and general teamwork and organization of the committee. We meet mostly by phone through conference calls, with several in person meetings throughout the year. This is a wonderful way to contribute your skills, give back to the wider church, help our youth and camp programs thrive, build your resume, and more! Are you curious, or feel God calling you to YOMC? Contact [email protected], or call (510) 247-8990. Learn more here: https://ncncucc.org/yomc/

06/19/2017

Be sure to register before the following dates to avoid a late fee.
Caz You & Me, Caz Senior: June 26
Caz Counselor in Training, Caz Junior, Tam Senior: July 3
Caz Jr. High, Tam Junior & Jr. High: July 10
www.ncncucc.org/YOMC

06/19/2017

Be sure to register before the following dates to avoid a late fee.
Caz You & Me, Caz Senior: June 26
Caz Counselor in Training, Caz Junior, Tam Senior: July 3
Caz Jr. High, Tam Junior & Jr. High: July 10
www.ncncucc.org/YOMC via ripl.com

Do you have a heart for camps? Serve the community, inspire youth, and create amazing faith filled programs by applying ...
05/25/2017
Youth and Outdoor Ministries | Northern California Nevada Conference

Do you have a heart for camps? Serve the community, inspire youth, and create amazing faith filled programs by applying to be a Counselor!

2017 Camps still need male and female counselors for this summer for:

Cazadero Senior High, July 9-15, must be age 23+

Cazadero Junior, July 16-22, must be age 18+

Cazadero Junior High, July 23-29, must be age 19+

Tamarack Junior/Junior High, July 16-22, must be age 19+

Tamarack Senior High, July 23-29, must be age 23+

Download an application from the website by clicking the link here, or email/call the NCNC Offices to receive one by mail (510) 247-8990 [email protected]

Welcome to the Youth and Outdoor Ministries of our Conference! Youth and Outdoor Ministries is a large committee who serves the Youth and Camp Ministries of our Conference. The chairs of the committee for 2016-2017 are Patrick Kane, and Parker Dunbar. The committee has various sub groups that organi...

05/05/2017

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04/20/2017

Northern California Nevada Conference, United Church of Christ

The summer camps of our Conference need YOU to help create an fun, and safe faith program for the youth of our communities. We are in search of Health Supervisors for our week long programs during the month of July at Camp Cazadero, and Camp Tamarack. Help us spread the word in your congregations, or among the parish nurse network!

Health Supervisors at camps must be a Registered Nurse, Physician, or have at least 15 hours of health and safety training that shall include: Pediatric first aid, CPR, and a preventative health practices course or courses that include instruction in the recognition, management, and prevention of infectious diseases, including immunizations, and prevention of childhood injuries. You can see the schedule of camps, more information, and a link to the application and staffing process here: https://ncncucc.org/yomc/ or call Sonny at the offices (510) 247-8990 to learn more about how to apply.

Want to spend some time in the beautiful nature of California AND give back to our Churches, Conference, and Youth? We a...
03/27/2017
Northern California Nevada Conference, United Church of Christ

Want to spend some time in the beautiful nature of California AND give back to our Churches, Conference, and Youth? We are still looking for amazing volunteer staff for our summer camp programs at Camp Tamarack (NCNC-UCC) and Camp Cazadero (NCNC-UCC). We encourage those with nursing and first aid training to apply as Health Supervisors (see requirements on the application at the link), and clergy and seminarians to apply to be our amazing Chaplains! We also need Counselors to help guide, teach, and bring joy to our campers! Can't serve as staff, but know some youth who would like to attend? We have scholarships for first time campers! Contact the Conference Offices to learn about any and all of these opportunities - [email protected] (510) 247 8990 https://ncncucc.org/yomc

Want to spend some time in the beautiful nature of California AND give back to our Churches, Conference, and Youth? We are still looking for amazing volunteer staff for our summer camp programs at Camp Tamarack (NCNC-UCC) and Camp Cazadero (NCNC-UCC). We encourage those with nursing and first aid training to apply as Health Supervisors (see requirements on the application at the link), and clergy and seminarians to apply to be our amazing Chaplains! We also need Counselors to help guide, teach, and bring joy to our campers! Can't serve as staff, but know some youth who would like to attend? We have scholarships for first time campers! Contact the Conference Offices to learn about any and all of these opportunities - [email protected] (510) 247 8990 https://ncncucc.org/yomc

03/20/2017

We have camps for all ages! Register using the links at ncncucc.org/yomc #summercamp #campcaz #camptam

Use the code "newbie" to get 10% off the registration cost of your first time at camp. #summercamp www.ncncucc.org/yomc
03/18/2017

Use the code "newbie" to get 10% off the registration cost of your first time at camp. #summercamp www.ncncucc.org/yomc

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1320 Willow Pass Road Suite 600
Oakland, CA
94520

General information

The NCNC Outdoor Ministries program reflects the United Church of Christ's progressive Christian values (ucc.org) and provides opportunities for individuals to grow in their faith while experiencing Christian community in various settings. Our purpose and philosophy is to create intentional Christian community. We do this by: - providing a physically, emotionally and spiritually safe environment at events - affirming each individual and their gifts as a beloved child of God - sharing beneficial traditions and practices that make our events special and inclusive - creating programs that encourage community development and personal encounters with the God we worship and serve.

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Be sure to register before the following dates to avoid a late fee. Caz You & Me, Caz Senior: June 26 Caz Counselor in Training, Caz Junior, Tam Senior: July 3 Caz Jr. High, Tam Junior & Jr. High: July 10 www.ncncucc.org/YOMC

Be sure to register before the following dates to avoid a late fee. Caz You & Me, Caz Senior: June 26 Caz Counselor in Training, Caz Junior, Tam Senior: July 3 Caz Jr. High, Tam Junior & Jr. High: July 10 www.ncncucc.org/YOMC via ripl.com

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We have camps for all ages! Register using the links at ncncucc.org/yomc #summercamp #campcaz #camptam

Save up to $50 with Earlybird pricing! https://ncncucc.org/yomc/

Just because you're leaving high school doesn't mean you can't be a youth camper one last time! The Class of 2017 is invited to attend Senior High camp at both Caz and Tam. Visit www.ncncucc.org/yomc for a complete list of camps. via Ripl.com

The Early Bird price for all summer camps has been extended to March 15th! Register now to get the best price. http://s.ripl.com/iwsbkc via Ripl.com

This is how we role at Fall Youth Event. #fye2016

Mark your calendars! Registration will be live on September 18th! #ncncucc #youthministry via Ripl.com

Tara! So proud! #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

Ashton! So proud! #ncnc2nye #believe2016

Get hyped to be a voice for justice. #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

The phenomenal Michelle Higgins closing out her plenary session! #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

Synchronized dance routine at worship! #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

The @peacepoets show was fantastic! #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

@peacepoets moving everyone in the crowd as they preach about justice. #ncnc2nye #believe2016

The NCNC youth enjoying worship! #believe2016 #ncnc2nye

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Haven't signed up for camp yet? Now's your chance! Early Bird discount now thru May 15th! Erica Holland, Camp Registrar, is available for any questions or concerns. She can help you with Camperships! [email protected]
Camper Registration is now open for Camp Tam 2021! We are thrilled to be premiering our new promotional video! Give it a watch and then find more information at Camptam.com! Don't wait to register! Early Bird Discount expires May 1st! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv5GzA174u0
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