Family Camp @ Magruder

We help make this happen through the inclusion of daily worship, prayer, song, exploration of creation, breaking bread together, addressing the concerns that we have about the state of the world and the culture in which we live, and trying new things. In brief: this is short-term intentional Christian community. The intensity of living together for a week offers everyone the opportunity to experience the highs and lows of being in Christian community and the support of our personal journey as disciples of Jesus.

My own life was dramatically impacted by being included in Christian community by deans and counselors from the summer programs held at Camp Frontenac in Minnesota. At camp, I served on the site staff in maintenance and waterfront capacities over the course of 6 summers and had many opportunities to interact with those who were leading the programming. Their invitation to join with them and experience Christian community around the campfire and at meal times is part of how I know the impact of this ministry and why I became the Executive Director for Camp and Retreat Ministries.

See You Around the Campfire Soon,

Canoes on Suttle Lake

Imagine working next to pristine lakes, waking up to the sound of waves crashing on the shore, horses neighing in the field nearby and being surrounded by mountain trails and pine trees for a whole summer.

It’s possible to experience all that, and more, working for Oregon-Idaho Camping and Retreat Ministries at one of the six camp and retreat centers in Oregon and Idaho this summer.

With camping season a little over a month away, camp directors across the Oregon-Idaho Conference are still looking to fill positions – everything from kitchen helpers to program staff – to make sure they are ready to serve the multi-generational groups that call their sites home away from home for a week or two at a time each summer.

“There’s great experience to be gained. There’s huge opportunities to learn problem-solving skills in a beautiful setting,” said Todd Bartlett, director of Oregon-Idaho Camping and Retreat Ministries.

Bartlett said a strong economy means there are a lot of summer job opportunities available but working for Camping and Retreat Ministries is a unique and special opportunity. In addition to being paid for your work, room and board is typically covered, and staffers get the opportunity to know multiple generations of individuals who come to these spaces for some sort of spiritual renewal and refreshment.

“Each of our sites practice Christian formation,” Bartlett said. “People experience a positive environment to learn and grow.”

Jason Cook had spent time in years prior as a volunteer at Suttle Lake Camp and decided last summer to join the staff. He worked in the kitchen and spent time as a lifeguard.

“It was a good summer job; particularly coming out of school,” said Cook, 25. “It’s just a great retreat from city life.”
He said he learned a lot about cooking, especially for large groups. He also got to know a number of people who helped him land his next job at the end of the summer.

“It’s a great community of people and a great way to connect with people,” Cook said.

Find application guidelines and information on the Collins Retreat Center, Latgawa, Wallowa Lake, Suttle Lake, Sawtooth and Magruder Camps at www.gocamping.org/becomeapaidstaffmember.

Volunteer, Work, Play, and Relax at Wallowa Lake!

Buffet line at Wallowa Lake Camp

Try Something New: Volunteer Opportunities!

Volunteer a weekend, week, or more at beautiful Wallowa Lake United Methodist Camp, just outside Joseph, OR!

• Serve 5 hours a day ... play / rest the other 19.
• Stay in your own deluxe motel style room and enjoy delicious meals (when serving)

Want to earn money while serving God?

Apply for one of our paid staff positions at beautiful Wallowa Lake Camp, just outside Joseph, OR!
(great pay, housing provided if needed, meals when serving groups)

• Assistant Cook
• Dishwasher
• Horse Camp Counselors (no horse experience neccessary -( late July - mid-August)

Must be available June - September, able to work long flexible hours, and have a great attitude!

Contact Peggy & David Lovegren wallowalakecamp@gmail.com   541-432-1271