September 22-25
Compass Points :: Development
Strategic planning in the camp and retreat setting is built upon the concept of knowing where your camp and retreat ministry is today and then outlining the steps to move to a relevant and sustainable future. This certificate program course will focus on best practices in strategic planning, using tools and techniques such as a site plan, a financial development plan, and board/staff development in concert with the mission, vision, and values. The class will be held at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center in North Andover, MA. The details (and registration) for this event can be found on the Compass Points website.
September 25-28
Compass Points :: Personnel and Leadership
The quality of leadership at all levels relates directly to the growth and sustainability of the organization. Purposeful leadership promotes staff retention, an effective board of directors, and well served campers and guests. This certificate program course will focus on the role of top leadership in the organization, how ones’ faith is played out through service and role modeling, and personnel policies and procedures. The class will be held at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center in North Andover, MA. The details (and registration) for this event can be found on the Compass Points website.
November 10-15
Campfire Collective Annual Conference
The association's signature event will be held at Zephyr Point Presbyterian Conference Center (on the shore of Lake Tahoe in Nevada). The theme of the conference is "Reframe: Growing Leaders Through Listening, Learning, and Responding." Please take a look at the conference website for some of the event details. Registration will begin in mid-August. Do you know any one who might be interested in an exhibit hall booth at the event? If so, please check out the exhibitor/sponsor information.
November 10-15
OMC Great Gathering
The Outdoor Ministries Connection's Great Gathering will return in 2025. This ecumenical conference will bring together outdoor ministry associations (including the Campfire Collective) from across the United States and Canada. The event will again be held at Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center in Lake Junaluska, NC. The theme of the conference will be "Re-Imagine a Way in the Wilderness." The details for this event can be found on the conference website.