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Findings Funds to Pay For Summer Camp: Fundraising Ideas For Families and Small Groups

Findings Funds to Pay For Summer Camp: Fundraising Ideas For Families and Small Groups

BY The CRN Team
3/15/2024

The merits of youth camp are undeniable. Camp provides a transformative experience for kids -- fostering personal growth, building friendships, and instilling valuable life skills. However, the financial burden of sending a child to camp can be a daunting challenge for many families and organizations.

Do Kids Get Too Old For Summer Camp?

Do Kids Get Too Old For Summer Camp?

BY The CRN Team
3/1/2024

Often, parents find themselves at the beginning of summer, contemplating if their child has outgrown summer camp. Having a teenager who can drive doesn't necessarily mean they're too grown-up for church camp. In fact, they might even appreciate the camp experience more now than when they were children.

From Scripture to Branding: How to Brand Your Next Camp or Retreat

From Scripture to Branding: How to Brand Your Next Camp or Retreat

BY The CRN Team
2/16/2024

Sometimes, a theme will jump right out at you; other times, nothing seems quite right—prayer to the rescue. If you struggle to identify a theme, schedule a small group meeting and invite your steering committee team. Pray and reflect on the goals you wish to accomplish this summer. Allow God to guide you as you choose a meaningful and impactful theme.

Camp Planning Checklist and Timeline: How to Get Their Attention and Keep It

Camp Planning Checklist and Timeline: How to Get Their Attention and Keep It

BY The CRN Team
2/2/2024

As Christian event planners, this means we must be proactive in our approach and utilize modern advertising strategies. Below we are sharing a 12-month planner for your next Youth Retreat or Camp. Use this task list to stay on track and remember to keep your communication E-C-A!

Classics With a Twist: Indoor Team Building Activities for The Summer

Classics With a Twist: Indoor Team Building Activities for The Summer

BY The CRN Team
1/23/2024

As a seasoned leader who has witnessed the transformative effects of teamwork, you know that a good icebreaker can take a group of strangers and transform them into a team. Whether you're leading a camp, youth group, or sports team, these classic games will be easy to integrate into your schedule. Teamwork is more than cooperation; it's a journey of growth, learning, and shared achievement.

New Years Resolutions: A Compilation of Christ-Centered Resolutions For The Best Year Yet

New Years Resolutions: A Compilation of Christ-Centered Resolutions For The Best Year Yet

BY The CRN Team
1/5/2024

As the excitement of Christmas wanes, we can shift our focus onto the new year and all that the next twelve months hold. As Christians who want to live a spiritual and moral life based on His word, the new year is a great reminder to step back and think deeply about our daily walk. In this article, we share a compilation of resolutions that are Christ-centered. Some of these are successful past resolutions, and some are our actual 2024 resolutions! We hope they inspire you the way they have us.

Thoughtful and Meaningful Gifts for Co-Workers this Christmas

Thoughtful and Meaningful Gifts for Co-Workers this Christmas

BY The CRN Team
12/12/2023

Buying for co-workers and colleagues can be overwhelming! Let us help. We've prepared a list of eight thoughtful gifts to give to the important people in your life this Christmas.

Creating an Inclusive Summer Camp Experience: How To Accommodate Youth with Disabilities at Summer Camp

Creating an Inclusive Summer Camp Experience: How To Accommodate Youth with Disabilities at Summer Camp

BY Kaitlyn
10/24/2023

Summer camp is a cherished childhood experience filled with laughter, friendship, and personal growth.

Navigating the Emotional Side of Disability Awareness: Preparing for Service Animals and Accommodating Neurodiversity

Navigating the Emotional Side of Disability Awareness: Preparing for Service Animals and Accommodating Neurodiversity

BY Kaitlyn
10/17/2023

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2 Corinthians 1: 3-4

Accommodations for Hearing and Vision Impaired Individuals: Meeting The Needs For All

Accommodations for Hearing and Vision Impaired Individuals: Meeting The Needs For All

BY Kaitlyn
10/10/2023

In observance of National Disability Awareness Month, we will share a new blog every Tuesday throughout October. This is the second blog of our 4-part series. Enjoy!

Walking Together: Thinking Ahead and Ensuring Inclusivity for All at Your Next Event

Walking Together: Thinking Ahead and Ensuring Inclusivity for All at Your Next Event

BY Kaitlyn
10/3/2023

In observance of National Disability Awareness Month, we will share a new blog every Tuesday throughout October. This is the first of our 4-part series. Enjoy!

Generating Interest NOW for your Fall Retreat

Generating Interest NOW for your Fall Retreat

BY Courtney
8/3/2023

Don't let the laidback summer vibes delay your Fall promotions!