Ministries : Sr. High : Sr. High Summer : Sr. High BWCA

Sr. High Boundary Waters Canoe Adventure!
  June 24-28, 2012
 

It’s unbelievable! The beauty of unspoiled wilderness. 

The challenge of moving yourself through the lakes and portages.

Connecting with good friends...this is a trip that will blow you away!

What is the BWCA?  In the northern reaches of Minnesota, a million acres of God’s creation have been set aside as a protected wilderness area. Thousands of lakes, but no motors. Premium vacation property, but no houses. Thousands of visitors every year, all seeking solitude, challenge, personal growth, friendship, and introspection. This is the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and you're invited.


What are the details? Lord of Life will be leading a group of up to 7 Sr. High youth into this beautiful land this summer. Paddling from shore to shore, and portaging from lake to lake, carrying food and equipment, we’ll explore our faith in a way that can only be done free from life’s distractions. We’ll begin with a drive north, and we’ll depart civilization as we head up the Gunflint Trail from Grand Marais. After a night in the bunkhouse of Seagull Outfitters, we’ll paddle across Seagull Lake and enter the BWCA.

From there, we’ll decide as a group which lakes to explore, where to camp, what to do, and how long to stay before moving on. Fishing, swimming, lounging, day trips, solitude, campfires, and devotions under blue skies and the star-filled heavens will fill our time. We’ll see soaring eagles, share campsites with squirrels, and hear the call of the loon. With luck, we may see a moose foraging along the shore. On Thursday, we’ll paddle back to the outfitter and clean up for the ride home. The cost will be approximately $300 per youth. The cost may fluctuate based on transportation cost, outfitter cost, and other expenses beyond our control.

What about adult supervision? The trip is led by two Lord of Life adult volunteers who have significant experience in the BWCA and canoeing. Since the trip is limited to only 7 youth, that is a 1 adult to 3 youth ratio.

So how do I sign up? Register after the January 8th informational meeting in person or online. Attach a $125 deposit check; the rest of the amount will be due closer to the trip dates. This trip is open to current 9th-12th graders. Priority will be given to graduating seniors who are active in the youth program.

 What if I have other questions? Contact Elizabeth Pedersen or Pastor Todd at 763.420.5015 or email them at elizabethp@lordoflife.org or todd@lordoflife.org.

  

  The Details:

Dates:  June 24-28, 2012

Cost:  approx. $300— includes pretty much everything except fast food on the way up & back.

Where:  We’ll be outfitted through Seagull Outfitters, at the end of the Gunflint Trail.

To Register: Sign up online or fill out a registration form from the Youth Office and turn in with a $125 non-refundable deposit starting January 8.