7th Grade Retreat!
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 15 & 16
Q: Do I need to register?
A: No, all students who registered for PowerLife are already signed up!
Q: Do I need to complete any forms?
A: Yes, all students attending the retreat will need to complete the Health Form.
Q: Where is the retreat located?
A: Hidden Acres Christian Camp in Dayton, Iowa.
Q: When should students arrive?
A: Students need to be at Hope WDM by 7:15 am. Find your group in The Bridge!
Q: How will students get to camp?
A: Buses will leave from Hope WDM.
Q: Will leaders be going?
A: Yes, all leaders are invited to attend (and can ride the buses, too)!
Q: Do students need to bring anything?
A: Yes, students should bring their Bible and appropriate clothing (including shoes) for being outdoors!They will also need a sleeping bag and pillow.
NOTE: Please review the suggested packing list.
Q: Are boys and girls together?
A: Even though we’ll all be at the same camp, boys and girls will have their own separate chapel services, activities, and cabins for sleeping. Mealtimes will overlap.
Q: Can students bring a friend?
A: Absolutely! Just email Emma Storm with the name of the friend who would like to join us.
Q: When will students return?
A: Buses return to Hope WDM in time for the Sunday 11:00 am service. We will all sit together in the Worship Center. Students will be dismissed after the service at 12:15 pm.
Q: What’s on the schedule?
A: Students will have a morning snack, attend chapel services, take part in small group discussions and prayer time, eat lunch together, and have free time to play fun games or go exploring with their group! Students will also eat dinner together and can purchase an afternoon snack if they’d like to bring money. Breakfast will be served on Sunday morning before heading back to Hope!
Q: What about food allergies?
A: Please fill out this form to notify the Hidden Acres kitchen staff if your student has a food allergy.
NOTE: We will have a nurse joining us to help anyone who might bring along medication or need medical assistance while at camp. If your student plans to bring medication, please fill out the medication information form and bring the original container with you and connect with the nurse when you arrive at Hope.
Q: What if we have a conflict?
A: We know students have multiple (and important) commitments outside of PowerLife. Please pray about your decision. Ultimately, we will support whatever your family decides.
Q: What if we need to drop off late or pick up early?
A: Please email Emma Storm to see what arrangements might be possible for your family.
Q: What if my student is unable to attend?
A: Please let us know if your student is unable to attend! We are planning on your student attending this retreat unless we hear otherwise.