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Lights of Galilee debuting in December

10/30/2017

Lights of Galilee
December 8 & 9, 2017
5-10 pm

Come out to see Camp Galilee's beautiful lakeside lights display while also getting to enjoy some indoor entertainment, shopping, and hot coco.

Camp Galilee will be hosting some booth style shopping where you can finish up that Christmas gift list while also supporting your local community. All proceeds and donations go to supporting Camp Galilee!

For details or to sponsor a booth call or text Katrina Herschberger at 417-876-7490 or email [email protected].

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Camp Galilee Accredited by ACA

10/26/2017

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We are beyond excited to officially announce we are now accredited by the American Camp Association! Learn more about what it means to be an American Camp Association Accredited Camp.

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Summer Staff 2017

5/22/2017

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We have hired some amazing summer staffers to assist in Camp Galilee’s day-to-day operations! Staffers wear many hats. They disciple campers, provide programming support, assist in camp maintenance, aid in kitchen duties and much more. Really, our staff are the hands and feet of our ministry. Ultimately, our summer staff are challenged to model Christ-like hospitality to all of the guests who enter our gates.

So, without further adieu, let us introduce you to the 2017 Galilee Staff! Drum roll please…

Katie Bruggeman

Katie is a Galilee native with 15+ years-experience as a camper, volunteer and worship leader. She loves soaking up time outdoors and her favorite part of camp is the challenge course.

Chase Ensz

Chase is a University of Kansas graduate with a degree in Film and Media Studies. This summer he will serve as our intern videographer. His favorite part of camp is Andrew Gasaway.

Nellie Vansant

Nellie is a seasoned Galilee camper and counselor. She currently attends Drury University where she is pursing a degree in Secondary French Education. Her favorite thing about camp is playing camp games and meeting new people.

Morgan Ernsbarger

Morgan attends the University of Missouri where she is pursuing a degree in Health Science and Occupational Therapy. Her favorite part of camp is meeting and bonding with new people.

Baby

Baby is our most adventurous (and only four-legged) staffer. She enjoys running around Galilee and nabbing table scraps.

All of our staff are CPR/AED and life guard certified through the American Red Cross. Additionally, all are trained in instructing low ropes, archery, and abuse prevention.

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What should my child pack for camp?

4/13/2017

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This is one of the top questions asked by our parents and for good reason! They want their child to enjoy camp to its fullest by equipping them properly for a week (or half week) away from home. Below is our current list of items to bring and not bring to camp.

Bring

Seven changes of camp appropriate clothing
Old clothes for mud pit
2-3 pairs of jeans (only for horse campers that prefer to ride with pants)
Swim suit (must be a one piece or completely cover your child's belly)
Extra socks and underwear
One beach towel
One or two bath towels
Bedding for an extra long twin mattress
One or two pairs of close toe shoes
Flip flops for shower times
Soap and toiletries (we recommend a caddy or holder to keep toiletries together)
Tooth brush and tooth paste
Bible
Flashlight
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Sunglasses or hat