Spring 2012 Volume 31 Number 1 - The Wilds

Spring 2012 Volume 31 Number 1

y Ken Collier
President
THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
Camping is for the Whole Family!
Did you know that camping is not just for young people
anymore? For much of the year, that’s where THE WILDS
specializes because there is a great, great need to encourage
and rescue a generation of young people. But, the fact remains,
adults need the benefits of coming apart for a brief time to
hear the Words of Christ in a godly, refreshing, uncomplicated,
beautiful environment as well. Adults are now rediscovering
what made camp so special to them when they were in those
carefree or even turbulent times of youth. We are finding out
that critical stretches in life are not just where young people
live. We’re all in those critical times as Christian spouses,
parents, friends, parents-to-our-parents, and employees in the
workplace.
program on the planet! They will write as though astonished
that anybody would even consider the possibility of wanting to
go anywhere but to this time away at THE WILDS. Understand
though, we all love ‘em all! Camp is encouraging and wonderful
whether you’re 7 months, 7, 17, 27, 47, 67, or 77. Here is our
attempt to encourage you to come to the mountains and warn
you that if you don’t, you are really missing out! Really!
So we want to reintroduce you to the delights of “camping for
adults” at THE WILDS as a reminder, for the first time, or for the
first time in a long time. I’ve given our staff, including myself,
a unique assignment. Since various ones have a love for a
particular adult camp, I want them to convince you that there is
one adult retreat or conference you do not want to miss. Each
one will write to convince you that this program is the best
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Who says senior adults can’t
have fun? You won’t be able
to convince the attendees at one
of the Senior Adult Conferences at
THE WILDS that fun is in the past
tense! Let them tell you in their own
words about this conference:
This is the most fun I have had
in years.
I can’t believe I went on the Giant
Swing and want to go again.
The falls were beautiful.
The food is fantastic.
My favorite activity was the
miniature golf course.
The messages were great. They
made me realize how much I have
to be thankful for.
I gained so many new friends.
The field trips were delightful.
The accommodations were
wonderful.
The staff served us so cheerfully.
These statements are just a few of
the many responses we receive from
our senior adult campers each year.
In fact, a good percentage of the
attendees sign up for the next year’s
conference before the present week
is over!
Worried about navigating all of
the steps THE WILDS is known for?
Fear not! Camp vans are ready and
waiting to take you anywhere on
the campsite you would like to
go—except the waterfalls, of course!
Come and enjoy special music “miniconcerts,”
special demonstrations
(such as shepherding, chainsaw
carving, and handmade pottery), and
hilarious Funtimes. The campsite is
located in the beautiful Blue Ridge
Mountains where God’s creation is
always on breathtaking display. The
accommodations are fresh and clean,
and the program is exciting. Our staff
sees to every detail in order to make
your stay one of the highlights of
your year.
Sign up today—as a church group,
couple, or single—you’ll be delighted
you did. We would be excited to
talk with your senior adult director
to answer any questions. My wife,
Diane, and I will be your hosts for the
week, and we greatly look forward to
welcoming you!
by Ken Hay
Chairman of the Board • THE WILDS
Taylors, South Carolina
Who says Senior Adults can't have fun?
THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc. is an independent,
nondenominational, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization created for
the purpose of operating Christian camps and conference centers. We
are fundamental in our beliefs, Bible-centered in our philosophy, and
evangelistic in our outreach.
THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc. presently operates a Christian
camp and conference center in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western
North Carolina that is open year-round. The camp has a carefully
selected and trained staff and averages over 20,000 campers per year.
In 2009 THE WILDS of New England began ministry at our campsite in
Deering, New Hampshire. In this peaceful, rural setting we experienced
good growth in attendance at our summer camps as well as in our
limited fall schedule programs. We anticipate a continuing steady
growth and expansion of the ministry at this New England location.
In addition to providing a God-honoring music publication service as
an integral part of our ministry, THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc.
has also established the CampsAbroad program to assist others in the
formation and operation of Christian camp ministries around the world.
THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc. publishes THE WILDS NewsLetter.
Change of address information and comments should be sent to:
THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc
PO Box 509 • Taylors, SC 29687-0009
Phone: (864) 268-4760
Fax: (864) 292-0743
E-mail: newsletter@wilds.org
Visit our website at www.wilds.org or visit THE WILDS Online Store
at www.wilds.org/store.
Editor: Ken Collier
Graphic Designer: Craig Stouffer
Publications Coordinator: Vickie Ebner
Spring 2012 • Volume 31 • Number 1
© 2012 THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc.
All rights reserved.
THE WILDS and CampsAbroad are registered trademarks
of THE WILDS Christian Association, Inc.
North Carolina Campsite:
THE WILDS
1000 Wilds Ridge Road
Brevard, NC 28712-7273
Phone: (828) 884-7811
Fax: (828) 862-4813
New England Campsite:
THE WILDS of New England
1181 Deering Center Road
Deering, NH 03244-6529
Phone: (603) 529-0001
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wished you were young again? Is there ever a time in life
when anyone is actually too old for camp? Could it be possible
that picturesque hayrides, the crazy Funtimes, the delicious ice
cream treats in the Sweet Shoppe, the restored 18 th Century Town
Is it really true that adults are nothing more than
teenagers with wrinkles? When you hear all that is
going on at the New England campsite, have you ever
Hall, the cinnamon lattes in the Cool Beans Coffee Shoppe, the 105-acre
campsite bursting with that unique New England charm, the soul-stirring
music, or the practical, applicable preaching of THE WILDS of New England is
for teens only? In case you have not heard, TWNE is not “ just” for teens anymore!
Now, don’t take me wrong. Our summer focus is to have as many of your teens that we
possibly can in order to lovingly give them God’s Truth in a way that will impact their lives.
But once the fall season comes (which is breathtaking in New England), our fall retreats
have something for every member of the family. We trust that you will be able to attend one
of the retreats offered by TWNE next fall. And don’t forget, waiting for you at TWNE are
picturesque hayrides, crazy Funtimes, delicious ice cream treats in the Sweet Shoppe,
cinnamon lattes at Cool Beans, soul-stirring music, and preaching that is comforting,
convicting, and challenging. Now you know that TWNE is not “ just” for teens anymore!
And remember, wrinkles or not, TWNE is one of those places where all ages are encouraged to
know our wonderful Lord better and to love Him more.
See you in the fall at TWNE,
Rand Hummel
Director
by Rand Hummel
Director • THE WILDS of New England
Deering, New Hampshire
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Retreat Date Speaker
Young Adults Retreat August 24-25, 2012 Steve Stodola
Labor Day Family Outing September 3, 2012 Tom Crichton
Ladies’ Retreat 1 September 7-8, 2012 Beneth Jones
Ladies’ Retreat 2 September 14-15, 2012 Kelly Collier
G.L.A.M. Teen Girls' Retreat September 21-22, 2012 Reba Bowman
Senior Saints’ Outing September 27, 2012 Gary Jones
Men of Integrity Retreat September 28-29, 2012 Matt Collier
Father/Son Retreat October 12-13, 2012 Bob Brenneman
Couples’ Conference 1 October 19-20, 2012 Les Ollila
Couples’ Conference 2 October 26-27, 2012 Rand Hummel
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y Mardi Collier
President's Wife
THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
love, Love, LOVE
Those Ladies’ Retreats!
Question:
Why are
Ladies’ Retreats
the best adult programs?
Answer:
Hats!
Hats? Yes, ladies wear so many different hats! They may have the wife, mother,
daughter, friend, church member, employee, manager, cook, housekeeper,
teacher, home decorator, hand-crafter, financial manager, or organizer hat;
and the list can go on and on. But when they come up the mountain to one
of our spring retreats, ladies can take off some of those hats for a few hours:
Work Hat: A consuming hat (whether worn while working outside or inside
the home) that gets a rest!
Hard Hat: The depressing news reports, the turmoil of the world, and some
of the burdens of life traded for the quiet beauty of God’s creation as we are
challenged and encouraged by the truths of God’s Word.
Busyness Hat: Life gets pretty crazy, and it’s wonderful to take off that hat
and relax.
Chef’s Hat: Ladies are rarely free from “the fixing of food,” so we thoroughly
enjoy eating delicious meals we don’t have to cook!
Mom Hat: We can take off the “mom hat” and let Dad wear it. (But you know
the kids will eat at McDonalds © three times and the house may not recover
until mom puts her “housework hat” back on.)
What lady hasn’t gone by the fancy hat display in Macy’s © and been tempted
to try on some of the gorgeous or outlandish hats? While at THE WILDS,
ladies can try on some outlandish and interesting hats:
Daring Hat: We can experience many of the same fun and adventuresome
activities that teen campers enjoy. (“Oh, Mom, too bad you’ll never be able to
make it to the waterfalls!”) The camera won’t lie!
Silly Hat: Laughter. Skits. Late-night giggles. Being silly is a huge part of the
camp package.
Friend Hat: One of the favorite things about a ladies’ retreat is the ladies!
Enjoying old friends, turning acquaintances into friends, and making new
friends is a natural part of coming to a ladies’ retreat.
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When it’s time to go back down the mountain, each lady will head
home wearing some lovely new hats:
Spiritually-refreshed Hat: Every lady leaves THE WILDS having
been challenged and refreshed by the truths of God’s Word
presented by the speaker, the workshop leaders, the beautiful and
God-honoring music, and her personal time with God.
Resource Hat: Through the workshops, the General Store, and
the counseling and recorded ministries, ladies can take advantage
of the various practical resources that help women and their
families grow spiritually, learning how to deal with life’s problems
biblically.
Encouraged Hat: We head home encouraged and ready to redon
our everyday work hats with enthusiasm.
Yes, the best retreats are definitely the Ladies’ Retreats—every
single year!
Ladies Be Joyful
Volume 3
A book of ladies' choral arrangements
compiled by Beth Lynch and
Faye López. Demonstration and
accompaniment CDs are both
available.
$6.95
It Was His Grace
CD
Everything about us as Christians
is centered on the word grace: our
salvation, our sanctification, and
every step to glorification. This CD
reflects that progress with music. It Was His Grace is
filled with vocal duets and solos as well as instrumental
numbers by Mac and Beth Lynch.
$13.95
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sometimes it’s better to come with a whole group from your church. Coming
There’s that casual walk up to the Lake and around the Ballfield after check-in and
before that delicious dinner. There is that date at the Snack Shop or the Cool Beans
Finally, the kids have been delivered to the safe, wholesome
homes of relatives or friends and “wife” is getting something
she has only dared to dream before: she gets “husband” all to
herself for a weekend! Are you kidding me? But this is no ordinary
weekend. This is a weekend at THE WILDS Couples’ Conference!
Sometimes it’s better to come as a lone couple and get lost in the crowd;
with a church group, you’re guaranteed to get to know your friends in an
entirely different, crazy way. It’s a vacation atmosphere, and everyone wants to
squeeze every ounce of “great time” out of it!
Coffee Shoppe—maybe just the two of you, maybe with a slightly out-of-control, laughing
group of friends! There’s that round of miniature golf, Human Foosball, or GaZEEball, complete
with a teeny bit of good natured “trash talk” from friends. There’s that bracing, fresh-air, hand-inhand
stroll to a beautiful waterfall with your mate. The romantic stroll portion happens especially when
you get to the downhill portion of the hike and catch your breath. There’s the laughter with friends as
“Wilma” tries to shame her “Fred” into riding the Giant Swing with her! Everybody has a comment to
throw in. Sometimes the shaming actually works! Get the cameras ready!
There’s the hilarious Funtime program which leaves no ribs untickled. Speaking of ribs, the specialof-the-house
dinner meal or the Dinner Theatre is the stuff of culinary legend! Best of all, there’s
the refreshing, challenging, clear messages on the very topics we need to grow as a godly family.
This comes directly from God’s Word through a speaker who is gifted,
enthusiastic, and excited to share His
Truth. There is also the
privilege of having a time
of devotions together
at the scheduled God &
I Time, redrawing those
family goals together.
You’ve got to come to a
Couples’ Conference! Your
marriage and your mate will
be blessed.
by Ken Collier
President
THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
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Family Camp @ THE WILDS!
Family vacations are all about great memories. Those of us
who were around before minivans may remember riding
with our siblings in the back of a station wagon and singing
The Bear Went Over the Mountain or stopping to take the
first of hundreds of pictures before entering a state park.
Maybe your favorite memories included hearing mom’s
hysterical screams while on a rollercoaster in the theme
park or listening to Dad makes lame excuses as to why it was
best for him not to ride! Those vacations were great fun, but
how about a remarkable memory- filled week with a spiritual
impact for the whole family? THE WILDS Family Camp
provides adventure, excitement, and spiritual refreshment
without regret and without spending a fortune!
THE WILDS Family Camps are a change of pace whether you
choose continuous action with the dozens of Freetime activities
or the calmer “hangin’ out with family” route. Regardless of
your family’s choice of pace, come make life-changing memories
by spending time together by hearing God’s Word preached
by age appropriate speakers. The messages from God’s Word
tend to be the greatest memories of all—memories that make a
difference throughout the year! Family Camps are available for
a weekend or an entire week. Let’s do this great family vacation
together at THE WILDS!
Family Camp Memory- Maker Checklist:
q Boat race around the island.
q Launch Sis off the Blob (extra points for each flip!)
q Blow out the burning marshmallow from a “S’more experience” around the open campfire.
q Watch Dad fix his comb-over after a Land Trolley ride.
q Share a “Bubba Blob” from the Snack Shop with cousins—ahhhh, ice cream at its finest!
q Swim at the pool of the great 4 th Falls!
q Lose track of how many times Grandma snorts while laughing at Funtime.
q Unplug your ears after riding the Giant Swing with a rather loud Mom.
q Pull Mom out of the Craft Shop so she can tube through the Water Wars.
q “Light up” your big brother at Paint Ball and get the FLAG!
q Let out your belt a notch after a week of great food—and no dish detail!
q Finish off your 10 th different Cool Beans Coffee Shoppe creation.
by Dan Brooks
Program Staff
THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
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“Bring a Friend”
Summer
When I was in high school, our church
would designate one Sunday a year as
“Friend Sunday.” This was a Sunday that
everyone in the church was supposed
to try his best to bring a guest with him
to church. Of course, every Sunday was
a great Sunday to bring a guest, but this
particular Sunday we were supposed to
make a focused effort to bring a friend.
I would like to officially designate the
summer of 2012 at THE WILDS as the
“Bring a Friend” summer. (Am I even
allowed to do this?) While I would hope
that you are trying every summer to
bring a friend to camp with you, let’s
try especially hard this summer to get
someone to come to camp with you
who has never been to THE WILDS. Invite
your cousins. Invite someone from your
public school. Invite someone from your
Christian school. Invite someone from
your homeschool (pets and/or underage
siblings don’t count). But seriously,
Homeschoolers, invite someone from
your youth group, neighborhood, job, or
sports team. Here are a few suggestions
of ways to invite your friends.
• Show them your camp DVD from
last summer. How could someone
resist coming to camp with you after
seeing that? What? You didn’t get a
DVD from last summer? No worries!
You can go to our website and show
them the video on the Teen Camp
page. (www.wilds.org)
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”
by Matt Herbster
Program Director • THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
• Tell them about Cool Beans. That
says it all!
• Promise them you’ll pay their
way. Of course I’m joking…sort of.
Wouldn’t it be really neat for you
to save your money and pay for
someone to come to camp, and
perhaps even see them make a
life changing decision for Christ? It
would be worth every penny.
Summer lasts a long time. I know it is
not nearly long enough considering
you go to school for 9 months and only
get a 3-month break, but just be glad
you're not in Japan or China where they
go to school for...never mind, I digress.
Summer is long enough and taking
ONE WEEK to go to camp is a no brainer
(tubing, wacky games, Funtime, great
counselors, stairs, great preaching, stairs,
Paintball, stairs)! One week at THE WILDS
has been a life changing experience for
many teenagers (including me). God
could use you to get your friend to camp
so the Word of God could change his or
her life as well.
Take the challenge and bring one
person with you who has never been to
THE WILDS. The “Bring a Friend” summer
challenge has officially started! Hasn’t it?
Sure it has!
P.S. Bring this article and your “first-time
friend” to me this summer, and you’ll
both get a free drink from Cool Beans!
Now, that makes it official!
2012 Scripture Memory Passages
Romans 12:1-2 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye
present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your
reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by
the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and
perfect, will of God.
Romans 12:3-5 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among
you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly,
according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. For as we have many
members in one body, and all members have not the same office: so we, being many,
are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.
Romans 12:6-8 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us,
whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith; or ministry, let
us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching; or he that exhorteth, on
exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence;
he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness.
Romans 12:9-10 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to
that which is good. Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour
preferring one another;
Romans 12:11-13 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing
in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; distributing to the necessity
of saints; given to hospitality.
Romans 12:14-16 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. Rejoice with
them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward
another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in
your own conceits.
Romans 12:17-18 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the
sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Romans 12:19-21 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto
wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if
thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt
heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
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How is it that both THE WILDS in North
Carolina and THE WILDS in New Hampshire
can do “camping for all seasons”? The answer is
simple—the seasons I refer to are the seasons of
life, not the seasons of the year. Whether people
find themselves in the youthful exuberance of
the spring of their life or the slower pace of senior
adulthood in the autumn of their life, they can each
find a program at THE WILDS to encourage them in
their walk and challenge them in their relationship
with God. How is it that all people, regardless of
their season of life, can have their needs met at just
one camp? This answer is also simple: God does it!
He does it through faithful servants and supporters
that He calls to serve Him through THE WILDS
ministries.
God called a few faithful people to lay
the foundation for THE WILDS in 1968
Camping
For All Seasons
by Dick Reid
Vice President • THE WILDS
Taylors, South Carolina
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and 1969 and a whole lot of faithful friends and staff to build
on that foundation to keep the ministry going and growing.
I am blessed to hear regularly from ministry friends who
helped us get started in the early years and have now seen
two more generations of their own family attend camp and
support us in a variety of ways. We actually have several
families who have supported this ministry for over 40 years—
that is God working through them and using them to help us
for His glory.
God enabled the development of a sound biblical philosophy
to guide the direction for and the management of the
ministry. The following is our Mission Statement: Using
the unique benefits of Christian camping, we serve people by
presenting the Truth of God with the love of God so lives can be
changed ‘to the glory of God.’
God has blessed us with beautiful, naturally impressive
properties on which to offer our wide variety of programs.
The North Carolina property consists of over 1,000 acres of
hills, streams, a lake, waterfalls, woods, and other natural
characteristics that make it an exceptionally attractive
place for retreating from the world and getting closer to
God. The New Hampshire property is 105 acres of rare,
rural beauty and is uniquely located to provide a camper
with the unmistakable feeling of being in a peaceful place
of reflection and meditation right in the midst of a very
busy world. Through hundreds of ministry friends, God has
enabled us to acquire and develop these properties debt-free
so the liberty to minister would not be burdened by the extra
load of debt.
Thousands of campers (over 22,000 in 2011) participate in
the programs of THE WILDS ministries annually. They are
campers in all seasons (of life). This is possible because God
is using many churches and friends to uphold us with their
attendance, volunteer service, and financial resources. As
stewards of this great trust and substantial investment, we
are striving, by God’s grace, to be found faithful. If God is
laying it on your heart to be more involved in THE WILDS
ministries in one or more of the ways mentioned, you will
graciously respond to His leading. I TRUST.
Needs Corner
The
A
Items received:
Glucometer Test Strips • HVLP Paint Sprayer
Auto Darkening Welding Helmet • Welding Gloves • Step Ladder
Needs:
Iris Scissors (2) - $35 each
300' Tape Measure - $55
Bolt Cutters (2) - $35 each
Electric Stapler (Wiring) - $120
Work Lights (4) - $15 each
Refrigerant Leak Detector - $300
4' Step Ladder - $85
Chafer Frames (Kitchen) (24) - $40 each
Deep Fryer Baskets (8) - $60 each
Pallet Jack - $400
Tool Set - $250
Cordless Drill - $200
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Items received:
Shovels • Wireless Instrument Mics
Sledge Hammer • Pick Axe
Needs:
Air Compressor - $200
1,000 ‘ Sound Cord - $100
Transit Rod for Construction Projects - $50
Ref/Program Shirts (8) - $18 each
Outdoor Basketball Goals (2) - $1,500 each
Paintball Structures (4) - $350 each
Honda Quiet Cool Generator - $1,300
Landscape Rakes (2) - $50 each
Wide-Sweep Rakes (2) - $35 each
Staff Cabin Dressers (5) - $65 each
Cabin Brooms/Dustpans (15 sets) - $12 each
I want to help
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or
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Enclosed is a gift toward the cost of the indicated need.
Rev./Dr.
Mr./Mrs./Miss__________________________
Address______________________________
City________________ State ____ Zip_______
Mail to:
THE WILDS • PO Box 509 • Taylors, SC 29687-0009
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y Steve Stodola
Assistant Director • THE WILDS
Brevard, North Carolina
I am a “pyro.” I love a good fire (safe one, of course), and
somehow, my three boys inherited the pyro gene from me. A
good campfire is like a magnet that pulls all four us to view its
wonders. The flickering flames, the pulsating coals within, the
smoke in the eyes—awesome! But we are not alone. I believe
most boys (old and young) love a good campfire. So when I was
asked to write an article about the Father/Son Campout, fire was
the most irresistible reason I could see for dads and their sons
to come.
Beyond the fire in the ring of stones is the fire in the smoker
our cooks use to make real man meals—finger-licking good
barbeque ribs, thick and juicy hamburgers, hot dogs to
perfection, and barbeque chicken that won’t quit. And then
there is the fire in the griddle used to make fresh pancakes, eggs
to order, Philly cheese steaks, grilled cheese sandwiches, and
much more. Good fire! Time to eat, Boys!
We can’t forget the “Ready. Aim. Fire.” at the Rifle Range,
Archery Range, and Slingshot Range. What more could my boys
and I ask for?
I love the “fire” in my boy’s eyes when I challenge them to a
game of H-O-R-S-E, miniature golf, Human Foosball, Water
Wars, or even a good old-fashioned pillow fight. Bring it on,
Boys! (What am I getting myself into?) Don’t forget the
blazing fire of delight in our eyes when we conquer the Climbing Wall, jump into
the 2 nd Falls, run like crazy in “Cat in the Hat” or “3 Ball Baseball,” or ascend
to the top of a tree. Love it!
Lastly, there is the fire in the soul that is fed and nurtured by the
practical preaching times. I simply love the confidence of
knowing that my boys and I will be encouraged to be more
like our God by biblical teaching that meets us where we
live every day. Bring it on, Lord!
If it seems that I am all fired up about Father/Son
Campouts, it is because I am! I can’t think of a better
way or place for a dad and his son(s) to add a little fire to
their lives. Fire it up, Boys!
Careers:
Marc Handelsman (’88) lives in
Florida, where he works at McKesson
Corporation. Marc is active in his
church in St. Petersburg.
Weddings:
Janelle Jones (’97,’99,’01) and
Jonathan Coleman, 6/19/10.
Amanda Cowart (’08,’09,’10) and
Robert Frame, 9/18/10.
Abigail Heffernan (’06) and Jared
Townsend, 10/8/10.
Bethany Simpson (’98) and Bruce
Weaver, 5/21/11.
Leah Pate and Ryan Borg (’07),
10/15/11.
Births:
Jonathan (’03) and Emily [Cowser]
Washer (’05), Hudson David, 1/25/11.
John and Anna Jo [Brooks] Robinson
(’02), Matthew Elijah, 2/2/11.
Jonathan (’03,’04,’05) and Brooke
[Stowe] Millsaps (’03,’04,’05,’06),
Kendall James, 3/17/11.
Jonathan and Janelle [Jones]
Coleman (’97,’99,’01), Adrielle Grace
and Ethan David, 6/2/11.
Jeremy (’98) and Jennifer
Van Delinder, Julia Grace, 6/7/11, by
adoption.
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Staff News:
Rachel Dahlhausen is serving as the
front desk receptionist in our office in
Taylors, South Carolina. She grew up in
Ohio but moved to South Carolina as a
teenager. She has a Bachelors degree in
Music Education and a Masters in Vocal
Performance from Bob Jones University.
Prior to coming to THE WILDS, Rachel
spent 2 ½ years teaching music at Bob
Jones Memorial Bible College in Manila,
Philippines.
David and Tammy Fisher are happy to
announce the arrival of their daughter,
Makena Noelle. She was born on
December 21, 2011, weighed 7 pounds
14 ounces, and was 20-1/2 inches long.
Matt and Heather Tracy are happy to
announce the arrival of their daughter,
Taylor-Grace Noëlle. She was born on
December 20, 2011, weighed 7 pounds 12
ounces, and was 21-1/2 inches long. She
is welcomed home by big brothers Noah
and Caedon.
Jared and Abigail [Heffernan]
Townsend (’06), Aaron Timothy,
6/28/11.
Robert and Amanda [Cowart] Frame
(’08,’09,’10), Alyssa Gayle, 9/2/11.
Andrew (’02,’03,’04) and Katherine
[Millsaps] Bougie (’04,’05), Calvin
Kendall, 9/21/11.
Beau (’00,’01,’04,’05) and
Rachel [Cleary] Asire
(’97,’98,’00,’01,’02,’03,’04), Justin Luke,
9/30/11.
Joel and Sarah [MacAvoy] Arnold
(’99,’00,’01,’03,’04), Daniel Jeremy,
10/3/11.
Ryan and Renee [D’Agostino] Petitt
(’99), Levi Truex, 10/7/11.
Ken (’02,’03,’04,’05,’06,’08-’11)
and Megan [Wellin] Thompson
(’03,’04,’05,’08-’11), Ella Kathryn,
10/11/11.
Jesse and Melody [Parsons] Dyson
(’96,’97-’99), Lincoln Manuel, 11/8/11.
Former Staff,
help keep us updated on your career moves, marriage, and
children!
Send announcements to:
THE WILDS,
Where Are They Now?
PO Box 509
Taylors, SC 29687-0009
or e-mail formerstaff@wilds.org.
Living
Memorias
Memorial gifts received as of February 13, 2012
JUNE ASKEW
Given by:
Ruth Bartholomew • Anna Marie Carmean
Dr. & Mrs. Ken Collier • Mr. & Mrs. Scott Davis
First Baptist Church, Carmel, IN • Linda Garlock
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Hall • Glendora McGee
Mr. & Mrs. David Prairie • Mr. & Mrs. Rick Stoner
Dr. & Mrs. Donald Welker
MILDRED BURCHETT
Given by:
Women's Missionary Fellowship, Clover Hill Baptist Church,
Richmond, VA
DARRIN CHRIST
Given by: Mr. & Mrs. Bob Stoner
VERLIE COX
Given by: Dr. & Mrs. Ken Collier
GREG GORSLINE
Given by: Mr. & Mrs. Doug Gorsline
EARL GRAVELY
Given by: Bethany Baptist Church, Brevard, NC
ALFRED R. MATTHEWS
Given by: Mr. & Mrs. Ernest L. Matthews
KARLE MAXWELL
Given by: Habersham County School System Administrators
MARY NELL MCCALL
Given by: Mr. & Mrs. Rick Stoner
Honor a loved one or friend with a Living Memorial gift to THE WILDS.
In Memory Of:
LUCAS NICHOLS
Given by:
Mary Ashley Adkins • Sally Adkins • Zachary Ayoubi
Michael Ciccone • Mr. Frank Farkas • Katherine Franks
Mr. & Mrs. Wade Linger • Candler Smith
Mr. & Mrs. David White
ELIZABETH RICHARDSON
Given by:
FRANCIS SIMPSON
Given by:
JIM SMITH
Given by:
Women's Missionary Fellowship, Clover Hill Baptist Church,
Richmond, VA
Annette Gaines • David Littlefield
Stephen Littlefield
Women's Missionary Fellowship, Clover Hill Baptist Church,
Richmond, VA
SHILOH STRATTON
Given by: Dr. & Mrs. Ken Collier • Caroline Hansen
GEORGE TIDD
Given by:
Women's Missionary Fellowship, Clover Hill Baptist Church,
Richmond, VA
LYLE & EVELYN WELDY
Given by: Dr. & Mrs. Billy Baugham
CHUCK WHITE
Given by: Dr. & Mrs. Drew Conley • Rev. & Mrs. George Lovely
GIFTS GIVEN IN HONOR OF:
MAKENA NOELLE FISHER
Given by: Mr. & Mrs. David Fisher
KATHY HILDEBRAND
Given by: David J. Shafer
DAN & KAREN WOOSTER
Given by: Shirley Thurston
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Please send card to:
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City___________________________________________________ State__________ Zip_________________
Given by:
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