Welcome.
All of us at Quinipet are very excited about summer 2008. We have some new camps this year and of course we've kept
all the classics, so you should check them out. This camp season is going to be the best ever. We can't wait to
see you here.
Without a
doubt, we are a Christian Camp! In this day of “political correctness,”
we have to keep to our original Christian Mission of Christ’s example of a loving and wise teacher shedding light through
the teachings of the Bible. We have chapel every morning, vespers every evening,
we say grace before meals, and make a joyful noise - we sing, we sing and we sing, sing, and sing! We talk about how God wants us to live and how we live now, and we do all of this with an openness and
faith-filled attitude.
As
times change and family schedules become increasingly overwhelmed with commitments, we have adjusted to meet the needs of
our families. We attempt to get as much feedback as possible through a survey and many personal conversations with parents.
We have also added a few more partial week camps for some older youth.
The mission of the Camping and Retreat Ministries of the New York Annual Conference follows the
footsteps of Christ, calling forth new disciples, bringing them into a relationship with the Living God, identifying and nurturing
their gifts, and sending them forth in service to the world.
We like parents and youth to know that we plan to meet campers where they are in their own faith
journey. Our program is designed to open minds, not to intimidate or overwhelm. We cannot promise your child (our
camper) will have spiritual awakenings, but we can promise to take the very best care of them while they are here and give
them many opportunities to share and discover a Christian Faith they are comfortable with.
So go ahead, register for summer camp. Since 1922 campers have been coming to Quinipet.
We think about five hundred campers have come each year since then, not to mention all of the great non-profit groups and
schools we work with in the off season. Isn't it time to get back to the foundations of life?
We hope to see you soon,
Greg Nissen - Director
& The Staff
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New... Connecticut Camper Connection
New London to Orient
Point on the Cross Sound Ferry!
Call or email us for a space in our
van shuttle for $10 per trip.
(631) 749 0430 or info@quinipet.org - we only go if you call!
All campers
must be in 7th Grade or higher.
All health forms and payments
must be received in advance.
All medications must be
in original labeled containers.
All campers travel at their
own risk.
Sunday - Boat departs New London –
11:00 AM
Van Arrives in Orient Point for 12:30
Pick Up
Saturday - Drop Off at Orient Point–
11:00 AM
Boat Arrives in New London for 12:30
Pick Up
What does
a day look like at camp for Quinipet Campers?
On
Sunday, registration is at 2:00 PM. Sundays are about settling in and getting
comfortable at camp with your new group for the week. The day ends with games
and an all-camp orientation to help the campers understand how to be safe while at camp.
Monday through Friday are the major activity days where campers rotate through
the camp programs, or go on whatever specialty trip or focus activity they are participating in.
8:00 AM Chapel
service followed by breakfast at 8:20.
9:30
- 12:30 - activities
1:00 - 2:00
- quiet time
By 2:00PM we are back out in our next adventure.
5:30 - Dinner
6:30 - all-camp games and activities.
The day's activities conlude with vespers or
campfire and skits and stories.
Younger campers head back to their camp cabins.
Older campers
have “store time” and a closing activity in their groups.
Saturday
mornings are about cleaning up and packing for your journey home after a great week at camp.
Closing programs will be at 9:45 and pick up is at 10:00 AM
Five Big 2008 Camp Changes:
- Christian Environmental Awareness Programs
- Air conditioning in all camper sleeping quarters
- New food service program for scrumptious meals
- Close-toed shoes required for ALL campers
and staff
On-going construction to the west of the dining hall ...
Step One
Choose a camp program to attend...
Descriptions are listed below
Pre - Summer Events
June 6-8 Weekend
Family Camp Retreat 2008
June 29th - July 5th
Thank you for your interest in family camp 2008. The Family Camp program will
be administered directly through the event organizers rather than through Quinipet. This new way of administering the
program is to assist families in keeping the cost down and to remove some of the restrictions such as Department of Health
medical forms which are not required for retreats and adults. Rev.
Sue Klein is the event director. Feel free to call at 203 426 9998 to her church office or email her at revsueklein@sbcglobal.net ! We are looking forward to an awesome week this 40th Year!
If your chosen camp is full, please call to
be placed on the waiting list. Thank you!!
Week 1 - July 6th - July 12th
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Island Explorers
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Beginner Sailing
Girls Full |
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Week 2 - July 13th - July 19th
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Island Explorers 1/2 Week to Wed. |
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Intermediate Sailing
Girls Full |
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Week 3 - July 20th - July 26th
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Athletics
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Team Sports and Athletics
Girls Full |
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Week 4 - July 27th - Aug 2nd
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Beginner Sailing
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Travels with Friends
Camp Full |
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Week 5 - Aug 3rd - Aug 9th
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Equestrian to Thurs Morning |
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Intermediate Sailing
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Step Two
Complete the registration form...
This will hold your spot for up to 2 weeks
until a deposit is received
Step Three
You could stop after step two and wait for a "welcome" packet
and write a check from the invoice or pay with a credit card now. You can
use the buttons below to make a payment of your choice.
The "welcome" packet will include confirmations, health forms and packing lists.
Overnight Camp Descriptions
First Timers
Is this your first time coming
to camp? This half-week long program is an introduction to camping... same great activities as the full week programs, including
swimming, arts and crafts, campfire and more!
Island Explorers
Island Pioneers
Are you ready to experience
everything Quinipet has to offer? This week-long camp offers fun and exciting activities like nature hikes, swimming in the
bay, arts and crafts, campfires, fun new games and much more.
Team Sports & Athletics
Got game? This camp is full of fun games and sports from the traditional to the wacky. Its time to go out and play!
Equestrian
If you love horses, this camp
may be the one for you. Quinipet teams up with Hampshire Farms to teach you how to ride and care for horses. Check out our 4-day camp for the younger horse lovers too. These
programs are geared for the beginner. Please bring long pants and heeled boots
for this event.
Wind and Wave
This camp combines the best
water sports Camp Quinipet and Shelter Island have to offer, Sailing and Kayaking. You will learn the basics of both while
enjoying all your favorite Quinipet activities.
Pink Lightning
Pink Thunder
This is a program just for young
women, including everything Quinipet has to offer...swimming, arts and crafts, campfire and the rest. You will also explore
the wonders and challenges of being a young woman in the modern world with the people who understand it best, your peers!
Kayaking
Come and explore Shelter Island
like never before. At Kayak camp, you will captain your own boat in and around the shores of Shelter Island. No experience
necessary, just a willingness to try something new.
Sailing camps
Quinipet has a full sailing
crew ready to get you out on the water. Check out our website for more information about which sailing camp – beginner,
intermediate or advanced - is right for you. You must be a swimmer to attend
these camps. Plan to spend 8 hours wet every day!
Ultimate Challenge
With this camp, you will have
the opportunity to push yourself to new limits. It’s all about adventure and self-discovery as you and your campmates
work together to accomplish the improbable – if not the impossible.
Rock the Boat
If you love to be out on the
water, come join us for a week of boating. You’ll get the chance to take the sailboats out for a cruise, take a unique
tour of Shelter Island by kayak, tour around the camp by canoe and much more. In
2007 we even went on a Coast Guard boat!
Travels With Friends
Come with us as we explore the
best that the East End of Long Island has to offer - from water parks to beaches. Join us for this action packed week - which
is unique to Quinipet.
Senior High Assembly (SHA)
