Hey all,

It is May now and the summer camping season is rapidly approaching. As always, there is a lot of preparation that needs to be done in order to serve 2000 people in a summer. Our annual Work Weekend is scheduled for May 18-20. This is a volunteer weekend to do work such as raking leaves, cleaning cabins, and so much more. We will feed you well and you can have a great time developing relationships with others while you work. If you can’t make it for the whole weekend, come all day Saturday, or come when you can. If you can, bring a rake, some gloves, and bring a friend and introduce them to the beauty of Bluewater. If you are coming, give camp a call at 218-326-6058 and leave a message. Hope to see you then!

Enjoy pictures from 2011 and get ready for 2012.

Invite a friend and download the registration.  We are looking forward to God working at Bluewater this summer through our theme:   The Transformation

Romans 12:2a  ”Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renew of your mind.”

Are you thinking the winter is warm?  Wait until Summer 2012!   Start to plan to bring a friend and visit Bluewater this summer.  Or plan for the family to take a break and come be refreshed at our Family Camp.  We are looking forward to serving you and watching as God’s Spirit moves through out all the wonderful memories made at Bluewater.

Go to “Youth Camps” and check out our schedule.

Due to the lack of snow and no reservations for Ice Fishing, Bluewater Covenant Bible Camp is canceling this coming weekend’s Snowmobile/ Ice Fishing Retreat. If you know of anyone who was planning on coming, but had not contacted us, then please inform them of the cancellation.  We are saddened that the opportunity to provide an opportunity to minister to people and enjoy Bluewater will be missed this January, but will look forward to the next opportunity that will come our way.

You might be wondering if there is going to be a snowmobile retreat this year.  Due to the lack of snow…so are we.  That is why we have decided to invite anyone that enjoys ice fishing into the mix.  If we get snow before Jan. 20th, then we will also go sledding, but we will also make available the four great ice fishing lakes that surround Bluewater.  Bring your ice fishing or spearing gear and let’s make the most of a winter that is not providing us with a lot of snow, but good ice to be fishing on.

Call or email to reserve your spot.

When:  January 20- 22

What:  Riding the Taconite trails of Itasca County, campfires, friendship, adventure, memories, and great food.

Investment:  $60

What to bring:  A working snowmobile, sleeping bag, warm clothes, and a friend to enjoy the weekend with.

Call Bluewater to reserve your spot:  218-326-6058 or email:  chad@bluewatercovcamp.org

Sleds at Bluewater

2011 Newsletter

Ladies, Get Prepared for the Fall Women’s Retreat

September 16- 18, 2011

Featuring Dede Hard

“What Just Happened, Life Lessons, & Mind Over Matter”

Dede was born in Foley, Minnesota and graduated from high school in International Falls, MN. She was heavily involved in Speech, Drama and Music, both in High School and College, always leaning toward the humorous genre. She is a gifted storyteller, weaving her message of life’s lessons in with hilarious stories involving her children, friends, and experiences. She is also a talented vocal performer and weaves her musical numbers through her presentations.

In 1976 she met her husband, Bill at the MN State Fair in the 4-H Cafeteria.

Dede worked as an accountant in the grain industy for 15 years. She and her family moved to Hutchinson in 1985, and in 1994 purchased a farm just west of Hutchinson where they now live. Dede and her family have a successful kennel where they raise Goldendoodles and Shih-Tzus.

She enjoys scrapbooking, horse back riding, cooking, gardening, the theatre, and spending time with famiy and friends. Bill and Dede have 1 daughter, Megan, and 3 sox, Brian and Kevin. She treasures every moment God gives them together.

Dede loves the great outdoors. God speaks to her through His nature and she presses on to find the direction and plans her Lord and Savior has in store for her.

RETREAT FEATURES:

Early Registration at 10 a.m. on Friday for Scrapbooking.  Bring a sack lunch or an extra $7 for a meal at Bluewater.

Regular registration at 5 p.m.  Call Bluewater to register:  218-326-6058

Remember to bring an item for the Silent Auction.

Bring a Snack To Share.