SUMATANGA PARENTS!!! We are so excited to spend some summer fun with your campers! PLEASE REMEMBER to print and bring your child's health forms with you to camp at check in. We must have them to check your camper in upon arrival. Thank you, thank you!!!

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Got questions about when to get to camp or what to bring, click here to find answers!!!

SUMMER CAMP is starting, but you can still register online! Click here to register!

SAVE THE DATE! 
Sumatanga Sunday is coming up on August 17th, 2014! 
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The mission of Sumatanga is to create a dynamic environment of Christian hospitality and learning. This environment and the experiences we provide are designed to help people:

  • Affirm and expand their faith in God.
  • Establish spiritual practices for ongoing Christian discipleship.
  • Grow in wisdom and in healthy self-esteem.
  • Establish lifestyles of loving interdependence with one another and all God's creation.
  • Develop as spiritual leaders.
  • Be inspired to engage in efforts that address true need and justice in the world and to support groups endeavoring to work for the common good of all.
Quick Reference Q & A For Parents & Campers:

What time does CHECK-IN START?
  • We are EXCITED to announce that we will have a centralized check-in this summer for all camps!  Everyone will check-in at Hutto Auditorium at 4:00.
  •    Hutto Auditorium is located at the Lodge.  
  •    Look for parking signs – we will have staff located throughout our campus to help get you where you need to be.
  •    Half week camps starting on Wednesday will check-in at 4:00 at their designated venue.  Look for signs!
  •    Day Camp check-in will start at 8:30 at the McBee Pavilion by the lake.


What time is CHECK-OUT TIME
  • Retreat Center camps will dismiss at 3:00.  You may check-out your camper in the top of the McKinney Atkins building (Main Office.)
  • Lodge Camps will dismiss at 3:30.  A combined closing program for Lodge Camps will begin at 3:00.  You may check-out your camper from Hutto Auditorium at 3:30, following the closing program.
  • Pool Camp will dismiss at 4:00.  You may check-out your camper in the Assembly Hall located inside the Pool Camp.
  • Half  Week camps at the Lodge that end on Tuesday will check out at 3:30 at Hutto Auditorium.
  • Half Week camps at the Retreat Center that end on Tuesday will check out at 3:00 at the top of McKinney.        
  • Day Camp will dismiss at 4:30.  You may check-out your camper at McBee Pavilion by the lake. 

PLEASE REMEMBER TO CHECK WITH YOUR CHILD’S COUNSELOR BEFORE LEAVING.

 
How much MONEY should by camper bring for canteen and crafts?

·         Canteen and crafts are included in the cost of registration for Parent/Grand Camps, Day Camps, Taste of Camps, and Elementary Camps. 
·         $20.00 is a suggested amount for canteen and crafts for all other campers.
·         Each camp will collect money for a mission fund.  Please feel free to donate what you are comfortable in giving.

How can I contact my camper while they are at Sumatanga?

·         You can mail letters to your campers at:  Camper’s Name, Name of Camp, 3616 Sumatanga Road, Gallant, AL 35972.
·         During registration, we will have a station where you can write your camper a note for each day of the week.  They will be handed out during mail call each day along with letters from the post office.
·         If your camper is coming with a group, feel free to send a large envelope with daily notes for your camper.  They will be handed out each day along with all other mail.
·         In the case of an emergency, please call (256)538-9860.  All calls after hours will be redirected to the manager on duty.

 What should my camper bring?

Those housed at the Retreat Centers will have linens provided.

Those housed at Pool Camp or the Lodge will need twin being (sleeping bag or sheets and a blanket), bath towel, wash cloth.

Everyone should bring:
·         Pillow
·         Bible
·         REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE (labeled)
·         Pen and paper
·         Toiletries (soap, toothbrush, deodorant, etc)
·         Swim suit (Boys-Trunks and Girls- modest tankini that covers midriff or one-piece) and beach towel
·         Closed-toe shoes and sandals for pool (creek-wading shoes)
·         flashlight
·         bug spray and sunscreen
·         CAMERA (NO PHONES ALLOWED)
·         Bag for wet clothes
·         Money for canteen, offering, etc.
·         Clothing for all days with a few extra outfits (no spaghetti straps or short shorts and no tank tops with oversized arm holes)

This year, we are having camp-wide THEME DAYS!

·         Sunday - Sumatanga Sunday (Wear your favorite camp shirt!)
·         Mondays - Mighty Mondays (Superheros)
·         Tuesday - TieDye or Tube sock Tuesday
·         Wednesday - Awareness Wednesday (Show your support for your favorite charity/organization)
·         Thursday - Throwback Thursday 
·         Friday - FREEDOM FRIDAY

For those involved with horse camp:

·         Long pants for riding (you cannot ride in shorts)
·         Cowboy boots or shoes with a heel and smooth soles
·         (Optional) Riding Helmet

Optional packing list:

·         Hat
·         Rain jacket
·         Small backpack 

What should my camper not bring?

·         Firearms
·         Fireworks
·         Weapons, including but no limited to knives
·         Electronics, including phones
·         Anything of significant value (jewelry, computers, etc.)Clothing should not contain any foul language or pictures of firearms, alcohol or tobacco advertising.