Camp Beechpoint

Help Needed With Camper Scholarships

Mark Davidhizar — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:57:15 +0000

Another amazing week has passed and it has been exciting to see how God continues to change lives at Camp! This week our honor camper was Dee Dee … she was a returning camper from last year. Only last year, she needed alot of special attention because of her attitudes and behavior. When asked about the difference, she said, “After camp last year, I was tired of being bad. I felt like a totally different person.” This week it showed, as she demonstrated her love for God in a wonderful and positive way. This is why we do what we do….scholarship08

Please pray with us for 224 more scholarships be given to meet this summer’s need. Contributions can be sent to Camp Beechpoint Scholarships, 3212 - 125th Ave., Allegan, MI 49010.

Grand City Show Skiers Celebrate with Campers

Mark Davidhizar — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 20:46:29 +0000

July 3rd brought a special way to celebrate Independence Day at Camp Beechpoint. The Grand City Show Skiers provided a spectacular show for the campers, staff, and over 150 guests.

Most of the campers had never seen a water ski show before and some may never see one again. It was very fun and energizing to see the kids’ eyes light up as they saw something so new and different. The kids proved to be a great interactive audience. They were so pumped and having such a good time. Many of the kids asked for autographs, slapped high fives to the performers after their acts, and looked for ways to get a “feel” for the action by trying on ski gloves and checking out equipment.

From high-flying action, to humor, to stylistic doubles and pyramid skiing, it was a great show! Special thanks go out to Chad Van Horn of “The Real Estate Firm” for bringing this fun to the camp and sponsoring the show.

Here is a link to see a full spread of photos:http://www.flickr.com/photos/sue_devries/sets/72157605975713856/

Please Pray for our Campers

Mark Davidhizar — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:14:03 +0000

The following are a couple of excerpts from notes from campers this week:

“Thank you for teaching us about God. I learned a lot about Him. Thank you David for helping me ride a horse. The best part I liked here is going swimming and making new friends.” -Klarissa

“I loved this camp a lot. I had a lot of fun. I loved the swimming the most. I wish I could come back next year. I learned that the key to success was Jesus. I also learned it is different to know something in your head than in your heart.” -Krista

“I would like to thank you for letting me come to Camp Beechpoint. I had a lot of fun and I learn much about God. The canoe and bike trip was the best. I hope I can come back next year.” - Marshon

Have your own story? Sound off in the comments!
Lives are changed at Camp!

Gibson City Bible Church Gives Camp a Boost

Mark Davidhizar — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:09:50 +0000

Twenty college students made a great impact this week! They served as lifeguards, wranglers, roofers, stainers, dining room helpers, actors, vocalists, and assistant team leaders (counselors). What a blessing! Pastor Dave Hohulin also provided some gospel presentations utilizing fun illusions.

A big thank you to this crew, from Illinois, as they gave the campers a week of their summer! We are looking forward to other groups from Nebraska and Michigan helping us in the sessions to come. It is not too early to start planning for next summer…. Do you have a group that would like to come to serve? We’d love to have you.

Website Launch

Mark Davidhizar — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:43:32 +0000

Isn’t the new site great! Find out how to plan a retreat at Beechpoint…. View some scenes of the grounds, buildings, staff, and campers – all to offer you a visual “taste”. Check on dates for camp, programmed retreats, special events, and just keep current with Beechpoint. Thanks to our “webmaster”, Brian Richards, the new sight will stay current, updated, graphically pleasing, informative, and expanding. Watch us grow. But better yet, come and visit us!

Red, White & Blue Ski Extravaganza

Mark Davidhizar — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:41:48 +0000

Come visit Beechpoint on Thursday, July 3rd!

See camp in action, enjoy a professional ski show at 7 PM, then refresh yourself with some ice cream treats. If you haven’t been to Camp in a while or if you haven’t been here with a camp full of kids – you have to come.

A professional ski club will present a show on our waterfront! Trick skiing, jumping, sailing, and formations will help us to celebrate the Fourth of July! Special thanks to all those who made this day possible.

So, find a friend to bring and call us to let us know you’re coming (800-991-CAMP). It’s going to be a great day of fun!

Spectacular Spectacle!

Mark Davidhizar — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:31:39 +0000

If an auction is a “spectacle”, we had a spectacular one! It was a wonderful day of fun! The steaks were amazing … the music was great … the building tours were encouraging … and the people were awesome! Special thanks to TerAvest Auctioneering who made everyone feel great about buying/giving. Special pies sold for $70 each. A jar of homemade pickles hit $110. Electronics, flowers, tools, baked goods, and hand-crafts rounded-out quite an auction.

The highlight was when friends were given the chance to “buy” (give) scholarships for summer campers. Some sponsored whole cabins, others sponsored single campers, while others gave other amounts – over $26,000 was designated for scholarships! What a blessings! Once again, we were in awe as we read the total tally for the event…$50,777. We are thankful for everyone who gave items, attended, and participated in the auction. Keep next year in mind. Same day and the same time- we will keep you posted.

Summer 2008 - “Secret to Success”

Mark Davidhizar — Sat, 24 May 2008 14:28:00 +0000

Your child will want to be a part of another great summer of go-cart riding, tubing, swimming, zip-lining, horseback riding, and ultimate learning about the Secret to Success is kicking off! In addition to all of the activities, the kids will have fun learning Bible lessons from the life of Joseph. What were the secrets to his success?

After two weeks of intensive training, the summer staff will welcome the Day Campers (June 9-13 , ages 6-13) and then will be ready for seven one-week sessions of resident camp for children ages 8-14 (sessions are from Sunday evening to Friday evening). We still have some space available, but you’ll need to get registered soon. We hope to see your camper this summer!

For registration information, contact Sonya at 800-991-CAMP or camp[at]beechpoint.com.

New Scholarship Concept

Mark Davidhizar — Sat, 17 May 2008 14:26:37 +0000

Okay, it may not be completely new, but think about this possibility…. Instead of sending a contribution to sponsor a camper, why don’t you go out in your neighborhood (or family) and find a young person who would benefit from a week at Beechpoint? You would help them do the paperwork/registration – then you would sponsor them for the week. This model would help to keep you in contact with the child – encouraging them, praying for them, and inviting them to church with you on their return.

If this concept connects with you, simply call the office for registration information at 800-991-CAMP.

Miracles In Progress

Mark Davidhizar — Wed, 14 May 2008 14:19:56 +0000

God continues to provide for the new building project! It is exciting to see. We are continuing to wait for His timing of His provisions to complete the “miracle”. Lighting fixtures are being installed. The septic system has been completed. The footings for the large deck supports have bee poured, and many more details have been accomplished.

Please pray for the $196,000 needed for kitchen equipment. Please pray for $200,000 to complete the structure and surrounds (possibly less if volunteer labor available). And please pray for $100,000 to furnish the dining room, meeting rooms, and sitting areas. To date, over $1,000,000 has been given towards this new building. God has blessed by providing volunteer labor and gifts in kind to allow us to be very efficient in building this valuable structure. An architect’s contracted value on this project was estimated to be over 3 million dollars.

If you would like to hear a personal update, please feel free to contact me at 800-991-2267 or mdavidhizar[at]beechpoint.com