bob’s letterback cover Board, Leadership, Missionpage 3

What a privilege to be a part of the camp family in 2019. We observed in so many

ways how camp has made a lasting impact on the lives of young men and women

for the past 75 years. At Camp, both campers and staff experience spiritual growth

through godly role models, adventure, the study of God’s word and time spent in

His wonderful creation. These moments take place on the shores of Heald Pond,

on the fishing boat in Lake Winnipesaukee, paddling the Allagash River, or in a

conversation at the Brookwoods Conference Center between a youth pastor and

high schooler seeking God during a weekend retreat.

Positive lasting impact happens on many fronts—summer campers, leadership

development program participants, and seasonal summer staff, who are

surrounded with a supportive Christian community where friendships thrive.

In July, we welcomed 400 alumni back to Brookwoods to celebrate 75 years of

ministry. Alumni from every decade attended, including Don Pauley, one of the

original 8 campers back in 1944. Former campers and staff told stories and shared

remembrances over campfires and pancakes at breakfast cookouts, participated in

camp activities, told funny stories, and sang camp songs throughout the weekend.

The celebration culminated with a worship service with 800 people under the tent

on the front lawn. (Check out our YouTube channel “SummerFunatCamp” to see

the 75th Anniversary weekend highlights.)

Moose River Outpost had an outstanding summer in 2019, giving us more cause for celebration. Camp was

full, reaching another huge milestone for the ministry. Starting this coming summer, we will expand the

camp season in Maine to 8 weeks from the previous 6 weeks. Ken Olsen’s original gift of a rustic “fishing

camp” (7,000 acres) in 1999, has now grown into an incredibly special ministry that impacts hundreds of

kids each season.

We are now looking ahead to the next 75 years and how we can continue to make an impact on all aspects

of the ministry to this generation and the next. It is a wonderful God-given legacy, and we want to continue

to be good stewards of the blessing that God has provided.

To everyone who is included in this Annual Report, and to those who donated time and resources

anonymously or behind the scenes—Thank You! The role you played in making camp “work” was

tremendous. Each and every gift made our goals of excellence and positive impact a reality in 2019. I am

privileged to see the results each day, and I hope this Annual Report will provide you with a glimpse of the

life changing results YOU have enabled.

I love serving this ministry!

Dear Camp Family

CAMP BROOKWOODSAND DEER RUN34 Camp Brookwoods RoadAlton, NH 03809Phone: 603.875.3600Fax: 603.875.4606E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

MOOSE RIVER OUTPOSTP.O. Box 555Jackman, ME 04945Phone: 207.668.4877Fax: 207.668.4008E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

Follow us:

christiancamps.net | campbrookwoods.net | campdeerrun.net | mooseriveroutpost.net

The Brookwoods and Deer Run Cabins are Looking Good! We are making progress with our cabin renovations project with Beaver and Bear getting the standard Brookwoods upgrade (extra room, new electrical, and an expanded bathroom). At Deer Run, Reindeer received a new porch and Elk and Antelope now have new floors and upgraded sinks and countertops. We are especially excited about the work that was completed in 2019 on the Badger cabin. Two new wings were added to accommodate the male SALT 1 and SALT 2 (Servant and Leadership Training) participants. We are delighted that this newest leadership program has been well-received and is consistently filled.

A new face in the kitchen:We were pleased to welcome Jon Cooper as our new Food Service Director in May of 2019. He and the family were barely settled in when the campers began streaming through the gates on Incoming Day. Jon rose to the challenge and treated the campers and staff with some new creations like gutter sundaes and 100 foot subs. We can’t wait to see what he comes up with this year!

What a Weekend!In July 2019, Camp Brookwoods hosted over 400 camp alumni who returned for a special Anniversary Weekend Celebration to give thanks for 75 years of God’s faithfulness. It was a special time of fellowship, campfires, remembrances, and special programs. The weekend concluded with a joint worship service of 800 combined campers and alumni praising God together under the tent on the front lawn!

Board of DirectorsDavid Bass Chairman Todd Blount Vice Chairman and TreasurerLisa Forkner SecretaryBob BennettGerry BennettJon BryanDana DaughertyGerry MooreAlexis RapoPeter SnedekerBob StrodelLora Webster

LeadershipBob Strodel Executive DirectorTim Nielsen Director of Ministry Services Ben Tabone Brookwoods DirectorMary Beth Bowling Deer Run DirectorSeth Coates Moose River Outpost DirectorDebbie Strodel Director of Finance Ann Higgins Development DirectorMelissa Yonan Alumni Director

Fundraising Thank you for supporting camp with your charitable giving in 2019. A healthy Annual Fund keeps the ministry strong and brings more kids to camp to hear about the life changing love of Jesus.

“75 for 75” Weekend of Giving: We held a successful Weekend of Giving once again over Changeover Weekend with a special theme for Brookwoods’ 75th year. Thanks especially to those 18 donors who Joined the Journey for the first time during this weekend.

Anniversary Auction: Another Anniversary themed event was the silent auction held to boost our Scholarship Fund. The Auction yielded $3,600 to bring kids to camp with some vintage Brookwoods signs receiving the most bids.

Year End Goals: Once again, our faithful ministry partners helped us meet our year-end goals. We are especially grateful to our donors for providing $252,000 in donations to cover the financial assistance given to campers in 2019!

Giving Back: The Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program and the 1944 Heritage Society continues to gain members. For more information on these special donor programs, visit christiancamps.net/give-back/

HIGHLIGHTS

2019Annual Report

Dear Camp Family

On the Northern Front …This past year, Moose River Outpost in Maine saw a record number of monther campers (48), a full WILD 1 group (for only the 2nd time in its history), broke ground on the new skeet shooting range, and served more campers than ever! We are so thankful that more and more campers are discovering this unique and beautiful 7,000 acre property.

Bob Strodel, Executive Director

Our Mission at Christian Camps and Conferences is to foster vibrant Christian communities located in awe-inspiring outdoor settings in which young people are spiritually transformed through Christ-centered relationships.

bob’s letterback cover Board, Leadership, Missionpage 3

What a privilege to be a part of the camp family in 2019. We observed in so many

ways how camp has made a lasting impact on the lives of young men and women

for the past 75 years. At Camp, both campers and staff experience spiritual growth

through godly role models, adventure, the study of God’s word and time spent in

His wonderful creation. These moments take place on the shores of Heald Pond,

on the fishing boat in Lake Winnipesaukee, paddling the Allagash River, or in a

conversation at the Brookwoods Conference Center between a youth pastor and

high schooler seeking God during a weekend retreat.

Positive lasting impact happens on many fronts—summer campers, leadership

development program participants, and seasonal summer staff, who are

surrounded with a supportive Christian community where friendships thrive.

In July, we welcomed 400 alumni back to Brookwoods to celebrate 75 years of

ministry. Alumni from every decade attended, including Don Pauley, one of the

original 8 campers back in 1944. Former campers and staff told stories and shared

remembrances over campfires and pancakes at breakfast cookouts, participated in

camp activities, told funny stories, and sang camp songs throughout the weekend.

The celebration culminated with a worship service with 800 people under the tent

on the front lawn. (Check out our YouTube channel “SummerFunatCamp” to see

the 75th Anniversary weekend highlights.)

Moose River Outpost had an outstanding summer in 2019, giving us more cause for celebration. Camp was

full, reaching another huge milestone for the ministry. Starting this coming summer, we will expand the

camp season in Maine to 8 weeks from the previous 6 weeks. Ken Olsen’s original gift of a rustic “fishing

camp” (7,000 acres) in 1999, has now grown into an incredibly special ministry that impacts hundreds of

kids each season.

We are now looking ahead to the next 75 years and how we can continue to make an impact on all aspects

of the ministry to this generation and the next. It is a wonderful God-given legacy, and we want to continue

to be good stewards of the blessing that God has provided.

To everyone who is included in this Annual Report, and to those who donated time and resources

anonymously or behind the scenes—Thank You! The role you played in making camp “work” was

tremendous. Each and every gift made our goals of excellence and positive impact a reality in 2019. I am

privileged to see the results each day, and I hope this Annual Report will provide you with a glimpse of the

life changing results YOU have enabled.

I love serving this ministry!

Dear Camp Family

CAMP BROOKWOODSAND DEER RUN34 Camp Brookwoods RoadAlton, NH 03809Phone: 603.875.3600Fax: 603.875.4606E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

MOOSE RIVER OUTPOSTP.O. Box 555Jackman, ME 04945Phone: 207.668.4877Fax: 207.668.4008E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

Follow us:

christiancamps.net | campbrookwoods.net | campdeerrun.net | mooseriveroutpost.net

The Brookwoods and Deer Run Cabins are Looking Good! We are making progress with our cabin renovations project with Beaver and Bear getting the standard Brookwoods upgrade (extra room, new electrical, and an expanded bathroom). At Deer Run, Reindeer received a new porch and Elk and Antelope now have new floors and upgraded sinks and countertops. We are especially excited about the work that was completed in 2019 on the Badger cabin. Two new wings were added to accommodate the male SALT 1 and SALT 2 (Servant and Leadership Training) participants. We are delighted that this newest leadership program has been well-received and is consistently filled.

A new face in the kitchen:We were pleased to welcome Jon Cooper as our new Food Service Director in May of 2019. He and the family were barely settled in when the campers began streaming through the gates on Incoming Day. Jon rose to the challenge and treated the campers and staff with some new creations like gutter sundaes and 100 foot subs. We can’t wait to see what he comes up with this year!

What a Weekend!In July 2019, Camp Brookwoods hosted over 400 camp alumni who returned for a special Anniversary Weekend Celebration to give thanks for 75 years of God’s faithfulness. It was a special time of fellowship, campfires, remembrances, and special programs. The weekend concluded with a joint worship service of 800 combined campers and alumni praising God together under the tent on the front lawn!

Board of DirectorsDavid Bass Chairman Todd Blount Vice Chairman and TreasurerLisa Forkner SecretaryBob BennettGerry BennettJon BryanDana DaughertyGerry MooreAlexis RapoPeter SnedekerBob StrodelLora Webster

LeadershipBob Strodel Executive DirectorTim Nielsen Director of Ministry Services Ben Tabone Brookwoods DirectorMary Beth Bowling Deer Run DirectorSeth Coates Moose River Outpost DirectorDebbie Strodel Director of Finance Ann Higgins Development DirectorMelissa Yonan Alumni Director

Fundraising Thank you for supporting camp with your charitable giving in 2019. A healthy Annual Fund keeps the ministry strong and brings more kids to camp to hear about the life changing love of Jesus.

“75 for 75” Weekend of Giving: We held a successful Weekend of Giving once again over Changeover Weekend with a special theme for Brookwoods’ 75th year. Thanks especially to those 18 donors who Joined the Journey for the first time during this weekend.

Anniversary Auction: Another Anniversary themed event was the silent auction held to boost our Scholarship Fund. The Auction yielded $3,600 to bring kids to camp with some vintage Brookwoods signs receiving the most bids.

Year End Goals: Once again, our faithful ministry partners helped us meet our year-end goals. We are especially grateful to our donors for providing $252,000 in donations to cover the financial assistance given to campers in 2019!

Giving Back: The Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program and the 1944 Heritage Society continues to gain members. For more information on these special donor programs, visit christiancamps.net/give-back/

HIGHLIGHTS

2019Annual Report

Dear Camp Family

On the Northern Front …This past year, Moose River Outpost in Maine saw a record number of monther campers (48), a full WILD 1 group (for only the 2nd time in its history), broke ground on the new skeet shooting range, and served more campers than ever! We are so thankful that more and more campers are discovering this unique and beautiful 7,000 acre property.

Bob Strodel, Executive Director

Our Mission at Christian Camps and Conferences is to foster vibrant Christian communities located in awe-inspiring outdoor settings in which young people are spiritually transformed through Christ-centered relationships.

bob’s letterback cover Board, Leadership, Missionpage 3

What a privilege to be a part of the camp family in 2019. We observed in so many

ways how camp has made a lasting impact on the lives of young men and women

for the past 75 years. At Camp, both campers and staff experience spiritual growth

through godly role models, adventure, the study of God’s word and time spent in

His wonderful creation. These moments take place on the shores of Heald Pond,

on the fishing boat in Lake Winnipesaukee, paddling the Allagash River, or in a

conversation at the Brookwoods Conference Center between a youth pastor and

high schooler seeking God during a weekend retreat.

Positive lasting impact happens on many fronts—summer campers, leadership

development program participants, and seasonal summer staff, who are

surrounded with a supportive Christian community where friendships thrive.

In July, we welcomed 400 alumni back to Brookwoods to celebrate 75 years of

ministry. Alumni from every decade attended, including Don Pauley, one of the

original 8 campers back in 1944. Former campers and staff told stories and shared

remembrances over campfires and pancakes at breakfast cookouts, participated in

camp activities, told funny stories, and sang camp songs throughout the weekend.

The celebration culminated with a worship service with 800 people under the tent

on the front lawn. (Check out our YouTube channel “SummerFunatCamp” to see

the 75th Anniversary weekend highlights.)

Moose River Outpost had an outstanding summer in 2019, giving us more cause for celebration. Camp was

full, reaching another huge milestone for the ministry. Starting this coming summer, we will expand the

camp season in Maine to 8 weeks from the previous 6 weeks. Ken Olsen’s original gift of a rustic “fishing

camp” (7,000 acres) in 1999, has now grown into an incredibly special ministry that impacts hundreds of

kids each season.

We are now looking ahead to the next 75 years and how we can continue to make an impact on all aspects

of the ministry to this generation and the next. It is a wonderful God-given legacy, and we want to continue

to be good stewards of the blessing that God has provided.

To everyone who is included in this Annual Report, and to those who donated time and resources

anonymously or behind the scenes—Thank You! The role you played in making camp “work” was

tremendous. Each and every gift made our goals of excellence and positive impact a reality in 2019. I am

privileged to see the results each day, and I hope this Annual Report will provide you with a glimpse of the

life changing results YOU have enabled.

I love serving this ministry!

Dear Camp Family

CAMP BROOKWOODSAND DEER RUN34 Camp Brookwoods RoadAlton, NH 03809Phone: 603.875.3600Fax: 603.875.4606E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

MOOSE RIVER OUTPOSTP.O. Box 555Jackman, ME 04945Phone: 207.668.4877Fax: 207.668.4008E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

Follow us:

christiancamps.net | campbrookwoods.net | campdeerrun.net | mooseriveroutpost.net

The Brookwoods and Deer Run Cabins are Looking Good! We are making progress with our cabin renovations project with Beaver and Bear getting the standard Brookwoods upgrade (extra room, new electrical, and an expanded bathroom). At Deer Run, Reindeer received a new porch and Elk and Antelope now have new floors and upgraded sinks and countertops. We are especially excited about the work that was completed in 2019 on the Badger cabin. Two new wings were added to accommodate the male SALT 1 and SALT 2 (Servant and Leadership Training) participants. We are delighted that this newest leadership program has been well-received and is consistently filled.

A new face in the kitchen:We were pleased to welcome Jon Cooper as our new Food Service Director in May of 2019. He and the family were barely settled in when the campers began streaming through the gates on Incoming Day. Jon rose to the challenge and treated the campers and staff with some new creations like gutter sundaes and 100 foot subs. We can’t wait to see what he comes up with this year!

What a Weekend!In July 2019, Camp Brookwoods hosted over 400 camp alumni who returned for a special Anniversary Weekend Celebration to give thanks for 75 years of God’s faithfulness. It was a special time of fellowship, campfires, remembrances, and special programs. The weekend concluded with a joint worship service of 800 combined campers and alumni praising God together under the tent on the front lawn!

Board of DirectorsDavid Bass Chairman Todd Blount Vice Chairman and TreasurerLisa Forkner SecretaryBob BennettGerry BennettJon BryanDana DaughertyGerry MooreAlexis RapoPeter SnedekerBob StrodelLora Webster

LeadershipBob Strodel Executive DirectorTim Nielsen Director of Ministry Services Ben Tabone Brookwoods DirectorMary Beth Bowling Deer Run DirectorSeth Coates Moose River Outpost DirectorDebbie Strodel Director of Finance Ann Higgins Development DirectorMelissa Yonan Alumni Director

Fundraising Thank you for supporting camp with your charitable giving in 2019. A healthy Annual Fund keeps the ministry strong and brings more kids to camp to hear about the life changing love of Jesus.

“75 for 75” Weekend of Giving: We held a successful Weekend of Giving once again over Changeover Weekend with a special theme for Brookwoods’ 75th year. Thanks especially to those 18 donors who Joined the Journey for the first time during this weekend.

Anniversary Auction: Another Anniversary themed event was the silent auction held to boost our Scholarship Fund. The Auction yielded $3,600 to bring kids to camp with some vintage Brookwoods signs receiving the most bids.

Year End Goals: Once again, our faithful ministry partners helped us meet our year-end goals. We are especially grateful to our donors for providing $252,000 in donations to cover the financial assistance given to campers in 2019!

Giving Back: The Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program and the 1944 Heritage Society continues to gain members. For more information on these special donor programs, visit christiancamps.net/give-back/

HIGHLIGHTS

2019Annual Report

Dear Camp Family

On the Northern Front …This past year, Moose River Outpost in Maine saw a record number of monther campers (48), a full WILD 1 group (for only the 2nd time in its history), broke ground on the new skeet shooting range, and served more campers than ever! We are so thankful that more and more campers are discovering this unique and beautiful 7,000 acre property.

Bob Strodel, Executive Director

Our Mission at Christian Camps and Conferences is to foster vibrant Christian communities located in awe-inspiring outdoor settings in which young people are spiritually transformed through Christ-centered relationships.

DonorsLives transformed

Rene Santos Brookwoods Staff

There have been moments in my life where I have asked myself “How did I get so blessed to end up here?” I found myself having this thought as I was looking at the sunset from the Bear Cabin at Brookwoods this past summer. As my 2019 Spring semester was coming to an end at Azusa Pacific University in California, I had a conversation with my professor and mentor Cheryl Crawford that would change my life. Amongst her encouragement to me to be obedient to God’s call for my life, she extended an invitation for me to be a part of something that would not only affirm my passion for discipleship but also help me discover a newfound admiration for God’s creation through nature. I accepted and came on staff as the Brookwoods Bear counselor. Singing around a campfire, canoeing down

the Saco River with the Bears and Impalas, going on three-day hikes in the White Mountains, and the evening cookouts are among my favorite memories of the summer. These activities helped me recognize that Christ was at the center of it all. Fellow staff members and campers were willing to be vulnerable about where they stood in their relationship with Christ and as we came alongside one another we grew in love towards one another and towards our Heavenly Father. I also had the privilege to witness three of my Bear campers being

baptized and making the decision to commit their lives to living in a way that brings glory to God. I will forever cherish my friendship with Cheryl Crawford and the staff at Brookwoods for giving me the opportunity to serve and lead the future generation in the path of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Financials

Donations 2019Endowment: $ 17,445MRO: $ 11,220General Donations: $ 120,943Scholarship: $ 251,931Other Designated Gifts: $ 394,963

Summer Tuition $ 2,387,618 Conference Income $ 731,698Timbering & Sugaring $ 213,405General Donations $ 120,943Scholarship Donations $ 251,931 Other Designated Gifts $ 394,963 Total $ 4,100,558

59%

17%

3%

6%5%

10%

Support & Revenue

FY 2019

242 Campers in 2019 received Scholarship Assistance (22%).

* Numbers are not audited at time of printing

Christie Knubel Holmes Deer Run Director, 1990-1992

I first went to Deer Run as a month camper and was placed in the Impala Cabin. Despite a disastrous first backpacking experience, I returned to Deer Run for 11 summers. My years at Deer Run added a consistency of relationship and experience through the remainder of my high school, college, and graduate school years. When there was so much change in my life, camp was a constant. I created relationships, memories, and was given leadership opportunities that define me to this day. The weekend of the 75th Anniversary was very nostalgic for me. It was wonderful to get reacquainted with people I had not seen for 30 years—to be reminded that relationships that lay dormant for a long time can be picked up without skipping a beat. And to discover that the impact people make continues through time, writing on my heart and story. I realized that the grit, courage, and spirit that I cultivated when hiking in the White Mountains, traversing the ropes course, training to lifeguard, and forging friendships while pounding ice cream at Kellerhaus are all woven into my DNA and inform my vision and courage as a mom and an entrepreneur. While I enjoyed the wonderful anniversary weekend, up in northern Maine, at Moose River Outpost, my daughter was creating memories and having experiences of her own. I wondered what she was doing and if she would have the resilience to turn those experiences into a life-long legacy of her own. I had done my best to encourage her to embrace all the opportunities that Northern Maine has to offer. I have no assurances that her experiences will measure up to mine. That will be up to her. I had only done what a lot of parents do, set her up for adventure, cover her in a lot of prayer, and wait to see where she landed.

Colin Wolgemuth Moose River Outpost Staff

I was invited to work at Moose River Outpost (MRO) during a crisis time in my family. My parents had recently separated, and I was struggling with confusion and grief in the wake of it all. Already having a love of Christian camping, I applied for a counselor position at MRO. The thought of working at a Christian camp in the wilderness of northern Maine gave me hope, and six weeks later I was driving north from Pennsylvania to Maine!

I am happy to say that being a part of the ministry and mission of MRO last summer lifted me out of a season of sorrow and gave me new zeal for the future. I came alive in the atmosphere of love, joy, and unity built on a foundation of faith in Jesus. Though we were working hard six days a week, camp was still a place of refreshment. The Lord picked me up and strengthened my faith in Him.

Being a staff member at MRO was like being welcomed into a family. From the first, MRO Director, Seth Coates, and his wife, Cathy, treated the counselor staff like their own children, caring deeply for us. They were consistent and kind, wanting the best for us as we led and cared for campers. This trust relationship helped the staff to bond as we learned to do our work well.

During the summer, I was often reminded of the beauty of God. As counselors shared testimonies, I heard about the Lord’s goodness. As we walked outside each day by the lake, I saw it! As campers began to experience the truth of the gospel, I sensed it. Through moments of being tired from work and caring for campers, God gave us joy. At the end of the summer, I realized that I didn’t want to be finished with MRO. The door opened for me to return! I am so thankful for this place, the work that God is doing here, and the chance to take part in it again.

2019

Summer Programs $ 2,018,476Conference Ministry $ 802,239Management & Operations $ 579,185Alumni Relations & Development $ 208,385Timbering & Sugaring $ 62,362Capital Improvements $ 139,850

Total $ 3,810,497

Expenses FY 2019

1%

52%

21%

17%

4%5%

Colin (back row, far left) with a group of campers ready for a new adventure!

Christie works for Global CommUnity which provides opportunities for families to learn about different cultures while traveling abroad. She is pictured here (second from right) during the Anniversary Weekend with Mark Russell and Dave and Judy Gleason.

We are blessed to have Rene returning to the Brookwoods staff in 2020. He is pictured here (seated, center) with a few of the 2019 Bears and Impalas.

2020

* Names in GREEN denote Members of the Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program.

2 More Weeks of Adventure at Moose River Outpost: 8 WEEKS!We are thrilled that MRO reached a milestone for campers in 2019 which will allow us to add two more weeks of camp to the season in Maine. All we can say is Go MRO!

Preparing for The Next 75 Years We are looking forward with expectation to how God will use Camp Brookwoods, Deer Run, and Moose River Outpost to expand the gospel in the coming years. We invite you to partner with us as we prepare to serve future generations of campers. Be on the lookout for an announcement about what we have planned!

Moving Forward Donors

We are grateful for our 407 Annual Fund donors, including 78 first-time donors. Thank you all

for Joining the Journey!

1,122 Campers in 2019

242 Campers received

Scholarship Assistance

6,336Eggs fried up for

Breakfast Cookouts

40 Campfire Circle

Monthly Donors

6,422 Conference

Guests at MRO & Brookwoods

31 States & 14 Countries

represented at Summer Camp

Claire Ackerman Tim & Kristin (Knopf) Akers Brian & Donna (Strodel) Aldridge Jack Allison Gregory & Leslie Allison Torsten & Eva (Lindsell) Andersen Robert Anderson Jean Andreson Jim Andreson Kevin & Suzy Andrews Anonymous Donors John & Kim ArenasFrank & Kristine (Petersen) Armstrong David & Temple Ary Michael & Taylor (Lenci) Assaraf John & Elli Bai D. Linden & Allison Barber David & Nancy Bass Robert & Connie Bass Don Bates Bob & Genie Bennett Gerry & Rindy Bennett Joshua & Sarah Bennett Peter & Diana Bennett Ben & Beth Bezanson Trey & Elisa Billings Ted & Judith Blount Todd & Mindy Blount Rob Bode John & Samantha (Moore) Bohall Richard & Michele Bond David Borchers Michael & Elizabeth Boscaino Curtis & Rachel (Young) Boudreau George & Mary Beth (Fuller) Bowling Page Brenner Michael Brigham Henry Brooks Marie Brooks Phil & Paula Brooks Roger & Ann Brooks Joe & Sue (Barnes) Brosseau Alex & Helen (Kemeny) BrownPeter & Pam Brown Morgan & Helen (Woolworth) BrownMalrie Brown Jonathan & Allie (Lenci) Bryan Gates & Sarah Bryant Henry & Virginia Bryant Laurence & Judi Budweiser Doug Burke David Burnham Win Byker

Byl Cameron Duncan Cameron David & Pat Cameron Dick & Virjean Camp Roger & Heather Carlson Todd & Vanessa (Finis) Carr Richard Carter Jeff & Allysen Carver Sean & Jessica (Wachob) Cary Gordon & Jessica Chen The Chen Family Larry & Joanne Cheng Robert & Kim (Crawford) ChristnerMitchell & Sara Chwatt Cassie Clarke Phillip & Kristi (Geney) Clary Seth & Cathy Coates Michael Coates Joel & Sarah (Bartlett) Cohen Paul & Jennifer Colone Douglas & Jane Cook Jonathan & April Cooper Robert & Kate Copeland III Brian & Catherine Corcoran Tim Craig Rebecca Crane Peter & Janet Crossley Tom & Marie Cullen Logan Cummings Wayne & Pam Curtis Jason & Shannon Daily Dorislee Dandan Joel & Kendra Davidsen Robert Dawson Henry & Jacqueline Dendunnen Russ & Marcia Deubler William & Debbie (Hobbs) Dill Janet Diotalevi Scott & Betsey (Powell) Dolfi Bob & Anita (Tona) Drake Robert & Patricia DuelferGeorge & Tanya Duncan John & Barbara Dunning Maureen Dvorak David & Eileen Dwortz Patty (Heckman) EastwoodKarl & Sophally Ehrenfels Peter & Cindy Eichling Douglas Evans & Sarah Cogan Lorraine EvansRobert & Marla Evans Frederic & Susan Farcy Neil & Kristine (Lees) Fernando

Daniel & Kristina (Barbuto) FerreDaniel & Ashley Fisher Sean & Jacquelyn Fitzgerald John & Debbie Flanagan Josh & Stacie Flanagan, Jr. Don & Marlene Flight James & Alison Forbes Bennett Forkner Kent & Lisa (Bennett) Forkner Mark & Kay Forkner Sam Forry Albert & Violet Frizzell Peter & Cathy Fuller Paul & Sarah Fullerton Kenneth & Deborah Gagne Brad & Cynthia (Willett) Galko Dave & Teri GeneyRich & Carol Geney John & Sue Good Matt & Laura (Williams) Gordon Jonathan Granata Keith & Bonnie Greer Michael Grein Emory & Meaghan (McCann) Griffith Brad & Valerie Griswold Eric Hackley Eileen “Bobbe” Hackman Scott & Stephanie Haig Michael Hall & Deborah Dunsire Mark & Julie (Lipscomb) Halvorsen Marlena Hambacher Leona Harris Ellen (Roberts) Harshbarger Ed Harutunian John Harutunian Gary & Melanie (Salemi) Hatfield Jennifer Healy Barbara (Strodel) Hegenes Mark & Stacie Hess Craig & Ann HigginsKevin Hill John Hines Scott & Lanier HodgsonAndy & Pam (Hobbs) Hoffecker John Holbrook Clarke & Christie (Knubel) Holmes Steve & Debra Holmes Richard & Patricia Hopgood Jeffrey & Jennifer Hoppa Christian & Lisa (Papertsian) HornBill & Jane Horn Mark Horn & Melissa YonanLinda Houllahan

Daniel & Kathy Hubley Don & Bobbie HudgensSteve & Julie Humeniuk Raleigh & Scotty Humphries Gregory Hunt Eugene & Cynthia HyunAdam & Hannah (Seidle) Jalovick Wayne & Virginia Johnson Gregory & Margaret Johnson Andrew & Jessica (White) Jones Heather Jones Donald & Anna Jones Stephen & Janice Joy Thomas & Tracy Joyce Gustavo & Rochelle Karakey Douglas & Ruth Karrel Kenneth & Anne (Bennett) Keyes Stephen & Jane Kim Tim & Jennifer Kingston Andy Klimas Kenneth & Ann Knutson Charles & Karen Korn Kiril & Jane Kostadinov Stathis & Cheryl Kouninis Matthew & Danielle Kozlowski Beata & Mariusz Krawiec Carolyn Krieger Jack & Eva Kroeze Arwen La Dine Brent & Kristen Lane Ian & Krista Lane Ann Lane-Nelson Andre & Rachel (Arno) LaPlante John & Phyllis Lauber Steven & Wendy LaVianoRobert & Margaret Lawrence Jack & Linda Lees Joe & Donna (Cordes) Lehmann David & Marty Leveille George & Katie (Ludwig) Levesque John & Stephanie Lindsell W. Scott & Susan Lineberry Elizabeth LipscombAlex Lloyd & Dana DaughertyEd & Sally Locko Scott & Hannah Loring Caleb & Bonny Loring III Caleb & Mary-Stewart Loring IVJane Claiborne Low Jeff & Linda LuchtBob & Barbara Ludwig Deborah Lutner Patrick & Jenny Lynch

Joanie LynchSteve & Carol (Eichling) Lytch Robbie & Justine (Tennant) MacDonaldWill MacFarlane Abigail MacLean Ken & Gayle MacLeod Bruce Macleod Meaghan Maguire Fred & Austin Malloy Timothy & Carolyn Malloy Elizabeth Mann Sean Manning Joseph & Sue (Auger) Manory Scott Marshall Frank & Flor Marshall Richard & Lee Marzilli Brian & Jocelyn (Woolworth) Mason Nicholas Massard Bob & Charlene Matthews Steven MawhorterCraig & Clarena McBeth Laurelle (Mathis) McCready James & Susan McHughGabriel & Alicia McHugh Brad & Heather (Greer) McKay James & Abbey McLean Mason & Julie McLean Samuel & Gemma Medile Eric & Susanne Metaxas Robert & Lauren Meyer Kent & Sarah Middleton Michael & Katie Milway Sophie Milway Gayle Miniter Nicole Molea Stephen & Erica Mongelli Tyler & Mary (Crowers) Montgomery Alden Moore Gerald & Rebecca Moore Colin Moran Andy & Pennie Morgan Carol Morgan Robert & Maryellen Morin Tim & Barb Morris Mike Moyes & Lindsey Sweaney Moyes Joe & Carrie Murray David Myers Joel NagyGreg & Cindi Nappi Paul & Suzanne Neu Timothy & Adina Nielsen David & Maryam Nok Daniel

Robert & Lois Nordling, Sr. John & Linda Nyquist Michael & Julie O’Brien Terence O’Brien, Sr. & Joanne Mulcahy Sarah Oinonen Peter & Tona Olsen Lauren OlsonMarla (Nielsen) Omdal Quinn & Kate (Cameron) Orb Brian Parsons David & Larisa Pazmino Bill & Margaret Peabody Rich & Tonya Peck Baxter Peffer & Margaret Crighton Kris & Laura Perkins David & Karen Peterson Rebekah PetersonPete Petite PJ & Andrea (Agnello) Pettinato Peter & Aubrey Philbrick Len & Rosalind Picard Tom Polak Brad & Sandy Potter Brook Potter Ruth Powell Mark & Jeanne PrideElizabeth Pruitt Mark & Rebecca Pruitt Jason & Lisa PuckettFrank & Jennifer Rand Mark & Shannon Rapo Andrew & Alexis Rapo John & Martha Re Jason Redlus Bud & Midge Reed Scott & Gwen Reed Olav & Rebecca Refvik Chris & Kate Renyi Robert & Deborah Revesz Christopher Carter Reynolds Carly Rhodes Linda Rich Larry & Ginny (Lypscom) Richburg George & Olympia Rizzo, Sr. Stephen J. & Lorelei Robey Evelyn Rodriguez Chris & Cheryl (Burdick) Rogers Ken & Emily RothDennis & Sally Runey Dan Russell & Mary Carroll Mike & Jana Salt Michael & Lory (Lees-Whalen) Sarlo

George & Nancy (Krakora) Savage Ralph & Sherrye Schoenrock Timothy & Pamela Schuler Eric & Lis (Waldron) Schuman Mark & Leslie Schuster Lawrence & Francine Scott Ron Scovill Alice Shea Robert Siemens Donald & Lisa SmithEric & Christine Smith James & Betsy Snedeker Peter & Lindsay (Muetterties) SnedekerRoger & Jan SnyderJerrold & Kristen Spaeth Greg Sporko Preston & Sara Staats Gaylon & Rebekah Stanley Erik & Anna (Sangalis) Stiller Bob & Debbie StrodelDavid & Joan Strodel Gordon & Thea StrodelGrace StrodelMatt & Marty Strodel Andrew Stutzman Robert & Beth Stutzman Timothy & Brooke Sulahian John & Kathryn Surgent Robert & Anne Svensk Daniel & Elizabeth Sytsma Allan Szarka Dan & Kathy Szatkowski Ben & Alexa Tabone Joe & Laureen Tabone David Tait Kyle & Karen Talbott John Talcott, lll David & Beth Taylor Jeff & Alana Taylor Laurence & Judy Taylor Brewster Taylor Gregory & Caitlyn (Loring) Thomas Charles & Valerie Thompson Glen & Carolyn Thompson Moe Tourison Mark Trexler Sharon Trimper Corinne Trish Jay & Beverly Turchinetz Carolyn Turkstra Thomas & Carol Vallely III T.J. & Elena Vallely IVJames & Cynthia Van Artsdalen

Elise Vasko Paul VaskoGeorge & Deb Veth Bill & Jami Voge Douglas & Linda VonIderstein Kurt & Kaitlin (Jones) Walker Carson & Beth (DeMaria) Walker Linda (Hoaglander) Ward Sarina Waters Adam & Christin (Serenbetz) Weberman Jason & Lora (Marzilli) Webster Norma Webster Robert & Isabelle (Rogato) Weir Paul & Alison (Krentel) Wheatley-Price Kevin & Amy (Keogh) White Kevin & Nancy (Naumann) Wiechmann Scott & Mary-Beth Williams Clifton & Kace Wilson Marvin & Polly Wilson Stuart & Heather Woodring Stewart & Kim Woods Bart Wuest Paul & Christine Yngve Carol Yonan Jonathan & Umaporn Zivan David Zolner Michael & Laura Zylak

Corporations Bailey’s BubbleBrown and Brown Insurance Getty Music Meredith Village Savings BankUS Foods

FoundationsThe Esmond Nissim Foundation The Stratford Foundation The Sylvester Fund Anonymous Family Foundations

Lives Transformed

DonorsLives transformed

Rene Santos Brookwoods Staff

There have been moments in my life where I have asked myself “How did I get so blessed to end up here?” I found myself having this thought as I was looking at the sunset from the Bear Cabin at Brookwoods this past summer. As my 2019 Spring semester was coming to an end at Azusa Pacific University in California, I had a conversation with my professor and mentor Cheryl Crawford that would change my life. Amongst her encouragement to me to be obedient to God’s call for my life, she extended an invitation for me to be a part of something that would not only affirm my passion for discipleship but also help me discover a newfound admiration for God’s creation through nature. I accepted and came on staff as the Brookwoods Bear counselor. Singing around a campfire, canoeing down

the Saco River with the Bears and Impalas, going on three-day hikes in the White Mountains, and the evening cookouts are among my favorite memories of the summer. These activities helped me recognize that Christ was at the center of it all. Fellow staff members and campers were willing to be vulnerable about where they stood in their relationship with Christ and as we came alongside one another we grew in love towards one another and towards our Heavenly Father. I also had the privilege to witness three of my Bear campers being

baptized and making the decision to commit their lives to living in a way that brings glory to God. I will forever cherish my friendship with Cheryl Crawford and the staff at Brookwoods for giving me the opportunity to serve and lead the future generation in the path of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Financials

Donations 2019Endowment: $ 17,445MRO: $ 11,220General Donations: $ 120,943Scholarship: $ 251,931Other Designated Gifts: $ 394,963

Summer Tuition $ 2,387,618 Conference Income $ 731,698Timbering & Sugaring $ 213,405General Donations $ 120,943Scholarship Donations $ 251,931 Other Designated Gifts $ 394,963 Total $ 4,100,558

59%

17%

3%

6%5%

10%

Support & Revenue

FY 2019

242 Campers in 2019 received Scholarship Assistance (22%).

* Numbers are not audited at time of printing

Christie Knubel Holmes Deer Run Director, 1990-1992

I first went to Deer Run as a month camper and was placed in the Impala Cabin. Despite a disastrous first backpacking experience, I returned to Deer Run for 11 summers. My years at Deer Run added a consistency of relationship and experience through the remainder of my high school, college, and graduate school years. When there was so much change in my life, camp was a constant. I created relationships, memories, and was given leadership opportunities that define me to this day. The weekend of the 75th Anniversary was very nostalgic for me. It was wonderful to get reacquainted with people I had not seen for 30 years—to be reminded that relationships that lay dormant for a long time can be picked up without skipping a beat. And to discover that the impact people make continues through time, writing on my heart and story. I realized that the grit, courage, and spirit that I cultivated when hiking in the White Mountains, traversing the ropes course, training to lifeguard, and forging friendships while pounding ice cream at Kellerhaus are all woven into my DNA and inform my vision and courage as a mom and an entrepreneur. While I enjoyed the wonderful anniversary weekend, up in northern Maine, at Moose River Outpost, my daughter was creating memories and having experiences of her own. I wondered what she was doing and if she would have the resilience to turn those experiences into a life-long legacy of her own. I had done my best to encourage her to embrace all the opportunities that Northern Maine has to offer. I have no assurances that her experiences will measure up to mine. That will be up to her. I had only done what a lot of parents do, set her up for adventure, cover her in a lot of prayer, and wait to see where she landed.

Colin Wolgemuth Moose River Outpost Staff

I was invited to work at Moose River Outpost (MRO) during a crisis time in my family. My parents had recently separated, and I was struggling with confusion and grief in the wake of it all. Already having a love of Christian camping, I applied for a counselor position at MRO. The thought of working at a Christian camp in the wilderness of northern Maine gave me hope, and six weeks later I was driving north from Pennsylvania to Maine!

I am happy to say that being a part of the ministry and mission of MRO last summer lifted me out of a season of sorrow and gave me new zeal for the future. I came alive in the atmosphere of love, joy, and unity built on a foundation of faith in Jesus. Though we were working hard six days a week, camp was still a place of refreshment. The Lord picked me up and strengthened my faith in Him.

Being a staff member at MRO was like being welcomed into a family. From the first, MRO Director, Seth Coates, and his wife, Cathy, treated the counselor staff like their own children, caring deeply for us. They were consistent and kind, wanting the best for us as we led and cared for campers. This trust relationship helped the staff to bond as we learned to do our work well.

During the summer, I was often reminded of the beauty of God. As counselors shared testimonies, I heard about the Lord’s goodness. As we walked outside each day by the lake, I saw it! As campers began to experience the truth of the gospel, I sensed it. Through moments of being tired from work and caring for campers, God gave us joy. At the end of the summer, I realized that I didn’t want to be finished with MRO. The door opened for me to return! I am so thankful for this place, the work that God is doing here, and the chance to take part in it again.

2019

Summer Programs $ 2,018,476Conference Ministry $ 802,239Management & Operations $ 579,185Alumni Relations & Development $ 208,385Timbering & Sugaring $ 62,362Capital Improvements $ 139,850

Total $ 3,810,497

Expenses FY 2019

1%

52%

21%

17%

4%5%

Colin (back row, far left) with a group of campers ready for a new adventure!

Christie works for Global CommUnity which provides opportunities for families to learn about different cultures while traveling abroad. She is pictured here (second from right) during the Anniversary Weekend with Mark Russell and Dave and Judy Gleason.

We are blessed to have Rene returning to the Brookwoods staff in 2020. He is pictured here (seated, center) with a few of the 2019 Bears and Impalas.

2020

* Names in GREEN denote Members of the Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program.

2 More Weeks of Adventure at Moose River Outpost: 8 WEEKS!We are thrilled that MRO reached a milestone for campers in 2019 which will allow us to add two more weeks of camp to the season in Maine. All we can say is Go MRO!

Preparing for The Next 75 Years We are looking forward with expectation to how God will use Camp Brookwoods, Deer Run, and Moose River Outpost to expand the gospel in the coming years. We invite you to partner with us as we prepare to serve future generations of campers. Be on the lookout for an announcement about what we have planned!

Moving Forward Donors

We are grateful for our 407 Annual Fund donors, including 78 first-time donors. Thank you all

for Joining the Journey!

1,122 Campers in 2019

242 Campers received

Scholarship Assistance

6,336Eggs fried up for

Breakfast Cookouts

40 Campfire Circle

Monthly Donors

6,422 Conference

Guests at MRO & Brookwoods

31 States & 14 Countries

represented at Summer Camp

Claire Ackerman Tim & Kristin (Knopf) Akers Brian & Donna (Strodel) Aldridge Jack Allison Gregory & Leslie Allison Torsten & Eva (Lindsell) Andersen Robert Anderson Jean Andreson Jim Andreson Kevin & Suzy Andrews Anonymous Donors John & Kim ArenasFrank & Kristine (Petersen) Armstrong David & Temple Ary Michael & Taylor (Lenci) Assaraf John & Elli Bai D. Linden & Allison Barber David & Nancy Bass Robert & Connie Bass Don Bates Bob & Genie Bennett Gerry & Rindy Bennett Joshua & Sarah Bennett Peter & Diana Bennett Ben & Beth Bezanson Trey & Elisa Billings Ted & Judith Blount Todd & Mindy Blount Rob Bode John & Samantha (Moore) Bohall Richard & Michele Bond David Borchers Michael & Elizabeth Boscaino Curtis & Rachel (Young) Boudreau George & Mary Beth (Fuller) Bowling Page Brenner Michael Brigham Henry Brooks Marie Brooks Phil & Paula Brooks Roger & Ann Brooks Joe & Sue (Barnes) Brosseau Alex & Helen (Kemeny) BrownPeter & Pam Brown Morgan & Helen (Woolworth) BrownMalrie Brown Jonathan & Allie (Lenci) Bryan Gates & Sarah Bryant Henry & Virginia Bryant Laurence & Judi Budweiser Doug Burke David Burnham Win Byker

Byl Cameron Duncan Cameron David & Pat Cameron Dick & Virjean Camp Roger & Heather Carlson Todd & Vanessa (Finis) Carr Richard Carter Jeff & Allysen Carver Sean & Jessica (Wachob) Cary Gordon & Jessica Chen The Chen Family Larry & Joanne Cheng Robert & Kim (Crawford) ChristnerMitchell & Sara Chwatt Cassie Clarke Phillip & Kristi (Geney) Clary Seth & Cathy Coates Michael Coates Joel & Sarah (Bartlett) Cohen Paul & Jennifer Colone Douglas & Jane Cook Jonathan & April Cooper Robert & Kate Copeland III Brian & Catherine Corcoran Tim Craig Rebecca Crane Peter & Janet Crossley Tom & Marie Cullen Logan Cummings Wayne & Pam Curtis Jason & Shannon Daily Dorislee Dandan Joel & Kendra Davidsen Robert Dawson Henry & Jacqueline Dendunnen Russ & Marcia Deubler William & Debbie (Hobbs) Dill Janet Diotalevi Scott & Betsey (Powell) Dolfi Bob & Anita (Tona) Drake Robert & Patricia DuelferGeorge & Tanya Duncan John & Barbara Dunning Maureen Dvorak David & Eileen Dwortz Patty (Heckman) EastwoodKarl & Sophally Ehrenfels Peter & Cindy Eichling Douglas Evans & Sarah Cogan Lorraine EvansRobert & Marla Evans Frederic & Susan Farcy Neil & Kristine (Lees) Fernando

Daniel & Kristina (Barbuto) FerreDaniel & Ashley Fisher Sean & Jacquelyn Fitzgerald John & Debbie Flanagan Josh & Stacie Flanagan, Jr. Don & Marlene Flight James & Alison Forbes Bennett Forkner Kent & Lisa (Bennett) Forkner Mark & Kay Forkner Sam Forry Albert & Violet Frizzell Peter & Cathy Fuller Paul & Sarah Fullerton Kenneth & Deborah Gagne Brad & Cynthia (Willett) Galko Dave & Teri GeneyRich & Carol Geney John & Sue Good Matt & Laura (Williams) Gordon Jonathan Granata Keith & Bonnie Greer Michael Grein Emory & Meaghan (McCann) Griffith Brad & Valerie Griswold Eric Hackley Eileen “Bobbe” Hackman Scott & Stephanie Haig Michael Hall & Deborah Dunsire Mark & Julie (Lipscomb) Halvorsen Marlena Hambacher Leona Harris Ellen (Roberts) Harshbarger Ed Harutunian John Harutunian Gary & Melanie (Salemi) Hatfield Jennifer Healy Barbara (Strodel) Hegenes Mark & Stacie Hess Craig & Ann HigginsKevin Hill John Hines Scott & Lanier HodgsonAndy & Pam (Hobbs) Hoffecker John Holbrook Clarke & Christie (Knubel) Holmes Steve & Debra Holmes Richard & Patricia Hopgood Jeffrey & Jennifer Hoppa Christian & Lisa (Papertsian) HornBill & Jane Horn Mark Horn & Melissa YonanLinda Houllahan

Daniel & Kathy Hubley Don & Bobbie HudgensSteve & Julie Humeniuk Raleigh & Scotty Humphries Gregory Hunt Eugene & Cynthia HyunAdam & Hannah (Seidle) Jalovick Wayne & Virginia Johnson Gregory & Margaret Johnson Andrew & Jessica (White) Jones Heather Jones Donald & Anna Jones Stephen & Janice Joy Thomas & Tracy Joyce Gustavo & Rochelle Karakey Douglas & Ruth Karrel Kenneth & Anne (Bennett) Keyes Stephen & Jane Kim Tim & Jennifer Kingston Andy Klimas Kenneth & Ann Knutson Charles & Karen Korn Kiril & Jane Kostadinov Stathis & Cheryl Kouninis Matthew & Danielle Kozlowski Beata & Mariusz Krawiec Carolyn Krieger Jack & Eva Kroeze Arwen La Dine Brent & Kristen Lane Ian & Krista Lane Ann Lane-Nelson Andre & Rachel (Arno) LaPlante John & Phyllis Lauber Steven & Wendy LaVianoRobert & Margaret Lawrence Jack & Linda Lees Joe & Donna (Cordes) Lehmann David & Marty Leveille George & Katie (Ludwig) Levesque John & Stephanie Lindsell W. Scott & Susan Lineberry Elizabeth LipscombAlex Lloyd & Dana DaughertyEd & Sally Locko Scott & Hannah Loring Caleb & Bonny Loring III Caleb & Mary-Stewart Loring IVJane Claiborne Low Jeff & Linda LuchtBob & Barbara Ludwig Deborah Lutner Patrick & Jenny Lynch

Joanie LynchSteve & Carol (Eichling) Lytch Robbie & Justine (Tennant) MacDonaldWill MacFarlane Abigail MacLean Ken & Gayle MacLeod Bruce Macleod Meaghan Maguire Fred & Austin Malloy Timothy & Carolyn Malloy Elizabeth Mann Sean Manning Joseph & Sue (Auger) Manory Scott Marshall Frank & Flor Marshall Richard & Lee Marzilli Brian & Jocelyn (Woolworth) Mason Nicholas Massard Bob & Charlene Matthews Steven MawhorterCraig & Clarena McBeth Laurelle (Mathis) McCready James & Susan McHughGabriel & Alicia McHugh Brad & Heather (Greer) McKay James & Abbey McLean Mason & Julie McLean Samuel & Gemma Medile Eric & Susanne Metaxas Robert & Lauren Meyer Kent & Sarah Middleton Michael & Katie Milway Sophie Milway Gayle Miniter Nicole Molea Stephen & Erica Mongelli Tyler & Mary (Crowers) Montgomery Alden Moore Gerald & Rebecca Moore Colin Moran Andy & Pennie Morgan Carol Morgan Robert & Maryellen Morin Tim & Barb Morris Mike Moyes & Lindsey Sweaney Moyes Joe & Carrie Murray David Myers Joel NagyGreg & Cindi Nappi Paul & Suzanne Neu Timothy & Adina Nielsen David & Maryam Nok Daniel

Robert & Lois Nordling, Sr. John & Linda Nyquist Michael & Julie O’Brien Terence O’Brien, Sr. & Joanne Mulcahy Sarah Oinonen Peter & Tona Olsen Lauren OlsonMarla (Nielsen) Omdal Quinn & Kate (Cameron) Orb Brian Parsons David & Larisa Pazmino Bill & Margaret Peabody Rich & Tonya Peck Baxter Peffer & Margaret Crighton Kris & Laura Perkins David & Karen Peterson Rebekah PetersonPete Petite PJ & Andrea (Agnello) Pettinato Peter & Aubrey Philbrick Len & Rosalind Picard Tom Polak Brad & Sandy Potter Brook Potter Ruth Powell Mark & Jeanne PrideElizabeth Pruitt Mark & Rebecca Pruitt Jason & Lisa PuckettFrank & Jennifer Rand Mark & Shannon Rapo Andrew & Alexis Rapo John & Martha Re Jason Redlus Bud & Midge Reed Scott & Gwen Reed Olav & Rebecca Refvik Chris & Kate Renyi Robert & Deborah Revesz Christopher Carter Reynolds Carly Rhodes Linda Rich Larry & Ginny (Lypscom) Richburg George & Olympia Rizzo, Sr. Stephen J. & Lorelei Robey Evelyn Rodriguez Chris & Cheryl (Burdick) Rogers Ken & Emily RothDennis & Sally Runey Dan Russell & Mary Carroll Mike & Jana Salt Michael & Lory (Lees-Whalen) Sarlo

George & Nancy (Krakora) Savage Ralph & Sherrye Schoenrock Timothy & Pamela Schuler Eric & Lis (Waldron) Schuman Mark & Leslie Schuster Lawrence & Francine Scott Ron Scovill Alice Shea Robert Siemens Donald & Lisa SmithEric & Christine Smith James & Betsy Snedeker Peter & Lindsay (Muetterties) SnedekerRoger & Jan SnyderJerrold & Kristen Spaeth Greg Sporko Preston & Sara Staats Gaylon & Rebekah Stanley Erik & Anna (Sangalis) Stiller Bob & Debbie StrodelDavid & Joan Strodel Gordon & Thea StrodelGrace StrodelMatt & Marty Strodel Andrew Stutzman Robert & Beth Stutzman Timothy & Brooke Sulahian John & Kathryn Surgent Robert & Anne Svensk Daniel & Elizabeth Sytsma Allan Szarka Dan & Kathy Szatkowski Ben & Alexa Tabone Joe & Laureen Tabone David Tait Kyle & Karen Talbott John Talcott, lll David & Beth Taylor Jeff & Alana Taylor Laurence & Judy Taylor Brewster Taylor Gregory & Caitlyn (Loring) Thomas Charles & Valerie Thompson Glen & Carolyn Thompson Moe Tourison Mark Trexler Sharon Trimper Corinne Trish Jay & Beverly Turchinetz Carolyn Turkstra Thomas & Carol Vallely III T.J. & Elena Vallely IVJames & Cynthia Van Artsdalen

Elise Vasko Paul VaskoGeorge & Deb Veth Bill & Jami Voge Douglas & Linda VonIderstein Kurt & Kaitlin (Jones) Walker Carson & Beth (DeMaria) Walker Linda (Hoaglander) Ward Sarina Waters Adam & Christin (Serenbetz) Weberman Jason & Lora (Marzilli) Webster Norma Webster Robert & Isabelle (Rogato) Weir Paul & Alison (Krentel) Wheatley-Price Kevin & Amy (Keogh) White Kevin & Nancy (Naumann) Wiechmann Scott & Mary-Beth Williams Clifton & Kace Wilson Marvin & Polly Wilson Stuart & Heather Woodring Stewart & Kim Woods Bart Wuest Paul & Christine Yngve Carol Yonan Jonathan & Umaporn Zivan David Zolner Michael & Laura Zylak

Corporations Bailey’s BubbleBrown and Brown Insurance Getty Music Meredith Village Savings BankUS Foods

FoundationsThe Esmond Nissim Foundation The Stratford Foundation The Sylvester Fund Anonymous Family Foundations

Lives Transformed

DonorsLives transformed

Rene Santos Brookwoods Staff

There have been moments in my life where I have asked myself “How did I get so blessed to end up here?” I found myself having this thought as I was looking at the sunset from the Bear Cabin at Brookwoods this past summer. As my 2019 Spring semester was coming to an end at Azusa Pacific University in California, I had a conversation with my professor and mentor Cheryl Crawford that would change my life. Amongst her encouragement to me to be obedient to God’s call for my life, she extended an invitation for me to be a part of something that would not only affirm my passion for discipleship but also help me discover a newfound admiration for God’s creation through nature. I accepted and came on staff as the Brookwoods Bear counselor. Singing around a campfire, canoeing down

the Saco River with the Bears and Impalas, going on three-day hikes in the White Mountains, and the evening cookouts are among my favorite memories of the summer. These activities helped me recognize that Christ was at the center of it all. Fellow staff members and campers were willing to be vulnerable about where they stood in their relationship with Christ and as we came alongside one another we grew in love towards one another and towards our Heavenly Father. I also had the privilege to witness three of my Bear campers being

baptized and making the decision to commit their lives to living in a way that brings glory to God. I will forever cherish my friendship with Cheryl Crawford and the staff at Brookwoods for giving me the opportunity to serve and lead the future generation in the path of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Financials

Donations 2019Endowment: $ 17,445MRO: $ 11,220General Donations: $ 120,943Scholarship: $ 251,931Other Designated Gifts: $ 394,963

Summer Tuition $ 2,387,618 Conference Income $ 731,698Timbering & Sugaring $ 213,405General Donations $ 120,943Scholarship Donations $ 251,931 Other Designated Gifts $ 394,963 Total $ 4,100,558

59%

17%

3%

6%5%

10%

Support & Revenue

FY 2019

242 Campers in 2019 received Scholarship Assistance (22%).

* Numbers are not audited at time of printing

Christie Knubel Holmes Deer Run Director, 1990-1992

I first went to Deer Run as a month camper and was placed in the Impala Cabin. Despite a disastrous first backpacking experience, I returned to Deer Run for 11 summers. My years at Deer Run added a consistency of relationship and experience through the remainder of my high school, college, and graduate school years. When there was so much change in my life, camp was a constant. I created relationships, memories, and was given leadership opportunities that define me to this day. The weekend of the 75th Anniversary was very nostalgic for me. It was wonderful to get reacquainted with people I had not seen for 30 years—to be reminded that relationships that lay dormant for a long time can be picked up without skipping a beat. And to discover that the impact people make continues through time, writing on my heart and story. I realized that the grit, courage, and spirit that I cultivated when hiking in the White Mountains, traversing the ropes course, training to lifeguard, and forging friendships while pounding ice cream at Kellerhaus are all woven into my DNA and inform my vision and courage as a mom and an entrepreneur. While I enjoyed the wonderful anniversary weekend, up in northern Maine, at Moose River Outpost, my daughter was creating memories and having experiences of her own. I wondered what she was doing and if she would have the resilience to turn those experiences into a life-long legacy of her own. I had done my best to encourage her to embrace all the opportunities that Northern Maine has to offer. I have no assurances that her experiences will measure up to mine. That will be up to her. I had only done what a lot of parents do, set her up for adventure, cover her in a lot of prayer, and wait to see where she landed.

Colin Wolgemuth Moose River Outpost Staff

I was invited to work at Moose River Outpost (MRO) during a crisis time in my family. My parents had recently separated, and I was struggling with confusion and grief in the wake of it all. Already having a love of Christian camping, I applied for a counselor position at MRO. The thought of working at a Christian camp in the wilderness of northern Maine gave me hope, and six weeks later I was driving north from Pennsylvania to Maine!

I am happy to say that being a part of the ministry and mission of MRO last summer lifted me out of a season of sorrow and gave me new zeal for the future. I came alive in the atmosphere of love, joy, and unity built on a foundation of faith in Jesus. Though we were working hard six days a week, camp was still a place of refreshment. The Lord picked me up and strengthened my faith in Him.

Being a staff member at MRO was like being welcomed into a family. From the first, MRO Director, Seth Coates, and his wife, Cathy, treated the counselor staff like their own children, caring deeply for us. They were consistent and kind, wanting the best for us as we led and cared for campers. This trust relationship helped the staff to bond as we learned to do our work well.

During the summer, I was often reminded of the beauty of God. As counselors shared testimonies, I heard about the Lord’s goodness. As we walked outside each day by the lake, I saw it! As campers began to experience the truth of the gospel, I sensed it. Through moments of being tired from work and caring for campers, God gave us joy. At the end of the summer, I realized that I didn’t want to be finished with MRO. The door opened for me to return! I am so thankful for this place, the work that God is doing here, and the chance to take part in it again.

2019

Summer Programs $ 2,018,476Conference Ministry $ 802,239Management & Operations $ 579,185Alumni Relations & Development $ 208,385Timbering & Sugaring $ 62,362Capital Improvements $ 139,850

Total $ 3,810,497

Expenses FY 2019

1%

52%

21%

17%

4%5%

Colin (back row, far left) with a group of campers ready for a new adventure!

Christie works for Global CommUnity which provides opportunities for families to learn about different cultures while traveling abroad. She is pictured here (second from right) during the Anniversary Weekend with Mark Russell and Dave and Judy Gleason.

We are blessed to have Rene returning to the Brookwoods staff in 2020. He is pictured here (seated, center) with a few of the 2019 Bears and Impalas.

2020

* Names in GREEN denote Members of the Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program.

2 More Weeks of Adventure at Moose River Outpost: 8 WEEKS!We are thrilled that MRO reached a milestone for campers in 2019 which will allow us to add two more weeks of camp to the season in Maine. All we can say is Go MRO!

Preparing for The Next 75 Years We are looking forward with expectation to how God will use Camp Brookwoods, Deer Run, and Moose River Outpost to expand the gospel in the coming years. We invite you to partner with us as we prepare to serve future generations of campers. Be on the lookout for an announcement about what we have planned!

Moving Forward Donors

We are grateful for our 407 Annual Fund donors, including 78 first-time donors. Thank you all

for Joining the Journey!

1,122 Campers in 2019

242 Campers received

Scholarship Assistance

6,336Eggs fried up for

Breakfast Cookouts

40 Campfire Circle

Monthly Donors

6,422 Conference

Guests at MRO & Brookwoods

31 States & 14 Countries

represented at Summer Camp

Claire Ackerman Tim & Kristin (Knopf) Akers Brian & Donna (Strodel) Aldridge Jack Allison Gregory & Leslie Allison Torsten & Eva (Lindsell) Andersen Robert Anderson Jean Andreson Jim Andreson Kevin & Suzy Andrews Anonymous Donors John & Kim ArenasFrank & Kristine (Petersen) Armstrong David & Temple Ary Michael & Taylor (Lenci) Assaraf John & Elli Bai D. Linden & Allison Barber David & Nancy Bass Robert & Connie Bass Don Bates Bob & Genie Bennett Gerry & Rindy Bennett Joshua & Sarah Bennett Peter & Diana Bennett Ben & Beth Bezanson Trey & Elisa Billings Ted & Judith Blount Todd & Mindy Blount Rob Bode John & Samantha (Moore) Bohall Richard & Michele Bond David Borchers Michael & Elizabeth Boscaino Curtis & Rachel (Young) Boudreau George & Mary Beth (Fuller) Bowling Page Brenner Michael Brigham Henry Brooks Marie Brooks Phil & Paula Brooks Roger & Ann Brooks Joe & Sue (Barnes) Brosseau Alex & Helen (Kemeny) BrownPeter & Pam Brown Morgan & Helen (Woolworth) BrownMalrie Brown Jonathan & Allie (Lenci) Bryan Gates & Sarah Bryant Henry & Virginia Bryant Laurence & Judi Budweiser Doug Burke David Burnham Win Byker

Byl Cameron Duncan Cameron David & Pat Cameron Dick & Virjean Camp Roger & Heather Carlson Todd & Vanessa (Finis) Carr Richard Carter Jeff & Allysen Carver Sean & Jessica (Wachob) Cary Gordon & Jessica Chen The Chen Family Larry & Joanne Cheng Robert & Kim (Crawford) ChristnerMitchell & Sara Chwatt Cassie Clarke Phillip & Kristi (Geney) Clary Seth & Cathy Coates Michael Coates Joel & Sarah (Bartlett) Cohen Paul & Jennifer Colone Douglas & Jane Cook Jonathan & April Cooper Robert & Kate Copeland III Brian & Catherine Corcoran Tim Craig Rebecca Crane Peter & Janet Crossley Tom & Marie Cullen Logan Cummings Wayne & Pam Curtis Jason & Shannon Daily Dorislee Dandan Joel & Kendra Davidsen Robert Dawson Henry & Jacqueline Dendunnen Russ & Marcia Deubler William & Debbie (Hobbs) Dill Janet Diotalevi Scott & Betsey (Powell) Dolfi Bob & Anita (Tona) Drake Robert & Patricia DuelferGeorge & Tanya Duncan John & Barbara Dunning Maureen Dvorak David & Eileen Dwortz Patty (Heckman) EastwoodKarl & Sophally Ehrenfels Peter & Cindy Eichling Douglas Evans & Sarah Cogan Lorraine EvansRobert & Marla Evans Frederic & Susan Farcy Neil & Kristine (Lees) Fernando

Daniel & Kristina (Barbuto) FerreDaniel & Ashley Fisher Sean & Jacquelyn Fitzgerald John & Debbie Flanagan Josh & Stacie Flanagan, Jr. Don & Marlene Flight James & Alison Forbes Bennett Forkner Kent & Lisa (Bennett) Forkner Mark & Kay Forkner Sam Forry Albert & Violet Frizzell Peter & Cathy Fuller Paul & Sarah Fullerton Kenneth & Deborah Gagne Brad & Cynthia (Willett) Galko Dave & Teri GeneyRich & Carol Geney John & Sue Good Matt & Laura (Williams) Gordon Jonathan Granata Keith & Bonnie Greer Michael Grein Emory & Meaghan (McCann) Griffith Brad & Valerie Griswold Eric Hackley Eileen “Bobbe” Hackman Scott & Stephanie Haig Michael Hall & Deborah Dunsire Mark & Julie (Lipscomb) Halvorsen Marlena Hambacher Leona Harris Ellen (Roberts) Harshbarger Ed Harutunian John Harutunian Gary & Melanie (Salemi) Hatfield Jennifer Healy Barbara (Strodel) Hegenes Mark & Stacie Hess Craig & Ann HigginsKevin Hill John Hines Scott & Lanier HodgsonAndy & Pam (Hobbs) Hoffecker John Holbrook Clarke & Christie (Knubel) Holmes Steve & Debra Holmes Richard & Patricia Hopgood Jeffrey & Jennifer Hoppa Christian & Lisa (Papertsian) HornBill & Jane Horn Mark Horn & Melissa YonanLinda Houllahan

Daniel & Kathy Hubley Don & Bobbie HudgensSteve & Julie Humeniuk Raleigh & Scotty Humphries Gregory Hunt Eugene & Cynthia HyunAdam & Hannah (Seidle) Jalovick Wayne & Virginia Johnson Gregory & Margaret Johnson Andrew & Jessica (White) Jones Heather Jones Donald & Anna Jones Stephen & Janice Joy Thomas & Tracy Joyce Gustavo & Rochelle Karakey Douglas & Ruth Karrel Kenneth & Anne (Bennett) Keyes Stephen & Jane Kim Tim & Jennifer Kingston Andy Klimas Kenneth & Ann Knutson Charles & Karen Korn Kiril & Jane Kostadinov Stathis & Cheryl Kouninis Matthew & Danielle Kozlowski Beata & Mariusz Krawiec Carolyn Krieger Jack & Eva Kroeze Arwen La Dine Brent & Kristen Lane Ian & Krista Lane Ann Lane-Nelson Andre & Rachel (Arno) LaPlante John & Phyllis Lauber Steven & Wendy LaVianoRobert & Margaret Lawrence Jack & Linda Lees Joe & Donna (Cordes) Lehmann David & Marty Leveille George & Katie (Ludwig) Levesque John & Stephanie Lindsell W. Scott & Susan Lineberry Elizabeth LipscombAlex Lloyd & Dana DaughertyEd & Sally Locko Scott & Hannah Loring Caleb & Bonny Loring III Caleb & Mary-Stewart Loring IVJane Claiborne Low Jeff & Linda LuchtBob & Barbara Ludwig Deborah Lutner Patrick & Jenny Lynch

Joanie LynchSteve & Carol (Eichling) Lytch Robbie & Justine (Tennant) MacDonaldWill MacFarlane Abigail MacLean Ken & Gayle MacLeod Bruce Macleod Meaghan Maguire Fred & Austin Malloy Timothy & Carolyn Malloy Elizabeth Mann Sean Manning Joseph & Sue (Auger) Manory Scott Marshall Frank & Flor Marshall Richard & Lee Marzilli Brian & Jocelyn (Woolworth) Mason Nicholas Massard Bob & Charlene Matthews Steven MawhorterCraig & Clarena McBeth Laurelle (Mathis) McCready James & Susan McHughGabriel & Alicia McHugh Brad & Heather (Greer) McKay James & Abbey McLean Mason & Julie McLean Samuel & Gemma Medile Eric & Susanne Metaxas Robert & Lauren Meyer Kent & Sarah Middleton Michael & Katie Milway Sophie Milway Gayle Miniter Nicole Molea Stephen & Erica Mongelli Tyler & Mary (Crowers) Montgomery Alden Moore Gerald & Rebecca Moore Colin Moran Andy & Pennie Morgan Carol Morgan Robert & Maryellen Morin Tim & Barb Morris Mike Moyes & Lindsey Sweaney Moyes Joe & Carrie Murray David Myers Joel NagyGreg & Cindi Nappi Paul & Suzanne Neu Timothy & Adina Nielsen David & Maryam Nok Daniel

Robert & Lois Nordling, Sr. John & Linda Nyquist Michael & Julie O’Brien Terence O’Brien, Sr. & Joanne Mulcahy Sarah Oinonen Peter & Tona Olsen Lauren OlsonMarla (Nielsen) Omdal Quinn & Kate (Cameron) Orb Brian Parsons David & Larisa Pazmino Bill & Margaret Peabody Rich & Tonya Peck Baxter Peffer & Margaret Crighton Kris & Laura Perkins David & Karen Peterson Rebekah PetersonPete Petite PJ & Andrea (Agnello) Pettinato Peter & Aubrey Philbrick Len & Rosalind Picard Tom Polak Brad & Sandy Potter Brook Potter Ruth Powell Mark & Jeanne PrideElizabeth Pruitt Mark & Rebecca Pruitt Jason & Lisa PuckettFrank & Jennifer Rand Mark & Shannon Rapo Andrew & Alexis Rapo John & Martha Re Jason Redlus Bud & Midge Reed Scott & Gwen Reed Olav & Rebecca Refvik Chris & Kate Renyi Robert & Deborah Revesz Christopher Carter Reynolds Carly Rhodes Linda Rich Larry & Ginny (Lypscom) Richburg George & Olympia Rizzo, Sr. Stephen J. & Lorelei Robey Evelyn Rodriguez Chris & Cheryl (Burdick) Rogers Ken & Emily RothDennis & Sally Runey Dan Russell & Mary Carroll Mike & Jana Salt Michael & Lory (Lees-Whalen) Sarlo

George & Nancy (Krakora) Savage Ralph & Sherrye Schoenrock Timothy & Pamela Schuler Eric & Lis (Waldron) Schuman Mark & Leslie Schuster Lawrence & Francine Scott Ron Scovill Alice Shea Robert Siemens Donald & Lisa SmithEric & Christine Smith James & Betsy Snedeker Peter & Lindsay (Muetterties) SnedekerRoger & Jan SnyderJerrold & Kristen Spaeth Greg Sporko Preston & Sara Staats Gaylon & Rebekah Stanley Erik & Anna (Sangalis) Stiller Bob & Debbie StrodelDavid & Joan Strodel Gordon & Thea StrodelGrace StrodelMatt & Marty Strodel Andrew Stutzman Robert & Beth Stutzman Timothy & Brooke Sulahian John & Kathryn Surgent Robert & Anne Svensk Daniel & Elizabeth Sytsma Allan Szarka Dan & Kathy Szatkowski Ben & Alexa Tabone Joe & Laureen Tabone David Tait Kyle & Karen Talbott John Talcott, lll David & Beth Taylor Jeff & Alana Taylor Laurence & Judy Taylor Brewster Taylor Gregory & Caitlyn (Loring) Thomas Charles & Valerie Thompson Glen & Carolyn Thompson Moe Tourison Mark Trexler Sharon Trimper Corinne Trish Jay & Beverly Turchinetz Carolyn Turkstra Thomas & Carol Vallely III T.J. & Elena Vallely IVJames & Cynthia Van Artsdalen

Elise Vasko Paul VaskoGeorge & Deb Veth Bill & Jami Voge Douglas & Linda VonIderstein Kurt & Kaitlin (Jones) Walker Carson & Beth (DeMaria) Walker Linda (Hoaglander) Ward Sarina Waters Adam & Christin (Serenbetz) Weberman Jason & Lora (Marzilli) Webster Norma Webster Robert & Isabelle (Rogato) Weir Paul & Alison (Krentel) Wheatley-Price Kevin & Amy (Keogh) White Kevin & Nancy (Naumann) Wiechmann Scott & Mary-Beth Williams Clifton & Kace Wilson Marvin & Polly Wilson Stuart & Heather Woodring Stewart & Kim Woods Bart Wuest Paul & Christine Yngve Carol Yonan Jonathan & Umaporn Zivan David Zolner Michael & Laura Zylak

Corporations Bailey’s BubbleBrown and Brown Insurance Getty Music Meredith Village Savings BankUS Foods

FoundationsThe Esmond Nissim Foundation The Stratford Foundation The Sylvester Fund Anonymous Family Foundations

Lives Transformed

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What a privilege to be a part of the camp family in 2019. We observed in so many

ways how camp has made a lasting impact on the lives of young men and women

for the past 75 years. At Camp, both campers and staff experience spiritual growth

through godly role models, adventure, the study of God’s word and time spent in

His wonderful creation. These moments take place on the shores of Heald Pond,

on the fishing boat in Lake Winnipesaukee, paddling the Allagash River, or in a

conversation at the Brookwoods Conference Center between a youth pastor and

high schooler seeking God during a weekend retreat.

Positive lasting impact happens on many fronts—summer campers, leadership

development program participants, and seasonal summer staff, who are

surrounded with a supportive Christian community where friendships thrive.

In July, we welcomed 400 alumni back to Brookwoods to celebrate 75 years of

ministry. Alumni from every decade attended, including Don Pauley, one of the

original 8 campers back in 1944. Former campers and staff told stories and shared

remembrances over campfires and pancakes at breakfast cookouts, participated in

camp activities, told funny stories, and sang camp songs throughout the weekend.

The celebration culminated with a worship service with 800 people under the tent

on the front lawn. (Check out our YouTube channel “SummerFunatCamp” to see

the 75th Anniversary weekend highlights.)

Moose River Outpost had an outstanding summer in 2019, giving us more cause for celebration. Camp was

full, reaching another huge milestone for the ministry. Starting this coming summer, we will expand the

camp season in Maine to 8 weeks from the previous 6 weeks. Ken Olsen’s original gift of a rustic “fishing

camp” (7,000 acres) in 1999, has now grown into an incredibly special ministry that impacts hundreds of

kids each season.

We are now looking ahead to the next 75 years and how we can continue to make an impact on all aspects

of the ministry to this generation and the next. It is a wonderful God-given legacy, and we want to continue

to be good stewards of the blessing that God has provided.

To everyone who is included in this Annual Report, and to those who donated time and resources

anonymously or behind the scenes—Thank You! The role you played in making camp “work” was

tremendous. Each and every gift made our goals of excellence and positive impact a reality in 2019. I am

privileged to see the results each day, and I hope this Annual Report will provide you with a glimpse of the

life changing results YOU have enabled.

I love serving this ministry!

Dear Camp Family

CAMP BROOKWOODSAND DEER RUN34 Camp Brookwoods RoadAlton, NH 03809Phone: 603.875.3600Fax: 603.875.4606E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

MOOSE RIVER OUTPOSTP.O. Box 555Jackman, ME 04945Phone: 207.668.4877Fax: 207.668.4008E-mail: info@christiancamps.net

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The Brookwoods and Deer Run Cabins are Looking Good! We are making progress with our cabin renovations project with Beaver and Bear getting the standard Brookwoods upgrade (extra room, new electrical, and an expanded bathroom). At Deer Run, Reindeer received a new porch and Elk and Antelope now have new floors and upgraded sinks and countertops. We are especially excited about the work that was completed in 2019 on the Badger cabin. Two new wings were added to accommodate the male SALT 1 and SALT 2 (Servant and Leadership Training) participants. We are delighted that this newest leadership program has been well-received and is consistently filled.

A new face in the kitchen:We were pleased to welcome Jon Cooper as our new Food Service Director in May of 2019. He and the family were barely settled in when the campers began streaming through the gates on Incoming Day. Jon rose to the challenge and treated the campers and staff with some new creations like gutter sundaes and 100 foot subs. We can’t wait to see what he comes up with this year!

What a Weekend!In July 2019, Camp Brookwoods hosted over 400 camp alumni who returned for a special Anniversary Weekend Celebration to give thanks for 75 years of God’s faithfulness. It was a special time of fellowship, campfires, remembrances, and special programs. The weekend concluded with a joint worship service of 800 combined campers and alumni praising God together under the tent on the front lawn!

Board of DirectorsDavid Bass Chairman Todd Blount Vice Chairman and TreasurerLisa Forkner SecretaryBob BennettGerry BennettJon BryanDana DaughertyGerry MooreAlexis RapoPeter SnedekerBob StrodelLora Webster

LeadershipBob Strodel Executive DirectorTim Nielsen Director of Ministry Services Ben Tabone Brookwoods DirectorMary Beth Bowling Deer Run DirectorSeth Coates Moose River Outpost DirectorDebbie Strodel Director of Finance Ann Higgins Development DirectorMelissa Yonan Alumni Director

Fundraising Thank you for supporting camp with your charitable giving in 2019. A healthy Annual Fund keeps the ministry strong and brings more kids to camp to hear about the life changing love of Jesus.

“75 for 75” Weekend of Giving: We held a successful Weekend of Giving once again over Changeover Weekend with a special theme for Brookwoods’ 75th year. Thanks especially to those 18 donors who Joined the Journey for the first time during this weekend.

Anniversary Auction: Another Anniversary themed event was the silent auction held to boost our Scholarship Fund. The Auction yielded $3,600 to bring kids to camp with some vintage Brookwoods signs receiving the most bids.

Year End Goals: Once again, our faithful ministry partners helped us meet our year-end goals. We are especially grateful to our donors for providing $252,000 in donations to cover the financial assistance given to campers in 2019!

Giving Back: The Campfire Circle Monthly Donor Program and the 1944 Heritage Society continues to gain members. For more information on these special donor programs, visit christiancamps.net/give-back/

HIGHLIGHTS

2019Annual Report

Dear Camp Family

On the Northern Front …This past year, Moose River Outpost in Maine saw a record number of monther campers (48), a full WILD 1 group (for only the 2nd time in its history), broke ground on the new skeet shooting range, and served more campers than ever! We are so thankful that more and more campers are discovering this unique and beautiful 7,000 acre property.

Bob Strodel, Executive Director

Our Mission at Christian Camps and Conferences is to foster vibrant Christian communities located in awe-inspiring outdoor settings in which young people are spiritually transformed through Christ-centered relationships.