2017 Fall newsletter of Camp Luther, Three Lakes, WI.

1. Bulletin Board
More information about any of the topics on
the Bulletin Board can be found at
https://campluther.com.
#GivingTuesday is November 28th
! If you
haven’t given to Camp Luther
this year, this is a great day to
start! You can support Camp in
seconds by searching for Camp
Luther in the PushPay App!
Summer Camp Registration opens
December 1st
! To register, visit
https://campluther.com/register.
Camp Luther Gift Certificates
Looking for the perfect gift for your children
or grandchildren? A Camp Luther Gift
Certificate can be purchased in any amount
and may be used for Camp Luther summer
camps and in the canteen!
Are you an Alumni Summer Staff? Look for
the Camp Luther WI Alumni Staff Facebook
group and reconnect with your summer staff.
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support Camp Luther while you shop! Go to
smile. amazon.com, choose Camp Luther as
your charitable organization, and Amazon
will donate a portion of your purchase price
to Camp.
Investor Appreciation
All investors from 2017 will be listed in the
Spring 2018 Breeze. This will allow for a more
complete listing. Thank you for your
continued support of the mission and
ministry of Camp Luther!
You can find a full-color version of The
Breeze at https://campluther.com/welcome/
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https://campluther.com Volume 23 | Issue 2 | Fall 2017
“Building up all people in Christ for service and witness in the world.”
Happy
Thanksgiving!
Camp Luther has so much to be thankful for!
We give thanks for the thousands of people
who came to camp this year, for the staff and
volunteers who gave of themselves, and for
you! It is you, the people of Camp Luther,
filled with the love of Jesus, who make all this
possible. Without your donations of
finances, time, and prayers, Camp Luther
would not exist.
Above all, we give thanks to God, who gave
His only Son to rescue and redeem us from
our sin. It is because of God’s love that Camp
Luther has a message of hope and love to
share!
We pray that your holiday season is filled
with joy and health!
~The Camp Luther Year-Round Staff
ANCHORED: Summer 2017 Recap
For we have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. – Hebrews 6:19
This summer at Camp Luther and Keweenaw Base Camp, thousands of
campers got to experience the theme “Anchored” lived out in their own lives.
Campers, guests, and families were reminded of the hope we have in Jesus
Christ. They learned that in Jesus, we have a hope that rescues us, a hope
that we can trust in, and a hope that we know is true and living. They left
Camp Luther knowing that Jesus loves them tremendously, that He is
stronger than any earthly anchor, and that He will hold them through the
storms of life.
While it’s impossible to measure how many lives were impacted by the Holy
Spirit this summer, we can measure some things!
At Camp Luther…
Over 1,500 children and youth attended overnight camps at Camp Luther!
275 first-time campers were sent to Camp Luther through the Every Kid to Camp program!
Over 20 kids participated in the second year of a local day camp program at Camp Luther.
6 medical professionals served as Guest Medics, caring for campers and staff.
9 Pastors served as Pastor of the Week, sharing the Word and answering questions.
45 college-aged Summer Staff grew together in faith, service, leadership, and community!
At Keweenaw Base Camp…
136 people participated in 8 different servant teams!
14 high schoolers experienced adventure and challenge as part of The Edge.
5 high schoolers participated in the first ever Venture program, taking adventure to the next level.
57 people came to KBC as part of 5 different group programs focused on adventure and team building activities!
6 unique organizations were helped through servant events, including: Keweenaw Base Camp, Keweenaw Land Trust,
Saints Peter & Paul Lutheran Church, Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly, The Lighthouse of Hancock, and Bob & Bev.
A new, second tent village was built to accommodate rising attendance at KBC!
Each of Camp Luther’s eight IMPACT sessions traveled to KBC for a two-night off-site camping trip.
Off-Site…
13 church congregations and communities throughout Wisconsin were served through our Congregational Day Camp
program.
Over 470 children attendeda Congregational Day Camp program!
Thank you to the Guest Pastors, Guest Medics, RV Volunteers, Kitchen Volunteers, and countless others who made
Summer 2017 an outstanding success. All glory to God!
THE 2017 CAMP LUTHER SUMMER AND YEAR-ROUND STAFF
L to R Top Row: Lochness, K-Bub, Bullseye, Suds, Clef, Captain, Cheese, Groot, Berry, Ry-Dog, Arnie, Toast, Berea,
Fro-Yo, Willow, Snowflake, Skis, Ifoo, Poto, Peaches, Mak, Disney, Kapooky, Bales, Rescue, LoLa, Snacks, Finn, Surge,
Sling-Shot, Beta. L to R Bottom Row: Tale, Badger, Nova, Fruit, Psych, Banjo, Woody, Meyer, Sojo, Kardia, Swoops, Rilla,
Pearl, Beemer, Rocket, Striker, Jazz Hands, Band-Aid, Sky.
Missing: Smiles, Indigo, Ren, Ra, TLC, Rock, Reader, Kash, Pam, Pistachio.
Summer Mission Project
All summer long campers and families had the opportunity to donate to Camp Luther’s Summer Mission Project. This year the project was to support
former counselors Rook and Tron as they served in Kenya. The goal was to raise $3,500 for the Kenya Mission. In the end, $3,718.97 was raised!
Thank you to everyone who donated to Camp Luther’s Summer Mission Project; you helped share Christ’s love with children and families in Kenya!

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2017 Volunteers of the Year!
Congratulations to the men of Mt. Olive Lutheran Men’s Ministry, Camp Luther’s 2017
Volunteers of the Year! Mt. Olive Lutheran is located in Weston, WI.
The group meets each Monday evening for Bible
Study and fellowship at Mt. Olive. Their study of
God’s Word has led them to put their faith into
action, serving the needs of their congregation,
community, and Camp Luther.
Over the last four years these gentlemen have
blessed Camp Luther by volunteering each spring
and fall. As true servants they are always willing
to take on some of the coldest, dirtiest,
dangerous, and most difficult projects. They have
also championed the annual firewood project,
cutting and hauling in dozens of dead and downed trees from the camp property so hundreds
of campfires are possible each summer at Camp Luther.
Thank you, Men of Mt. Olive. Your service and sacrifice is a witness to your faith and love for
the Lord and inspires others to do the same.
Filled with the Spirit
And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of
God boldly. Acts 4:31b
Our campaign theme, Filled with the
Spirit, is much more than a slogan. It
cuts deep to our purpose as a ministry
and reminds us that God, through the
power of the Holy Spirit, is at work at
camp.
During my high school years as a Junior
Counselor, I was so excited about camp
that a friend and I visited other churches
in our circuit to share information and
get others involved. An old camp song called “He is Here” played
along with that filmstrip presentation (Yes filmstrip!) and has stuck
with me all these years.
“He is here, He is here, He is moving among us.
He is here, He is here, as we gather in His name.”
Jesus promised to be with us when we gather in His name. Camp is
that gathering place for thousands of children, adults, and families.
People come to camp at many different stages of life and faith
journeys, but all gather under the name of Jesus. And here in this
place, the Holy Spirit works through the power of the Gospel and
the fellowship of other believers.
People are truly transformed through this ministry. Every visitor to
camp brings their own set of burdens. From the Kindercamper to
the grandparent, we all experience the effects of sin and the work
of the devil in our lives. Camp brings new hope and joy to
thousands of people as they are built up and encouraged through
the Gospel. And like those disciples in our theme verse, they are
filled with the Holy Spirit and return to their homes, schools, and
work places with the courage to boldly share God’s Word.
I invite you, your family, and your congregation, to learn more
about this important campaign for Camp Luther. Through your
prayers and financial support, you can bring hope and
encouragement to others through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Learn more at filledwiththespirt.org.
Serving Him,
Gary “Woody” Vought
Executive Director
Advisory Council
Thank you to the Camp Luther Advisory Council for your time and dedication to always
making Camp Luther better.
Karla Arrigoni, Rice Lake, WI
Rev. Joel Brandt, Wausau, WI
Meranda Eggebrecht, Marshfield, WI
Mike Henning, Appleton, WI
Judith Hintz, Mt. Juliet, TN
Renae Miracle, Mequon, WI
Thomas O’Neill, Crystal, MN
Brian Parker, Marshfield, WI
Clay Reisler, Bonduel, WI
Emily Schuette, New Praque, MN
Nathan Schwanz, DeForest, WI
Camp Luther Board of Directors
Thank you to the Camp Luther Board of Directors for your leadership and wisdom in guiding
this ministry. Please remember the camp board in your prayers.
*Special thanks to these members whose term will be ending January 2018.
(NWD)- North Wisconsin District
Thane Bublitz, Neenah, WI
Steven Edwards, Fremont, WI *
Meranda Eggebrect, Marshfield, WI
Terry Hanstedt, Pulaski, WI (Chair)
Rev. Steve Hulke, Stevens Point, WI
Rev. Chad Ott, Marquette, MI*
Ryan Paszek, Rhinelander, WI
Amy Pflieger, Minocqua, WI
Bruce Plautz, Plover, WI (NWD alternate)
Dave Reineke, Antigo, WI
Dave Selmeyer, Antigo, WI (NWD)
Carl Treankler, Atlantic Mine, MI*
Kris Wesser, Apple Valley, MN
2018 Photo Contest
Submissions for the 2018 Photo Contest are now being taken! Help
us share the beauty, the fun, the peacefulness, and the people of
Camp Luther and Keweenaw Base Camp.
We are discontinuing the yearly Camp Luther Calendar and are
looking into new ways to recognize the fantastic photos you take
here. Perhaps your photo will appear on a postcard sent home to
100s of camper families and sold in Canteen, or be use as décor in a
cottage or the Retreat Center. Maybe your photo will be featured
on the Camp Luther website or Facebook page. The prize is yet to
be determined, but we know you have great photos, so send them
our way!
Here’s the details:
Submit your photo(s) by April 15, 2018, via email to
sojo@campluther.com or place on a cd or dvd and mail to Camp
Luther.
Close up photos of individuals must include signed permission to
use their image.
Please submit a maximum of five photos.
Photographer agrees to allow Camp Luther / North Wisconsin
District LCMS to use photos for promotional publications.
Photos must be digital images and must be at least 1130x1508
pixels.
Photos submitted do not have to be from 2017 but must be of
Camp Luther/KBC or an off-site Camp Luther event.
Include the name and address of the photographer.
The Camp Luther year-round staff will be responsible for
selecting the winning photos of those submitted.
Camp Luther reserves the right to change rules/requirements or
cancel the contest for any reason.
Have fun taking photos at Camp Luther and Keweenaw Base Camp!
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Camp Luther
Thank you, Cheese!
Cheese served as a summer counselor at Camp Luther in 2016 and
2017. He is currently serving as Camp’s Fall Program Coordinator.
As Fall Program Coordinator, Cheese assists in the set-up,
take-down, and leading of group programs. His hard work and
positive attitude have been a blessing to Camp Luther!
Vimeo
Camp Luther
Mt. Olive Men’s Ministry firewood project
2014
Mt. Olive Men’s Ministry 2015

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What’s New at KBC?
Keweenaw Base Camp continues to grow and expand! During summer 2017, some
exciting enhancements were made:
New Tent Village
“The Pines Village was a huge plus this year and one
of my favorite additions,” Marcus Huff, Base Camp
Director. “It is nestled off the path and is surrounded
by tall, beautiful pines. We were able to utilize the
tents during wet days as well as an excellent location
for groups to spread out and do their own things.”
Expanded Trails
Trails throughout the property were expanded. Guests can now stroll through the
rolling hills, over creeks, and take in views that make anyone really feel a part of God’s
country.
Paddleboards
Groups loved the addition of paddleboards to
the waterfront.
ExpandedBeach
To accommodate the growing number of
groups using KBC and the growing
watercraft, the sand beach was extended.
Landscaping Equipment, Tools, andSupplies
KBC provides an abundance of servant events. These new supplies will help groups
working at KBC better serve the community.
2017 was an exciting year for improving and adding to existing features. Even more
exciting additions are planned for 2018.
Keweenaw Base Camp
To book your KBC experience contact:
Janette “Swoops” Marien
Keweenaw Base Camp
Community Outreach Coordinator
715-891-4064
janette@campluther.com
Vacation Rentals at KBC
Camp Luther is excited to offer four units available for rental at Keweenaw
Base Camp. Each of these units are comfortably furnished with all that you
need for a relaxing stay in the Keweenaw. Each has fully equipped kitchens
with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay and gas grills
for your evening cookouts. Each also has wood stoves to take the edge off
of those cool Keweenaw nights. Book your cabin through Camp Luther by
contacting Janette "Swoops" Marien, Community Outreach Coordinator, at
janette@campluther.com or 715-891-4064.
Walleye and Brook Trout are two brand new, two bedroom cabins at
Keweenaw Base Camp. These beautiful new units each sleep six with one
queen bed and two twins or bunks in the other bedroom. The living area
has either a futon or pull out couch. You'll have a fully equipped kitchen
and gas grill outside. $200/night.
2014 Renovated Barn, which used to be a goose hunters camp. The main
floor consists of a free standing wood fireplace, oak paneling, new sofa
sleeper, satellite TV, kitchen, and a half bath. Upstairs finda large main
bedroom with queen bed, futon in sitting area, maple paneling, and a full
bath (walk-in shower) with washer/dryer. From the upper level, take a
walk out on the deck and enjoy the beautiful overlook showcasing part of
the property. $175/night.
The LP is a beautifully renovated, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home located on
the shore of Love Lake that sleeps 10. What better way to start your day
than to relax on the east facing deck and watch the sunrise over Love
Lake while planning your next adventure.The rental includes a large
living room, full kitchen with an island, washer and dryer, ac/furnace,
and wood burning stove for additional heat and ambiance. $325/night.
Summer 2017 Recap
Youth and adults from across the country joined together at Keweenaw Base Camp
near Houghton, MI, to grow in faith and uncover new talents, strengths, and passions.
They were able to impact each other as well as the community in so many ways. It was
exciting to see the growth from 9 groups in 2016 to 19 in 2017. Over 250 campers
made up of youth, counselors, teachers, pastors, and adults came to KBC from
Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois, Minnesota,
Nebraska, and Wisconsin. Programs included
The Edge, Venture, Limitless, Servant, and a few
customized programs as well.
KBC offers a variety of service options for groups
to experience both onsite and in the community.
Some days were spent as a team and other days
several different groups worked together. Events
included: wood chipping the prayer trail at Saints
Peter and Paul Lutheran Church; wood chopping,
stacking, and delivering with Little Brothers, Friends of
the Elderly; landscaping with the Keweenaw Land Trust
at Marsin Nature Retreat Center; painting, landscaping,
garden restoration, and visiting with the seniors at The
Lighthouse of Hancock; and yard work, deck demo, and
staining at a home in the community. Many of the
groups got to be a part of trailblazing, trenching, and
beach extension onsite at KBC.
“It is amazing watching someone go outside of their
comfort zone and find inner talents, strengths, overcome fears,
and grow in their faith,” Janette Marien, Community Outreach
Coordinator. Taking groups on excursions that may include sea
kayaking on Lake Superior, mountain biking, touring the
Adventure Mine, or ziplining at Michigan Tech for the first time
provide an environment for this to happen.
KBC’s adventures and excursions in Houghton and the
surrounding areas offer so many wonderful waterfalls, hiking
trails, bluffs, and
breathtaking views of
Lake Superior.
Christian growth is the
core of who we are and what we offer at
KBC. “KBC continues to touch the hearts of
everyone that visits,” said Marcus Huff,
Base Camp Director. “We have a beautiful
camp, and it’s exciting to see all the
possibilities with it too.” We are excited to
be planning for new additions to camp for
next summer! Follow Keweenaw Base
Camp on Facebook to stay up to date.
Whether you're interested in a servant event, team building, or a fun and adventurous retreat to one of
America's most unique locations, Keweenaw Base Camp (KBC), located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, has
what you need! This satellite location of Camp Luther is for those looking to challenge themselves spiritually
and physically while getting up close and personal with God's miraculous creation.
New Paddleboards at KBC
Wood chipping prayer trail at Sts. Peter and Paul
Wood choppingwith Little Brothers, Friends
of the Elderly
Landscaping at the
Lighthouse of Hancock
Breakers, one of KBC’s excursion destinations
How Can KBC Help You?
Interested in booking a rental at KBC? Want your youth group to
experience service and/or adventure in one of the most unique locations in
America? Could your organization use a team building retreat to help you
reach your potential on the court or in the workplace? To learn more about
all that Keweenaw Base Camp offers, contact Janette "Swoops" Marien,
Community Outreach Coordinator, today!
New “Pines” tent village

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Prayer Requests
In thankfulness for all Camp Luther Volunteers!
In thankfulness for all who support Camp Luther through their prayers
and financial support.
For all applying for 2018 Camp Luther Summer Staff positions.
For all applying for Junior Counselor positions.
For wisdom and guidance to members
of the Camp Luther Board of Directors.
For the Camp Luther Year-Round staff.
For the future of Camp Luther as the
Filled with the Spirit Campaign is
shared with more people.
To always keep focused on the Lord's
mission in this place of sharing the
Gospel of Jesus Christ.
That camp, the staff, and campaign leadership would be lifted up in
Jesus’ name and the enemy, the devil, would gain no foothold.
Wish List
When you give to the Outdoor Ministry Fund, your donation supports the
ongoing mission of Camp Luther and its current needs. Your gift could
help in the purchase of one of the needs listed below. This is not the
complete list, and items are not necessarily listed in order of priority.
New trail bikes for campers and families ($325 each)
2 AEDs for Cottage andBeach areas of Camp ($1700 each)
New phone system for Camp office ($4500)
Cottage Furniture – dressers, futons, etc. ($300-$1000)
Zip line equipment ($250-$500)
Cross Country Skis, Boots, Poles ($250 per set)
Broomball Helmets ($35 each)
Dodgeballs and Basketballs ($25-$100)
Kayak Paddles ($50 each)
Kayaks ($300 each)
Lifejackets ($25 each)
The complete list can be viewed at campluther.com under the Get
Involved tab.
Investing in YOUR Camp!
You love Camp Luther. Perhaps your life was changed through your time as a camper, staff member, or volunteer. Perhaps you’ve seen your child’s faith
grow through their time at Camp. There are many ways you can give back and support the ministry that happens at Camp Luther. The Holy Spirit works in
everyone at Camp, and your support helps the ministry continue.
Are You A Thrivent Member?
Thrivent Action Teams
You can organize a Thrivent Action Team to help Camp Luther! Action Teams are
small groups with at least one Thrivent member organized for service projects or
fundraisers. Thrivent provides a $250 debit card as seed money for supplies and
other project needs. Plus you get a FREE t-shirt.
Learn more at thrivent.com, or contact Camp
Luther for ideas on how your Action Team can
help support the ministry of camp.
Thrivent Choice Dollars
Thrivent Financial offers a great benefit to members called Thrivent Choice! If you
are a qualifying member, you decide where Thrivent Financial directs their
charitable gifting dollars. We hope you will select Camp Luther as a recipient of a
portion of your Choice Dollars!
Eligibility is based on a benefit member's insurance premiums, account values, and
volunteer leadership.
Thrivent will send the donation – no additional paperwork is necessary!
Go to thrivent.com/thriventchoice for more information and to direct your dollars.
New Campaign Website
filledwiththespirit.org
Camp Luther's Filled with the Spirit Campaign has a new website designated
especially for the Campaign. Here you will find updates, resources, and everything
you need to share with others about what's happening at camp.
Camp Luther’s Income
Registration fees and other revenue
account for only 2/3 of Camp
Luther’s needed income. The
remaining 1/3 is generously donated
by those who wish to support the
ministry that happens at Camp
through giving to the Outdoor
Ministry Fund and Every Kid to
Camp. Thank you for helping
Christ’s love be shared with all!
With your help, Camp is able to:
enhance and expand
programming and outreach.
maintain and care for facilities and property.
offer camp to every child regardless of their financial situation.
build a healthy and thriving organization to carry on the traditions and mission of
this ministry.
Join the Campaign Team
Pray daily for the staff and "family" of Camp Luther, thanking God for
his abundant grace and asking His blessing on the FilledWith the Spirit
Campaign.
Provide a joyful annual financial gift to Camp according to the resources you have
been entrusted with. You can give at https://campluther.com/give.
Encourage your children, grandchildren, and friends to enroll in one of Camp's
many programs.
Spread the word and introduce members of your congregation or circle of friends
to Camp Luther.
Campaign Steering
Committee
Thank you to the Filled with the Spirit Campaign Steering Committee for your time
and energy in furthering the reach of this Campaign.
Anne Hartman, Eau Claire, WI
Rick & Ruth Steinke, Green Bay, WI
Julie Wilkins, LaGrange, IL
Thane & Melissa Bublitz, Neenah, WI
Jamie Nelson, Wausau, WI
Tim & Linda Mattson, WisconsinRapids,WI
Rev. James & Kathy Wiebel, Appleton, WI
Phil Kirchner, Green Bay, WI
IRA Rollover Charitable
Opportunities
Have you considered giving to Camp Luther through your IRA?
In December of 2015, Congress passed the Path Act which made the IRA
rollover to charities permanent! Donors over age 70½ may now plan each
year to make transfers directly from an IRA to a charity.
It is quite common for IRA owners to take a
single distribution of their RMD (required
minimum distribution) in the fourth
quarter (October thru December). Have
you considered making a charitable gift
using your RMD? If you do not need the
income, by choosing a charity you could
significantly reduce your adjusted gross
income and make your tax returns less
complicated.
You can also support Camp Luther while getting a head start on your year-
end tax planning with these options:
Outright Gift of an Asset
Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
Zero-Tax Gift and Sale
For more information about any of these please contact:
Ron Smith or Jennifer Nohelty
Gift Planning Services
715-838-0368
admin@giftplanningservices.com
Rollover!
Tamara Fanjoy
Gift Planning Counselor
Gift Planning Services, LLC
(715) 838-0368
Rick Steinke
Gift Planning Services
920-246-1647
ricksteinke13@gmail.com
https://campluther.com/give

5. Campaign Update
Community Center Plans Underway
The new Community
Center will be built where
the existing Dining Hall and
Lodge now stand. Camp
Luther’s Building
Committee and staff have
been working with
architects for several
months to determine how
this new building will best
fit Camp’s needs.
Guests will enter the dining
room from courtyard level
and enjoy views of the lake.
The building will also have a
new Packout Kitchen and
meeting rooms below the
dining room.
To the left is a rendering of
what the outside of the
building will look like. For
color photos and to learn
more about the Filled with
the Spirit Campaign, visit
filledwiththespirit.org.
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Camp Luther’s Filled with the Spirit Campaign is a $5 million, five year,
comprehensive campaign supporting the Outdoor Ministry Fund, Every
Kid to Camp, and Capital Improvement Projects.
Campaign Goals & Progress
And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit
and spoke the word of God boldly.
-Acts 4:31b
This is a wonderful time to reflect on the blessings of this past year. For many,
this is when they turn their eyes to what is most important, giving thanks and
praise to the One who provides everything to each of us. We have a renewed
sense of hope and faith as we give thanks to God!
Therefore, since we are receiving a
kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be
thankful, and so worship God acceptably
with reverence and awe, for our “God is a
consuming fire.” ~Hebrews 12:28-29
It truly has been exciting to see how the
Lord has and continues to work through
His people at Camp Luther and our
future. Over the last few years the Camp Luther Board of Directors, North
Wisconsin District, and leadership have reviewed our mission, clarified our core
values, and created a vision for our future. They have also listened intently to
our faithful supporters, during which time they have assessed the financial and
physical condition of Camp. They have embraced the challenges before us and
are planning for a bright and sustainable future for Camp Luther. Several areas
were initially researched and explored; first from a priority basis and then from a
cost basis. The results of that study revealed the following necessities:
1.To start a Capital Campaign to raise funds for our building projects as well as
our operational and program funds. Our Filled with the Spirit Campaign started
in 2014 and seeks to raise $5 million over five years to build our annual support
base and grow our Capital Improvements fund. This began with the completion
of the Lower Level of the Retreat Center, which was completed this summer
and the construction of a greatly needed Community Center containing a new
kitchen and expanded dining area.
2.To create plans to educate people about the needs of Camp along with raising
monies for the Outdoor Ministry Fund and the Every Kid to Camp Program.
We began this process by approaching individuals and corporations in our
Leadership Phase and then moved into the Cottage Family Phase. Most of these
families have been a part of the programs of Camp for over 40 years, returning
to Camp every summer to be refreshed and renewed. We kicked off our Alumni
Phase with a reunion in the summer of 2016 and continue to reach out to over
500 alumni staff members. Most recently, Camp has been working with many
volunteers in moving towards the Congregational Phase where congregations
of the North Wisconsin District will be able to
choose how they want to participate in the
Campaign. The official kickoff for this phase
begins in January 2018. Camp is pleased to
announce that Redeemer Marquette has
started Camp off with a commitment of
$100,000 towards the Campaign!
We continue to speak with individuals, corporations, and foundations for
support of the Campaign as well in the Special Gifts Phase along with moving
into the Public Phase of the Campaign. Together, through God’s grace, we are
confident we can reach the goals we have set for this effort.
Shelly “Indigo” Karolus
Director of Donor Relations
715-350-9421
shelly@campluther.com

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Apply for
Summer Staff!
"I learned how to love and what it means to be loved by God and others.
My heart is changed because of vulnerability, honesty, and the wonder of
His love that is apparent in the smiling, shining eyes of children when they
hear His gospel of peace."
- Suds
"Being a camp counselor really showed me how to be a servant to others,
both the campers and the other staff members. This servant attitude is
something I will carry with me for the rest of my life."
- Smiles
Why serve at camp?
You'll experience tremendous growth as you live into what it means to
follow Jesus Christ.
You'll be part of a close-knit community
who will become some of your best and
closest friends.
You'll be led by full-time staff who are
committed to your development and
support.
You'll gain marketable skills through purposeful training and hands-on
leadership experience.
A summer spent working at camp immerses you in a community where
you get to explore together what it means to love Jesus and love like
Jesus. It’s kingdom ministry that’s intense, deep, and life changing.
Camp Luther hires around 45 college-aged staff, including:
Summer Counselors
Program Coordinators
Specialty Staff (Maintenance,
Kitchen)
Keweenaw Base Camp Staff
Camp Luther is just one of 26 NLOMA (National Lutheran Outdoors
Ministry Association) camps that are located around the country.
For more information and to learn how to apply, visit
https://campluther.com/summerstaff.
A Breakdown of Summer
Programs at KBC
We understand that with new programs and clever names, it can be confusing to
know which program is which and which one is right for you or your camper.
Here is a guide to help you choose the KBC program that is perfect for you!
The Edge (9th
-12th
grade)
The Edge is our introductory adventure-
based program at KBC. Each day you’ll take
an off-site trip to one of the many adventure
activities in the Keweenaw area. This includes
hiking to a waterfall, exploring the cliffs and
bluffs overlooking Lake Superior, and
kayaking Lake Superior’s crystal-clear waters.
In between adventures you’ll make lasting
friendships, build your faith, and have a blast
hanging out at KBC.
The Edge is a great choice if this is your first time attending KBC and you want
to see what the excitement is all about!
Venture (9th
-12th
grade)
Take your adventure to the next level! Venture is our
intermediate adventure-based program at KBC. The
focus of Venture is a two-night overnight adventure
trip centered around a specific adventure skill. This
summer our first Venture session will be focused on
wilderness survival skills (Venture: Survive), and our
second Venture session will be focused on
backpacking skills (Venture: Hike). Venture also
includes all the awesome community building, faith
formation, memory making, and fun that you’ve come
to expect at KBC!
Venture is a great choice if you’ve already been to KBC
and want a new adventure or if you’d like to experience an overnight adventure
trip!
IGNITE (9th-
12th
grade)
Have you done IMPACT? IGNITE is our second-year IMPACT program, designed
to take past IMPACT campers even deeper in their faith and leadership. Using
the setting of KBC, you’ll be involved in reaching out to the local Keweenaw
community through mission and
service and using those experiences
to build your faith and grow in your
ability to follow Jesus Christ—
wherever He leads. IGNITE also
includes the close-knit community,
amazing counselors, memorable
experiences, and intentional faith
building in an 8-day program that you
first experienced in IMPACT.
IGNITE is a great choice if you’ve already done IMPACT at Camp Luther and are
looking for the next step to continue to grow in your leadership and your faith!
Where do I drop off and pick up my camper for these programs?
Drop-off and pick-up for each of these programs will be at Camp Luther.
Campers will meet at Camp Luther on registration day and then head up to KBC
for the week, returning on Friday to be picked up at Camp Luther.
A Look Out at the Newly Revived Lookout Point
Lookout Point is an awesome spot at Camp Luther
that typically hasn’t received a lot of visitors. It’s the
highest point on camp and requires a pretty good
trek through the woods, down and up (and up and
up) hills to reach. When you get to the top, the view
isn’t what it used to be, as over the years the trees
have grown up and obscured the view. But if you
look closely you can still catch a glimpse of Planting
Ground Lake in the distance.
This summer, the campers and staff who were a part
of Camp Luther’s IMPACT program helped to create
Hammock Village at Lookout Point. Their whole-
hearted service and hard work over the course of
eight weeks resulted in the revitalization of a part of
Camp Luther that has fallen into disuse over the
years and helped create a special place that will be
enjoyed by many for years to come!
Steps to Creating a Hammock Village:
1. Clear away all the brush, branches, and charred
firewood that has built up in the Lookout Point
clearing.
2. Dig out a large firepit, including going on a
scavenger hunt for BIG rocks to build a fire ring.
3. Build six solid wood benches and then dig a
bunch of holes in a circle around the firepit to
install those benches. Make sure to fill back in
the dirt and tramp it down!
4. Install a solid steel fire ring into the firepit.
5. Build a firewood rack (with roof!) and install it on
the edge of the clearing.
6. Clear away more brush and sticks to create
plenty of open spots to hang hammocks.
7. Move a (heavy) picnic table from the
maintenance shed all the way up the hill to
Lookout Point!
8. You’re almost done. Just add hammocks!
IMPACT (8th
-10th
grade) is an incredible eight-day
program focused on leadership and service. If you’re
a teenager looking to make a difference, grow as a
leader, build your faith, and create life-long
Friendships, then check out IMPACT this summer!
Step 7: Move a (heavy!) picnic tableStep 3: Build and install benches
Hammock Village was completed this summer
Junior Counselor
Applications Now Open
As a Junior Counselor, you will spend two weeks volunteering at camp. You'll
spend each week serving with a camper group, working with summer staff to
help lead a small group of kids. You will serve, laugh, lead, and love.
Applications to be a 2018 Junior Counselor opened November 1st
and are due
February 1st
. For more information and to learn how to apply, visit
https://campluther.com/getinvolved/volunteer/jcs.
Lookout Point was revived this summer

7. 7
The Camp Luther Year-Round Staff
Laurinda
Continued Improvements
Retreat Center Lower Level Completed & Dedicated
Thanks to generous donors, the Lower Level of the Retreat Center was completed this summer! The Lower Level was the first
phase of Camp Luther’s Filled with the Spirit Campaign. The sixadditional rooms housed Program Coordinators and Guest
Medics this summer and will allow for more guest housing throughout the year.
Labor Day Weekend, on September 3rd
, Camp Luther celebrated and dedicated the Lower Level of the Retreat Center. Rev.
Dwayne Lueck, President of the North Wisconsin District LCMS, gave the sermon and then led the participants through the
building down the stairs and out to the channel where the dedication took place. It was a beautiful sunny day for this blessed
event!
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. ~Psalm 107:1
Before: The uncompleted Lower Level was used for
storage
During: Assembling stud walls After: Six additional rooms provide needed
housing
After: Seating and meeting area
Office Wall Repair
Last spring, it was discovered that the back wall of Camp’s
offices below the Arts and Crafts Room was constructed
over an old garbage dump, causing the footings to drop and
creating large gaps in the concrete wall. This fall the back
wall of the offices was taken out, the footings were
re-poured, and the wall was rebuilt.
Lakeview Remodel Completed
Camp Luther continues to upgrade cottages for you! This past winter and spring, Rescue,
Camp Luther’s Maintenance & ImprovementsDirector, and volunteers completely renovated
Lakeview Cottage. The new open-concept , car siding, and tile floor were ready for the first
week of Family Camp. Guests can now enjoy views of Range Line Lake from the kitchen,
dining, and living rooms. Lakeview also has an island countertop and gas fireplace.
Before: Lakeview's walls obstructed the view of the lake and made
the cottage dark.
After: Range Line Lake can be seen from the
entire main living space
Blackbird Cottage Is Next
Camp Luther plans to continue upgrading cottages for
guests. This winter, Blackbird Cottage will undergo extensive
remodeling. Thank you for your continued support of Camp
Luther through the Outdoor Ministry Fund and the many
ministries that happen in this place. Camp is truly blessed!
Demolition has already begun on Blackbird Cottage
After: Guests in Lakeview can enjoy the new
fireplace and open-concept space
The back wall of the offices had large gaps between
the concrete blocks
The entire wall was removed
Footings were re-poured
and the wall rebuilt
Project completed!
In 2017 some incredible changes happened at Camp Luther. Because of support to the Outdoor Ministry Fund and many hours of volunteer work these
necessary improvements are possible. Thanks be to God for the incredible support from donors and volunteers who help make things happen at Camp Luther!
After: Car Siding and the open floor plan brighten
Lakeview’s interior

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Faith - Family - Friendship
Experience Camp Year-Round!
Camp isn’t just for kids (though there are plenty of options for kids and youth)! Camp Luther also has opportunities
for men, women, and families to grow in their faith and have fun in the Northwoods of Wisconsin! For more
information and to register for these events, go to https://campluther.com/adultfamily.
Stay in a Camp
Luther Cottage
Enjoy a two or three-bedroom Camp Luther cottage
retreat this winter or spring! Visit in the winter to
enjoy tubing, snow
shoeing, and cross
country skiing or cozy
up with a book next
to the fireplace. Book
a cottage in the
spring for the fishing
opener or simply to
enjoy God’s creation
springing back to life.
There’s something for everyone in Wisconsin’s great
Northwoods!
Camp Luther also has cottages available from May 30th
to June 9th
. Book during this week and enjoy all that
summer at Camp Luther has to offer. For photos and
amenities, visit https://campluther.com/adultfamily/
cottages/cottage.
To book your cottage, contact Beemer, Director of
Guest Services, at 715-546-3647 or email
beemer@campluther.com.
2018 Summer Youth Camp Schedule
Registration opens December 1st
! Go to https://campluther.com/register to register.
*Numbers refer to program grade level in the 2017-2018 school year.
2018 Women’s Retreat Guest Speaker: Donna Pyle
“Not raised going to church regularly, Donna understands how intimidating it can be to open the Bible. Now, after
walking with the Lord for 25 years, she loves to encourage othersembarking on that
wonder-filled path of faith.”
Donna has authored over 25 Bible studies and magazine articles. Her work has been
published by Concordia Publishing House, Lutheran Women in Mission, and LWML.
For more information about Camp Luther’sWomen’s Retreat and to register, visit
https://campluther.com/women.
Learn more about Donna at https://www.artesianministries.org.
High School Winter Reunion: December 1-3
Big Chill Middle School Youth Retreat: January 12-14
Deep Freeze Middle/High School Youth Retreat: January 19-20
Sub Zero High School Youth Retreat: January 26-28
Family Flurry: January 26-28
Workbee Weekend: April 27-29
Side-by-Side Youth Retreat: April 27-29
Youth Camps
(Elementary/Middle School)
Specialty Camps
(Middle/High School)
Keweenaw Base Camp
(High School)
Weekend Programs
(Pre-K—3rd Grade)
Week 1
(June 10-15)
Discovery (3-5*)
Pathfinder (4-6)
Trailblazer (6-8)
Lifeguard Camp (9-12) Kinder/Grandkids Camp (PreK –Kindergarten)
June 15-17
Week 2
(June 17-22)
Discovery (3-5)
Pathfinder (3-5)
Trailblazer (5-7)
IMPACT (8-10) June 15-22 IGNITE (9-12) June 15-22 Explorer (1-3) June 22-24
Week 3
(June 24-29)
Pathfinder (4-6) IMPACT (8-10) June 22-29
Guitar Camp (5-8)
Quest (7-9)
The Edge (9-12) Kinder/Grandkids Camp (PreK-Kindergarten)
June 29-July 1
Week 4
(July 1-July 6)
Trailblazer (6-8) IMPACT (8-10) June 29-July 6
Teen Camp (9-12)
Week 5
(July 8-13)
Discovery (3-5)
Pathfinder (3-5)
IMPACT (8-10) July 6-13
Quest (7-9)
Venture: Survive (9-12) Explorer (1-3) July 13-15
Week 6
(July 15-20)
Trailblazer (5-7) IMPACT (8-10) July 13-20
Sailing Camp (8-10)
Photography Camp (5-8)
The Edge (9-12) Explorer (1-3) July 20-22
Week 7
(July 22-27)
Pathfinder (4-6)
Trailblazer (6-8)
IMPACT (8-10) July 20-27
Quest (7-9)
Venture: Hike (9-12) Kinder/Grandkids Camp (PreK-Kindergarten)
July 27-29
Week 8
(July 29-August 3)
Pathfinder (3-5) IMPACT (8-10) July 27-Aug 3
Quest (7-9)
IGNITE (9-12) July 27-August 3 Explorer (1-3) August 3-5
Week 9
(August 5-10)
Trailblazer (5-7) IMPACT (8-10) August 3-10 The Edge (9-12) Kinder/Grandkids Camp (PreK-Kindergarten)
August 10-12
May Workday: May 12
Men’s Fishing & Golf Retreat: May 14-17
Memorial Day Family Retreat: May 25-28
Labor Day Family Retreat: August 31-September 3
Women’s Retreat: September 21-23