Application Packet

EXPLANATION – PURPOSE Intermountain Christian Camp’s, SWAT- Leadership Camp

This camp is for Christians that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level.

***(See Insert for Camp Dates and Deadlines )***

The applicant needs to read and understand the purpose of the camp, fill out all the applications in the packet and commit to its covenant. This explanation page is designed to give you a glimpse into what this camp is about and allow you to step up and accept the challenges it will place before you. Please do not go quickly through this process, make sure you are aware of the style of this camp, the commitments you are making and the expectations that will govern the camp. Please take into account that this is not a regular camp for everyone. It is a very intense camp designed to develop the faith that is already possessed by young Christians into their character, actions, world view and lifestyle.

What is SWAT - Leadership Camp?

This Leadership Camp is a 8 day event held at Intermountain Christian Camp, in Fairfield, ID in June, for youth going into high school through graduated seniors. (See Insert for Dates) This camp is for Christians that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level. This is an intensive camp designed to develop the faith that is already possessed by youth and take it farther into their character, actions, world view and lifestyle.

We are passionate about developing youth into leaders for Jesus Christ.

This Leadership camp is built around 4 critical elements: - Cultivating a passion for God. - Growing leadership skills and character in Christian youth. - Developing a Christian and Spiritual worldview. - Learning biblical/spiritual truths through what we know and see in the physical world.

Our hope is that all who are involved with this camp will walk away with more than just another long week at camp. Our goal is to develop a Spirit-changed life that is more prepared to face and lead others through the struggles of this world. We want to see God use this Camp to bring up a generation of leaders for His Kingdom.

CAMP Design / Purpose Overview

The Camp consists of 8 days of life changing and motivating experiences. The 8 days consist of intensive learning, training, and experiences, ending with a rite of passage that inspires all to re-penetrate the world as a better Christian and leader. This camp is designed to be experiential in its process. However, it is driven by a question. How do you teach spiritual truths of an unseen world? Many times when people encounter teachings of the spiritual world they have a hard time grasping the concepts or believing it altogether because they can’t see it. So, how do we overcome this barrier? You do it like Jesus did - He took the earthly things people knew and understood then used them to teach and illustrate a higher spiritual lesson. Jesus used things like farming, sowing fields, fishing, shepherding, servants, masters, etc. - and His followers did the same, even using things like boxing, sport, and warfare. In other words, we are going to follow their example but in a very experiential way - using what we can see and then placing ourselves in those very situations. We will be looking at what we know from leadership, discipleship, and the history of warfare, as we build bridges into the spiritual world and develop leaders for the kingdom of God.

Learning

There is an intense emphasis on learning and gaining knowledge into the spiritual world. Lessons and teachings will play a critical role throughout the camp. They will take on more meaning, have a greater importance and take on a higher application in all dally camp activates than at a regular camp. As a camper you will have to learn and memorize portions of the information that will be presented to you at a high proficiency level, so you can accurately use it in the scenarios and experiences throughout the camp. This camp requires note taking, memorization, recalling information skillfully, showing understanding of material through testing, and life application of learned truths. You will be learning the material in many different ways and forms. There will also be help from teachers and fellow campers to aid in this learning process. Being an "A" student is not a requirement, but the desire to learn and be willing to put forth an above ordinary effort in gaining knowledge is vital. We see the lessons at SWAT as a spiritual foundation to everything we do.

Discipline

One situation campers will be put into is a type of discipline. This camp will have a boot camp feel to it. However, we are not here to belittle or harass the campers. But we are going to require discipline and reinforce the cooperation of the camper with physical training, i.e. push-ups, sit ups, and running. We do this as another teaching method. How can we train ourselves to be disciplined spiritually if we do not understand what it takes to be disciplined and trained physically? This type of discipline will be applied and practiced throughout every aspect of the camp. Every morning will also start with PT (Physical Training) exercises. Several of the training experiences will also require some physical stamina. We recommend that all campers prepare themselves for this before they come to this camp.

The Sport of Paintball

Another situation campers will be put in at this camp will be the sport of paintball. We use this sport to help bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual world. In doing so, we take what we know from the history of warfare and analyze it, in order to see what it can teach us about spiritual warfare. The paintball equipment fits well with the spiritual armor we see in scripture and is much safer than the real military. We also use it because it is an activity that excites the hearts of youth today. Again, we will be using paintball as a real life illustration to bring a reality and understanding to spiritual issues. Please understand that we do not use paintball as just a fun activity, (nor is this camp based on it), but as a major extractive learning tool.

The COST / APPLICATION PROCESS

The Cost: (see insert for details) The cost covers room and board for 8 days at the camp, access to

life changing challenges and experiences along with all your equipment and paint needed to engage in the camp’s teaching scenarios using the sport of paintball.

Application Parameters: Based on the style and activities of this camp, this camp is not for everybody. This

also means there is a limited number of campers - we can take 16 students in all. Applicants must apply and be accepted to attend this camp. Acceptance is based on the information gained by the application process in this packet and the applicant’s passion and desire to further develop their character as a leader and their faith in Jesus Christ.

All the applicants need to understand the intense type and style of this leadership camp (as described in this packet) and agree to its conditions and

commitment levels.

All applicants will be seen as volunteering and wanting to be a part of this style of leadership camp.

To Apply - See Insert for all of this year’s dates and prices

Applicants need to fill out and complete the application process within this packet.

This includes a completed and signed - Registration form - Minister recommendation - Personal application - Personally signed covenant

Applicants need to collect all their application forms and send them all together in one envelope to:

***SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions 334 4th Ave. W. Gooding, ID 83330

We will start taking applications February 1st.

All applications need to be received no later than the assigned date. (See Insert)

Due to the fact that there is a screening process, notification of acceptance will be given with in a two week time frame of receiving an application.(See Insert) All applications will be processed on a first come basis, any applications received after the assigned due date, will be processed and considered, but with no guarantee of acceptance.

Please note: Just sending in an application packet does not guarantee your acceptance to or a spot in this camp.

Upon Acceptance:

After you send in your application packet, you will receive a letter confirming your acceptance to the camp.

At that time you will need to send in a deposit to confirm and guarantee your spot in the camp

This deposit is a non-refundable deposit of $100.00, and goes towards your overall camp fee.

You will need to send in your check made out to “Intermountain Christian Camp” to

Intermountain Christian Camp, SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions, 108 Christian Church Camp Rd, Fairfield, ID 83327

(Please indicate the name of the camper in the memo section of the check.)

Your deposit needs to be in no later than the assigned date. (See insert)

Upon acceptance you will also receive some camp information, a map to the camp, schedule and a stuff to bring list.

***Please be aware that if you are accepted and come to the camp all the stuff you bring to camp will be gone through and inventoried.

Full payment

Accepted campers will need to finish the registration process for camp and pay for the remaining amount of the camp cost (see insert) (Checks made out to “Intermountain Christian Camp”)

Send checks to Intermountain Christian Camp, SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions,

108 Christian Church Camp Rd, Fairfield, ID 83327

Full payment will be due on assigned date before camp (See Insert)

Other payments can be arranged and made prior to camp, all payments need to be in prior to the start of camp.

You can contact Jeff Nichols to arrange payments or if you have any questions at

1(208)358-3849

INTERMOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN CAMP REGISTRATION AND HEALTH FORM

Intermountain Christian Camp, 108 Christian Church Camp Rd, Fairfield, ID 83327 (208)-764-2204

This camp is for Christian youth that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level.

Applicant’s parents / guardians need to please read and fill out the following information ______________________________________________________ Age _______ Birthday ____/____/____ Campers First Name Last Name

Address ___________________________________________City ______________________ State _____ Zip Code ___________________ Home Phone ( ) _________________Grade next fall _______ M/F _____ _________________________________ Work # ( ) _________________Cell # ( ) _____________ Parent / Guardian:

_________________________________ Work # ( ) _________________Cell # ( ) _____________ Parent / Guardian:

E-mail address: ______________________________________________________________________

Emergency name and number if above parents/ guardian can not be reached.

_________________________________________________________________Phone # ( ) ______________ Name City Relation to camper

- Has camper been water baptized by immersion? ___Yes ___No Home Church ____________________ - Does the camper have any medical problems? If so, give details.

- Is the camper on special medication or diet? If so, give details. - Does the camper react to penicillin or other drugs? - Please circle the meds the camper can be given if the need arises: Aspirin, Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Maalox, Imodium, Pepto-Bismol, Benadryl.

- Is the camper restricted from strenuous activities? If so, give details. Date of last tetanus booster ___________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Name of primary insured Primary Health Ins. Co. Name, Address, & phone number

Insurance Policy number ______________________ Insurance group number __________________

I certify that the named child is able to attend and participate in Christianity being taught and in any activity directed by Intermountain Christian Camp during the summer of (year)________ such as: bike riding, horseback riding, swimming/water activities, competitive games, the sport of paintball, media, etc. Permission is also granted for my/our child to ride in any vehicle designated by his/her counselor or the camp director while participating in or traveling to and from such activities.

In the event that an emergency occurs, I hereby give permission to the physician selected by the Intermountain Christian Camp to secure proper treatment for my child as named in this form. I may be reached at the telephone number provided. If I and/or emergency contact person cannot be reached within a reasonable period of time, as determined by church/camp officials, I hereby authorize the church or camp officers to make emergency medical decisions for my child. This is also to certify, to the best of my knowledge, that the named child has no physical defects or illnesses (except as noted on this form).

I UNDERSTAND AND HEREBY AGREE TO ASSUME ALL OF THE RISKS WHICH MAY BE ENCOUNTERED ON SAID ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING ACTIVITIES PRELIMINARY AND SUBSEQUENT THERE TO.

I do, for myself and for my child, heirs and assigns, hereby irrevocably and unconditionally release, acquit and forever discharge____________________ (church) and the Intermountain Christian Camp, and its agents, employees, and volunteers, from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, claims, expenses, obligations and damages of any nature whatsoever, which I now have or which may arise in the future, in connection with my child's participation in the described activity or in any other associated activities including, but not limited to, any injury to my child or property, even injury resulting in death.

I expressly agree that this release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Utah and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect. This release contains the entire agreement between the parties hereto.

I further state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOREGOING RELEASE AND KNOW THE CONTENTS HEREOF AND I SIGN THIS RELEASE AT MY OWN FREE ACT. I understand that this is a legally binding agreement.

Parent / Guarding Printed Name __________________________________ Date _______________

Parent / Guarding Signature _____________________________________ Date _______________

MINISTER RECOMMENDATION FORM This camp is for Christian youth that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level.

The applicant needs to fill out the top section and then have their Youth or Sr. Minister fill out the recommendation/evaluation section. The applicant needs to fill out and collect all evaluations, then send them all together to

SWAT-LC Admissions 334 4th Ave. W. Gooding ID 83330 All application forms will be used in assessing the applicant for acceptance to the camp and to help in programming the camp.

Applicant’s Information:

Print Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ First Last

Mailing address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Number / Street City State Zip Code

Home Phone ( ) ________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________________ Signature of Applicant: _________________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Minister Recommendation / Evaluation: The above applicant is applying to a Christian leadership camp and is asking you to give a reference. We appreciate your cooperation and value your evaluation. We will be basing their acceptance strongly on the information you give. This leadership camp is designed to challenge and arouse youth to further their passion for God. This camp will push the campers spiritually, physically, and mentally. We need to make sure the applicant is ready to take on this challenge. It is essential that you be frank, fair, and accurate in your remarks and estimates. It is critical that the applicant receive this back in a timely manner for they must meet application deadlines.

How long have you known the Applicant?_______________________ In what relationship? _______________________

How well do you know the applicant? Very well Well Casually In what areas have you seen the applicant grow in Christ in the last year? - Please mark all that apply to the applicant.

How well do you think the applicant listens to and follows directions? Above and beyond Willingly does assigned work Needs occasional prodding Fails often to follow through No opportunity to observe

How well do you think the applicant responds to authority and discipline? Excellent Able, can push the envelope Questions and looks for loopholes Selfishly defiant No opportunity to observe

How would you describe the self discipline and dependability of the applicant? Thoroughly dependable Usually reliable Requires supervision Not much, not dependable No opportunity to observe

How would you describe the applicant’s teachability? Superior Learns readily Slow but retains well Repeated instructions necessary No chance to observe

What is the attitude of the applicant towards others? Friendly and caring Generally respectful Indifferent Condescending No opportunity to observe

How is the applicant accepted by others? Highly respected Liked Tolerated Avoided No opportunity to observe

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How would you describe the applicant’s emotional stability? Consistently well balanced Usually well balanced Sometimes Moody Emotionally unstable No opportunity to observe

How would you describe the applicant’s integrity? Consistently trustworthy Usually honest Sometimes manipulative Frequently dishonest No opportunity to observe

What is the attendance record of the applicant to Sunday School, Youth Group and Church? Always there Usually faithful Sporadic Not a priority Too new to know

What is your opinion regarding the attitude and ability of the applicant towards doing hard work? Excellent and Enthusiastic Comfortable and successful Doesn’t mind but not enthused Hesitant and sometimes chooses not to Never completes what he starts No opportunity to observe

In your opinion where would you rate the applicant’s passion for God in their life so far? (Circle one)

Non existent Low Wishy-washy Good High 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Stagnant Poor Moderate Faithful Reckless Abandon

How would you describe the applicant’s self-esteem or self- image? In what ways does the applicant serve the church or community? In what ways have you seen the applicant show leadership skills? In your own words, please describe the character of the applicant. Do you recommend this applicant for acceptance to the SWAT Leadership Camp? Recommend highly Recommend Recommend with reservations Do not Recommend -- You are welcome to include any additional remarks in a letter attached to this form. Thank you for your time and assistance in furnishing this recommendation.

Print Minister’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________________

First Last

Contact Phone # ( ) ________________ Church Address _______________________________________________

Minister’s Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: _______________________ ** Please return to applicant

PERSONAL APPLICATION This camp is for Christian youth that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level.

The applicant needs to read and fill out this application. This leadership camp is designed to challenge and arouse youth to further their passion for God. This camp will push the campers spiritually, physically, and mentally. This application is designed to assess your interest and motives for attending this camp. Please do not go quickly through this process. It is essential that you think about your answers with honesty and passion. Make sure that all information given is accurate. You will need to collect all the forms and send them all in together to SWAT-LC Admissions 334 4th Ave. W. Gooding ID 83330.

- All Application forms will be used in assessing the applicant for acceptance to the camp and help in programming the camp.

Personal Information _________________________________________________________ Age _______ Birthday ____/____/____ Print First Name Last Name

Address ___________________________________________City ______________________ State _____ Zip Code ________________ Home Phone ( ) ____________ Grade next fall _______ Graduated Y N M / F Church you attend _________________________________________________________________________________

Application Questions - On an attached piece of paper please answer the following questions:

1.) Please type out your story (testimony) of (A) how you became a Christian and (B) what God has done to get you to where you are today. This is not for a grade, we just want to have a picture of your spiritual history.

2.) This is not a camp to just come and play around. Please type out (A) why you want to be a part of this leadership camp and (B) what you want to get out of the camp.

- Please define these words and concepts in your own terms. We are not looking for a specific answer, but please fill the space provided and be complete in your answers. We want to see how much you understand and comprehend these concepts. Do not use a dictionary.

Leadership Authority

Perseverance Integrity

Passion Discipline

Spiritual Warfare The Bible

Please don’t forget to attach the application questions to this form. (Continue on back)

Worship Unity

Prayer Service

Sacrifice Discipleship

Sin Risk

- Please mark the ones that apply to you the applicant. What is your attendance record to Sunday School, Youth Group and Church?

Always there Usually faithful Sporadic Not really a priority

Do you have a daily quiet time / devotion time with God? Yes No Sporadic If so, or sporadic, what does it entail, describe it?

Rate your passion and walk with God in your life so far? (Circle one)

Non existent Low Wishy-washy Good High

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Stagnant Poor Moderate Faithful Reckless Abandon

What are the best ways you learn new information? (Mark all that apply)

Listening Writing Visuals Experience Repetition On your own

What is your view and opinion towards manual labor and working hard? Love it and Enthusiastic Capable and willing Don’t mind but not enthused Hesitant and sometimes I choose not to I hate it and don’t do it

What is the best way for someone to motivate you, without money or reward?

How would you describe your personality?

What are your life goals in the next 5 years?

What is your involvement level in serving at your church? High Good Moderate Sporadic Limited None

Times Years

What has been your experience with playing paintball? Number of times/years you have played _____ / _____ Avid and Active Skilled Experienced Novice Not much / None

Do you believe that you have what it takes to be successful at this camp? Oh yeah, bring it on Yes Willing to try, but not sure No

Signature of Applicant Date

*** Make sure you have attached your answers to questions 1 and 2.

PERSONAL COMMITMENT AND COVENANT In view of this style of camp we require that the camper / applicant know about:

- the conditions and style of the camp - the commitment they are making - and agree to be a part of both.

Please have the applicant read and sign on the bottom

I (Print your name) understand …

That this camp is put on for Christian youth that want to develop leadership skills and take their faith to the next level. All applicants volunteer and want to be a part of this style of camp. This camp requires more from me physically and mentally, with a high sense of discipline than other camps. This camp is looking for real transformation in my life and I am willing to submit to its authority and put forth the effort to see how far God will take my life in this camp and beyond. I further commit to: - Maintaining a positive attitude, with a willingness to participate and perform in all camp activities, lessons and drills. - Undertaking a servant leadership role as a vital part of the camp. - Obeying and submitting to the authorities of the camp with respect, be it from the camp, camp staff, team leaders, or fellow campers. - Following and abiding by all camp rules, verbal and written. - Being willing to learn and put forth the effort to master the materials, information, drills and lessons from the camp. - Accepting and following through with the discipline of physical training to better train my actions and mind for God. - Maintaining unity and camaraderie within the camp, including leaders, fellow campers and camp staff. - Being a person of integrity in my speech, emotions, attitude and actions. - Putting forth perseverance when it comes to hard work and overcoming obstacles. - Allowing leaders, fellow campers and staff to take me out of my comfort zone and risk new things as they challenge

me spiritually, mentally and physically. - Being held accountable for my actions, knowledge, emotions, and words while at camp. - Getting along with and being an encouragement to fellow campers and staff. - Always striving for excellence in all areas of the camp. - Doing what is necessary to transform my life.

I also understand that in complying to this covenant and the commitments therein, my actions, knowledge, emotions, and words will be held accountable while at this camp. And while at this camp, if I choose not to strive for and uphold this covenant, I understand that I may choose to leave the camp, or be instructed to leave, with the possibility of no refund.

I have hereby read and agreed to the above covenant and I am willing to uphold its commitments

Signature of Applicant Date

Where Learners Become Leaders

2020 SWAT Insert = Camp Date, Due Dates and Prices

SWAT Leadership Camp is June 13 – 20, 2020 Cost: $275.00 The cost covers - room and board for 8 days at the camp, access to life changing challenges and

experiences along with all your equipment and paint needed to engage in the camp’s teaching scenarios using the sport of paintball.

Applicants need to fill out and complete the application process within the registration packet.

Please include a completed and signed - Registration form - Minister recommendation - Personal application – with typed testimony - Personally signed covenant

Applicants need to collect all their application forms and send them all together in one envelope to:

SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions 334 4th Ave. W.

Gooding, ID 83330

We will start taking applications February 1st.

All applications need to be received no later than May 18th, 2020

Due to the fact that there is a screening process, notification of acceptance will be given within a two week time frame of receiving an application. All applications will be processed on a first come basis, any applications received after above deadline will be processed and considered, but with no guarantee of acceptance.

Please note: Just sending in an application packet does not guarantee your acceptance to this camp.

Upon Acceptance:

After you send in your application packet, you will receive a letter confirming your acceptance to the camp.

At that time you will need to send in a deposit to confirm and guarantee your spot in the camp.

This deposit is a non-refundable deposit of $100.00, and goes towards

your overall camp fee. You will need to send in your check made out to “Intermountain Christian Camp” to

Intermountain Christian Camp, SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions,

108 Christian Church Camp Rd Fairfield, ID 83327

(Please indicate the name of the camper in the memo section of the check.)

Your deposit needs to be in no later than May 22th, 2020

Upon acceptance you will also receive some camp information, a map to the camp, personal questionnaire and a stuff to bring list.

***Please be aware that if you are accepted and come to the camp all the stuff you bring to camp will be gone through and inventoried.

Full payment: Accepted campers will also need to finish the registration process for camp and pay for the remaining amount of the camp cost $175.00. (Checks made out to “Intermountain Christian Camp”)

Send checks to: Intermountain Christian Camp,

SWAT- LEADERSHIP CAMP Admissions, 108 Christian Church Camp Rd

Fairfield, ID 83327

(Please indicate the name of the camper in the memo section of the check.)

Full payment will be due by June 5th, 2020 Other payments can be arranged and made prior to camp by contacting the camp director.

You can make the full payment at any time before June 7th You can also make a full payment of $275.00 on May 24th, which is the deposit date.

All arrangements and payments need to be made prior to the start of camp.

**Please understand that to be prepared on time for this camp we have to make a lot of

preparations and investments before the camp starts. Any canceling of attendance after June 1st may result in no refund. (If you have any questions about the refund policies please contact the camp director, Jeff Nichols.)

Camp Arrival: Double check to make sure you have all the essentials for the camp.

Camp registration is from 10:00am – 11:00am Saturday, June 13th, 2020 Please make arrangements to be there on time.

The camp will conclude on Saturday, June 20rd, 2020 at 6:00pm

Keep this Insert for all the important dates and deadlines. You can contact Jeff Nichols, the camp director, to arrange payments or if you

have any questions at 1(208) 934-4542 or jrnichols4@yahoo.com