By Lisa Stirtz, Volunteer Coordinator Changing colors of the leaves is a beautiful site as I drive into camp. The beauty of God is truly amazing every day. I am also in awe of the turkeys and deer as I wait for them to cross the road as I come into camp. Again,...
By Laura Stalder, Youth Programs Specialist The Family Campout was a great opportunity to spend quality time with family, try new activities, and unwind. The weekend kicked off with a Nebraska football watch party, and the kids quickly made new friends playing games...
By Laura Stalder, Youth Programs Specialist Fall Explore! Day was a great time for campers to come to camp for the day. We spent time getting to know each other while playing name games and other big group games. We jumped right into the challenge of the Forest...
By Allison Blatchford, Events & Communications Manager “Fore!” In its 15th year, the Kearney Camp Classic was a hit again this year! On Friday, August 16, 52 golfers teed off in an 18-hole scramble, to support both Carol Joy Holling & Sullivan Hills Camps....
By Korey Breutzmann, Director of Programs One of my favorite things about fall at camp is the programmed youth retreats that we provide. Our Youth Programs Specialist, Laura, does a great job at planning and executing exciting day or weekend retreats for youth to come...
By Bailey Neitzel, Summer Camp Director When parents, friends, and loved ones drive through Carol Joy Holling Camp, or Sullivan Hills Camp, they see the fun on high ropes, the laughter shared down by the lake, and the memories being made on a trail ride. But, the...
By Korey Breutzmann, Director of Programs One of my favorite parts of working at camp is watching the summer staff and the campers getting an opportunity to be the truest version of themselves. Something about camp gives people the chance to leave behind the masks we...
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.” - Psalm 139:14 My favorite time of the year is winter. I love the falling of snow and the look of God’s creation when snow sits on all the trees, bushes, and...