2009 Christmas Greetings From Camp Indianola

2009 Christmas Greetings From Camp Indianola
The Changing Tide		Camp Favorite From Coleen's Kitchen
On one hand any reference to “cycles of life” or “ rhythms of nature” would seem to be abstract concepts… on the other hand, here at Camp Indianola, with our natural surroundings of Puget Sound waterfront, wetlands and forest, we experience and observe first hand a variety of ongoing changes. It is time to reflect and rejoice on this past year’s ministry at this special place, Camp Indianola. Several thousand children, youth and adults spent significant time here in 2009, participating in meaningful educational, recreational and spiritual activities. We saw a very low overall attendance in our United Methodist Summer Camp programs due to the trickle down of a slow economy. However, much of our year-round operation held steady. The volunteers and staff of Camp Indianola have proven to be resourceful in “ever striving” to be good stewards while providing quality programs and experiences. God’s presence is clearly evident to me during the changing tide of people , plants and animals that pass through Camp Indianola each year. We celebrate a year ending and prepare to embrace the year to come. May the message of Christ’s Birth bring you Peace, Hope, Love and Joy. Merry Christmas, Pete Simpson - Director		Chocolate Fudgy Wombats Bottom and topping: 1 c. butter 2 c. brown sugar (packed) 2 egg 2 t. vanilla 2½ c. flour 1 t. baking soda 1 t. salt 3 c. rolled oats Chocolate layer: 2 c. chocolate chips (12oz) 2 T. butter 1 can sweetened condensed milk(14oz) ¼ t. salt 1 t. vanilla 1 c. chopped nuts (optional) Cream together 1 c. butter and the brown sugar in a large bowl. Beat in the eggs and 2t. vanilla. Sift the flour, baking soda and salt. Add the oats. Combine the two mixtures and pat 2/3 of it into a 9x13 pan. Over low heat combine the chocolate chips, 2T butter, condensed milk and ½ t. salt. Stir until smooth. Add 1 t. vanilla and the nuts. Spread over the oat mixture. Dot with the remaining oat mix. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes. Let cool and cut into squares. Enjoy!
THANK YOU! Appreciations all around for another summer camp season well done! To all the campers young and old for participating, we sincerely hope that you had meaningful, fun and Spirit-filled time at Camp Indianola. To all the parents, grandparents, and friends of campers, you provided loving support and encouragement. To all the volunteer camp deans, cabin leaders and program support folks that give so much of their time, energy, and love toward our summer ministry. Camp Indianola 2009 operations, support and program staff... We had a great team! Sincerely, Pete Simpson		August 2 – 8^th, 2009 Camp Indianola participated with The Suquamish Tribe – 2009 Tribal Canoe Journey, as one of several hosting locations. Working together with our UM Conference Ethnic and Multicultural Development Ministries, it was made possible to gift the use of our camp facilities and grounds to the Suquamish Tribe as they met the challenge of providing week- long housing for all Canoe Journey participants and their families. Camp Indianola is located within the boundaries of the Port Madison Reservation and this site is enriched with the heritage of the Suquamish People.