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Welcome to our December newsletter!

 

We are in the second most magical time of the year and we hope everyone is staying nice and warm! CRG Volunteer Applications will be opening in mid-January! Watch your next volunteer newsletter and social media for the application! Recruit three or more volunteers, and receive a special sweatshirt! 

 

Keep shining!  — Stacie, Volunteer Manager

 

Mark Your Calendars for 2023!

 

Leadership Training: January 21

Volunteer Training: May 13

Spring Family Camp: May 18-21

Youth Oncology Camp: June 10-16

Teen Oncology Camp: June 17-23

Sibling Camp: June 24-30

Fall Family Camp: September 28-October 1

 

Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Events!

  • Share Your Heart Ball (Sun Valley)
    • February 18 (Different shifts available)
    • Breaks and food included
    • Variety of shifts and responsibilities
    • You will need to find your own accommodations
  • Sun's Hockey Game (Hailey)
    • February 25 and 26
    • Four volunteers per day
    • Help with tickets, merchandise, and our booth
 

Wanted: Event Team Members

 

Start your new year off with our event team! We are looking for volunteers who would help out at 1-2 events each month in the Treasure Valley, share about CRG, and engage with the public! Please contact stacie@camprainbowgold.org if you are interested!

 

 

Join the Volunteer Book Club! 

 

Get together with other CRG volunteers AND enjoy snacks and books!  

 

Dates and books of future meetings:

  • February 11, 2023 - Camp by L.C Rosen 
  • April 22, 2023 - Camp Training by Jon Gordon

Please email Stacie - stacie@camprainbowgold.org if you are interested in joining!

 

If you would like to learn more about leadership training, or have any questions about volunteer events, camp dates, or upcoming opportunities — email Stacie at stacie@camprainbowgold.org.

 

Meet and hear from Paul and Lisa!

Read Paul's story, of how he and his family got involved with CRG, and enjoy the memories he shares about his time at Sibling Camp. 

Lisa Tener is our 2023 Sibling and Spring Family Camp Director. She wanted to share some of the common words you'll hear

at Camp!

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Happy Camper Corner! 

Each month, we'll share some news from prominent camping associations or tips and tricks for our counselors. This month enjoy two articles shared on the ACA website.

The Restorative Powers of Nature

An interview of Florence Williams, the author of The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier and More Creative, focuses on why Florence choose to go into environmental journalism and her relationship with nature.  

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The Psychology of Camper Success

Andrew Watson looks at how a camper's mindset can influence their experience at camp and how to help campers develop a growth-mindset and build self-esteem. Read more to learn what to focus on when giving feedback and how summer camp is a great place to help campers practice these skills.

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According to the ACA Camp Crisis Hotline, mental health issues were a large concern at camps this year. If you or a loved one are struggling please reach out and know that you matter a great deal to our CRG community.

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Blake's Bulletin

Hidden Paradise has gone full winter wonderland! There have been coyote and fox tracks and many rabbits to chase! We got 18" of snow in a day and a half and the plow has been working hard!

 

Learn more about Hidden Paradise at healingidaho.org! 

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Want to get a jump start on planning for camp?

Check out our volunteer manual! 

2022 VOLUNTEER MANUAL
 

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