Now that you’ve taken care of that, you might be wondering just what it is that you should pack. Here is basic list of necessities for you to refer to.

1. Bible. Very important. Highly useful. Basically the whole point.

2. Notebook, pens, tote. You will be taking notes. It will be awesome… promise.

3. Bedding. The cabins have mattresses but not much else, so you’ll need sheets & blankets, or sleeping bags and, of course, pillows.

4. Toiletries. You may have a private or shared bathroom, but either way, you’ll want to bring soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.  (Toilet paper, paper towels and hand soap are provided by the camp.)

5. Towels! You’ll need them for showers, also for swimming at the Balsam Creek pot holes, Shaver Lake and the camp’s own swimming hole with floating deck.

6. Sunscreen & Bug Spray. An absolute must. You’ll need more than you think!

7. Sturdy shoes. Camp Sierra is built on a mountain after all, and while the rugged paths and trails lend themselves to the picturesque atmosphere, flip-flops just aren’t going to cut it.

8. A Sweatshirt/Jacket. Yes, it’s the middle of summer. Yes, it will be crazy hot during the day. But in the mountains, the nights get pretty cool. You’ll be grateful for the warmth!

9. Flashlights. There aren’t any streetlamps out there in the woods. And once it gets dark, you’ll be wanting all the help you can get for walking to the chapel. You may want to bring batteries, too.

10. Socks/slippers. The cabins are pretty rustic! (Also, bring at least 3-4 extra pairs of socks. They’ll come in handy.)

11. Camera. We are making memories to last a lifetime! You need to record them. And then we can upload them to this site, and/or our facebook group.

12. Water bottle/travel mug. Okay, not strictly a necessity, but very useful all the same. The dining hall is closed between meals, and you just might get thirsty.

13. Dipes & Wipes. If you have little ones, it’s only fair to warn you that the closest place to buy them is Ken’s Market in the town of Shaver Lake, just about 8 miles away.

14. Your faith, questions, troubles and open heart. It’s been a long and troubled year. Take the time for renewal, spiritual refreshment, and christian fellowship.

Can’t wait to see you there!

New friendships, renewed friendships. Inner peace sought and found. Inner peace lost and regained. Relationship with Christ new, changed, broadened, deepened. Through it all, we pray.

And pray.

And pray some more.

Currently our Ashram prayer list is long, but oh-so worthy. Here are some recent additions:

At the top of the list is praise and blessings upon Christian Estabrook and his new bride, Katie. We are so happy for them, and Christian has promised photos of the wedding for all to share!

Jennie Swenson also requested your thoughts and prayers for her nephew Kenneth and family, in recovery from a terrible motorcycle accident.

Thanks and praise to God for his wonderful grace.

Susan asked for prayers for finances in order to do her ministry.

Christina asked for prayer that she will continue to have a job.

Reed let us know that Jenny is pregnant and asked for prayers.

Charity and Mike were stranded in Las Vegas and requested prayers for themselves and Ryan.

Earl would like prayer for our nation and our new President.

Tina requested prayer for her grandmother’s health.

Kory would like peace in regard to his new station, and the upcoming mover there.

Judy R. requested prayer for her husbands neck surgery, and for grandson Brent.

Beth asked for prayer for her husband who is having a medical procedure, and offered praise that her workman’s comp claim has finally been issued. She would also appreciate prayers for rain in her area.

Judy L. would like prayer for her women’s retreat, bible study and motherly duties.

Ron needs encouragement, and prayers for work.

Christian is looking for a part-time job, and is excited about his wedding to Katie.

Mike is requesting prayer for direction.

Jennie needs more Tupperware sales and help with her missions trip.

Nancy wasn’t feeling well, due to the flu, we pray for her swift recovery, and general well-being prayer for all other members of The Twelve who were unable to attend the last meeting.

As always, we pray for Louise.