Love your Mother (Earth) Retreat
Date: April 19-21, 2024
Cost: Lodging and meals by donation.
We all need to be outside more. Whether it is a five minute walk, resting by a stream, or a new year’s goal to hike more - nature tells us who we are and whose we are. Join us this weekend for a 5K walk through nature as it springs to life, some Bible study, tree planting and an engaging session on how practicing our role in caring for our home. We only have one planet - this weekend is designed to help us appreciate and take ideas home to live more faithfully as a steward of it.
There is not a set fee for this weekend retreat. Please attend and donate as you are able to offset the cost of lodging and meals. The Happy Camper Fun Run 5K registration is separate. All proceeds for the 5K benefit Summer Camp Scholarships.
Suggested Donation:
$50/room or cabin
$40/person - 4 meals (breakfast/lunch/supper/breakfast)
$20/(under 10) - 4 meals (breakfast/lunch/supper/breakfast)
All are welcome! Register online or call the office.
Happy Camper Fun Run - 5K Campership Fundraiser
April 20, 2024
Cost: $50/participant
Run/Walk at home virtually or come to Sequanota and choose one of two race course options (road and trail). Grab a pledge form and ask friends and family to sponsor you as you sprint, skip, shimmy, swim, bike, canoe, roller blade, walk, or hike for Sequanota. Cabins will be available to rent for the weekend.
PROCEEDS WILL PROVIDE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS THIS SUMMER.
Our big goal is to raise $6,000 from this 5K to fund 15 Bring a Friend Free scholarships. Encourage your local congregation, youth group, or family to participate with you.
Spring Benefit Dinner May 3, 2024
Suggested donation of $60/person
4:45 PM Tours of camp
5:30 PM Appetizers & Trivia Time
6:00 PM Dinner
6:30 PM Entertainment & Annual Report
An evening of fellowship to support camp and raise money to help kids attend summer camp. Three meal options for those attending in person: two meat options, one vegetarian. Please choose one when RSVP-ing. If you are unable to attend in person but would like to hear a camp update, please join us on Zoom for summer staff introductions, camp songs, and the annual report presentation.
Spring Work Day Saturday May 11, 2024; starts at 9 AM
Main Camp Dining Hall
Cost: Free and includes lunch.
Grab your work gloves and a sturdy pair of shoes to help prepare camp for the upcoming season. Contact the camp office for more information or to let us know how many volunteers to expect.
Mother's Day Banquet
Sunday, May 12, 2024
2 Seatings: 11:30 AM or 1:30 PM -- Reservations required
Cost: Free will donation.
This tradition has been happening for over 15 years at camp. We all want to go out and celebrate together, but the restaurants wait lines can be long. Bring your mom and your whole family to camp. We have two seatings 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. We can handle big and small families. Call for a reservation and your table will be waiting for you. Afterwards go for a hike or sit around and enjoy the day under a shade tree telling stories. Contact the camp office to make a reservation for your group. RSVP: (814) 629-6627
Summer Pool Passes June - August 2024
Cost: $100/individual or $175/family
Pool passes will be valid June 10, 2024 - August 9, 2024.
- The pool will be open most days from 1:00 - 5:00 PM. but will be adjusted for swimming lessons or other events as needed.
- July 15-18 and July 21-26 the pool will be closed for open swim.
- Daily sign in will be required.
- Adults will be required to obtain and submit free background checks prior to using the pool when summer camp is in session.
The Tend Festival: (Formerly the Well Festival)
June 20-23, 2024
Where are you filling up your faith? As the church begins to shift to live in our new post-Christian culture. God’s people still need a place to be inspired and grow in our faith. It is hard to do weekly Sunday school or Bible study. Come to the Tend Festival to share in intentional time of faith discussions, good music, art, worship, ecology and fellowship. We all still need community support and nurture and this event has been a great way to find that community. This event will have an open schedule allowing participants the freedom to pick what is right for them. It will include options for multiple workshops, open recreation & hiking, food and time to refresh yourself and the family. More information about the event and workshop topics will be released in February 2024.
Golf Benefit Tournament
August 19, 2024
Cost: A donation of $125 per person or $500 per foursome.
All golfers regardless of age or skill ability are invited to play in the annual golf benefit. The benefit will take place at the Summit Country Club on Cresson Mountain just off Route 22. Registration is from 9:00 - 9:45 AM, Shotgun Tee-off is at 10:00 AM (rain or shine), and dinner and cash bar begins at 4:00 PM. Your donation includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, refreshments and dinner. Please consider taking a day to connect with a few friends outdoors and make a difference in the lives of all Sequanota campers.
To register: Call the office (814) 629-6627 or email contact@sequanota.com with the names of the golfers on your team. (If needed, we can find you a team.) The golf donation can be made during registration on the day of the tournament.
Canoe the NY Adirondacks
Dates: TBD: 4-5 days between August 21-28 , 2024
Are you looking for a way to challenge yourself, see the natural world and experience God? This trip might just be for you! Pr. Nathan will be leading a small group of adults on an overnight canoeing trip. We will gather at Sequanota on August 21st in the afternoon to pack up our gear and leave on August 22 to travel to upstate New York. We will canoe 4-5 days and camp along the route. We will then travel back to Sequanota to share stories. Cost of trip will include canoes, paddles, life jackets and food during the canoe trip. Limit of 7 people on this trip.
Register online or call/email the office with your group details. (814) 629-6627 or contact@sequanota.com
Trail Clean Up
September 14, 2024
"Into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul." John Muir
Come and help maintain camp’s 20+ hiking trails and enjoy a day in the woods. Everyone is welcome to make a weekend of it just to rest and renew your spirit. Nothing else is planned. There will be lots of chain saws needed for this project. Reserve a cabin for the full weekend, one night, or just come for the day on Saturday.
Register online or call/email the office with your group details. (814) 629-6627 or contact@sequanota.com
IGNITE - Fall Youth Retreat
September 28-29, 2024
Cost: $50 (Grades 2nd - 8th)
Reconnect with camp friends for an overnight retreat at camp. Camp looks different in the fall. Come check it out! The retreat is for grades 2-8. Invite a friend along for the weekend. Scholarships available. All are welcome! Register online through the parent dashboard.
Adult Day Workshop
Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Bowersox Center
Cost: $10 includes lunch.
Bring a bible (any translation) and a pen or pencil. Dress comfortably. Faith & Art Series. Title: TBA. Please register with the office by calling (814) 629-6627 or email contact@sequanota.com.
Breakfast with Santa
December 7, 2024 from 9 AM - 11 AM
Main Camp Dining Hall
Cost: Free will donation
This intergenerational family event will share the story of St. Nicholas and explore what it means to live in generosity as Christians at 10:00 AM. Families can enjoy breakfast and an opportunity to talk with Santa. Kids can play games, color picture, frost cookies, or decorate a craft while waiting for their turn with Santa. Parents may bring a camera and take their own pictures.
2024 Events
New Year's Day Hike
January 1, 2024 at 10 AM
Main Camp Dining Hall
As the new year begins reduce your stress with a beautiful walk in the woods at camp. Meet at the Dining Hall, there will be Hot Cocoa following the hike. RSVP online to let us know you're planning to come along.
IGNITE - Youth Retreat
January 27-28, 2024 (Sat 11:00 AM - Sunday 1:30 PM)
Cost: $50 (Grades 2nd - 8th)
Snow, fun, faith and friends are the major themes for an overnight retreat at camp. The retreat is for grades 2-8. Invite a friend along for the weekend. Scholarships available. Register online through the parent dashboard.
Snow Camp - Jr. & Sr. High Youth Retreat
February 2-4, 2024
Cost: $90 (Grades 6th - 12th)
Youth from across the region gather for a weekend of faith forming fun! Fun is the biggest theme of the weekend. Come and join kids your age as we enjoy the winter season, learn about God’s love for you and hang out together. Accommodations in the winterized stone cabins. All are welcome! Register online through the parent dashboard from December 15 - January 21.
Pastors & Congregational Youth Leaders - get info for your congregation to participate by emailing alleghenysynodfaithformation@gmail.com.
Sustain - An Adult Retreat
Date: February 9-11, 2024
Bowersox Center
Cost: $170 (double occupancy)/ $210 (single occupancy): includes 2 nights lodging & 5 meals
This weekend retreat has been created to provide adults a weekend to engage their faith for the journey of life. The church we grew up in is shrinking. This raises our anxiety and causes us to question “what is happening and where is God?” We all need to be sustained in our love and trust in God. This weekend is for all adults. Please consider joining us for the weekend of study, rest and friendship. The book study will include “When the Church Stops Working” by Andrew Root and Blair Bertrand.
All are welcome! Register online or call the office.
Tuesday Lenten Bible Study on Zoom
Dates: February 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Join Pr. Nathan & Pr. Kevin Shock for a study of the book Manna & Mercy by Daniel Erlander. We will meet weekly on Zoom to explore God’s story intertwining in our story.
Manna and Mercy is a book about God--more specifically, the God of the Bible who is present and active in human history and in our lives today. Through his distinctive illustrations and hand-lettered text, Erlander conveys the continuity of God’s covenant of life, justice, and inclusion to all people and all of creation.
A handful of books are available for $15 at the Sequanota office. Please call or email to reserve your copy.
All are welcome!
Young Adult Retreat
Date: March 22-24, 2024
Bowersox Center
Cost: $50 (Young Adults: 18 - thirty-something)
This weekend retreat is intended for young adults ages 18-35+ years old. It is time to gather with peers and discuss living life as young adults. This year’s topic will focus on technology and life. My phone never seems to rest, it is always beeping and dinging. Our devices seem to pull us into the “always on” world. How can we live with technology and have a life for ourselves. Please come join the conversation as we seek ways forward together. Join us for board games, faith discussion, food and plenty of laughter.
All are welcome! Register online or call the office.
Adult Day Workshop *cancelled due to scheduling conflicts*
Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Bowersox Center
Cost: $10 includes lunch.
Join us for a day of Bible study and lunch. Faith & Art Series: Title is TBD. Bring a bible (any translation) and a pen or pencil. Dress comfortably. Please register with the office by calling (814) 629-6627 or email contact@sequanota.com.