Stories from Camp:
Stories from campers and staff about their camp experiences at Rock-N-Water. Including devotionals, staff spotlights, and poems or songs from the campers and staff of Rock-N-Water.
Have you ever had an adventure that turned into a misadventure? Well, today I want to tell you a story... It's not an epic story of adventure, but rather a story of an unfortunate misadventure. But it was an adventure nonetheless, and it's a day I'll never forget. Let's start at the beginning. It was [...]
Everyone’s face was illuminated by the warm glow of the fire. A group of about twenty people sat in a circle around a campfire. Everyone was tired after a full day of adventuring and with bellies full of a delicious camp meal. Stories from the day’s outing circulated around the campfire and laughter filled the [...]
By James Asselin, River guide and worshipper of Jesus During one of my first summers working at Rock-N-Water I was, to put it lightly, smacked in the face with God’s love. That summer I entered into a community of people who trust in God and build their lives upon the belief that they are, [...]
As you climb out from the back seat of the car you caught a ride in on your way to the 49er Fun field trip, you’re greeted with a scene that is new to you. Amidst the fresh greenery of springtime in the Sierra Nevada foothills, you see some odd folks who are dressed like [...]
Panning for gold Never gets old, When you are at Rock-N-Water. Singing at the campfire, Lifts love and worship higher. And that’s not even half the fun! […]
The cool breeze of the night brushing up against my face, along with the radiating warmth of the campfire encapsulated me in a state of complete tranquility as I sat on a bench, listening to the worship songs. The subtle chirping of crickets in the trees and the gentle strum of a guitar further enriched [...]
The water was stunning once I had a chance to look at it. It flowed peacefully, meandering, creating its own world. Not a droplet strayed from the path, joining together to create a gorgeous river. Slush, slush, slush. The liquid shimmered, casting the sun’s heavenly rays far and for all to see. Though clear, it [...]
I forced myself to look at the rushing water below my feet. White and unforgiving, the water had no way to see past the swirling surface. In the back of my mind, I recalled the line of people waiting behind me, but the thought was drowned out by the roar of the small waterfall before [...]
Today, we arrived at Rock-N-Water! I was so excited but a little nervous because it was my first camping trip! We arrived at the meeting place. We played a few games and ate lunch. Camp was off to a great start! After that, we were assigned to some groups. I was in Charlotte’s group. We [...]
We hiked out into an area of relative desolation, and returned having discovered new brothers and sisters in Christ. […]