BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Lutheran Outdoor Ministries - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Lutheran Outdoor Ministries X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Lutheran Outdoor Ministries REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Costa_Rica BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20251024T161809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T161809Z UID:12438-1769731200-1770076799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:ELCA Youth Ministry Network Extravaganza DESCRIPTION:Extravaganza is about faith formation. Extravaganza is about helping you in your ministry. Extravaganza is about renewal\, education and connection…. \nExtravaganza is a four day leadership event for ELCA congregational leaders in children’s\, youth\, young adult and outdoor ministry. \nhttps://www.elcaymnet.org/ext26 URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/elca-youth-ministry-network-extravaganza/ LOCATION:St. Louis\, MO END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20251024T161241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T161241Z UID:12431-1768348800-1768607999@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:ACA Women In Camp Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Women in Camp Summit\, where a vibrant community of camp professionals will come together to learn\, connect\, and grow. This event is crafted to empower you as a woman in the camp industry\, providing the space for meaningful conversations\, professional development\, and new relationships. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills\, share your experiences\, or enjoy the company of others who share your passion\, WICS is the place to be. \nhttps://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/women-camp-summit-2026 URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/aca-women-in-camp-summit/ LOCATION:Rosemont\, IL END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20251120T180739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T212647Z UID:12494-1768176000-1768435199@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM East Territory Gathering DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lom-east-territory-gathering-2025/ LOCATION:Sequanota END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250602T234301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T161044Z UID:12079-1762819200-1762905599@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM Day at Lutheridge during the OMC Great Gathering DESCRIPTION:LOM Day at Lutheridge During the OMC Great Gathering \nA special treat awaits all of us who will be participating in the OMC Great Gathering. On Tuesday\, November 11\, we will be celebrating the 20th Anniversary of LOM being a legally incorporated organization. \nOn Tuesday\, November 11\, with box lunches provided by the Great Gathering\, all of us LOM folks will be boarding coaches that have been reserved for the short ride to Lutheridge\, one of the NovusWay sites. We will be having the LOM Annual Meeting\, the Annual Awards Banquet\, the Annual Auction\, and throughout\, commemorating the past 20 years of LOM with a look into the next 20 years! \nBecause of the support from our sponsors – MIF\, Portico\, Seminaries of the ELCA\, ELCA Foundation\, and GSB – there will be no extra expense for all who are enrolled for the OMC Great Gathering. It’s going to be a great bonus experience for everyone going to the Great Gathering! \nEven though all of this event will be free for all participants\, we ask that you sign up for the event and for the charter coach transportation. \nSign Up Here \n  \n\n\nMajor Sponsors of LOM Day at Lutheridge During the OMC Great Gathering URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lutheran-day-at-lutheridge-during-the-omc-great-gathering/ LOCATION:Lutheridge\, Arden\, NC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T135405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T000722Z UID:10991-1762646400-1763078399@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:The OMC Great Gathering DESCRIPTION:The last several years have brought challenges for camp\, retreat\, and outdoor ministries. Ranging from the pandemic to changing cultural trends\, from economic challenges to denominational evolution\, it is clear we are tasked to REIMAGINE. From how we gather and connect to who we serve and how to reach them\, from best practices to undreamt innovation\, listening and acting accordingly as God continues to make all things new is more important than ever. \nJoin together with ecumenical outdoor ministry professionals to joys\, share in losses\, and challenge each other to grow\, all while supporting each other as we MAKE A WAY IN THE WILDERNESS.  \nThe second ever Outdoor Ministries Connection Great Gathering is happening in November 2025.  We hope you will lend your voice and your presence as we REIMAGINE and MAKE A WAY IN THE WILDERNESS.  \nRegistration is now open. \nLearn More URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/the-omc-great-gathering-2025/ LOCATION:Lake Junaleska\, NC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20251024T161602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T161612Z UID:12436-1762437600-1762441200@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Online ACA Insights From the 2025 ACA Crisis Hotline DESCRIPTION:No camp is immune to crisis — the question is\, are you ready when it happens? This webinar reveals key trends from the ACA Crisis Hotline and shows you how to prepare your camp\, equip your staff\, and respond with confidence. Ideal for camp directors\, executive leaders\, program managers\, and risk management teams\, this discussion provides actionable tools\, strategies\, and staff training resources to keep your camp strong when the unexpected strikes. \nAttend live to ask questions and engage with the presenters\, or watch the recording at your convenience\, available for 30 days following the live event. \nhttps://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/insights-2025-aca-crisis-hotline URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/online-aca-insights-from-the-2025-aca-crisis-hotline/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T135034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T171808Z UID:10985-1762300800-1762732799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM Leadership Training Event (LTE) DESCRIPTION:Join us for the LOM Learning Training Events. The LTE is professional development for outdoor ministry leaders. The purpose of the LTE is to provide an entry-level educational opportunity for outdoor ministry professionals. The LTE helps to develop well-trained\, committed\, and diverse outdoor ministry professionals; enhance the quality of outdoor ministry programs; support professionals through formal and information learning; and assist in the retention of professionals in the network. \nMore about LTE: https://www.lomnetwork.org/lte/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/leadership-training-event/ LOCATION:Lutheridge\, Arden\, NC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250222T160357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T172258Z UID:11868-1761750000-1761750000@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parents in LOM DESCRIPTION:We as professionals in outdoor ministry plan for and take care of so many kids year-round! But how do we balance that with caring for our own kids? Join us for a Parents in LOM Zoom on Wednesday\, October 29 at 3:00 pm (ET). We will follow up our spring conversation with a debrief and discussion of what camp looked like for you this past summer: work/family balance\, childcare\, schedules\, and “camp kid” life. \nOther topics and questions are welcome. If you have any questions or topics to add to the conversation\, please email Diana Edelblute at diana@mar-lu-ridge.org. We look forward to this camp family community conversation! \nIf you are interested in joining this Zoom meeting\, please register here:\n(there is no registration fee; the Zoom link will be provided in the confirmation of your registration) \n\n\n\n\n\nParents in LOM Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Name\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Email\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Cell Phone\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n Camp / Outdoor Ministry Site\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n Position at Camp / Outdoor Ministry Site\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n Captcha\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \nSubmit\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n If you are human\, leave this field blank. \n \n \n \n\n\n\nΔ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/parents-in-lom-zoom/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T140000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250903T191326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T191724Z UID:12300-1758636000-1758636000@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM Webinar with Sacred Playgrounds DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 23\n2 Eastern\, 1 Central\, 12 Mountain\, 11 Pacific \nRecommendations\, Suggestions and Ideas for Maximizing the Effectiveness of the Directors Survey – LOM Findings Report – Using the report to build advocacy among – \n\nCamp leaders\nAssociation and individual camp Boards of Directors\nChurch body leadership\nRegional/judicatory leaders\nDonors\, supporters\, and granting organizations\nCamp summer staff\n\nThe webinar is free. Register here to get the zoom link:\nhttps://www.lomnetwork.org/registration/lom-webinar-with-sacred-playgrounds/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lom-webinar-with-sacred-playgrounds/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250811T170123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T170221Z UID:12184-1757937600-1757937600@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LTE Event Q&A DESCRIPTION:🌟 Are you curious about the Leadership Training Event (LTE) and how it can impact your ministry? Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a returning leader\, this webinar will give you the inside scoop on what to expect and how LTE can shape your outdoor ministry journey. Ecumenical partners are encouraged to join the conversation and sign up for the event! \n📅 Date: September 15\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 12:00 pm EST\, 11 am CST\, 10 am MST\, 9 am PST \n📍 Location: Online (link provided upon registration)\n🔗 Register Now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hbHMCMa-R2OQfKixjwpwYg  \nWhat You’ll Gain from This Webinar:\n🎯 How LTE Can Transform Your Ministry – A panel discussion featuring past attendees sharing their biggest takeaways and how LTE has influenced their leadership\, program planning\, and ministry effectiveness. \n🙋‍♀️ First-Timer’s Guide to LTE – Not sure if LTE is right for you? We’ll walk you through the event experience\, key sessions\, and how to make the most of your time at LTE. \n💬 Real Stories\, Real Impact – Hear from outdoor ministry professionals who attended LTE in past years and left with new skills\, fresh perspectives\, and a deeper sense of purpose. \n📢 LIVE Q&A – Bring your questions! Our panelists and LTE leaders will be available to answer anything you want to know about the event. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with outdoor ministry professionals and learn why LTE is a game-changer for leaders like you! \n📌 Spots are limited\, so register today!\n🔗 Register for the LTE here: https://www.lomnetwork.org/lte-registration/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lte-event-qa/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.lomnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Post-5-Speaker-Nathan-Pile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250416T231151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T231239Z UID:12039-1745845200-1745845200@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:ACA Character Matters: Running Camp in a Polarized World DESCRIPTION:From ACA: \nAre you wondering what you might see from campers\, staff\, parents\, and other camp stakeholders this summer as a result of our current polarized world? While your stakeholders all likely believe in your camp’s mission\, they may bring a wide range of perspectives to camp.  Managing conversations and behavior thoughtfully this summer is more important than ever. \nThis isn’t a political event—it’s a practical conversation about preparing for potential challenges that might arise this summer with campers and staff. Hear from an interfaith panel of camp professionals focused on character-building. Walk away with real tips you can use in your organization. All are welcome. Join us. \nLearn more & register: https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/character-matters-running-camp-polarized-world URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/aca-character-matters-running-camp-in-a-polarized-world/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250411 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250114T012909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T013410Z UID:11782-1744070400-1744329599@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Program Share-A-Thon / Optional LOM Curriculum Intensive DESCRIPTION:April 8\, Check-In between 1:30-3:00 pm – April 10\, conclusion 1:30 pm;\nOptional LOM Curriculum Intensive\, April 10-11\, 3:00 pm – 1:30 PM \n\nCost $99 for Double Occupancy\, $149 for Single\, and an additional $60 for the Curriculum Intensive\nLocation: Sugar Creek Bible Camp\, 13141 Sugar Creek Bible Camp Rd\, Ferryville\, WI 54628\nPrimary Lodging: Koinonia Lodge (https://www.sugarcreekbiblecamp.org/rental-facilities/)\nRegistration: https://forms.gle/W9w5747yCLyxPNc59\nOpen to all staff positions from all LOM territories & to friends outside of LOM. URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/program-share-a-thon/ LOCATION:Sugar Creek Bible Camp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Costa_Rica:20250405T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Costa_Rica:20250405T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250226T164410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T170954Z UID:11894-1743845400-1743868800@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:EcoFaith Summit: Earth's Cries\, Earth's Call DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\nat First Lutheran Church in Duluth and Online\n9:30am – 5:00pm (see the plan for the day here)\nFree Childcare Provided​​ \nThe ever-increasing cries of creation in crisis could easily overwhelm us. \nInstead let them serve as a clarion call to help bring life out of potential death\, to help give renewed birth to all creation\, to all creatures including ourselves. \nMore Info & Register URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/ecofaith-summit-earths-cries-earths-call/ LOCATION:First Lutheran Church in Duluth and Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20241022T203501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T010915Z UID:11598-1743379200-1743724799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Executive Directors Gathering DESCRIPTION:Storytelling for Impact\n“So Faith comes from what is heard\, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ”\n(Romans 10:17) \nRegister Now \nWhen you are on a fitness journey\, you can work out at home\, sure. Sometimes it will be a decent workout. Other times it will be packed with distractions\, forcing yourself to keep going\, and lack of confidence that you are doing the right things. OR\, you can go to a gym and workout\nwhere you have time to focus\, a coach to help you get the right movements and reps\, and the confidence that you are spending your time well. \nThat’s what this retreat is all about. NOT a physical workout\, but a storytelling exercise. With guided facilitation\, tons of resources\, and support\, you will learn\, create stories\, and practice sharing them. When you leave\, you’ll have the confidence you need to share a sermon\, present to your stakeholders\, write your next fundraising letter\, and so much more. \nJoin fellow executive directors for a retreat focused on the power of storytelling. “Storytelling for Impact” will equip you with the skills and confidence to craft compelling narratives that resonate with your audience\, enhance your ministry’s message\, and deepen the connection with your community. Through guided workshops\, collaborative exercises\, and peer support\, you’ll learn to embrace the essential components of impactful storytelling. Together\, we will explore how to shape stories that reflect the unique context of your camp or ministry\, while offering opportunities to practice and refine your storytelling technique in a supportive environment. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the key elements of effective storytelling\, including problem development\, emotional engagement\, and clear solutions and calls to action.\nExplore the role of storytelling in advancing your ministry’s mission and vision.\nPractice crafting stories that inspire action and build deeper relationships with supporters\, campers\, and staff.\nLearn how to tailor stories to different audiences\, from donors and stakeholders to campers and community members.\n\nActionable Steps You’ll Leave With: \n\nA polished\, ready-to-use story that conveys the impact of your ministry in a powerful way.\nA step-by-step framework for creating stories that align with your ministry’s goals and audience needs.\nPractical tips for incorporating storytelling into your communications strategy\,   fundraising efforts\, and leadership presentations.\n\nAnd\, in addition to all of this… • Deepened relationships with other executive directors throughout the Lutheran outdoor ministry network. • Rest and renewal because of time away from normal routines and because of relaxing time spent with colleagues whose work experience is similar to our own. • Renewed enthusiasm and inspiration for the work that lies ahead. • Fun!  \nOur Presenter\n \nCasey Fuerst has worked with camp leaders for 25+ years to support them in strong messaging\, effective strategic marketing planning\, strength-based crisis communication\, and consistent marketing execution. Casey is a certified StoryBrand Guide and uses this framework to tell stories that are simple\, memorable\, and powerful. Casey owns and operates Tic Tac Toe Marketing. Prior to starting this business\, she served for 18 years as the Director of Marketing and Leadership Development for Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries.   \nOur Devotional Leaders \nRalph Yernberg\, former director of Good Earth Village (MN)\, Imago Dei Village (WI)\, and Sky Ranch (CO). Recipient of the 2023 Manlove-Howells Leadership Award.  \nMargie Fiedler\, executive director\, Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp. Territory coordinator\, LOM West Territory \nOur Music Leader \nJesse Klosterboer\, executive director\, Sugar Creek Bible Camp. \nPartner Ministry Presenter \nRev. Todd Buegler\, executive director\, ELCA Youth Ministry Network \n\nSCHEDULE \nMonday\, March 31\, 2025 \n1:00 pm – First shuttle trip leaves MSP Airport for Camp Wapo. \n3:00 pm – Final shuttle trip leaves MSP Airport for Camp Wapo. \n2:30-4:45 pm – Registration; Settle in; Mingle; Good chat time. \n5:00 pm – Opening Session – Welcome and community building \n6:15 pm – Dinner \n7:15 pm – Introduction of the theme and the facilitators – a preview of our time together.   \n8:15 pm – Worship led by Margie Fiedler\, followed by –  \nAround 9:00 pm – Fellowship  \n  \nTuesday\, April 1\, 2025 \n8:30 am – Breakfast  \n9:15 am – Morning devotions led by Ralph Yernberg \n9:30 am – Morning session facilitated by Casey Fuerst \n12:30 pm – Lunch  \n1:15 pm – Tour of Camp Wapo  \n2:30 pm – Afternoon session – the stresses and strains that we are wrestling with. \n4:00 pm – Free time  \n6:00 pm – Dinner  \n7:00 pm – Ideas to Share\, facilitated by Don Johnson – “This is something that worked out great for our  \ncamp during the past year!”  \n9:00 pm – Evening devotions followed by \nAround 9:30 pm – Fellowship  \n  \nWednesday\, April 2\, 2025 \n8:30 am – Breakfast  \n9:15 am – Morning devotions   \n9:30 am – Morning session facilitated Casey Fuerst \n12:00 pm – Lunch   \n1:15 pm – Afternoon session facilitated by Todd Buegler\, executive director\, ELCA Youth Ministry  \n                   Network “The Burning Issues for Youth Directors Today and how they Intersect with the  \n                   Resources provided by Outdoor Ministry” \n2:45 pm – Break \n3:00 pm – Burning Issues LOM \n                   The Immediate Future  \n                   Beyond the Immediate Future  \n4:00 pm – Free time  \n6:30 pm – Dinner  \n8:00 pm – Evening Closing Session facilitated by Casey Fuerst – “What Are We Taking Home?” \n9:15 pm – Closing worship\, followed by Evaluation Forms\, and then  \nAround 10:00 pm – Fellowship  \n  \nThursday\, April 3\, 2025 \n6:00 am – First Departure to MSP \n8:00 am – Breakfast at Wapo  \n8:30 am – Second Departure to MSP  \n9:00am – Earliest time to schedule a flight departure from MSP \n9:30 am –Final Departure to airport \n\nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nSingle Occupancy: $550/participant \nDouble Occupancy: $500/participant \nMSP Airport Shuttle Service: $35/participant \nScholarships of up to $250 are available. Download the form. \nRegistration online: https://www.lomnetwork.org/executive-directors-gathering-registration/ \nRegistration deadline: March 1\, 2025 \n\nTHE PLANNING TEAM \nDon Johnson\, LOM Executive Director\, has been joined by our LOM Territory Coordinators: \nWest – Margie Fiedler\, executive director\, Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp (MT) \nWestern Midwest – Joel Abenth\, director of donor engagement\, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran     \n                                    Bible Camp\, Inc. (WI) \nEastern Midwest – Eric Knueve\, executive director\, Bethel Horizons (WI)  \nEast – Deb Roberts\, executive director\, Lutherlyn (PA) URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/executive-directors-gathering-2025/ LOCATION:Camp Wapo\, Amery\, WI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250226T163846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165918Z UID:11890-1742911200-1742914800@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:ACA Online Session: “Cultural Appropriation – What you need to know” DESCRIPTION:Learn from a panel of Camp Professionals who are Native American and allies will address the issue of cultural appropriation at Camp and what you can do to bring awareness and guidance to prevent cultural appropriation.  Strategies and Tools will be shared to help in the process.    \nMore Info & Register URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/aca-online-session-cultural-appropriation-what-you-need-to-know/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250315 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20241028T180405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T184941Z UID:11616-1741651200-1741996799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Compass Points - Program Design and Implementation DESCRIPTION:About the Course \nProgram is the most important facet of outdoor ministry. From determining the need for a program to evaluating the final product\, today’s camp and retreat leaders need to be knowledgeable in how programs are designed and implemented. This course will focus on an overview of human growth and development in relation to outdoor ministry\, and will look at program models and how they serve as an extension of a ministry’s mission statement. Participants will also study how our summer programs can be part of a year-round ministry.This course will be held at Columbia Theological Seminary (near Atlanta\, Georgia) and will be taught by Dr. Kathy Dawson and Joel Winchip\, faculty members of Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur\, GA. \nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \n\nIdentify the characteristics that differentiate program structures\nAnalyze the progression we find in program offerings\nConsider how their program is portrayed through their marketing image.\n\nMore info: http://www.compasspointsprogram.org/upcoming-courses-fall2024/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/compass-points-program-design-and-implementation-2/ LOCATION:Columbia Theological Seminary (near Atlanta\, Georgia) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T140000 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250226T163337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T163937Z UID:11883-1741266000-1741269600@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:ACA Online Session: “Federal Energy Tax Credits and Incentives for Nonprofit Organizations” DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of certain Federal tax energy credits for businesses and related incentives for nonprofit organizations.  The session will include an update on how the Inflation Reduction Act has modified how these incentives will be paid to tax-exempt organizations and explain how these developments have created opportunity for exempt organizations to receive direct payments for investments that reduce their carbon footprint. \nMore Info & Register URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/aca-online-session-federal-energy-tax-credits-and-incentives-for-nonprofit-organizations/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20250128T022406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T022406Z UID:11817-1738454400-1738886399@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM Leaders Forum DESCRIPTION:A vital gathering designed to bring together Board members\, committee leaders\, territory coordinators\, and contract staff for a time of strategic planning\, collaboration\, and community building. URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lom-leaders-forum/ LOCATION:Carol Joy Holling Camp\, Ashland\, NE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250109 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20241028T143424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T152845Z UID:11611-1736121600-1736380799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM East Territory Gathering DESCRIPTION:Registration will open immediately after the November Conference URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lom-east-territory-gathering/ LOCATION:Sequanota END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241205 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20241028T185342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T001420Z UID:11622-1733097600-1733356799@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Experiential Facilitation 101 Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn Foundational Skills Necessary to Lead Experiential Programs\nHave you ever…wanted to learn how to lead experiential activities and programs? This three-day training provides an important first step in building the foundational skills necessary to lead experiential programs. \nLearn More URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/experientialfacilitation101/ LOCATION:Bethel Horizons END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T135242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T135913Z UID:10988-1731283200-1731715199@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:LOM Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:All LOM Outdoor Ministry Professionals and Board Members are invited! Registration for the 2024 LOM Conference will be available in mid-2024. \nIt will be great to get together November 11-15\, 2024\, at The Maritime Conference Center\, Baltimore\, MD. The theme of Be More will play out over three days as the gathered outdoor ministry professionals will focus on ways to be BOLD leaders\, LOVING leaders\, and SENSIBLE leaders in their contexts. Workshops for each day will focus on these themes\, and large group engagements will carry the thread through the event so participants will leave with a toolbox that empowers them to BE BOLD\, BE LOVING\, BE SENSIBLE\, and BE MORE. We believe that the current context of outdoor ministry leadership calls for leaders to step out in new and adaptive ways. Tangible practices are needed to meet the changing needs of campers\, year-round and seasonal staff\, families\, and congregations\, and this conference will offer those to all participants. “God does not want us to be shy with God’s Gifts\, but to be bold\, loving\, and sensible.” —2 Timothy 1:7 \nThe conference schedule allows for plenty of time for discussion with peers in ministry\, as well as dynamic worship and fellowship. The annual conference is the perfect time to connect with old friends\, meet new partners in ministry\, share ideas and get excited about all the opportunities that our work in Lutheran Outdoor Ministries has to offer. Learn more about all the amazing projects taking place around LOM\, spend time getting to know exhibitors and partners in ministry\, bid on amazing items at the annual LOM auction. \nMore info: https://www.lomnetwork.org/conference/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/lom-annual-conference-2024/ LOCATION:The Maritime Conference Center\, Linthicum Heights\, MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240930T005523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T142926Z UID:11548-1729728000-1729814399@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Character at Camp Grant Opportunity – What You Need to Know DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 24 \, 1 Eastern\, 12 Central\, 11 Mountain\, 10 Pacific – with ACA\nA description of what the webinar will cover \nJoin us to learn more about this grant opportunity. This webinar will talk about next steps in this initiative and grant process and how it might apply to you. ACA received from Lilly Endowment Inc. a significant grant\, over $20 million of which will be regranted to camps. This initiative will be conducted over the next six years and will include peer learning opportunities\, networking\, training\, and tools. Beginning in 2025\, eligible nonprofit camps will have the opportunity to apply for grants to support their own character development programs. This is an informational event. \nPresenters \nLaurie Browne\, Senior Director of Research and Education\, American Camp Association\nGrechen Throop\, Director of Membership\, American Camp Association \nYour registration will be confirmed with a zoom link. \nRegister here: https://www.lomnetwork.org/registration/character-at-camp-grant-opportunity-what-you-need-to-know/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/character-at-camp-grant-opportunity-what-you-need-to-know/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241003 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240930T010012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T142707Z UID:11552-1727827200-1727913599@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Connecting Your Outdoor Ministry to the ELCA Foundation DESCRIPTION:The Next LOM Live Podcast: CONNECTING YOUR OUTDOOR MINISTRY TO THE ELCA FOUNDATION\nWednesday\, October 2\n2 Eastern\, 1 Central\, 12 Mountain\, 11 Pacific   \nJoin LOM and the ELCA Foundation for a webinar focused on the importance of building an intentional planned giving program for your camp and how to go about getting started. Learn about all the services provided by the ELCA Foundation and the benefits of building a strong partnership with the regional gift planner for your region. Representing the ELCA Foundation will be Josh Kerney and Sister Marianne Brock\, former camp director at Camp Nawakwa (PA). \nRegister here: https://www.lomnetwork.org/podcasts/elca-foundation/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/connecting-your-outdoor-ministry-to-the-elca-foundation/ LOCATION:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240927 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240119T013433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T013941Z UID:10938-1727049600-1727395199@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Total Inclusion! Symposium – West Midwest Territory DESCRIPTION:There will be four Symposium events – one in each of the four LOM territories. Each of them will have almost identical program features that will focus on widening the welcome and inclusion for persons who are often marginalized\, particularly persons of color\, persons who are LGBTQ\, and persons who live with disabilities. Each LOM organization will be invited to have their executive director and two program staff members participate. Additional participants will be welcomed as space at the host site allows. \nFor the executive director and two program staff members\, all expenses for the program and room & board at the host site will be covered by the Total Inclusion! grant. The grant will also cover airfare reimbursements for those who fly. \nAirport: Minot International Airport (MOT). Latest flight arrival on September 23\, 1:00pm. Earliest flight departure on September 26\, 11:00am. \nRegistration deadline: September 9 \nRegister for the Total Inclusion! Symposium\nClick here for information about Total Inclusion URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/total-inclusion-symposium-west-midwest/ LOCATION:Metigoshe\, Bottineau\, ND END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240929 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240731T144923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T145821Z UID:11356-1726963200-1727567999@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Compass Points Continuing Education Certificate Program for Outdoor Ministry Professionals DESCRIPTION:More Information & to Register: http://www.compasspointsprogram.org/upcoming-courses-fall2024/ \n\nUpcoming Courses in 2024\n\n\nBelow is the schedule for upcoming courses and the directed study in Site Administration. The two face-to-face classes will be held back-to-back during the week of September 22-28 at Rolling Ridge Conference Center in North Andover\, Massachusetts (participants have the option of taking one class or both). \nSeptember 22-25             Development\n\nSeptember 25-28             Personnel and Leadership URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/compass-points-continuing-education-certificate-program-for-outdoor-ministry-professionals/ LOCATION:Rolling Ridge (MA) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T182847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T183404Z UID:11006-1720828800-1721519999@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:MYLE\, the tAble\, ELCA Youth Gathering and Young Adult Gathering DESCRIPTION:The ELCA Youth Gathering is a faith formation event for young people including MYLE\, the tAble\, the Gathering\, and the Young Adult Gathering. \nFind more information at https://www.elca.church/gathering URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/myle-the-table-elca-youth-gathering-and-young-adult-gathering/ LOCATION:New Orleans\, LA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240119T013218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T013736Z UID:10935-1712534400-1712879999@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Total Inclusion! Symposium – East Midwest Territory DESCRIPTION:There will be four Symposium events – one in each of the four LOM territories. Each of them will have almost identical program features that will focus on widening the welcome and inclusion for persons who are often marginalized\, particularly persons of color\, persons who are LGBTQ\, and persons who live with disabilities. Each LOM organization will be invited to have their executive director and two program staff members participate. Additional participants will be welcomed as space at the host site allows. \nFor the executive director and two program staff members\, all expenses for the program and room & board at the host site will be covered by the Total Inclusion! grant. The grant will also cover airfare reimbursements for those who fly. \nAirport: Dane County Regional (MSN). Latest flight arrival on April 8\, 1:00pm. Earliest flight departure on April 11\, 11:00am. \nRegistration deadline: March 25 \nRegister for the Total Inclusion! Symposium\nClick here for information about Total Inclusion URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/total-inclusion-symposium-east-midwest/ LOCATION:Bethel Horizons\, Dodgeville\, WI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240322 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240119T012919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T013629Z UID:10931-1710720000-1711065599@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Total Inclusion! Symposium - West Territory DESCRIPTION:There will be four Symposium events – one in each of the four LOM territories. Each of them will have almost identical program features that will focus on widening the welcome and inclusion for persons who are often marginalized\, particularly persons of color\, persons who are LGBTQ\, and persons who live with disabilities. Each LOM organization will be invited to have their executive director and two program staff members participate. Additional participants will be welcomed as space at the host site allows. \nFor the executive director and two program staff members\, all expenses for the program and room & board at the host site will be covered by the Total Inclusion! grant. The grant will also cover airfare reimbursements for those who fly. \nAirport: Phoenix Sky Haven (PHX). Latest flight arrival on March 18\, 1:00pm. Earliest flight departure on March 21\, 11:00am. \nRegistration deadline: March 1 \nRegister for the Total Inclusion! Symposium\nClick here for information about Total Inclusion URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/total-inclusion-symposium-west/ LOCATION:Spirit in the Desert\, Carefree\, AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240317 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T134733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T134733Z UID:10983-1710288000-1710633599@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Compass Points - Program Design and Implementation DESCRIPTION:Program is the most important facet of outdoor ministry. From determining the need for a program to evaluating the final product\, today’s camp and retreat leaders need to be knowledgeable in how programs are designed and implemented. This course will focus on an overview of human growth and development in relation to outdoor ministry\, and will look at program models and how they serve as an extension of a ministry’s mission statement. Participants will also study how our summer programs can be part of a year-round ministry.\nThis course will be held at Columbia Theological Seminary (near Atlanta\, Georgia) and will be taught by Dr. Kathy Dawson and Joel Winchip\, faculty members of Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur\, GA. \nBy the end of the course\, participants will:\n• Identify the characteristics that differentiate program structures\n• Analyze the progression we find in program offerings\n• Consider how their program is portrayed through their marketing image. \nhttp://www.compasspointsprogram.org/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/compass-points-program-design-and-implementation/ LOCATION:Columbia Theological Seminary\, Decatur\, GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240314 DTSTAMP:20260426T001536 CREATED:20240122T134412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T134515Z UID:10979-1710028800-1710374399@www.lomnetwork.org SUMMARY:Compass Points - Biblical and Theological Foundations DESCRIPTION:What makes our church camps so uniquely wonderful and sets us apart from other camping organizations is our firm foundation in our beliefs as Christians. This course will enable participants to deepen their knowledge and strengthen their understanding of our biblical and theological roots as the core value for all that we do in our outdoor ministry settings. \nAt the end of this course\, participants will:\n• Articulate Biblical themes that form the foundations of outdoor ministry\n• Have tools for training staff to lead effective Bible Studies\n• Learn how theology should shape the practice of ministry in each outdoor ministry site\n• Engage in guided theological discussions\n• Understand how campers/participants may encounter Christ through the mundane and extraordinary events of living in community \nThis course will be held at Columbia Theological Seminary (near Atlanta\, Georgia) and will be taught by Dr. Martha Moore-Keish and Dr. Brennan Breed\, faculty members of Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur\, GA. \nhttp://www.compasspointsprogram.org/ URL:https://www.lomnetwork.org/event/compass-points-biblical-and-theological-foundations/ LOCATION:Columbia Theological Seminary\, Decatur\, GA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR