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.    More Info & Register

Storytelling for Impact “So Faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17) Register Now When 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 where you have time to focus, a coach to help you get the right movements and reps, and the confidence that you...

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at First Lutheran Church in Duluth and Online 9:30am - 5:00pm (see the plan for the day here) Free Childcare Provided​​ The ever-increasing cries of creation in crisis could easily overwhelm us. Instead 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. More Info & Register

April 8, Check-In between 1:30-3:00 pm - April 10, conclusion 1:30 pm; Optional LOM Curriculum Intensive, April 10-11, 3:00 pm - 1:30 PM Cost $99 for Double Occupancy, $149 for Single, and an additional $60 for the Curriculum Intensive Location: Sugar Creek Bible Camp, 13141 Sugar Creek Bible Camp Rd, Ferryville, WI 54628 Primary Lodging: Koinonia Lodge (https://www.sugarcreekbiblecamp.org/rental-facilities/) Registration: https://forms.gle/W9w5747yCLyxPNc59 Open to all staff positions from all LOM territories & to friends outside of LOM.

New date (thanks to a Zoom outage!) We as professionals in outdoor ministry plan for and take care of so many kids year-round! But who helps us do that with our own kids? Join us for a Parents in LOM Zoom on Wednesday, April 23rd at 3:00 pm (ET). During this first meeting we’ll discuss this upcoming summer and parents’ plans for childcare, summer schedules, balancing camp and family, and what being a “camp kid” looks like. If have any questions or topics to add to the conversation, please email Kaitlyn Blend at kaitlyn@lclcenter.org. We look forward to this camp...

From ACA: Are 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. This 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 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. More about LTE: https://www.lomnetwork.org/lte/

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. Join 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...