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RIDVÁN BAHÁ'Í SCHOOL INFO ON MOST RECENT SESSIONRIDVAN Bahá’í Summer SchoolThurs. July 17 – Sun. July 20, 2008Location: Suttle Lake Methodist Camp, in the beautiful Cascades Mountains, 14 miles west of Sisters. Suttle Lake Camp is a special place where the vivid green of Western Oregon mingles with the sunny beauty of the eastern part of the state. Enjoy hiking among the tall trees, swimming or boating in crystal-clear lake water, laughing with new and old friends, and dining on wholesome meals. Theme: Arise, Engage, and Inspire! The individual and the Five Year Plan, inspiration and action. Presenters: Dr. Jay Mohindra and Dr. Steve Ellis Afternoon workshops:
Friday evening barbecue and carnival! Registrar: Elsa Khorvash INFO ON PAST SESSIONSEastern Oregon Bahá’í SchoolFri. July 20 – Mon. July 23Location: Suttle Lake Camp, United Methodist Camp, 29551 SW Suttle Lake Rd., Sisters, OR Theme: One Common Faith Flyer: Download [PDF] Keynote Speaker: Dr. Steven E. Ellis, author and former Chairman of the National Spiritual Assembly of Alaska Description/Highlights: Eastern Oregon National Bahá’í Summer School is located on beautiful Suttle Lake in the mountainous region of Central Oregon amid gorgeous Ponderosa pines. It is a family camp with activities for all ages including hiking, swimming, canoeing, sports, volleyball and an obstacle course if interested. All meals are provided by the camp site staff and are always delicious and nutritious, with vegetarian options always available. Accommodations: Suttle Lake Camp offers three options for housing: two main lodges and individual cabins with restrooms nearby. Registrar: Elsa Khorvash Eastern Oregon Bahá’í Summer SchoolJuly 21-24, 2006 (Fri. to Mon.)Location: Suttle Lake United Methodist Camp, 29551 SW Suttle Lake Rd., Sisters, OR Theme: Arise for the Triumph of our Cause Special Guests: Celia Johnson, Regional Bahá’í Council of the Northwestern States; Henri Cross, Auxiliary Board Member for Propagation Evening of the Arts orchestrated by Bud and Pat Humphrey Description/Highlights Of School: Eastern Oregon National Bahá’í Summer School is located on beautiful Suttle Lake in the mountainous region of Central Oregon amid gorgeous Ponderosa pines. It is a family camp with activities for all ages including hiking, swimming, canoeing, sports, volleyball and an obstacle course if interested. The atmosphere is always intimate and warm among all participants with many repeat campers from year to year and coming from across the U.S. The speakers and teachers are always enthusiastic and dedicated to educating participants according to the guidelines of the National Spiritual Assembly, and a great time is always had by all. All meals are provided by the camp site staff and are always delicious, with vegetarian options always available. Accommodations: Camp Suttle offers three options for housing: two main lodges and individual cabins with restrooms nearby. Registration is open until camp capacity is reached, approximately 120. Fees: Adults (3 nights, 9 delicious meals): $120 to $142, depending on accommodations desired REGISTRAR: Tracy Moore
Eastern Oregon Bahá’í Summer SchoolJuly 22-25, 2005 (Fri. to Mon.)Website: www.oregonbahaischools.org Location: SUTTLE LAKE United Methodist Camp and Retreat Center near Sisters, Oregon Theme: A System the Like of Which Mortal Eyes Have Never Witnessed Click here to download brochure (PDF) Teachers: Keynote speaker: John Kolstoe, author; Watercolor class with Joseph O’Neal; an “Evening of the Arts” with Bud Humphrey. Full children’s and youth programs Terrific bookstore, fabulous crafts, outstanding devotions, and cozy bonfire with marshmallow roast. Outdoor recreation: swimming, boating and hiking. Accommodations: cabin, dorms or private rooms. Lodging & meals for 3 days for adults starts at $113. Registrar: Ruth Paiya Eastern Oregon Bahá’í Summer SchoolJuly 23-26, 2004 (Friday, 4 P.M. - Monday, noon)SUTTLE LAKE Located at the United Methodist Camp and Retreat Center near Sisters, Oregon. Beautiful high mountain setting on the lake, inspiring teachers, devotions, hiking, swimming, canoeing, crafts and recreation for the whole family. Classes available for adults, youth-pre-youth, children, plus a nursery provided. Tuition covers three nights accommodations and nine meals. Please contact the registrar for rates and accommodations offered in Lodge, Cabins, Dorm, etc. Eastern Oregon Bahá’í Summer SchoolJuly 25-28, 2003 (Friday, 4 P.M. - Monday, noon)SUTTLE LAKE Located at the United Methodist Camp
and Retreat Center near Sisters, Oregon. Theme: Lighting the Way: Building the Kingdom of God on Earth Featured speaker: National Spiritual Assembly member Erica Toussaint “Reflections on the Five-Year Plan” Classes available for adults, youth-pre-youth, children,
plus a nursery provided. Please contact the registrar for rates and accommodations
offered in Lodge, Cabins, Dorm, etc. July 27-30, 2002 (Saturday - Tuesday)Suttle Lake United Methodist Camp Site Phone: 541-595-6663 Description/Highlights of School: Set in the beautiful Cascade mountains of Central Oregon, Suttle Lake Camp offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation, including hiking, swimming and canoeing. The facilities range from rustic cabins to comfortable dormitory-style rooms, and the food is excellent. The School provides an excellent book store and the crafts activities always get high marks. A bonfire with music & a marshmallow roast is just one of the highlights of the evening programs. Special Guests: • Elahe Young, Western Regional
Bahá’í Council member; • Kingdom Project Representative
(to be named later) Recreation Facilities: See above; the Committee
is working on adding an optional Challenge Course for youth and adults
who want to try their hand at more difficult outdoor activities. Accommodations for Meals and Lodging: See above;
rates commensurate with desired level of comfort. Classroom Facilities:
Three large rooms plus smaller classrooms |