Schedule, 2014

Friday*~

+ Arrival at camp: 4:30- 5:00 PM

+ Dinner: 5:30 PM

+ Introductions (of attendees) and welcome from hostess/s

+ Get-to-know-you games, including:

1. 'Human Bingo

2. 'Two Truths and a Lie'

3. 'Do You Love Your Neighbor?'

4. Improv acting games

+ Bonfire; jam session; singin' under the stars

BRING YOUR INSTRUMENTS! Guitars, mandolins, whistles and whatnot, if you play something, bring it along.

There will be coffee, tea and other drinks available throughout the weekend.

Saturday*~

+ Optional girls and guys Bible Study 

+ Breakfast: 8:30 AM

+ Devotions: 9:00 AM (subject to change)

+ group picture in front of lodge: 9:15 AM (or whenever devotions end)

+ 2-mile hike (Lions Falls trail) : 9:30 or 10:00 AM

+ Games (time allowing before lunch)

+ Lunch: 12:30 PM

+ 2012 OSR Talent Show prep: 1:00 -2:00

+ free for all games and/or sports (for those not participating in Talent Show): 1:00-2:00

+ Official Ohio Summer Rendezvous Talent Show: 2:00 -3:00 PM

+ Sports: 3:00-5:30 PM

+ Dinner: 5:30 PM

+ English/Scottish Country Dance prep: 6:00 PM

+ group picture: 7:45 PM (subject to change)

+ Official OSR ECD/SCD, 2012: 8:00 PM (subject to change)

improv by Marissa and Co immediately following.

Sunday*~

+ Breakfast: 8:30 AM

+ Home Church: 9:00 or 9:30 Am

+ Possible Bible Dramatization by Marissa D.

+ OSR hotdog roast: 12:00 PM

ATTENTION Locals and people driving! If you feel inclined, please bring a snack to share over the weekend, such as cookies, chips, candy, etc, etc. We'd also like to ask you to bring a game or two - cards, board games, etc. Thank you so much!

There you have it folks! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me (Michaela) or any of the event co-planners, and we will do our very best to help you!

Looking forward to fellowshipping together this September!

All I Have Is Christ

Did you know the OSR has a theme song? Check out the lyrics.

All I Have is Christ

VERSE 1

I once was lost in darkest night

Yet thought I knew the way

The sin that promised joy and life

Had led me to the grave

I had no hope that You would own

A rebel to Your will

And if You had not loved me first

I would refuse You still

VERSE 2

But as I ran my hell-bound race

Indifferent to the cost

You looked upon my helpless state

And led me to the cross

And I beheld God’s love displayed

You suffered in my place

You bore the wrath reserved for me

Now all I know is grace

CHORUS

Hallelujah! All I have is Christ

Hallelujah! Jesus is my life

VERSE 3

Now, Lord, I would be Yours alone

And live so all might see

The strength to follow Your commands

Could never come from me

Oh Father, use my ransomed life

In any way You choose

And let my song forever be

My only boast is You

© 2008 Sovereign Grace Praise (BMI)

Guidelines for Ball Apparel

As usual, there is no costume theme for this year's OSR English Country Dance Ball. Semi-formal to formal wear is acceptable.

Guys: Self explanatory. Not quite a black tie event, but jeans aren't a great choice either. 

Girls: Pretty easy to figure out, right? Anything from long sweeping skirts, fancy costumes, or cute party dresses work. As long as your outfit fits within these specifications, you are good to go:

+ No dresses above the knee

+ No cleavage

+ Dresses MUST have straps

+ No open backs 

Note that if you do not wish to dance, you don't have to! We recommend it, as English/Scottish Country dancing is very "hands off," fun, and family friendly. Don't be shy!  However, we understand convictions or personal preferences. There are plenty of snacks and games available for nonparticipants. 

--there will be a group picture taken prior to the Ball

2014 Guest List/Statistics

Ladies:

Moriah Clark
Marissa Dubina
Nancy Dubina
Hannah Michelle
Debbie Bates
Michaela Shearer
Michaela Ferrar
Anna Ferrar
Julia Ferrar
Maria Ferrar
Lidia Ferrar
Patrizia Ferrar
Nancy Thorn
Rachel Graber
Kimberly Young
Rachel Young
Morgan Cody
Kate Davis
Elizabeth Davis
Carma Krueger
Sarah Krueger
Rebekah Krueger
Michaela Krueger
Angel Bullock
Jessica Bullock
Victoria Bullock
Samantha Harzell
Laurie Hartzell
Anonymous
Anonymous
Lily Riggenbach
Gretel Riggenbach
Shiloh Crook
Judy Crook
Rachel Bruce
Sarah  Kozelek
Abbey Kozelek
Zanthia Hill
Alana Hill
Leslie Sisk
Victoria Salzman

Gentleman: 

Brandon Pieplow
Caleb Pieplow
Jareb Popiel
Stephen Brown
Jonathan McLaury
Kyle Shearer
Cameron Shearer
Dave Ferrar
Nathanael Brunner
Joe Helpman
Dave Krueger
Josh Krueger
Michael Krueger
Scott Salzman
Phillip Salzman
Dustin Matheny
Gabrial Everson
Stephen Everson
Mark Kozelek
Christian Anderson
Josiah Crook
Larry Crook
Michael Gnizak
Joshua Richards
Michael Butz
Joshua Higginbotham
Sam Graber
Paul Hartzell
Wesley Hartzell
Roger Sisk
Sam Dubina
Ben Marshall

Total guest count: 74

Grad count only: 62

Guys--
including fathers: 32
grads only: 26

Girls--
including mothers: 42
grads only: 36

If I missed your name, please let me know! Note that we also have several others visiting during the day on Saturday and possibly Friday evening.

Cabin directors

Remember, arrival time is 4:30-5:00 PM. I will be there to greet you, but keep a special lookout for this trio. Kate and Marissa will be directing girls to their cabins, while Josh handles the guys. Cabins are filled on a first come, first serve basis.

Registration extension

Registration has been extended until 12:00 AM, September 7th, 2014.

Improv Team, 2014

The 2014 OSR IMPROV TEAM

KATE DAVIS
NATHANAEL BRUNNER
JAREB POPIEL
CALEB PIEPLOW
MICHAEL BUTZ
MARISSA DUBINA
KYLE SHEARER

Brace yourselves for two nights of seeing 7 people make fools of themselves for the sake of a few good laughs!

Menu, 2014

Friday: 

Dinner (5:30 PM)

A Taste of Italy

+ Homemade Lasagna

+ Fresh Green Salad

+ Warm Garlic Bread

+ Dessert

Saturday:

Breakfast (8:30 AM) 

Maple Morning Breakfast

+Buttermilk Pancakes with our warm 

+Homemade Maple Syrup 

+Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

+Golden Hash browns

+Crisp Bacon or Savory Sausage Links

Lunch (12:30 PM)

All American

+ Hamburgers with the Works

+ Golden French Fries

+ Tangy Pickle Spears

+Dessert

Dinner (5:30 PM)

South of the Boarder

+Full Taco Bar with

+Soft and Crunchy Taco

+Topping choices- Tomatoes, Cheese, 

+Lettuce, Sour Cream, Salsa

+Hot Bean Dip with Salty Tortilla Chips

+Cheesy Quesadilla’s

+Dessert

Sunday

Breakfast (8:30 AM)

Mohican Sunrise Breakfast

+Country Sausage Gravy

+Warm Buttermilk Biscuits

+South Western Casserole

+Brown Sugar Fried Apples 

+Savory Sausage Links

OSR annual hot dog roast served later around a bonfire and under the Ohio sky.*~

Registration deadline:

The registration deadline for The Ohio Summer Rendezvous, 2014--SEPTEMBER 5th. Registration is open now. Please pay via the Paypal form found on the OSR website.  

OSR on the web

Quick update to announce the new website for the OSR! All frequently asked questions, registration, etc, will be handled there. Check it out, enjoy, and come see us this September. :)

Announcing: dance Caller, 2014 // Shiloh Crook

Ladies and gentleman--I am very, very excited to announce the caller for OSR's 2014 English/Scottish Country Dance Ball! Shiloh Crook is an inspirational, bubbly, fun, highly talented young lady. Along with crazy seamstress skills, Shiloh calls and teaches a dance group in New York. Her calling style is highlighted by patience, precision, and attention to detail. 

I am thrilled and honored to put you in her very capable hands!

Extra, extra, read all about it!

Please join the Ferrar family for another weekend of fun, fellowship, and unforgettable memories in the Mohican State Forest! Pleasant Hill Outdoor Center (located in the park,) is a quiet, nature-infused cluster of cabins--a "spiritual" retreat that will pull you back, year after year. Anyone who's attended the OSR says it's changed their life, brought many new and long lasting friendships, is hosted and catered in a clean, family-friendly environment, and most importantly, is an event that inspires them in their faith.

The Ohio Summer Rendezvous (OSR) is open to homeschoolers 14 years and older and homeschool graduates ONLY. If you are under the age of 18 and would like to attend, remember that you must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older.

WHEN: September 12th-14th

WHERE: Pleasant Hill Outdoor Center (Mohican State Park)

4654 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Perrysville, OH 44864
#419 938-3715 

LODGING PRICE: $85 flat rate per person, includes lodging for 2 nights, and 5 home-cooked meals. (please contact me if you are unable to stay the entire weekend and/or have parents who would like to attend for ala carte options.)

START TIME: Not yet announced.

END TIME: Not yet announced.

WHY: The OSR is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow homeschoolers/alum! What better reason than that? Throw in 5 amazing meals, beautiful facilities, games, dancing, hiking, bonfires, music, Bible studies, and more. . . we'll see you there.

Please contact me here for further details: pnogirl [at] gmail [dot] com

*note that there is pick up available for those flying*