Hey everyone! Just a reminder that I need your requests for worship songs for the jam sessions. If there's some special songs you want to sing/play I need to know by Sunday, September 5th so that I can make PowerPoint slides for them! You can do this by either replying to this message, or sending me a PM with your song... request...

Once all the requests are in, I will send a final message with the list of songs, so that those of you who will be bringing an instrument will be able to print out the necessary song sheets for chords so you can practice in advance. Let me know if you have any questions!

Joshua, for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous Team

Official List Of Things To Bring!

~ Official List Of Things To Bring ~

+ bedding - I would suggest a sleeping bag and pillow, possibly an extra blanket

(the cabins have AC and can be heated.)

+ toiletries & personal items

+ jacket or hoodie, socks, and other warm clothing. Ohio weather can be unpredictable, and the evenings may get quite chilly!

+ a snack to share (as able,) if you are driving or coming locally - cookies, chips, trail mix, snack mix, etc, etc

+ games! (locals and people driving - again as able.)

Board games, card games, etc, etc.

+ any extra equipment, costumes, or music for those participating in the talent show.

**There is an electrical outlet at the amphitheater**

+ autograph book

+ instrument/s for the jam sessions!

+ your finest singing voice. ;)

+ costume for the Western-themed ball! - can't wait to see what everyone has come up with. :D

+ dancing feet

+ the idea of having fun, meeting new people, and having a BLAST

+ last and never the least...don't forget to bring yourself!

**IMPORTANT NOTES!!**

- there is wifi in the lodge as well as cell phone service (Verison, etc,) in certain areas of the camp.

- the cabin bunks have all new mattresses.

- there is a basket ball court, so if you have a ball, please bring it!

- those interested in the stocked fishing pond are more then welcome to bring along a pole.

- there has been a very slight change in the schedule - a notice will be posted ASAP.

- Gabe Everson will be playing his bagpipes each morning (Saturday and Sunday,) as a breakfast call. (Breakfast is at 8:30.) Soooo when you hear the pipes, head down to the main lodge!

- please contact me if you are interested in signing up, and I will send you my address. Right now we have around 45 people attending, and more still registering!

Thanks, and please contact me or any of my co-planners if you have questions!

~ Michaela for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous team

Talent Show Update

As of now, the talent show is officially FULL! Thank you to everyone who signed up! We are in for a good time. =) Contact Hannah Michelle or Hannah Elizabeth with any questions.

Updated Pleasant Hill camp pics!

NOTE that this was written last year...I've updated it a bit to fit this OSR's theme. ;)

Updated pictures of Pleasant Hill Outdoor Center! - enjoy, and hope everyone is getting as excited as I am!

The new room at Pleasant Hill's Genesis Lodge, (attached to the original room and separated by doors .) Its huge, beautiful, and the perfect place for dancing!

I was quite impressed

*note* we will be holding the Masquerade Ball in this room.

Another view of the Lodge's new room! Gorgeous and spacious, no?

The steps leading up to the quaint cabin area. I just love the woodsy, rustic, yet completely neat and clean feel of the whole camp!

The newest cabin at the camp - 'Hickory'. Sooo charming! *Note* that the older cabins are just a nice, and JUST as tidy!

~*~ Another view of 'Hickory' ~*~

I believe this is 'Cedar'. I love how its set in the middle of the trees...

The outdoor amphitheater where the talent show is to be held. Can't wait!

Another view of the amphitheater...oooh, the talent show is going to be a B.L.A.S.T.

~*~ more amphitheater ...

Looking back on the way to the fishing pond.

Cute little direction sign. :D

There is a short trail that leads from the cabin area to the fishing pond and some of the sports fields. I thought it was so pretty I had to take a picture!

Going back up the path toward the cabins...

The original part of the lodge. I love the piny-woodsy-homey feel.

Mmm...combine that with the aroma of brewing coffee! o.O

And just think, if its cool enough in the evenings we may be able to start the fireplace up!

(either way there will be a bonfire outside each night.)

The kitchen and buffet area. The food is incredible!

'Cedar!' (there *are* more cabins, I just didn't snap pics of them. ) ;)

Patriotic too...what more could a home schooler ask for??

(Pleasant Hill is a Christian run camp, btw.)

No caption needed...

On the Lodge deck. See the wooden cross??

Part of the old building, and a side view of the new building. Nice?!?

The front of the new building

I was trying to get a picture of the entire building, and failed, obviously. ;)

Here's an idea, nonetheless. ^_^

Another attempt...

Basket ball court. Bring your balls!

Soccer net and field...

Another soccer net...

The road down the the Mohican Lake.

The stunning lake. Here we have the option to swim (which we are passing on due to lack of a lifeguard and other things.)

The lake and dock...

Lake view...

If you have any questions, let us know! Can't wait to see you soon!

~ Michaela if the Ohio Summer Rendezvous Team

Jam Sessions

Hey everyone!

I need your help! And if you're looking at the title and thinking "Joshua wants people to help him make a PB&J sandwich" well, that's not quite what I meant... ;)

I am wanting to know from everyone who is attending (and might attend) if you will be bringing an instrument to play for the scheduled jam sessions. I myself will be bringing a portable 61-note keyboard that you are all welcome to use...

I also am wanting to know what worship songs you would like to sing, so that I can create some songsheet lyrics in advance. Go ahead ya'll..don't be shy. List several of your favorites, and afterwards they'll be reviewed for inclusion in the songsheets.

Here's several of my personal favorites:

-I'd Rather Have Jesus
-How Deep The Father's Love For Us
-In Christ Alone

Joshua, for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous Team

Tentative Dance Schedule

Okay, folks, here's our tentative dance lineup for Saturday night! We may not have time to do every one of these dances, but we'll try! If you want to get together with a local group and practice these ahead of time, that will make the dance instruction time go quicker so we can dance more!
~Heather & Raquelle

Duke of Kent’s Waltz
Irish Washerwoman
Carolina Promenade (Marie’s Wedding)
The Hop Ground

Break

Spanish Waltz
The Physical Snob
Mr. Beveridge’s Maggot
Zephyrs and Flora

Break

Miss Donna’s Square (Road to Spencer)
Gothic Dance
Carolina Promenade (Marie’s Wedding)

Break

Postie’s Jig
Virginia Reel

Registration deadline

**NOTE**

The deadline for registration is September 3rd.

~ can't wait to see y'all there! :)

Michaela for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous team

Sports/games suggestions!

First, a quick introduction: my name is Nathanael Brunner, and I'm one of the people who "might be attending" the Rendezvous...if I go, it will be my first time, so most of you have no idea who I am. ;-) Of course, it's probably better that you don't...

Anyway, on to business: we are currently taking suggestions for any sport/game/activity you would like to play during the Rendezvous. Some possibilities have already been mentioned, but feel free to mention anything at all you'd be interested in...within the realms of practicality and sanity. (So sorry, but no blindfolded bungee jumping.) Also, please suggest as many as you want - Top 100 lists would be ideal. ;-)

-Nathanael, for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous Team

Tentative Schedule!

Tentative Schedule for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous 2010

FRIDAY -

+ Arrival: 4:30-5:00 PM

+ Dinner: (Taste of Italy - see menu)

5:30 PM

+ Official Rendezvous Scavenger hunt announced

(rules, teams, etc)

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

1. 'Who, Where, What'

2. 'Two Truths and a Lie'

3. 'Do You Love You're Neighbor?'

+ Bonfire-sing-along

**notes**

1. Musicians! Please bring your instruments. :)

2. Extra song books/sheets would be wonderful.

3. ...don't forget your voice and a heart full of praise to the Lord!

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

SATURDAY -

+ Breakfast: (Maple Morning Breakfast)

8:00 AM

+ Devotions: 9:30 AM

+ Talent show: 11:00-12:00

+ Lunch: (South of the Border)

12:00 PM

+ Scavenger hunt concluded during meal

+ Group hike begins: 1:00 PM

+ Camp/War games and sports begin: 2:00 or 2:30 PM

*notes*

We have some fantastic games set up, and are currently working on recruiting 2-3 guy group leaders to head games, sports, and recreation.

Some of the activities we have in mind:

1. Volley ball

2. Softball

3. 'Spud'

4. Water balloon games, including a three-man sling shot game.

- and that is only a brief list!

**canoeing is also an option**

+ Dinner: (Maple Traditions)

5:30 PM

+ Dance prep begins: 6:30 PM

+ Official Western-themed ball!

(special thanks to our friends and dance callers Heather and Raquelle Sheen)

7:30-10:30/11:00 PM

. Optional swing dancing and/or more ECD afterwards

. Optional bonfire

SUNDAY:

+ Breakfast: (Deluxe Continental)

8:00 AM

+ Homechurch: 9:30 AM

+ Jam session

**note**

Check out is any time before 5:00 PM. Guest who decide to stay later are more than welcome, however they must provide their own meals after breakfast. :)

(there are fast food restaurants in the area.)

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 or any of the event co-planners, and we will do our very best to help you!

SOOO looking forward to fellowshipping together this September!

~ Michaela for the Ohio Summer Rendezvous Team

Talent Show!

Announcing...The Ohio Summer Rendezvous TALENT SHOW!!

Hear ye, hear ye, the illustrious committee of Hannah & Hannah seek performers of various and yet-unseen talents to delight and bedazzle the gathered assembly. This event will be staged in the camp amphitheater. Sing or play a song, dance a jig, mystify us with a secret trick, stand on your head, do a dramatic reading, or recruit a couple friends for a skit. Don't be shy! We need YOUR talents - big, little, serious or goofy!

Interested? Here's what you need to do:

:: Send us a brief sentence about what your Talent will be, with approximate performance time.

:: Please keep your performance between 5-10 minutes. If your idea requires more time, we'd love to hear about it!

:: Sign up to participate by *August 28th* to ensure your spot in the lineup.

:: Don't be shy! Wear a costume, bring some props...let's have fun!

Contact us on Facebook or email us @

Hannah Michelle: smile@jesusredeemed.us

Hannah Elizabeth: 1ofakindfarmgirl@im4god.org

Get those thinking caps on - we can't wait to hear from you! This is going to be SO MUCH FUN!