Surf City 2014 Day 4

Good morning from Surf City! It's 7 o'clock in the morning here at camp and it's absolutely silent. Students are wrapped up in their bunks, virtually passed out from yesterdays shenanigans. The day started out like all the others, Bible study, breakfast and seminars. We were greeted after seminars by the mighty Surf City Gladiators who were willing and ready to train us to join their ranks as epic mercenaries. Think old school television show American Gladiators meets Wipeout! Our Yellow team competed in rigorous tasks like running a gauntlet lined with Gladiators who have come before them and competing in a hard-fought tug of war. We did well...but only time will tell if he have what it takes to be Surf City Champions.

After lunch and some free time at the waterfront, it was our turn to take our crew out on the Waverunners...or affectionately called the "Boatercycles." We spent a few hours out on the lake zooming around on the water and giving students a thrilling ride. I've always prided myself in being very responsible on the Waverunners and making sure I don't toss any students off during the ride... well, I guess in my old age I'm beginning to loose my ability to hold on tight. Only a few rides in, both Hannah Steffey and Madi Doty took a swim...and took me along with them. Didn't count on that!

After Dinner and a few power naps, we went to club. Unfortunately our worst fears came true last night because that pesky gopher officially kidnapped Putt and Putt's caddy named Cups. And when I say "kidnapped" I mean that animal literally pulled him into it's gopher hole. It was very traumatic for the two rising stars. I really have no clue as to what they are going to do now. Maybe their passion for mini-golf will finally be extinguished. I guess we will find out tonight.

Last night at club Mark talked to the students about the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made for each and everyone of the students. Mark shared with them the truth that Jesus came to this earth not just to show us how to live, but to die on a cross so that each and every one of us can experience true life. We then sent students out to be on their own for 20 minutes in silence to think about the sacrifice their  Savior made and give them the opportunity to talk to God. It's always a powerful tradition and it's always interesting to see how students respond to it. We ended the evening with a campfire and snacks. It really was a great day.

I can't believe it's already Thursday and we will be packing up to leave tomorrow. I can't wait for our students to share with you all the great moments from the week. Check back tomorrow for our final update!