WELCOME TO CAMP BRIARWOOD
A MINISTRY OF QUEST
Dear Camp Briarwood Families,
What an incredible few weeks all of us have been facing since the impact of COVID-19 first began to change daily life! I apologize for taking a while to communicate with you, but I hope you understand there have been many elements which had to come into clearer focus before I could send this message.
We've been waiting for the release of the national and state Summer Camping guidelines which came out this past Thursday, May 21. As I listened to the Governor's press conference, I at first was encouraged. However, as I've read and studied the guidelines set forth, and have conferred with state and national camp directors and representatives, I have reached the difficult conclusion that we simply cannot offer a meaningful camp experience this year while meeting the state’s orders and recommendations. Barring the relaxing of these guidelines between now and mid-June, we have decided to cancel both Camp Briarwood Day and Overnight Camps for this summer.
The primary guideline we just cannot guarantee is the standard set for Social Distancing. The guidelines also have caused the camps where we hold Camp Briarwood to eliminate several of the more popular activities (group swim, horseback riding, sailing, and the banana boat, to name a few). Also we would be prevented from having group worship. There are many more guidelines that affect lodging, transportation, and food service that, even if we could meet them, would greatly affect the Camp Briarwood experience.
For fifty-six years Camp Briarwood has dealt with major difficulties and obstacles like severe pop-up storms and tornadoes, various sicknesses, and an evacuation because of a hurricane. Yet through God's grace, we have always persevered. So it breaks my heart, as I trust our sovereign Lord and remain committed to following our state, local, and church authorities, to make this decision. However, I am confident it is the best plan to follow for the safety of everyone involved. Full refunds will be offered to anyone who already has registered.
BUT THERE IS GOOD NEWS! For the last two months, while we have been waiting for clarification on the impact to Camp Briarwood, we have also been developing different ways to enjoy having Camp! Very soon we will be presenting Camp Briarwood Connect. While nothing can replace the traditional Camp Briarwood experience, this new opportunity has us very excited. SO STAY TUNED!
We love all our Camp Briarwood family, including current camp and staff as well as campers and staffers who have enjoyed many summers of life-changing relationships and experiences. Know that we will be back to normal as soon as possible!
In His Hands,
Scott Hannah, Director
Quest/Camp Briarwood
What an incredible few weeks all of us have been facing since the impact of COVID-19 first began to change daily life! I apologize for taking a while to communicate with you, but I hope you understand there have been many elements which had to come into clearer focus before I could send this message.
We've been waiting for the release of the national and state Summer Camping guidelines which came out this past Thursday, May 21. As I listened to the Governor's press conference, I at first was encouraged. However, as I've read and studied the guidelines set forth, and have conferred with state and national camp directors and representatives, I have reached the difficult conclusion that we simply cannot offer a meaningful camp experience this year while meeting the state’s orders and recommendations. Barring the relaxing of these guidelines between now and mid-June, we have decided to cancel both Camp Briarwood Day and Overnight Camps for this summer.
The primary guideline we just cannot guarantee is the standard set for Social Distancing. The guidelines also have caused the camps where we hold Camp Briarwood to eliminate several of the more popular activities (group swim, horseback riding, sailing, and the banana boat, to name a few). Also we would be prevented from having group worship. There are many more guidelines that affect lodging, transportation, and food service that, even if we could meet them, would greatly affect the Camp Briarwood experience.
For fifty-six years Camp Briarwood has dealt with major difficulties and obstacles like severe pop-up storms and tornadoes, various sicknesses, and an evacuation because of a hurricane. Yet through God's grace, we have always persevered. So it breaks my heart, as I trust our sovereign Lord and remain committed to following our state, local, and church authorities, to make this decision. However, I am confident it is the best plan to follow for the safety of everyone involved. Full refunds will be offered to anyone who already has registered.
BUT THERE IS GOOD NEWS! For the last two months, while we have been waiting for clarification on the impact to Camp Briarwood, we have also been developing different ways to enjoy having Camp! Very soon we will be presenting Camp Briarwood Connect. While nothing can replace the traditional Camp Briarwood experience, this new opportunity has us very excited. SO STAY TUNED!
We love all our Camp Briarwood family, including current camp and staff as well as campers and staffers who have enjoyed many summers of life-changing relationships and experiences. Know that we will be back to normal as soon as possible!
In His Hands,
Scott Hannah, Director
Quest/Camp Briarwood
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