Storms Rolling through Shakamak Today

The weather does not appear to be cooperative today, but regardless of what obstacle might be thrown our way, MSC stands by the motto: “No matter what, camp will go on!!!” We had a really bad storm this morning which sidelined some activities and took out our power for nearly an hour, but please be assured that all campers…

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Wednesday Morning Bible Study — “Being a Faithful Christian While Being an Athlete”

During this morning’s Bible study rotation (during the storm), Gold team captain Eddie Paden gave opening remarks for son Nick Paden’s study on “Being a Faithful Christian While Being an Athlete.” Nick drew from his own experience of being a championship wrestler, while never comprising his faith in and obedience to the Lord. Here is the outline from Nick’s lesson,…

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Navy Team “Lights the Fire” for the Kitchen Staff

As we mentioned yesterday, all campers must pitch in and help keep their cabins clean, but this duty extends beyond the four walls of their little brown cabins around the upper and lower sports fields. Prior to and following each meal, one of the ten teams is assigned “mess hall duty” to help set the tables and set the…

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Goodnight from MSC – Tuesday, July 5

As Tuesday, July 5 draws to a close, the second day of MSC 2016 is now history, but deemed another huge success. Temperatures were in the mid-80’s throughout the day with NOT A DROP OF RAIN TODAY!!!!! Following breakfast and cabin cleanup, Group 1, 2, and 3 campers were separated and rotated among the following activities: individual craft (decorating…

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MSC SportsCenter: Day 2

It’s been another busy day of sports here at MSC. Following the Water Balloon Launch this morning, this afternoon included the conclusion of volleyball matches, exciting and intense games of Ultimate Frisbee, and the first day of canoe practice in anticipation of canoe heats later in the week.   Here are the volleyball scores: Orange (49) vs. Blue (42)…

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