by Dan Prow | Sep 29, 2017 | Church Coordinator, Creation, Parenting, Spiritual Growth, Summer Camp
I love summers at camp. Kids are hanging out with friends, roving around camp in staff led groups of 10-12, singing crazy songs, and talking. Really talking…like, face-to-face talking. Not texting, not IM, not posting. Really talking. Usually around the third...
by Dan Prow | Apr 8, 2016 | Summer Camp, Uncategorized
Did you know? Playing outside makes kids happier and healthier and more caring and generous? Yet the average American youth spends 7.5 hours a day on electronics but only 4 minutes playing outside? (taken from “The Power of Camp”) [LEARN MORE] In our busy...
by Dennis Littlefield | Jun 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 24, 2015For more information contact Dan Busby, President, 800-323-9473, [email protected] Tilikum Center for Retreats and Outdoor Ministries Accredited by National Financial Accountability Organization NEWBERG, OR – The ECFA (Evangelical...
by Dan Prow | Dec 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Many households have their Christmas decorations up–some since Thanksgiving. Camp Tilikum is blessed to have Christmas decorations up all year—maybe not the lights and ornaments we generally see, but we do have 93 acres of very large Christmas trees (some 150+...
by Dennis Littlefield | Nov 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Quiet Place Life’s worries seem so hectic, so rushed, so hard.Like a tangle of cobwebs ensnaring mind and soul.My heart cries out for rest, for peace.So I seek God’s solace in a quiet place. There I can slow myself, breathe deeply, rest and pause.I drink in...
by Dennis Littlefield | Aug 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
How You Can Save Up To $2,100 on taxes for Summer Day Camp and Quest Camp registrations. Whether you are a parent already working or you are planning to enter the job market again, you may be surprised to find that you can save up to $2,100 on your taxes when you file...
by Dennis Littlefield | Feb 4, 2014 | Uncategorized
In the “Old West” branding was a way to identify cattle and the actual design of the brand was also meant to represent your ranch. “Branding” has a little different meaning in today’s society, but the core concepts are still true. What does Tilikum represent to our...
by Dennis Littlefield | Dec 16, 2013 | Uncategorized
Friends of Tilikum, As I reflect on this past year, I’m overwhelmed by God’s blessings. Summer campers, retreat guests, outstanding staff, generous donors, volunteers, grants and caring board members have touched our lives in 2013. With the recent cold...
by Dennis Littlefield | Dec 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
“This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24 Friends of Tilikum, From the moment you see the early morning mist floating above the lake you know Tilikum is a special place. There are few places in the world...
