STANISLAUS CONNECTIONS
22nd Annual Peace Camp
Camp for People of All Ages
Camp Peaceful Pinesnear Pinecrest, California
Friday, June 25 - Sunday, June 27, 2004Peace Camp offers a weekend of stimulation and renewal in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Twenty-one years ago we first gathered at Camp Peaceful Pines as a community working for peace and justice. Over the years we have built many traditions around talking, learning, singing, hiking, eating and relaxing together. The mountain setting is incomparable and the relief from the Valley heat is welcome. The night sky is awe-inspiring. The food and the community are wonderful.
If you are a regular participant, we’re waiting for you. If you haven’t come for a while, we’re waiting for you. If you are a newcomer, we’re waiting for you. Please join us for the 2003 Peace Camp.
Register now. The deadline for the early registration reduced fee is June 6.
Building Peace: the 20th anniversary of Peace Camp
Camp Peaceful Pines
A 40-acre setting in the Stanislaus National Forest on the Clark Fork of the Stanislaus River. Located about 25 miles above Pinecrest off the Sonora Pass Road, the camp is at the 6,200 foot elevation. Travel time from Modesto, 2-3 hours.
Camp registration includes six meals, snacks, sleeping space, insurance and leadership costs. Partial financial aid, youth work/scholarships, and day rates also available. Camp limited to 150.
To keep costs to a minimum, campers will share in meal preparation, general camp clean-up, children's programs, and other work.
Campers need to provide their own bedding. A medical person will be on duty.
The camp officially opens with supper on Friday, June 27th. Campers are welcome to arrive any time after 2:00 PM on Friday to enjoy unscheduled free time around camp. Camp will close following lunch and clean-up on Sunday, June 29th.
No pets, firearms, or firecrackers are permitted in the camp, nor are smoking, alcohol or other drugs.
Directions to the camp and camp schedule will be mailed to participants shortly before camp.
Make checks payable to:
MODESTO PEACE/LIFE CENTER
720 13th Street
P.O. Box 134
Modesto, CA 95353-0134
209-529-5750 weekdays 2-4:30 pm
Info: contact Lynn Lucas, 209-527-7634
From 'Violence to
Wholeness' at Peace Camp
By PATRICK MCGINNIS
No one can deny that war is the ultimate expression of violence. The Iraq and Afghanistan wars are well-publicized, yet, there are dozens of smaller conflicts throughout the world the press pays little attention to such as the Congo, Columbia, and Israel. There are other forms of violence also receiving little attention. A group from the Tuolumne County Citizens for Peace have just finished a 10-chapter course called From Violence to Wholeness which explores in depth all forms of violence and nonviolent responses to such acts. The course was created by the Pace e Bene ("peace and all good" in Italian) Nonviolence Service based in Las Vegas, NV.
The first two chapters explicate the experience and dynamics of violence in our lives and in the world. The following six chapters portray people who have used nonviolence to transform the world. Courageous figures such as Jesus, Dr. M. L. King, Cesar Chavez, St. Francis, and Gandhi and their roles in transforming society through nonviolent activism, are discussed. The final two chapters show how to live and work in a nonviolent group or community. At this summer's Peace Camp, we will offer an overview of this course in the hope that others may become involved and offer the course in their areas. Check the camp schedule for the time of our presentation.
ACTION: For more information, call the Pace e Bene Nonviolence Service Oakland office, (510) 268-8765, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, M-F. Or, contact Patrick at (209) 586-9264.
Unwind
and have fun at Peace Camp
By
RICHARD HARVEY
In the current atmosphere
of Iraq spinning out of control, the election diatribes and the general hubbub
of our lives, Peace Camp is a chance to catch your breath, relax, enjoy nature
at it's finest and commune with friends. You have great surroundings, an
interesting and stimulating program from which you can choose topics that
interest you or, meditate and enjoy nature by yourself. And, some how the food
always tastes better at Peace Camp due to who knows, the altitude, hiking,
surroundings or, of course, the cooks.
The camp site at Camp
Peaceful Pines is breath taking in its beauty. The cool breezes whispering
through the tall fragrant pine trees and the sounds of the gurgling stream
flowing through the middle of the camp on the way the river nearby. The majestic
granite mountains forming the valley we are snuggled in are awesome to behold.
We are very fortunate to have such a fantastic place for Peace Camp.
This year’s program
includes several different hikes of varying lengths. There will also be nature
walks to highlight the area’s natural beauty and help us understand it better.
The camp also has recreational facilities; ping pong, horse shoes, volley ball.
Crafts will be available for the children or anyone interested. We have seen a
high level of creativity at past camps.
The adult program consists
of presentations and discussions on topics such as "From Violence to
Wholeness," presented by a group from Sonora’s Tuolumne County Citizens
for Peace which has been involved in an extensive course on this topic (see
McGinnis article, this page).
There will also be a
session on “World Order for World Peace,” presented by Lorrie Freitas.
On the lighter side, there
is always good singing coaxed out of us by the Spirit Singers from Sonora. The
group singing is always enhanced by a warm crackling campfire and smores. The
talent show is always entertaining with everyone encouraged to participate, so,
if you play a musical instrument, bring it along, or anything else you need to
share your talents. Also, Alexis and Kelly will again share Hula talents with us
and teach anyone interested.
ACTION:
Come to Peace Camp; a rare gem and a bargain for the price. Hope to see you
there.
Early Registration Deadline: June 6, 2004
(print and mail form, not for electronic submission)
Names (First and Last) Adult (age 18 and older): ___________________________ ___________________________ #_____x $60 $_____ ($70 after June 10th) |
Address: _______________________ City/State: _______________________Zip______ Phone: __________________
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| Youth (ages 4-17): ___________________age_____ ___________________age_____ #_____x $40 $_____ ($50 after June 10th) |
Meal
Preference: Vegetarian____
Non Veg____ Special
Health needs, allergies, etc.______________ Special needs for cabin assignment:______________ I
can offer/need a ride Friday_____ I
can offer/need a ride Saturday_____ I
can help 1 - 2 hours with children’s programs_______ |
| Infant (ages 0-3):--Free | |
Family Max $190 (add $10 per person after June 6th) *Voluntary Contribution $_____ Grand Total $_______ *to help defray costs of scholarships |
Make checks payable to: MODESTO PEACE/LIFE CENTER |
