Seeking the Treasure Entrusted to You

April 15-18, 2010

Camp Mikell

Toccoa, GA

“Guard the good treasure living in you,

with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us.”

(2 Timothy 1:14)

Who is Welcome? All who are interested in learning more about the Vocare ministry! Anyone from a Diocese with a strong Vocare ministry, to no Vocare at all!

What's the cost? $140/person. Registrations and a $40 refundable deposit must be received by Friday, March 26. A late registration fee of $40 will apply to all applications received after the deadline.

Where will I be staying? In a bunk-style cabin at Camp Mikell (www.campmikell.com), nestled in the mountains of Northeast Georgia.

What should I bring? Shoes suited for outdoor activity, clothing, personal items, bedding (twin). Please be aware that there is very limited cell phone coverage, and no wireless internet capability.

What can I expect? A fun-filled weekend devoted to growing the Vocare ministry. There will be music, food, worship, workshops, a general assembly meeting, and lots of fellowship!

What about scholarships? We know that $140, plus the cost of travel, can seem daunting. Please don't let that stop you! While we don't offer scholarships, there are other ways to seek financial help. Talk to your diocesan young adult coordinator, home parish or Bishop. Let them know what the conference is all about, and ask if there is any way they can help you get there. You can also contact your Vocare Provincial contact, listed at www.vocare.org

Travel information contact: Liz Williams  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Location: Camp Mikell in Toccoa, GA (2 hours north of Atlanta)

Nearest airport: Hartsfield International (ATL): In order to arrange for transportation to and from the airport, please schedule your flights to arrive before 5 p.m. on Thursday, 4/15 and leave no earlier than noon on Sunday, 4/18.

Directions

From Atlanta

• Take 85 North to 985.
• 985 becomes Rt. 365 just north of Gainesville.
• Take 365 to the Toccoa/ Lavonia exit (N 123, S 17, N 365).
• You will go through one traffic light right after you take the exit
• Go down the mountain until the first traffic light and turn left (6.4 miles from the exit. A Shell Station is on your left.)
• Go until the next traffic light (3.2 miles) and turn left onto Broad St/MLK (Hwy 184)
• Go under the railroad tracks, through the traffic light, and then make your next right onto Tugalo Street (Hwy 184).
• Go to your fourth traffic light next to the First Baptist Church and turn left onto Prather Bridge Road (Hwy 184).
• Go 3.4 miles just past a small bridge and turn left onto Camp Mikell Road.
• Continue down Camp Mikell Road and stay on the paved part (2 miles), through the Camp Mikell gate, and up the hill into the parking lot.
• The office is at the far end of the long reddish wooden building up a small hill toward the main part of camp (on your left).

From Greenville

• Take 85 South towards Atlanta.
• Get off at the Lavonia/Hwy 17 exit (Exit 173) and turn left (the exit makes a 180 degree turn, so if you are going south on the interstate you will actually be going to the right, or west).
• Continue on Hwy 17 into Toccoa.
• Hwy 17 becomes Big A Road.
• Continue past a Super WalMart on your left, numerous fast food restaurants, across a bridge over railroad tracks, past the Toccoa Clinic, around a sharp curve to the left and then a traffic light. The First Baptist Church will be across the street on your right.
• Turn right at the traffic light onto Prather Bridge Road (Hwy 184).
• Go 3.4 miles just past a small bridge and turn left onto Camp Mikell Road.
• Continue down Camp Mikell Road (2 miles) and stay on the paved part, through the Camp Mikell gate, and up the hill into the parking lot.
• The office is at the far end of the long reddish wooden building up a small hill toward the main part of camp (on your left).