We've been organizing mission camps for three decades…although that seems like a long time to some, we learn something new every year. Here's a few things we've learned over the years, and some new insights to the impact you and your teens have when they serve...
How 16 Hours in a Van is a Good Thing: Spiritual growth for youth doesn't just take place on the "mission field", Doc Newcomb will tell you there are also many opportunities along the way
Mission Trips and "too busy" kids: Kids are so busy in the summer that it seems impossible for them to make time for service. In this article Doc Newcomb gives some tips on dealing with those busy schedules
Drowning in Paperwork?: All the paperwork, forms and due dates can be quite intimidating! This article has a few tips to keep things running smoothly in your ministry
Recruiting Youth & Adults: Some helpful tips for you to recruit youth and adults to come along on your mission trip and be in the right mindset to serve
14 Terrific Travel Tips For Youth Groups on the Road: Some tips on making the most of your mission trip travel time
Travel Insurance Options: Here are a couple options for travel insurance through a partner organization
Mission Trip "Green" Effects - Fact Sheet: Here's a helpful fact sheet from the National Housing Trust in Washington D.C. about the benefits of fixing up/repairing affordable housing verses tearing it down to make more "environmentally-friendly" homes
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