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DATES: October 9-12, 2009 teams will leave the U.S. on Friday to and return on Monday night.
COST: $195 per person age 13 and above - children 12 and under are Free.
WHO: High School Students - join in on the fun.
WHAT: A short-term mission trip to Rocky Point Mexico. You will be part of a 200 person team from the U.S constructing homes for the needy in Mexico.
ARRANGMENTS: You will be staying at a clean and safe R.V park. Facilities include a dining room, pool, bbq area, and limited showers. YOUR RV IS OK TO BRING AND STAY IN. FULL HOOKUPS AVAIL.
TRANSPORTATION: Transportation for the High School students will be provided by the staff / youth coaches leading this trip.
SLEEPING: Camping at the R.V Park, Bring either a tent or camping trailer/R.V.
PASSPORTS: On June 1, 2009, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of WHTI. The proposed rules require most U.S. citizens entering the United States at sea or land ports of entry to have a passport, passport card, or other travel document approved by the Department of Homeland Security.
CHILDREN: U.S. citizen children under the age of 16 will be able to present the original or copy of their birth certificate, or other proof of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization certificate or citizenship card.
Groups of U.S. citizen children ages 16 through 18, when traveling with a school or religious group, social organization, or sports team, will be able to enter under adult supervision with originals or copies of their birth certificates or other proof of citizenship.
How can we build a house in 3 days?
Day One: The primary objective of this day is to get the concrete slab/floor poured and begin framing the walls. Groups are fed a hot breakfast at camp and should be at the worksite by 8:00 a.m. Lunch will be delivered to the site between 11 and 12pm. There will also be plenty of water and snacks to last through the work day. Crews should arrive back at camp between 4:00 and 6:00 where there will be plenty of delicious hot food ready and waiting. Bathing before eating is optional, but suggested on behalf of you fellow camper. Perhaps a dip in the pool is a good compromise
Day Two: Today usually starts with Advil or Tylenol. At the work site the team may possibly need to finish framing and erect the walls. Next, while some of the crew is building the roof, the rest will begin “wrapping” the house in preparation for stucco. A small team will also need to install the doors and windows. Once complete, in an ideal scenario, the crew will come back together, mix and apply the first coat of stucco, and finish out the work day. After dinner, you can relax by hanging at the camp fire, pool or playing games inside the dining hall.
Day Three: You’re almost there. It’s a good idea to do most of your packing before heading to breakfast. Today will be about the finishing touches. Most importantly the crew will need to apply the second coat of stucco. Once that is done and the house is finished, we recommend that you clean up the site of all garbage, tools and unused materials (especially nails). We urge groups to gather with the family inside their new home for a closing prayer and key presentation. This is the preferred time to take group photos and present any donations to the family. After the presentation your group will head back to camp for a quick lunch, pack the rest of your belongings, take an optional shower or swim and proceed home.
WHAT TO BRING:
*Something to sleep in (tent or r.v)
*Sleeping bag, blanket and pillow
*Foam or air mattress
*Toiletries (toothbrush,toothpaste,soap)
*Towel and washcloth
*Flashlight (bring extra batteries)
*Water / Canteen
*Camp Chair
*Sunglasses and Hat
*Sun block, Lip balm, insect repellant
*Work gloves
*Work shoes (2 pair)
*Work Clothes (NO dresses,shorts,capris or tank tops)
*Campground clothes (shorts & dresses ok)
*Warm clothes (jacket/sweatshirt)
*Rain gear
*Bible, journal, and pen
*Camera & film
*DO NOT BRING - Drugs, Alcohol or Weapons of any kind.