Deep in the mossy, rainy heart of the great state of Oregon, where the towering Douglas Fir trees kiss the cotton candy clouds, and where rainbows take a quick nap after a drizzle, there exists a magical land known as the "Emerald State". Oregon, a place bursting with secret gardens and fantastical creatures who, quite frankly, have not had their morning coffee yet! Now, imagine a crew of lively, daring and not-so-typical kids, known as the "Oregon Green Thumbs". They are not just any kids, but amazing gardeners who possess the greenest thumbs you could ever imagine. They could grow a carrot as tall as a baby giraffe or a pumpkin as round as a very fat panda! Oh, and let's not forget their fearless leader, Fergus the Fantastically Furry Forest Frog. Fergus is no ordinary frog. With his neon green skin brighter than a glow-stick, and his belly filled with sunshine, he guides these children on many incredible garden adventures. He has a bizarre sense of humor that involves ribbeting puns; you would think he gets them from a 'ribbetting' site! Every day, the "Oregon Green Thumbs" and Fergus would don their garden gloves, pull out their spades, and trek into the mystical wilderness of Oregon. They would trail down the Cascade Mountains, race alongside the rapid Rogue River, and weave through the bustling city of Portland, all to find the perfect spots for their magical gardens. Between Fergus' terrible ribbeting jokes and the kids' laughter that could make an owl hoot in surprise, it's hard to tell who gets the most dirt under their fingernails or who tells the silliest story. But one thing is for sure - gardening in Oregon is far from ordinary. It is an adventure that promises laughter, learning, and a love of nature that will grow faster than a sunflower on a sunny day.
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For over 50 years, Frontier Camp has been dedicated to making disciples of Jesus by sharing God’s Word amidst the beauty of His creation. Since our founding in 1969, we’ve been licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and are proudly accredited by the American Camping Association. We’re also a member of the Christian Camping and Conference Association. Our mission is to use Christian camping and outdoor recreation as a means to support local churches in fulfilling the Great Commission—evangelizing people of all ages and discipling believers toward deeper maturity in Christ. Frontier Camp offers a dual ministry: during the summer, we host a 10-week youth camp, and throughout the rest of the year, we serve as a retreat facility for churches and like-minded religious organizations. Whether through summer camps or retreats, our goal remains the same: to expose people to Christ and encourage their spiritual growth through His Word and by reflecting His character in everything we do. While we provide top-notch recreation and exciting programming, the heart of our camp is the spiritual impact, rooted in the truth of God’s inerrant Word.
Most youth organizations talk about preparing kids for the future or future leadership positions. This is great, but we believe kids and teens are leaders now. They don't need to wait for the future to shape the world. We help youth be the best 7-year-old they can be or the best 17-year-old. We guide kids and teens of all ages to boost their confidence and unlock their potential so they can thrive—where they are now. Thrive{ology} is our research-based approach to teaching every kid or teen how to be a better friend, student, son, daughter, member of society, sister, brother...today. Every Camp Fire program across the country uses Thrive{ology} to teach youth to identify sparks, develop a growth mindset, learn goal management, and take time to reflect.