Returning Staff Application Form

We are excited you are considering returning on Summer Staff. Please pray and consider your reasons for returning. We want to challenge you to come back with the mindset of being a Spiritual Leader and Pace Setter on our staff. Please pray that God is calling you back to be in more of a leadership role amongst the other staff members and campers.

Applying for which camp? *

Full Name *

First Name Middle Name Last Name

Gender *

Male Female

Current Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code Country

Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number

Email Address *

Birth Date

Month Day Year

My age as of June 1st this upcoming summer *

Are you a legal U.S. Resident?

Marital Status

By June 1st of this upcoming summer, I will have completed this year of my education.

School now attending?

Major Field of Study?

Area of Past Responsibility at Lone Tree Camps?

Are you presently under a doctor's care? *

Yes No

Do you have any disabilities, diseases, or allergies that would prevent full participation in the program? *

Yes No

Do you have any health condition that requires special attention? *

Yes No

Do you take medication on a regular basis? *

Yes No

Have you ever received treatment or counseling for a mental or emotional condition? *

Yes No

If "Yes" to any of the above, please explain.

In Case of Emergency contact *

Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number

Have you or are you currently using *

How often and date last used?

Have you ever been convicted of a crime, including sex related or child abuse related, been imprisoned, or placed on probation? *

Yes No

If "Yes", please explain

Church currently attending

How would you describe your relationship with God right now?

As a returning Staff Member, what do you think you can contribute to the Spiritual Development of the Staff and Campers at Lone Tree?

What is one thing we can do to improve our Summer Staff experience?

What do you think God is currently leading you to do with you life?

Name one goal you have for this summer?

Please explain why you want to come back on Summer Staff?

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Program Director, Food Services Director, Bible Teacher, Worship Leader, Maintenance Director

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

Office Manager, Camp Registrar, Camp Nurse, Media (Social, Videographer, Photographer)

FOOD SERVICE TEAM

Assistant Cook, Hospitality Manager (Ranch Only), Waitstaff (Hospitality), Dishwasher

PROGRAM TEAM

RANCH

Floater - Alpine Tower (Ropes Course), Screamer (3 Person Giant Swing), and Rifle Range Instructor

Fat Bike Crew - Fat Bike and Waterslide Instructor

Rappelling Instructor

Zip Line Instructor

Wrangler and Assistant Wrangler - Horseback Trail Riding

Mission Bikes Facilitator - Food Delivery and Work Project Outreach Programs

Cabin Counselor

FORT

Rock Climbing Wall Instructor

Rappelling Instructor

Wrangler and Assistant Wrangler - Horseback Trail Riding

Ropes Course Facilitator

Rifle Range Instructor

Archery Instructor

Zip Line Instructor

RC Car Track Facilitator

Skit Leader

Cabin Counselor

LAKESHORE

Lifeguard

Boat Driver

River Float Trip Facilitator

Cabin Counselor

MISSIONS

Missions Leader

First Position Preference *

Second Position Preference *

Third Position Preference *

Are you willing to be flexible in order to promote the smooth operation of camp? *

Yes No

Please list any special training, skills or certifications you currently hold.

I understand all Lone Tree Summer Staff are required to hold a current CPR and First Aid card prior to my arrival should I be accepted on staff. *

Yes No

LONE TREE STAFF STANDARD OF CONDUCT

1st Corinthians 10:23 Christian Liberty: "Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible, but not everything is constructive. Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others."

1st Corinthians 10:31 Christian Example: "So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it ALL for the glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jew, Greek, or the church of God - even as I (Paul) try to please everybody in everyway. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. Follow my example as I follow Christ."

The following are listed only as a guide to help ensure the smooth, safe operation of the camp program, and to maintain a Christ-like community within our full time and summer staff. It is in no way complete since there will be times and areas where you will have to practice your own Christian Liberty and say "no" to some things even if you feel they are not wrong. More complete guidelines are explained in each camp's Staff Handbook which you may request prior to employment.

No fireworks (because of the dry conditions).

No guns or hunting.

No dogs / cats or pets (except for full time staff and must be approved by the Camp Director prior to your arrival).

No chewing tobacco or smoking of any kind.

On movies: Remember that you represent the Lord and the camp. Please use care in the selection of the movies you see.

On dating: Remember why you are here this summer - for ministry. Although a ministry is a great place to meet others of the opposite sex, serious relationships can hinder the quality and quantity of time that you should be spending with your campers and other staff members. Dating among summer staff is strongly discouraged. Staff members who are unable to handle their responsibilities due to a relationship will have their contract terminated and be asked to leave.

No alcoholic beverages of any kind.

No loaning of vehicles or money. This keeps any staff disputes to a minimum.

No profane language, fighting, loss of temper, or impatience with camp guests.

Radios are permitted as long as they are not heard outside of staff housing and you are not disturbing your room-mates. If you do listen to secular music, please use headphones so you do not offend your roommates. Radios are not permitted in camper housing as we are trying to promote a natural setting.

No staff other than kitchen staff or those having business in food service are allowed in the kitchen.

Please do not leave the camp property unless: a. Your responsibilities are fully completed or covered. b. You have notified the Director or person in charge.

To avoid burnout, make sure you are getting sufficient rest on the weekends and spending quality time with the Lord each day.

Absolutely no guys in the girl's dorm and no girls in the guy's dorm.

On appearance: Please dress with Christian modesty as a representative of Christ. Be aware of your camp’s policy on hairstyles, jewelry/piercing and tattoos. ALL TATTOOS MUST BE COVERED WHILE CAMPERS ARE ON THE PROPERTY.

All staff are required to be at all morning devotions and staff meetings on time unless approved duty conflicts.

Staff members are subject to dismissal when the Camp Director determines that his/her conduct or attitude is detrimental to the campers, staff or camp.

Do you agree to live by the Lone Tree Staff Standards while employed at Lone Tree Camps? *

Yes No

If you are arrested and/or convicted of a crime(s) during your employment with a Lone Tree Camp, do you consent to make your arrest and/or conviction known to your Camp Director on an immediate basis? *

Yes No

We believe in:

The Divine Inspiration and consequent authority of the whole canonical Scriptures; the fulfillment of its prophecies and the reliability of its promises. (II Peter 1:20-21; II Timothy 3:16-17)

The Doctrine of the Trinity: One God, able to reveal Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (John 14:16-17; Matthew 28:19)

The Fall of man through the working of Satan (who is a created being and the enemy of God); his consequent moral depravity; his need of regeneration; the resurrection of the body, both the just and the unjust; the eternal life of the saved in Heaven and eternal punishment of the lost. (Romans 5:12; 6:23; Genesis 1:16)

The Atonement through the substitutionary death, shed blood, and physical resurrection of the virgin born, True-God, True-Man, Jesus the Christ. (Romans 5:8-9)

The Doctrine of Justification by Faith through God's grace. (Romans 3:21-26; John 1:12)

The personal, "At any moment" return of Jesus Christ to catch up the redeemed to be with Himself. (Acts 1:11; I Thessalonians 4:16-17)

The indwelling of the Holy Spirit the moment a person accepts Jesus Christ as personal savior. (Romans 8:9, 11,13,14)

The bestowing of Spiritual Gifts on the member of the body (the Church) as God sovereignly deems it best. Such gifts are for the edification of the whole body, not merely for the enjoyment or enrichment of the individual members possessing them. (1 Peter 4:10-11; Ephesians 4:11-13; Romans 12:3-8; I Corinthians 12, 14)

No particular gift, including speaking in tongues (which were unlearned languages; Acts 2:4-12) is a necessary sign of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit nor a sign of spirituality. We are not directed to seek any certain gift, but we are to desire the greater gifts. (I Corinthians 12:27-31)

Do you agree with Lone Tree Camps Statement of Faith? *

Yes No

Our main objective at Lone Tree is to provide a unique camping experience in which we are able to share the Gospel with young people and encourage them in their Christian growth.

Since it is our desire to provide a quality program, comfortable facilities, and exciting activities, the cost becomes quite expensive. It is also our wish that a person would not be prevented from coming to camp because of a high camp fee. We have been able to accomplish this by underwriting 1/3 of our entire budget. God has graciously met our needs and supplied the needed funds through service and staff raising their financial support. All full time staff raise support, as do summer staff. The Lone Tree system emphasizes trusting God for His provision.

On the chart below is the pay scale for summer staff. Your expenses at camp will be minimal, consisting of laundry and approximately four meals eaten in town each week (depending on the camp) when the camp kitchen is closed. The scale is based upon age, responsibilities, and number of years on Lone Tree Staff. To figure out how much you need to raise, simply multiply the amount which applies to you times 11 (number of weeks at camp) plus $100.00 for staff training. All donations are made to Lone Tree Inc. for Tax purposes. The monies you raise will then go into the staff support fund and you are paid out of the fund along with the rest of the summer staff. Lone Tree will assist you in raising funds by providing sample letters, ideas, brochures, and other helps. The key to raising support is to let your need be known to as many people as possible and to start at least four months before summer camp (if possible).

We encourage our staff to write to their supporters often and inform them of what they are doing and learning. If accepted, you will come to Lone Tree as part of a summer ministry team to counsel and minister to others. In addition to raising up people to support you financially, you will also encourage them to pray for you regularly.

We trust that your summer at Lone Tree will be one of tremendous growth. The experiences and principles that you will learn will help prepare you for a more fruitful and rewarding life.

2021 STAFF EMPLOYMENT DATES:

RANCH: May 18th - July 31st

FORT: June 7th - July 31st

Weekly Pay Scale

Undergraduate High School Student $200.00

Graduated High School Student $225.00

Completed First Year Staff College Student $250 (Ranch/Fort)

Completed Second Year Staff College Student $275 (Ranch/Fort)

Completed Third Year Staff College Student $300 (Ranch/Fort)

Completed Fourth Year Staff College Student $325(Ranch/Fort)

I realize that the Lone Tree Staff program is designed to promote spiritual growth and maturity through instruction and training in the basic skills of the Christian life. I have stated my personal goals and objectives on how I hope to grow. I also realize that, if accepted, I will immediately enter a summer program of training which will include an operational job, a program of personal Bible study and Scripture memorization, practical training sessions and opportunities in personal evangelism, athletics, and group leadership. If accepted on the Lone Tree Staff I agree to wholeheartedly comply with the "Lone Tree Statement of Faith" and "Standard of Conduct". I also agree to abide by all Staff Handbook rules, to keep a positive Christian attitude, to live above reproach on the weekends, and to represent Lone Tree in a positive manner while off the camp property." "If accepted as a staff member, I agree to be at Lone Tree by the date and time required by the camp accepting me. I also agree to remain in the staff program until its completion as required by the program.” (See insert titled “Lone Tree Support System” for dates.) (NOTE: If you anticipate difficulty in meeting your camp’s dates please explain in writing and submit with your application. No exceptions will e made after you arrive at camp unless in case of extreme emergency.)

2021 RETURNING STAFF EMPLOYMENT DATES:

RANCH: June 3rd - AUGUST 10th

FORT: June 7th - July 31st

Do you agree to the Personal Commitment? *

Yes No

Please list any conflict you have with the employment dates.

Upload a picture of yourself *

Once you are hired you will be mailed a staff support packet that will include instructions, brochures, sample letters, and other helps. Your responsibility is to write a minimum of 20 support letters to family, friends, and contacts. Please feel free to call if you have any questions. If you raise more than your summer pay, the excess money will go into the staff support fund to help other staff members who have not raised all of their support.

E-mail

Lone Tree Returning Staff Application

Education

Medical History

Personal History

Please list your position preference from the list below.

Statement of Faith

Lone Tree Staff Support System

Personal Commitment