CC T&G Roof Deck
CC T&G Roof Deck is Camper Cabin (CC) Tough-and-Groove (T&G) Roof Deck, a custom Wood Product developed and produced for the ATTB Construction Project. The product is produced out of Northern White Pine as part of our Forestry Stewardship Program to log out pine in favor of mixed hardwoods. The product is logged by CDP…
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One of the main reasons for purchasing Camp Deerpark was to offer a Christian camping experience to children and youth associated with the New York City Mennonite churches. In July of 1969, only two months after the purchase of camp, the first week of children’s summer camp was held. Two one-week camps were offered for…
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Cleanliness is the Housekeeping building located behind Spruce Lodge. Equipment Related Threads Related threads use the Cleanliness tag.
Read MoreConfession of Faith
Confession of Faith is a Summary Statement of the 1995 Confession of Faith in a Mennonite Perspective affirmed by Camp Deerpark and the Mennonite Churches of New York City who own the Camp. The full text of the document, including helpful commentary and interpretation is available here. 1. We believe that God exists and is pleased with all who…
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Adopted By Board of Directors September 28, 2013 1. Express the Love of Jesus and Biblical Principles a. To every person that comes on to the camp grounds including summer camp children, weekend retreat guests, individuals on personal retreat, and the garbage truck driver. b. By having integrity in all business dealings with: Vendors Guest…
Read MoreCreation Field Guide
Creation Field Guide is a collaborative project to identify and describe the diverse plants and animals found on The Grounds of Camp Deerpark and the surrounding area. The guide combines photos and descriptions of organisms along with information about their behavior, natural history, and role in the ecology of Camp. This project is part of…
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Maynard Shirk was born into a traditionally Mennonite family. For him, that meant he could trace his roots to Shirks in France and Germany almost10 generations back. He grew up learning Pennsylvania Dutch and English at the same time and he knew almost everyone who lived around him. When he went to college, he was…
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