In 2011, Tamarack Grief Resource Center will be offering A Camp To Remember (ACTR) for kids ages 8-14 who have lost a family member, Teen Retreats for teens grieving the death of a family member, and a Women’s Rendezvous for women grieving the loss of a loved one, on the following dates:
Camp and Retreat dates for 2011:
(2012 Camp dates coming soon…!!)
May 3rd, 4:30-6:00pm (Tuesday) ACTR Open House and Reunion (Free), Ruby’s Inn and Convention Center (Missoula) A chance to reconnect for past campers and connect for new campers. Learn about our grief camps at Flathead and Georgetown Lakes. Bring your swimsuits!
- May 21-22, (Saturday-Sunday) Women’s Rendezvous, Flathead Lake (Camp Marshall)
- June 16-19 (Thursday – Sunday), ACTR, Flathead Lake (ages 8-14)
- July (date TBA), Teen Retreat, Missoula (high school students)
- August 7-10 (Sunday – Wednesday), ACTR, Georgetown Lake (ages 8-14)
- September 30-October 2 (Friday-Sunday), Teen Camp, Flathead Lake (Camp Marshall), students in high school through age 19.
A Camp To Remember includes:
- Consultation with parent/guardian to determine child’s likelihood to benefit from grief camp
- Information packets to families (Camp info, grief resources, and tip sheets)
- Training packet to staff (Info on childhood grief, leadership, communication, activities)
- 6-hour Professional Training/Orientation for Staff Team
- 4-day, 3-night Grief Camp at Georgetown Lake or Flathead Lake
- T-shirts and stuffed animals for campers – symbols of care and togetherness
- Parent/Guardian Workshop – “Supporting our Kids; Supporting our Selves”
- Family Day: Bringing campers & families together to share stories, songs, & good food!
- Holiday Cards: Greetings and support for kids and staff during the winter
- Camp Reunions: Gatherings for campers to maintain contact and strengthen support network
Year-round support/consultations are available.
Please contact our office for registration and scholarship forms, (406) 541-8472.