Arrival And Departure
Check-in at the Thomas Center upon your arrival at camp. Please plan to arrive between 5:00-6:15 pm on Friday evening, January 24. You'll receive your lodging assignment, retreat schedule, and concession tickets at check-in. After that, head to the Dining Hall where we'll start showing the film Overcomer at 6:30 PM.
Check-Out will be after chapel on Sunday morning, around 10:30 AM.
For those attending Saturday only, plan to arrive between 8:00-8:30 AM and head directly to the Dining Hall. Breakfast will be served until 9:15 AM.
Check-Out will be after chapel on Sunday morning, around 10:30 AM.
For those attending Saturday only, plan to arrive between 8:00-8:30 AM and head directly to the Dining Hall. Breakfast will be served until 9:15 AM.
Thomas Center Administration Building
Schedule
Our staff has been working hard to create an exciting schedule for this special event! We’d appreciate your participation at all activities. Chapel attendance is mandatory. The Freeze-Out schedule of activities will be handed out upon check-in.
If you've ever attended a Family Film Friday at Trail Ridge, we'll follow a similar schedule on Friday night. Supper that night will be concession style with options like pizza, hotdogs, nachos, and much more. (Concessions are included in the retreat cost) At the end of the night, we'll open up the Game Room.
On Saturday, we'll have a morning and evening chapel session, some group family activities, downhill tubing, s'mores, and Broomball games at our ice rink! We'll have a special snowman themed breakfast on Sunday morning, and wrap up after a final chapel session.
If you've ever attended a Family Film Friday at Trail Ridge, we'll follow a similar schedule on Friday night. Supper that night will be concession style with options like pizza, hotdogs, nachos, and much more. (Concessions are included in the retreat cost) At the end of the night, we'll open up the Game Room.
On Saturday, we'll have a morning and evening chapel session, some group family activities, downhill tubing, s'mores, and Broomball games at our ice rink! We'll have a special snowman themed breakfast on Sunday morning, and wrap up after a final chapel session.
Standards Of Conduct
-The highest standards of moral conduct will be maintained, and all camp activities at Trail Ridge are to be above reproach.
-Children must be supervised by a parent at all times.
-Children under 18 will not be able to participate in camp activities without a parent present.
-Unless consent is given by the Trail Ridge Camp Director, follow the camp curfew as listed on the schedule.
-Alcohol, tobacco, electronic smoking devices and illicit drug use are banned from Trail Ridge.
-Crude, profane or obscene language, taking God’s name in vain, cursing, and other offensive language will not be tolerated.
-All shower houses and restrooms are male and female restricted. This is to be observed by all Trail Ridge guests.
-Vandalism, filthiness, and destruction of camp property will not be tolerated. Guests will be responsible for any damages or excessive filth to the facilities, grounds and/or equipment beyond the wear and tear associated with normal use.
-It is expected of campers to keep all dwellings and activity areas neat and clean. End of the stay basic clean-up will be handled by camp guests.
-No pets will be allowed on the Trail Ridge facilities—no exceptions.
-Modesty and discretion are to be maintained in both dress and behavior by all campers and staff.
-Children must be supervised by a parent at all times.
-Children under 18 will not be able to participate in camp activities without a parent present.
-Unless consent is given by the Trail Ridge Camp Director, follow the camp curfew as listed on the schedule.
-Alcohol, tobacco, electronic smoking devices and illicit drug use are banned from Trail Ridge.
-Crude, profane or obscene language, taking God’s name in vain, cursing, and other offensive language will not be tolerated.
-All shower houses and restrooms are male and female restricted. This is to be observed by all Trail Ridge guests.
-Vandalism, filthiness, and destruction of camp property will not be tolerated. Guests will be responsible for any damages or excessive filth to the facilities, grounds and/or equipment beyond the wear and tear associated with normal use.
-It is expected of campers to keep all dwellings and activity areas neat and clean. End of the stay basic clean-up will be handled by camp guests.
-No pets will be allowed on the Trail Ridge facilities—no exceptions.
-Modesty and discretion are to be maintained in both dress and behavior by all campers and staff.
What To Bring:
What Not To Bring:
-Bedding (Sleeping Bags or Bedding for a twin-sized bunk) and Pillow
-Towels
-Personal Toiletries and Hygiene Products
-Any Medications you may need
-Warm Clothes for outdoor activities
-Bible, Notebook and Pen
-Your family's favorite Board Game
-Spending Money (in small bills) for Snack Shop and Camp Store
-Towels
-Personal Toiletries and Hygiene Products
-Any Medications you may need
-Warm Clothes for outdoor activities
-Bible, Notebook and Pen
-Your family's favorite Board Game
-Spending Money (in small bills) for Snack Shop and Camp Store
-Weapons or anything that would endanger our campers or staff
-Alcohol or Illicit Drugs
-Morally Offensive Literature
-Clothing that isn’t approved in the Dress Code
-Literature to distribute
(We ask our guests not use camp as a platform to distribute materials of any kind.)
-Alcohol or Illicit Drugs
-Morally Offensive Literature
-Clothing that isn’t approved in the Dress Code
-Literature to distribute
(We ask our guests not use camp as a platform to distribute materials of any kind.)
Snowman Breakfast
Get ready for the Snowman Breakfast on Sunday morning! We'll have snowman pancakes, a "melted snowman" yogurt bar, and open up the photo booth for family pictures.
New this year - Snowman building contest! Throughout the retreat, families are encouraged to join in and build their best snow creation. We'll take pictures to display during Sunday Breakfast. You're welcome to bring whatever you'd like to decorate your snowman (hats, scarves, carrots, etc.) and we'll have some items available at camp as well. Families can also build a snowman at home and email a picture of it to info@trailridge.org. The pictures must include who made it. All the entries (from before and during the retreat) will be compiled and a winner picked. May the best snowman win!
New this year - Snowman building contest! Throughout the retreat, families are encouraged to join in and build their best snow creation. We'll take pictures to display during Sunday Breakfast. You're welcome to bring whatever you'd like to decorate your snowman (hats, scarves, carrots, etc.) and we'll have some items available at camp as well. Families can also build a snowman at home and email a picture of it to info@trailridge.org. The pictures must include who made it. All the entries (from before and during the retreat) will be compiled and a winner picked. May the best snowman win!
Dress Code
At Trail Ridge, we strive to honor God through our words, actions, and appearance. All camp staff, volunteers, and campers are expected to follow the dress code, which will be enforced by camp staff.
When packing, please choose clothing that reflects modesty. Here are the guidelines:
Shorts must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
Skintight clothing is not considered appropriate coverage unless worn as a base layer.
Undergarments should never be visible.
Sleeveless shirts are permissible, but tank tops are not allowed.
Clothing with inappropriate messages (suggestive language or content promoting non-biblical values) is not permitted.
Skirts and dresses must be knee-length or longer, and shorts must be worn underneath for camp activities.
Event Specific: Some items of clothing you will want to consider bringing: winter gear like snow pants, hats, gloves, and boots.
Trail Ridge reserves the right to request any camper to change clothing if, in the staff's judgement, the outfit is immodest, inappropriate, or inconsistent with the camp's standards. Decisions regarding the appropriateness of clothing, footwear, and accessories will be made by Trail Ridge Administration. If a camper’s dress does not meet these standards, they will be asked to change. We appreciate parents’ and campers’ compliance and support in enforcing these dress standards.
When packing, please choose clothing that reflects modesty. Here are the guidelines:
Shorts must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
Skintight clothing is not considered appropriate coverage unless worn as a base layer.
Undergarments should never be visible.
Sleeveless shirts are permissible, but tank tops are not allowed.
Clothing with inappropriate messages (suggestive language or content promoting non-biblical values) is not permitted.
Skirts and dresses must be knee-length or longer, and shorts must be worn underneath for camp activities.
Event Specific: Some items of clothing you will want to consider bringing: winter gear like snow pants, hats, gloves, and boots.
Trail Ridge reserves the right to request any camper to change clothing if, in the staff's judgement, the outfit is immodest, inappropriate, or inconsistent with the camp's standards. Decisions regarding the appropriateness of clothing, footwear, and accessories will be made by Trail Ridge Administration. If a camper’s dress does not meet these standards, they will be asked to change. We appreciate parents’ and campers’ compliance and support in enforcing these dress standards.
Health And Safety
If you or any member of your family attending Family Freeze-Out is showing signs of illness such as an
upset stomach, vomiting, fever above 100, diarrhea, etc. within 24 hours of coming to camp, we ask that
you do not attend Trail Ridge. In this case please contact the camp office as soon. To read our cancellation policy, click HERE.
upset stomach, vomiting, fever above 100, diarrhea, etc. within 24 hours of coming to camp, we ask that
you do not attend Trail Ridge. In this case please contact the camp office as soon. To read our cancellation policy, click HERE.
Pets At Camp
Dogs and other pets are not allowed to be out on camp property even if they are on a leash. Accidents in various forms happen even with pets that have always been reliably well-behaved. As Trail Ridge is a pet-free facility, we respectfully ask that your pets (even the ones you consider to be family) stay home.
Vehicles
For the safety of camp participants, all vehicles must maintain the posted speed limit of 15 mph or less. All vehicles must stay on the roads, not on walking trails or to the lake without prior consent of the camp director. Groups must stay on the roads and refrain from driving through the grass. Vehicles at camp are intended for the use of convenience, not recreation. When parked, keys must be removed from any vehicle for the safety of all guests. Vehicles may only be operated by adults age 18 or older with a valid driver’s license.
Directions To Camp
Directions to Camp From Madison
Get onto I-94 W
Take Exit 92 for WI-12
Turn Left on WI-12
Turn Right onto WI-33 W toward Reedsburg
Follow WI-33 W all the way through Hillsboro
Turn Left onto WI-82
Turn Right onto Warner Avenue
Turn Right onto Cherith Way
Trail Ridge Camp / S2695 Cherith Way, Hillsboro WI, 54634
Get onto I-94 W
Take Exit 92 for WI-12
Turn Left on WI-12
Turn Right onto WI-33 W toward Reedsburg
Follow WI-33 W all the way through Hillsboro
Turn Left onto WI-82
Turn Right onto Warner Avenue
Turn Right onto Cherith Way
Trail Ridge Camp / S2695 Cherith Way, Hillsboro WI, 54634
Directions to Camp From LaCrosse
Get onto WI-33 E
Turn Right onto WI-131 S
Turn Left onto County Road P
Turn Right onto Warner Avenue
Turn Left onto Cherith Way
When you get to the top of the hill on Cherith Way, turn left through the gates. Continue on the gravel road. You will pass a small log cabin on the right. The next building on the left side of the road is the Thomas Administration Center. Park in front of this building and come inside the "Registration" entrance to check-in.
Get onto WI-33 E
Turn Right onto WI-131 S
Turn Left onto County Road P
Turn Right onto Warner Avenue
Turn Left onto Cherith Way
When you get to the top of the hill on Cherith Way, turn left through the gates. Continue on the gravel road. You will pass a small log cabin on the right. The next building on the left side of the road is the Thomas Administration Center. Park in front of this building and come inside the "Registration" entrance to check-in.