2011 Rocket Launch & Campout
4th Annual LCG Milwaukee Campout & Rocket Launch
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The Campout and Rocket Launch will be held on Memorial Day Weekend, starting Friday afternoon, May 27th thru Monday, May 30th at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area, in Kansasville, WI.
Location:
Richard Bong State Recreation Area
26313 Burlington Rd
Kansasville, WI 53139
Sunrise Campground
Group Campsites C & D
C: Maximum of 25 people allowed
D: Maximum of 50 people allowed (Also a large group tent will be set up on this site for meal gatherings.)
Cost:
Cost for the entire weekend, including 3 nights of tent camping and 6 meals is: $20.00 per adult 18 and older and $10.00 per child 7 to 17 years of age, 6 and under are free. In addition, there is a park-entrance fee: $7/day per car for Wisconsin residents and $10/day per car for non-Wisconsin residents.
For those of you that will not be camping, but would like to join us for food and activities, you will be subject to this park-entrance fee as well. If you will be attending, but not camping, please still sign up so we can plan for meals.
There will also be a donation jar available for those that are just attending during the day or for additional costs not included, such as campfire wood.
Reservations:
For those who will be tent-camping, Milwaukee LCG has reserved two group camp-sites and payment can be mailed to Ron Oliver at: 1108 Fleetfoot Dr. # E, Waukesha, WI 53186. (Please make checks payable to: Milwaukee Local Activity Fund.)
Anyone that has a camper must make their own reservations through the park for a camper-acceptable site at: Richard Bong State Recreation Area, 26313 Burlington Rd., (which is Hwy 142) Kansasville, WI 53139, Phone: 262-878-5600.
Area Hotels:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kenosha-Pleasant Prairie
7887 94th Avenue
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin 53158
Phone: (262) 942-6000 or (800) HOLIDAY
14.61 miles/19 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
La Quinta Inn/Pleasant Prairie Kenosha
7540 118th Avenue
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Phone: (262) 857-7911
12.54 miles/16 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
Super 8 Kenosha/Pleasant Prairie
7601 118th Avenue
I-94 Exit 344 Hwy. 50
Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158-1129
Phone: (262) 857-7963
E-Mail: super8kenosha@gmail.com
12.56 miles/16 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
Days Inn
12121 75th Street
Kenosha, WI 53142
Phone: (262) 857-2311
15 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
Comfort Suites
7206 122nd Avenue
Kenosha, WI, US, 53142
Phone: (262) 857-3450
12.43 miles/15 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
Best Western Executive Inn
7220 122nd Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53142
Phone: (877) 574-2464
8.28 miles/18 minutes from Best Western Harborside Inn & Kenosha Conference Center; 12.42 miles/15 minutes to Bong Recreation Center
Campout Schedule:
Friday
Arrival: 3-8 p.m.; Be set-up by sundown (approximately 8:30 p.m.)
Dinner: Meal provided from 7-9 p.m.; bring your own beverages
Saturday
Breakfast: Meal/drinks provided at 8:30 a.m.
*Chicago congregation responsible for cooking/clean-up
Lunch: On your own
Sabbath Service: 1:00 p.m. in Shelter #2
Bible Study: 3:30 p.m. in Shelter #2
Dinner: Meal/drinks provided at 6:00 p.m. (bring a dessert to share)
*Milwaukee congregation responsible for cooking/clean-up
Hymn Sing: 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
Breakfast: Meal/drinks provided at 8:30 a.m.
*Wisconsin Dells congregation responsible for cooking/clean-up
Lunch: Picnic (meat and beverages provided, bring a dish to pass & a dessert to share )
Rocket Launch: 2:00 p.m.
Dinner: On your own
Monday
Breakfast: Meal/drinks provided at 8:30 a.m.
*Dubuque congregation responsible for cooking/clean-up
Pack up and depart!
Other Items:
- You must bring all of your own camping gear for the weekend.
- Please bring your chairs to all gatherings (meals, church service, etc.).
- There is no electricity on the group campsites so please plan accordingly. Lanterns are needed.
- There will be a group campfire provided nightly.
- Some meals are provided, others are on your own (see schedule above for complete details)
- Where meals are provided, cutlery (silverware, plates, cups) will also be provided
- Alcohol is permitted in the campground, bring and consume in moderation if you desire
- Rocket launch: feel free to bring a model rocket if you would like to participate or simply join in and watch others!
- There are several cities within a few miles from the campground if you need to purchase supplies (Burlington – 6 miles, Kenosha – 17 miles)
If you have any questions, please contact Ron Oliver 414-840-7570 or Tim Elertson at 920-253-8734.
Services:
Church services will be held at the campground beginning at 1:00pm. Bible Study is from 3:30pm – 5:00pm. Dressy casual wear will be acceptable for these occasions (please no flip flops/shorts).
Please sign up ASAP so we can plan meals. Sign up deadline is April 30th.
Any questions can be directed to Ron Oliver at (414)840-7570 or Tim Elertson at (920)253-8734.
Directions:
Richard Bong State Recreation Area is located 8 miles southeast of Burlington, Wisconsin, on State Highway 142. The entrance is a little less than a mile west of State Highway 75. It’s about 47 miles from Milwaukee, 71 miles from Chicago, and 362 miles from Minneapolis.
• From the North
Take any roads to get to I94, go south to WI.142 (exit # 340). Go west about 10 miles. The entrance to Bong Rec Area is located about 1 mile west of WI.75, on WI.142. Look for test signs after checking in at check in station.
• From Indiana
Take any roads to get to Interstate 294 North, go north into Wisconsin. Go north to WI. Rte. 142 (exit # 340). Go west about 10 miles. The entrance to Bong Rec Area is located about 1 mile west of Rte. 75, on WI. Rte. 142. Look for test signs after checking in at check in station.
• From Minnesota
Take either I-94 or I-90 Eastbound into Wisconsin. Continue southbound on I-90/94 to Madison. Take I-90 East exit for about 45 miles to the I-43 North exit. Take I-43 North for about 28 miles to WI-11 exit. Take WI-11 East about 11 miles into Burlington. Look for Jefferson St. ( WI-43) turn left onto Jefferson, cross river, go to Main, make right onto Main. Main turns in WI-142. Take WI-142 East about 8 miles. Look for Bong Recreation Area on right side of road.
• From Iowa
Take I-80 Eastbound into Illinois, to the I-88 Exit. Take I-88 East (~78 mi.) to I-39 N/US-51 N exit. Merge onto I-39 North. Take I-39 North (~21 mi.) toward Rockford. Take I-39 N/ US-20E towards Wisc/Belvidere/Rockford. Merge onto I-39N, continue about 3 miles. Take I-90 West/US-51 North exit (on left) to Wisconsin. Take I-90 West (Toll) for about 17 miles, then I-90 West ( No Toll) about 2 miles to I-43 North exit. Take I-43 North for about 28 miles to WI-11 exit. Take WI-11 East about 11 miles into Burlington. Look for Jefferson St. ( WI-43) turn left onto Jefferson, cross river, go to Main, make right onto Main. Main turns in WI-142. Take WI-142 East about 8 miles. Look for Bong Recreation Area on right side of road. Enter road to check station. Look for test signs after checking in at check in station.
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Milwaukee Area Family Weekend 2010
Rocket Science!
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Eighty-five brethren gathered from Milwaukee, Chicago, Wisconsin Dells and as far away as Indiana and Kansas City, Missouri for the 3rd annual Milwaukee Area Family Weekend at beautiful Bong State Park in Kansasville, Wisconsin, July 24-25.
Sabbath services were held in Kenosha, Wisconsin with a powerful message on “Seeing the Big Picture” followed by an inspiring Bible Study on “Dynamic Prayer.” On Sunday, July 25, brethren enjoyed a wonderful picnic atmosphere that included a baking contest. The younger children were able to enjoy games and a rented inflatable “Moon Walk” that provided plenty of fun and excitement.
After the noon meal, it was then off to the launch site which was an old Air Force runway. More than 35 rockets of all shapes and sizes were launched with the highest going up to 1,500 feet in the clear blue sky. It was a memorable weekend for everyone involved. The wonderful fellowship and Christian camaraderie were enjoyed by all. We all thank God for the beautiful weather and the unity that He provided in making this a wonderful success. Afterward it was safe to say that everyone had a “blast”!
