Lodging at the Wyndham Resort (Beachfront lodging) or the Nassau Retreat Center
Meals provided through local restaurants and churches
Only minutes away from the beach, snorkeling, and other activities
The following is only a sample list of available projects. However, there are countless other ways that one can serve on the island. Mission Encounter specializes in adapting work projects to fit the strengths and talents of each individual team.
Church ministries:
General repairs to churches
Landscaping
Painting projects
Cleaning
Construction – completing the District Center that will house several ministries for the entire island.
Community Ministries:
VBS programs for community kids
Painting projects
Community cleanup
The following is a general outline of the weekly schedule for Camp Nassau. Please note that this schedule is the 6 night program in which participants will be staying at the Wyndham Resort. The schedule for participants staying at the Nassau Retreat Center is very similar, only one day shorter.
Breakfast Depart for work site Lunch (on your own) Return to worksites Dinner Free time (devotionals, games, or local site-seeing) Praise and worship service Curfew
Friday:
9:00 9:45 6:00-7:30 11:00
Breakfast Depart for free day activities (lunch and dinner not provided) Dinner Curfew
Saturday:
10:00
Check-out begins
1:00
All flights must be departed
Please call to set up a site inspection.
Sumbit a $200 non-refundable team fee at time of registration either by credit card (online) or by check. This registration fee DOES NOT apply towards your trip tuition cost.
A $50 per person deposit is due within 30 days of registration. This deposit DOES apply towards your final tuition balance.
A payment of 50% of your remaining balance by March 15, 2010.
A final payment of your remaining balance by May 15, 2010.
Accommodations:
Q: Where will we be staying? A: Participants will be staying at the Wyndham Resort or the Nassau Retreat Center. The Wyndham Resort is a beachfront property and has pools, restaurants, a fitness center, and gift shops. Participants will be staying 4 to a room. The Nassau Retreat Center has meeting space, a dining hall, dormitories, sound equipment, and a pool. Dorms house 20-30 participants each. The Retreat Center has a limited capacity.
Q: Where do we eat? A: Two meals a day are provided through a local restaurant. Each meal slot will have a menu with 5 – 6 meal options. Breakfast will include eggs, bacon, French toast, etc. and dinner will include hamburgers, fries, chicken, salads, etc. Mid-day snacks are the responsibility of the participants. It is recommended that snacks are purchased and brought to the work sites. There are stores available to purchase such snacks.
Q: Is the water safe to drink? A: Yes. The water in the Bahamas is actually considered cleaner than that of the States.
Q: What is the address and phone number of the camp site? A: P. O. Box N8306 Post Office Box N-8306 West Bay Street Nassau, Bahamas Phone: 242-327-6200
Q: Do I need a converter for my small electrical devices (cell phone charger, hair dryer, laptop, etc.)? A: No. The island uses the same electrical outlets as the States.
Projects:
Q: What is project money and how much do we need to provide? A: Project funds are not included in the per person cost of your trip. Project funds will depend on the size of your group and the type of project you are interested in. Please contact Mission Encounter for more details on project funds.
Q: Will water be provided on the work site? A: No. M.E. will provide coolers, but teams are responsible for water and ice.
Q: Can we do a VBS program? A: Yes. However, it is imperative that you communicate to M.E. your desire to do a VBS program as soon as possible due to limited space and availability. Also, it is the participants’ responsibility to bring all necessary materials and curriculum for the program. Here is a link to several VBS programs that have been used in previous years.
Dress Code:
Q: Is there a dress code for church? A: Yes. Men must wear slacks and a nice shirt (no jeans, shorts, or t-shirts). Women must wear slacks with a nice blouse or a dress (no short skirts).
Activities:
Q: What activities are available for our free day? A: There are a wide variety of activities available in Nassau and the surrounding areas. Here is a sample list that we have compiled for you.
Q: Are free day activities included in our price? A: No. All activities are done independent of your team cost for the trip.
Q: What meals are provided on free day? A: Breakfast as usual. Lunch and dinner are not provided.
Transportation/Travel:
Q: We are flying in to the site. Is M.E. responsible for transporting us to/from the airport and to/from our work sites? A: Yes. Transportation is provided to/from the airport/hotel. Transportation is also provided to/from your hotel/work sites. Transportation IS NOT provided to/from your free day activities.
Q: Will we need to convert our U.S dollars to use on the island? A: No. The island accepts U.S. dollars.
Q: Are passports required? A: Yes. Valid passports are required to travel to the island. Please plan on a minimum of 9-12 weeks to recieive a new passport.
Shots/Vaccinations:
Q: Are shots and vaccinations required to attend? A: Yes. Each participant is required to have updated Tetanus shots.
Cancellation Policy:
You may change the original registration count of your team by 2 participants any time before May 15, 2010 without penalty. However, you may incur extra room charges if cancellations are made.
Any cancellations of more than 2 participants will lose all deposits made.
Any cancellations after May 15, 2010 will lose all deposits
All cancelations should be done through the online cancellation form (link to form). We will not honor any cancellations communicated through emails, letters, or phone messages. When registering your team we recommend using the most conservative headcount possible as it is easier to add participants than it is to subtract. However, remember that space is limited at most sites. Cancellations due to severe illness or emergencies must be communicated through the online cancellation form. Mission Encounter staff will review the case and make a decision on any possible refunds.
