Day 1

On July 1st at 3:00 P-M, registration began for the 2007 Diabetes prevention camp for Native Americans began at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center in Wewoka, Oklahoma.

 

When registration ended, 58 campers were registered.  The majority of them are from the Seminole tribe, but other tribes such as Cherokee, Navajo, and Creek are also represented.  Another 10 campers are expected to register tomorrow bringing to the total to 68.

 

As the campers came into the registration area, they were greeted by the Seminole Nation R.E.A.C.H. co-ordinator, Pam Gray.  After signing in, they each were given a t-shirt donated by Native Ministries and NEHI (Native Education and Health Initiative).

 

After a brief interview with the nurse, each camper went to the pool and was given a swim test.  Following that, they reported to the Boy's and Girl's Directors for Cabin assignments.

 

Following a delicious supper, the Campers were divided into units and got to sample the recreational activities of the Camp.  In addition to swimming, this year each camper will get to do crafts, ride horses, try their hands at crafts (including basket weaving), basketball, and water tubing/skiing.

 

The evening program was led out by Pastor Bob Holbrook, Camp Director.  After several campfire songs and a skit by some of Wewoka Woods Staff, Pastor Bob recounted the story of "The Widow's Mite".

 

The campers went to their cabins a little tired, but excited about the next day's activities.