{"id":818,"date":"2021-07-31T01:28:12","date_gmt":"2021-07-31T01:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blackdiamond.org\/?page_id=818"},"modified":"2024-04-16T17:24:09","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T17:24:09","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.blackdiamond.org\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

Here at Black Diamond Camp<\/p>\n

\n\t\tAbout Us \n\t<\/h1>\n

\n\t\tWho We Are \n\t<\/h2>\n\t

Here at Black Diamond Camp, there is an adventure waiting for everyone – from casual camper to outdoor adventurer, to extreme sports enthusiast. Everything we do, we do it with life-change in mind.<\/p>\n

\n\t\tSafe. Inspiring. Life Changing. \n\t<\/h2>\n\t

Camps are filled with activities that are loaded with fun and tailored to inspire lives towards a deeper relationship with Christ. Our programs are built to tackle tough issues head-on with humility, straight\u00a0talk,\u00a0and uncompromising\u00a0biblical perspectives.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Our camps are operated by a fun-loving staff that is comprised of devoted, inspired and specially trained believers who are passionate about providing a morally, emotionally,\u00a0and physically sound environment that is safe, inspiring, and life changing for our campers. It’s in our DNA.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t\tOur Mission and Vision\n\t<\/h2>\n\t

Our Mission is to inspire Christ-like change through outdoor adventure, authentic relationships, and Biblical truth.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Our Vision is to fully utilize the resources God has given us, inspiring\u00a0each individual\u00a0to leave Black Diamond\u00a0Camp\u00a0more Christ-like, ready to make a difference in their own life, home and community.\u00a0<\/p>\n

And we do it all in a super fun and inspiring way that’s designed to “Get ’em\u00a0off the Couch!” and bring the best out in every single camper.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t\tOur Beliefs\n\t<\/h2>\n\t

The Bible is God’s written revelation to man. It is verbally inspired, authoritative and without error in the original manuscript.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Jesus Christ is God’s Son, born of a virgin. His sinless life, miracles, death on the cross to provide for the redemption, bodily resurrection and ascension into heaven, present ministry of intercession for all who believe, and his return in power and glory.\u00a0<\/p>\n

God’s Holy Spirit performs the miracle of new birth in an unbeliever and indwells believers, enabling them to live a Godly life.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Man was created in the image of God, but because of sin, was alienated from God. Only through faith in Christ alone for salvation, which was made possible by His death and resurrection, can that alienation be\u00a0removed\u00a0and eternal life secured.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t\tThe 90\/10 Rule. Our Teaching Philosophy. \n\t<\/h2>\n\t

We take an adventure-based approach to teaching because campers recall 10% of what they hear, but 90% of what they do.\u00a0<\/p>\n

We’re all about Camper Experience.\u00a0So\u00a0we teach on the go and integrate spiritual purpose in all we do. Our goal is to show campers how to have fun and connect with God through activity and adventure.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Long talks on complex theology by big-name speakers with lofty titles are not our bag. Instead, passionate staff connect one on one with campers, teach on the go, in the woods or on the trail, and integrate God’s Word into action and adventure experiences for maximum impact.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t\tWarm Beach Camp Ministries \n\t<\/h2>\n\t

Black Diamond Camp and Rainier Camp & Retreat Center joined Warm Beach Camp in 2020, forming Warm Beach Camp Ministries. <\/p>\n

Warm Beach Camp was originally developed in 1956 as a ministry of the Pacific Northwest Free Methodist Church. While remaining an integrated auxiliary of the\u202fFree Methodist Church<\/a>, Warm Beach Camp incorporated as a separate, private 501(c-3) non-profit organization in 1995 and still maintains a corporate mission and values reflective of our heritage.<\/p>\n

\n\t\tOur Staff \n\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\tEnthusiastic. Energetic. Inspiring. And SUPER Fun. \n\t<\/h2>\n\t

Our staff is made up of a bunch of\u00a0really fun, friendly people who are also super serious about providing you with the best camp experience ever. Each day they demonstrate their passion for serving Jesus Christ through leading by example and with a cheerful demeanor.\u00a0<\/p>\n \"Ryan\n\t\t

Ryan Saenz<\/h4>\n \t\t \tGeneral Manager \n \"Jon\n\t\t

Jon Hartke<\/h4>\n \t\t \tHospitality Services Director \n \"Heather\n\t\t

Heather Hartke<\/h4>\n \t\t \tGuest Services Director \n \"JJ\n\t\t

JJ Lara<\/h4>\n \t\t \tGroup Camp Coordinator\n \"Andrew\n\t\t

Andrew Hurst<\/h4>\n \t\t \tDirector of Youth Ministries \n \"Tyler\"\n\t\t

Tyler Petras<\/h4>\n \t\t \tYouth Program Manager\n \"rosalyn-harris-black-diamond-camp-auburn-washington\"\n\t\t

Rosalyn Harris<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Guest Services Event Coordinator<\/p>\n \"ricky-rivera-black-diamond-camp-auburn-washington\"\n\t\t

Ricky Rivera<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Guest Services Event Coordinator<\/p>\n \"Kaelin\n\t\t

Kaelin Lara<\/h4>\n \t\t \tGuest Services Event Coordinator\n \"Jessica\n\t\t

Jessica Saxer<\/h4>\n \t\t \tMarketing Associate\n \"Mya\n\t\t

Mya Slakey<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Group Sales Specialist<\/p>\n \"Allison\n\t\t

Allison Brannan<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Group Sales Specialist<\/p>\n \"tj-march-black-diamond-camp-auburn-washington\"\n\t\t

TJ March<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Outdoor School & Adventure Activities Manager<\/p>\n \"quintin-carlson-black-diamond-camp-auburn-washington\"\n\t\t

Quintin Carlson<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Maintenance Tech <\/p>\n \"Gerry\n\t\t

Gerry Hansen<\/h4>\n \t\t \tFacilities & Grounds Director \n \"jenna-intern-black-diamond-camp-auburn-washington\"\n\t\t

Jenna Clifton<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Accommodations Coordinator<\/p>\n \"Jagger\n\t\t

Jagger Riffle<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Cook<\/p>\n \"Phtno\n\t\t

Coming Soon!<\/h4>\n \t\t \t

Kitchen Manager<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

My daughter said this was the best camp she has ever been to. She can’t wait to come back again. Each day when I picked her up she looked tired and happy after her full day. Up until this point, Maddy has had children’s Story Bibles. The camp checklist prompted us to purchase her first real Bible of her very own. She is really proud of her Bible and she will always associate it with the camp.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Jessica <\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDay Camp\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Again, big THANKS for all your hard work in making our retreat this past weekend a phenomenal time for our students and leaders. We had many students make decisions to make following Jesus a more central part of their lives, and your work is part of that ministry! We’re grateful.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Brian<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBethany Community Church\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

This will stand as a pivotal moment in many students faith going forward. Thanks!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Taylor<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLittle Church On the Prairie Lakewood Grace\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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