Winter Sports Retreat I
2019-12-19 - 2019-12-26 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
GUEST AMBASSADORS | LTC Todd and Andrea Plotner, USA (Ret.)
SPEAKER | Dean Rizzo
TOPIC | Rejoicing with Christ
Dean and Sue are longtime OCF members and leaders. Sue introduced Dean to OCF when they were married and both were active duty Army at the time. God used OCF to bring Dean to Christ in 1988. He would love to tell you the story of God’s faithfulness in his life. Dean and Sue continued to participate in OCF in Germany during an overseas tour, at Penn State during graduate school, and at USMA during a teaching assignment. Dean left active duty service in 1995.
Dean and Sue have been linked to Spring Canyon for decades. Sue started coming to Spring Canyon with her family when she was a teenager and immediately brought Dean to camp after they were married. Eventually, God called them to a leadership position at Spring Canyon. They served as the Keepers of the Spring from 2002 to 2013. They have many wonderful memories of serving and sacrificing and growing during their time at camp.
Dean and Sue are the proud parents of four children, now all grown up and living their own lives loving God. They have two grandkids and they love to watch them grow. Their kids spent a lot of time growing up at Spring Canyon and God used that time to shape their own faith journeys.
Dean and Sue now live in Colorado Springs. Dean works as an engineering and technical consultant. They love living in Colorado and being closer to some of their kids and friends. They attend New Life Downtown church and stay active with OCF in various ways. God continues to work in their lives through lots of prayer, Bible study, serving, and fellowship. They will tell you that knowing God personally has been the greatest gift that both have been privileged to understand.
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Winter Sports Retreat II
2019-12-27 - 2020-01-03 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
GUEST AMBASSADOR | Col Scott Frickenstein, USAF (Ret.)
SPEAKER | Lt Col Paul Homan, USAF
TOPIC | Science and the Bible
Science is often upheld in our society today as the ultimate truth. As Christians, we know the ultimate source for truth is God’s Word (John 17:17). So does modern science contradict or affirm the Bible? In this series, we will look at what science is and provide an interpretive lens to view “modern science” based upon a biblical worldview. A host of current scientific and biblical topics will be touched on including creation, evolution, climate change, and the flood.

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Spring Break Work Party 1
2020-03-07 - 2020-03-14 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Cadets and Mids: The Spring Break Service and Adventure Weeks at OCF’s Spring Canyon Conference Center are win-win events geared for you. You’ll work side-by-side with fellow future officers in a variety of service projects while being equipped and encouraged by officers who have “walked the walk” as Christian military leaders. Then it’s your call of local-area activities to enjoy: skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, hot springs and more! All this while helping make life-changing ministry in the Rocky Mountains possible.
– Cadets/Mids pay for their own travel and adventures
– Meals and lodging are covered for the week
– Work 5 days; get 2 free days for adventure!
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Spring Break Work Party 2
2020-03-21 - 2020-03-28 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

CANCELLED - Climb Together 20-1
2020-05-01 - 2020-05-03 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
After careful consideration and much prayer, the leadership of Spring Canyon have decided to cancel Climb Together 1 due to travel concerns associated with Coronavirus. This is a proactive measure; there have been no reported cases of Coronavirus associated with Spring Canyon staff or guests. We have made this decision to safeguard the well-being of our guests and to honor our civil and military authorities in their efforts to limit the spread of this virus.
If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at (719) 395-2328.

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-1
2020-06-06 - 2020-06-13 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
After careful consideration and much prayer, the leadership of Spring Canyon have decided to suspend in-person summer programming through June 30 due to travel concerns associated with Coronavirus. This is a proactive measure; there have been no reported cases of Coronavirus associated with Spring Canyon staff or guests. We have made this decision to safeguard the well-being of our guests and to honor our civil and military authorities in their efforts to limit the spread of this virus. Please note we are actively considering how we can minister most effectively until it is deemed safe to gather for fellowship, options including live webcasts and recorded teaching from the excellent guest speakers featured during our regular summer programs.
If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at (719) 395-2328 or email at reservations@springcanyon.org.

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 1
2020-06-06 - 2020-06-13 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-2
2020-06-13 - 2020-06-20 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 2
2020-06-13 - 2020-06-20 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-3
2020-06-20 - 2020-06-27 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 3
2020-06-20 - 2020-06-27 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-4
2020-06-27 - 2020-07-04 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 4
2020-06-27 - 2020-07-04 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-5
2020-07-04 - 2020-07-11 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
After careful consideration and much prayer, the leadership of Spring Canyon have decided to suspend in-person summer programming through the entire summer. This is a proactive measure; there have been no reported cases of Coronavirus associated with Spring Canyon staff or guests. We have made this decision to safeguard the well-being of our guests and to honor our civil and military authorities in their efforts to limit the spread of this virus. Please note we are actively considering how we can minister most effectively until it is deemed safe to gather for fellowship, options including live webcasts and recorded teaching from the excellent guest speakers featured during our regular summer programs.
If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at (719) 395-2328 or email at reservations@springcanyon.org.

SUSPENDED- Father Teen Adventure (Son) 20-1
2020-07-04 - 2020-07-11 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 5
2020-07-04 - 2020-07-11 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-6
2020-07-11 - 2020-07-18 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Father Teen Adventure (Daughter) 20-2
2020-07-11 - 2020-07-18 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 6
2020-07-11 - 2020-07-18 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-7
2020-07-18 - 2020-07-25 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Father Teen Adventure (Son) 20-3
2020-07-18 - 2020-07-25 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 7
2020-07-18 - 2020-07-25 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

SUSPENDED - Rocky Mountain High 20-8
2020-07-25 - 2020-08-01

SUSPENDED - Summer Celebration Week 8 - Medical Week
2020-07-25 - 2020-08-01 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

Climb Together 20-2
2020-09-18 - 2020-09-20 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
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Climb Together 20-3
2020-10-09 - 2020-10-11 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211

Winter Sports Retreat #1
2020-12-19 - 2020-12-26 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Speaker(s):
Kim Hawthorne, Todd Plotner, and Andy Truitt
Kim Hawthorne is the Center Director of Spring Canyon Retreat and Conference Center in Buena Vista, CO, and President of the Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA) Rocky Mountain Section. A 1986 graduate of the Air Force Academy, Kim retired as a colonel after almost 28 years of service as a fighter pilot in leadership positions. Kim and his wife, Kari Ann, have three adult children, who have all served at Spring Canyon and now serve the Lord in other arenas.
Todd Plotner is the Director of Operations at Spring Canyon Retreat and Conference Center. Todd is a 1993 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy, where OCF and the Navigators were foundational in helping him take ownership of his faith and begin leading small groups. Todd served 21 years as an Army Corps of Engineers officer, retiring after serving as ROTC Professor of Military Science at Washington State University. Todd and his wife Andrea have been married 25 years and have three sons: Everett (23), Brian (20) and Nate (16).
Andy Truitt is the Director of Interns and Outdoor Leadership at Spring Canyon Retreat and Conference Center. A 1993 graduate of the Air Force Academy, Andy served as Finance/Budget Officer for six years, and then followed a calling to many diverse professional opportunities. Most recently, he served as National Director for a Christian, classical, home school organization. Andy and his wife, Heidi, who is a 1994 graduate of the Air Force Academy, have three sons: a senior in college, a sophomore in college, and a senior in high school.
Guest Ambassadors:
Josiah & Hannah Bedrosian
Topic:
Fighting the Good Fight of Faith
The Word of God tells us that while serving in life it will be a “fight.” What does that mean, and how should it impact your life and ministry? Looking at various Scriptures, three Spring Canyon Directors, Kim Hawthorne, Todd Plotner, and Andy Truitt, will characterize our “fight” and help us focus our daily walk to “finish” well and keep the “faith.” You will walk away with a deeper understanding of how to passionately serve and lead in the workplace, family, and in the community, as you strive to glorify God by finishing strong. We all desire to say, just as Paul did over 1950 years ago that; “I have fought the good fight, I’ve finished the race, I’ve kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness.”

Winter Sports Retreat #2
2020-12-27 - 2021-01-03 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Speaker(s):
Col Dale Holland, USAF (Ret.)

Colonel (ret) Dale Holland is a 30-year US Air Force Veteran from Hooper, CO. He graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1987 and has commanded Special Operations Forces in Iraq, Africa and Europe as well as serving some of our nation’s key civilian leaders in the Pentagon, Washington DC. He is a seasoned combat pilot with over 6,000 hours of flying experience in both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft and continues to serve today as an airline pilot. His leadership experience over the last 40 years ranges from small teams to large complex organizations both overseas and here at home. Serving as the Vice Commandant of Cadets for the US Air Force Academy was one of the highlights of his career and an amazing opportunity to pass on his passion for leadership to the next generation. His greatest blessing; however, is his lovely wife, Debi, and their 5 children.

Guest Ambassadors:
Royce & Shawn Bervig
Topic:
God’s Peace in an Anxious World

The world around us has the potential of making us more and more anxious about life. We sometimes worry about things too much and can become focused on pursuing careers, status, power, or just about anything but what God would have us pursue. How can we effectively live in this world while being citizens of God’s Kingdom? The choices we each make everyday matter. Come let’s explore “God’s peace in an anxious world” as we look back on 2020 and look forward to 2021.

Spring Canyon Women's Retreat
2021-01-29 - 2021-01-31 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Attention all military women and wives! You are invited to our first annual Spring Canyon Women’s Retreat, January 29-31, 2021. As we turn the page on a year with very few assurances, we need reminding that SURELY God is our help.

Join us for a weekend of deep encouragement from the Psalms (so applicable to military life). We are making plans to “do all the things” including fireside chats, fitness classes, quiet times of prayers & reflection, crafts, snowy hikes, high tea, board games and more. Can’t make it for the whole weekend? Join us for Saturday only!

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Cost:

Friday-Sunday Cost: $195
Saturday Only Cost: $50

ROTC Retreat
2021-02-12 - 2021-02-14 | Spring Canyon Conference Center, 26000 County Road 344, Buena Vista, CO, 81211
Attention ROTC Cadets and Midshipmen! Come grow as a “Servant-leader” who integrates faith and profession at OCF’s western conference center, Spring Canyon, in beautiful Buena Vista, CO! Receive encouragement as a future Christian military officer and connect with other ROTC Cadets and Mids in the Rocky Mountain Region and beyond!
Speaker:
Colin Wooten, LTC, USA (Ret)
LTC Colin Wooten (USA, Ret) serves as OCF’s Director of Field Operations. Commissioned via ROTC at Wheaton College (IL), he served 22 years on active duty as an Armor officer. Upon retirement, he served three years as the OCF Field Staff Representative to the United States Military Academy. He and his wife Amy were both military kids and initially met as 15 year olds at Spring Canyon. They have three children ages 21, 19, and 16.
Topic:
Leading Like Jesus

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