Helping Boys to become more Christlike in all Areas of Life.

The Cadet program has been a tremendous blessing for our family, and especially my son, Andrew. He is ten and this is his third year as a Cadet. The leaders have modeled strong character, kindness and a love for Jesus that has encouraged my son in his faith. He has loved earning his badges with his cadre and has worked on some on his own. The pride and confidence that comes when he knows how to use tools properly, shoot a gun or use a bow and arrow, make a fire and cook, care for a car, etc., has been fun to watch as he grows year after year. He has made friends and really enjoys those with whom he shared similar values. Thank you so much for the hard work and commitment that has gone into providing the Cadets program in our community.

Kian just turned 18 today. We are forever grateful for your mentorship and all the planting that you and Mike did for the boys. Their eagerness to serve is evident of the work that you guys have done. They are now part of the worship team at our church.

This summer, my three boys and I joined 17 fellow Cadets and counselors on an 18-day road trip to the Kamp Longview International Camporee in Alberta, Canada. Along the way, we visited Crater Lake and Banff before joining more than 1,200 campers from across North America. After the Camporee, our adventure continued through Glacier National Park, Yellowstone, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Park.

The incredible scenery and adventure created memories that will last a lifetime, but the greatest blessings were the time spent with my boys, the deepened friendships with fellow counselors, and most of all, watching our Cadets grow. Over those two and a half weeks, I witnessed spiritual growth, stronger camping and leadership skills, and a maturity that transformed boys into young men. The Cadet motto is "Living for Jesus," and as counselors, our mission is helping boys grow more Christlike in all areas of life. At Kamp Longview, I saw that mission lived out every day. My hope is that every parent saw the same transformation when their son returned home. Seeing boys take meaningful steps toward becoming Christ-centered young men is what makes the Cadet ministry such a blessing.