What Makes Camp Evergreen
So Special?
Vision
Our vision is to be a camping ministry that sees individual lives transformed through the power of Jesus.
Mission
We exist to share the good news of Jesus Christ and to grow kids and youth spiritually, mentally, socially and physically. We seek to wholly-cultivate confidence, facilitate courage and equip leaders among our campers, guests and staff - all while having fun and using God's creation as a tool.
Values
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Celebration!
We celebrate all that God does, all He has made and each life devoted to Him. We rejoice and we are glad in it!
(Psalm 47:1 & 118:4) -
Dependency on Jesus
Apart from Christ we can do nothing. We rely on His inerrant Word, and rest in His strength and power.
(John 15:5, Hebrews 4:12 & 2 Corinthians 12:9-10) -
Love
We are Christ’s representatives. Driven by our whole-hearted love for God, we strive to be a community that serves and loves one another.
(Matthew 22:37-39) -
Prayer
Prayer is foundational to the very existence of Camp Evergreen. We seek God continually as we listen, pray and read His Word.
(1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) -
Relational Integrity
We worship, live, work and play as a team. Our relationships are driven by love and defined by grace. We seek transparency and accountability in our discussions and decision making. We trust authority and practice mutual respect. We strive to be the same on the inside as we are on the outside.
(I John 4:7-21, Ephesians 2:8-9 & Proverbs 10:9; 11:3)
Christ-Centred
Camp Evergreen takes its Confession of Faith from the Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.
Statement Of FaithOur Permanent Staff
While it takes dozens of people to make Camp Evergreen function on a seasonal basis, here is the crew that keeps the Evergreen engine running year round.
Bob Kroeker
- Executive Director
- director@camp-evergreen.com
Bev Kroeker
- Guest Services
- guestservices@camp-evergreen.com
Katherina Toews
- Head Wrangler
- wrangler@camp-evergreen.com
Courtney Armstrong
- Director of Ministries
- courtney@camp-evergreen.com
John Toews
- Activities Director
- activities@camp-evergreen.com
Lane Thielmann
- Seasonal Staff Director
- staff@camp-evergreen.com
Colleen Reimer
- Office Manager
- main@camp-evergreen.com
Ken Underwood
- Food Services
- ken@camp-evergreen.com
Rolf Amann
- Site Manager
- maintenance@camp-evergreen.com
The Three Pupskateers
Our Board of Directors
Providing prayerful accountability and guidance
Eric Schubert
Board Chair
- Airdrie, AB
Arno Doerksen
- Gem, AB
Cody Hoffman
- Big Valley, AB
Don Quapp
- Sherwood Park, AB
Julia Taylor
- Calgary, AB
Keith Thiessen
- Linden, AB
Kevin Thiessen
- Calgary, AB
Kim Green
- Calgary, AB
Marni Hatch
- Calgary, AB
Phil Dirks
- Spruce Grove, AB
Rebekah Wililams
- Airdrie, AB
Rhea Davies
- Calgary, AB
Where to find us
Camp Evergreen is located 14 kilometres south of Sundre, Alberta
Directions
- From Highway 22 (north or south) find Bergen Road
- Turn west and travel 8 kilometres
- At the Bergen Cemetery corner, turn south on Range Road 52 and travel 3 kilometres on the gravel road
Be sure to watch for signs!
Drive Times
Camp Evergreen Society Membership
As a non-profit organization, Camp Evergreen is considered an independent society under Alberta. As such, its members own the camp and elect the Board of Directors who govern the camp.
Interested in joining Camp Evergreen Society? Become a member!
What does that entail?
For specific details on the Camp Evergreen Society, read our Constitution & Bylaws:
Faith alignment:
How do I apply?
Individual Membership
Church Membership
Applications can be emailed to main@camp‑evergreen.com
Our History
The Alberta Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches founded Camp Evergreen in 1963. Prior to this, all camping ministries of the Conference were hosted at Southern Alberta Bible Camp and Camp Okotoks, southwest of Calgary. A number of individuals, including Peter Rempel, formed a committee to select a site and develop a program for the Conference’s young people. The first camp was held at the present site in the summer of 1963.
Since then, the camp has had seven Executive Directors and hundreds of volunteers; but more importantly, it has seen thousands of kids make lasting commitments to follow Jesus Christ.
The Evolution of Camp Evergreen
Executive Directors
- Walt Loewen (1971-1981)
- Norbert Bargen (1981-1986)
- Herb Harder (1986-1992)
- Paul Isaac (1992-2002)
- Rick Arkell (2003-2008)
- Kerry Precht (2008-2012)
- Bob Kroeker (Current)
Contribute to Camp Evergreen’s Mission and Vision!
Partnerships
Our Website Privacy Policy
- If you donate or register for a Camp Evergreen event, we store your address, name, email, and phone number.
- If you have signed up for our email newsletter, you can opt-out at any time; we will permanently remove your email address from our records.
- We do not share your personal information with anyone outside of our organization, and we take precautions against any unauthorized use, access, alteration, or disclosure of information.
- We will ask your permission if we need to use your personal information for anything other than its intended purpose.
- GeoTrust Inc. handles our encryption and security measures.
- True Market in Calgary provides our web hosting, graphic design and professional print materials.