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UPDATE: Camporee to Finish Nighttime Programs on Friday Evening

Statement from the International Pathfinder Camporee Leadership team:

Because the safety of all those gathered at the International Pathfinder Camporee is of utmost importance, the camporee leadership, in collaboration with North American Division union, division and international leadership, has reluctantly decided to finish the evening main stage nighttime program one day early, on Friday, August 9.

Severe thunderstorms, strong winds and hail are predicted for Sabbath late afternoon and evening. Every effort is being made to keep Pathfinders safe during the next few days.

Columbia Union Drill and Drum Corps Teams Stick to the Beat

Allegheny East Conference's Metropolitan Metrolites Drum Corps prepare to showcase their talents.

Story by Ricardo Bacchus

On a black top, roughly 100 feet by 100 feet, 32 Columbia Union Conference drill and drum corps teams lined up on the International Pathfinder camporee campgrounds in Gillette, Wy. A packed audience, comprised of friends, family members, fellow club and church members, waited in anticipation, not wanting to miss a beat or step.

But the onlooking crowd would have to wait a few minutes longer.

Columbia Union Pathfinders Clean Up Following Tuesday's Storm

Chesapeake Conference's New Hope Nighthawks "dumpster toss" following the thunderstorm.

Story by Visitor Staff

Morning activities at the ‘Believe the Promise’ International Pathfinder Camporee in Gillette, Wy., were canceled Wednesday to allow clubs to clean up following last night’s thunderstorm that canceled the evening meeting.

All You Need to Know About Believe the Promise International Camporee

"Believe the Promise" International 2024 Camporee takes place in in Gillette, Wyoming, August 5-11. What do you need to know about the event?

Can I Attend if I Haven't Purchased a Ticket?
All people entering the campgrounds must have a ticket. Find more information about the purchasing process here.

Columbia Union Executive Committee Welcomes New President, Bids Farewell to Longtime Health Care Administrator

Columbia Union Conference Executive Committee members pray over President Marcellus T. Robinson. | Photo by Kelly Butler Coe

Story by V. Michelle Bernard

During today’s Columbia Union Conference Executive Committee meeting, Tim Bailey, newly re-elected Mountain View Conference president, shared a worship thought, encouraging committee members to keep their focus on sharing Jesus with others. Throughout the morning meeting, members heard reports and learned of new ways and initiatives to spread the gospel.