June 2020 Project Updates
June 26, 2020
We are preparing to serve guests again soon! That includes making improvements to the grounds and our facilities. Here are several of the projects that have been keeping our staff busy:
- The new sidewalk and landscape lighting is done and looks magnificent.
- Several staff cottage repairs were done, including a new roof, two new bathrooms, painting, and flooring.
- Projects are continuing for The Lights of Christmas to make 2020 spectacular.
- A new fiber optic powered wifi system is being installed that will make our wifi super-powered.
- The dining room floor was polished and looks sparkling good.
- Flower beds were cleaned out all around the grounds, and the new beds in the parking lot received drip irrigation and beauty bark.
- New horse tie stalls are being constructed at the stables to allow for more space around each horse as campers are grooming and saddling
All of these improvements are made possible by generous Partners in Ministry donors. Thank you to everyone helping through financial donations and keeping Warm Beach Camp in your thoughts and prayers!
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