PROGRAM
The program starts after Maghrib on Friday, August 31, 2007 and ends on Monday, September 3, 2007 after breakfast inshallah, Lunch will also be provided on Monday though. It includes programs for children, youth, sisters and reports of the growing ICNA activities in the region. ICNA projects like WhyIslam and future coordination will be discussed inshallah.

This Retreat is meant to reinforce our link with the Seerah of the Prophet and develop brotherhood among those who are working to convey the message of Quran and Sunnah to humanity in Western United States.

COST
The cost per person above the age of 5 is $110 and $25 for ages below 5. However for families with 2 or more kids with ages 5 and above, we are requesting to pay a minimum of:
- $75 per adult family member
- $50 for Ages 5 to 12 and
- $25 for Ages 2 to 5

For people coming from Southern California and Arizona the cost will be only:
- $50 per adult family member
- $30 for Ages 5 to 12 and
- $15 for Ages 2 to 5

For people coming from outside California and Arizona the cost will be highly subsidized to be only $20 per person Age 5 or older.

If someone cannot afford this or the cost of traveling then please contact us. The cost includes accommodation, meals, gifts for kids, program material and a lot of brotherhood and sisterhood.

ACCOMMODATION
The registration table will assign you the cabin at the time of arrival. The cabins will be assigned separately for youth, sisters and brothers. Each Cabin sleeps 9-10 people and come with electricity and heat. However you would need to bring your own beddings. All cabins are located close to the common restrooms. Shower facilities with hot water are available.

MEALS
The cost includes meals from dinner on August 31st to Lunch on September 3rd. Meals will be prepared with zabiha meat and in American style. Snacks and beverages will be available at no cost.

WHAT TO BRING
Your copy of Quran and Favorite Seerah book
Warm clothing
Pillows and comforters or sleeping bags
Flashlights
Flip-flops or any footwear that exposes the feet is not allowed for safety

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
sleeping bag & pillow
WARM jacket
WARM sweater or sweatshirt
warm sleepwear
warm hat or cap
Waterproof raingear
1 pair sturdy hiking shoes
bathing suit (for showers)
day pack or book bag
plastic water bottle
flashlight & new batteries
washcloth, towel, and soap
toothbrush & paste
Shampoo, comb, & brush
Chapstick or lip balm
sunscreen
2 large plastic garbage bags

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
camera, flash, film
gloves or mittens
binoculars
letter writing supplies (stamps too!)
rubber boots (wet weather)
shower sandals
reading material
sunglasses

DO NOT BRING
Food, candy or gum
A lot of money
knife
matches
curling iron (fire hazard)
Walkman, radio, electronic games
ANYTHING VALUABLE!!!

HOW TO RSVP?
Simple! Just send an email with your phone number and the number of people in your party here: http://www.icnasc.org/contact.shtml or email at oms123@gmail.com

WEATHER

Average for August 31st

AVERAGES
Hi 85°
Lo 49°

RECORDS
Hi 102°
Lo 41°

DIRECTIONS

Sempervirens Outdoor School
Exploring New Horizons
20161 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Caution: Online directions from other websites may not be accurate.

From Los Angelus/Southern California

Take I-5 N
Take exit 403B to merge onto CA-152 W toward Gilroy/Hollister/San Jose 38.3 mi
Turn left at CA-152/Pacheco Pass Hwy 2.6 mi
Merge onto CA-152 W/US-101 N via the ramp to San Jose/Watsonville
Continue to follow US-101 N 20.4 mi
Take exit 377A to merge onto CA-85 N toward Cupertino/Mountain View
Take the exit onto CA-17 S toward Santa Cruz
Continue on CA-17 S 6.8 mi
Follow the "Direction from Hwy CA-17 heading south"


Form San Francisco City and SFO Airport

Merge onto US-101 S via the ramp to San Jose 23.4 mi
Take exit 398B to merge onto CA-85 S toward Cupertino/Santa Cruz
Take the exit onto CA-17 S toward Santa Cruz
Continue on CA-17 S 6.4 mi

Follow the "Direction from Hwy CA-17 heading south"

Form San Jose Airport

Head southeast on Airport Blvd 1.3 mi
Merge onto I-880 S via the ramp to Santa Cruz
Continue on CA-17 S 10.6 mi

Follow the "Direction from Hwy CA-17 heading south"

Form San Jose, Santa Clara and East Bay, Fremont Area

Take 880 South I-880 S to Santa Cruz
Continue on CA-17 S 10.6 mi
Follow the "Direction from Hwy CA-17 heading south"

Direction from Hwy CA-17 heading south

Google Map

From Hwy CA-17
Turn right at Alma College Rd 0.6 mi
Turn left at Bear Creek Rd 11.7 mi
Turn left at CA-9 0.2 mi
Turn right at Big Basin Way 6.5 mi
Arrive at 20161 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006
The camp is On your left side


Map quest

From Hwy CA-17
Take the exit toward BEAR CREEK ROAD. <0.1 miles Map
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto MONTEVINA RD. <0.1 miles Map
Turn LEFT onto BEAR CREEK RD. 12.8 miles Map
Turn LEFT onto CA-9.
Turn RIGHT onto BIG BASIN WAY / CA-236. 6.4 miles Map
End at Exploring New Horizons
20161 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, US
The camp is On your left side

About Sempervirens Summer Camp
Sempervirens Summer Camp is located at the Sempervirens Preserve in Boulder Creek, California. The 32 acre site features a large meadow surrounded by mixed oak, madrone, and redwood forest. Scattered through the trees are 12 cabins, 2 campfire  areas, and our Dinning Hall. The site also features an organic garden, swimming pool, sand volleyball court, high and low level ropes course, hiking trails,
various camp animals, and a huge meadows for games and sports.
The camp is located next to Big Basin State Park where we can explore the old growth forest

Visit camp website for pictures and details
http://www.campsempervirens.com/