Michigan—Construction of the Pathfinder Pavilion began in July 2004. Volunteers have worked hard to finish Phase I, which consisted of pouring concrete footings, walls, and the floor. Phase II consists of setting the support steel, trusses, and roofing. It is anticipated this will be completed by Aug. 1, 2005, before the next Pathfinder Teen Mission orientation and camporee.

The pavilion will be used for recreational activities, various conference events, as a meeting place for church and club campouts, and for large equipment storage during winter months.

Volunteers are needed to help with this project. Please contact the Pathfinder department at (517) 316-1572 for further details. Financial contributions may be sent to the Michigan Conference and marked, "Pathfinder Pavilion.’’

Nicely nestled in the trees, the new Deer Lodge is taking shape. This additional housing will provide 11 guest rooms, each with its own bathroom. It will also have a kitchen, dining-conference room, and recreation room. With the Main Village, Cedar Village, Forest Lodge, and now Deer Lodge, Camp Au Sable can host up to four separate groups.

This project has been funded by special gifts and not from Camp Au Sable or Michigan Conference operating funds. If you are interested in helping this building get completed, please contact the conference youth department at (517) 316-1570 or lwhite@misda.org. Financial contributions should be marked, "Deer Lodge—Camp Au Sable," and sent to Michigan Conference, PO Box 19009, Lansing, MI 48901.

Michael Nickless, Michigan Conference communication director