Updated June 4, 2020
We are currently in unexpected and continuously changing times. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted all of our lives and business. Whether you are a part of the community that lives at ILNC, a seasonal member of our RV Park, participate in our waterfront, can regularly be seen at snack bar, or have deep roots here, we want you to know that the health and safety of our guests and community is our number one concern.
The State of Michigan’s “Stay at Home” order has been in place since March 23rd. We have been in compliance and will continue to follow all of the laws and guidelines that our Government Officials and the CDC have put into place.
As of May 21, 2020 we know that Governor Whitmer is planning to slowly open up the state little steps at a time (MI 6 Phase Plan).
On May 21 the Michigan District Advisory Board made the difficult decision to cancel all Summer children, youth and Adult camps. This includes the 4th of July Family Fest activities as well as the longstanding Family Campmeeting scheduled to be held July 14-19.
On June 1 Governor Whitmer lifted the Stay At Home Order and gave the following dates for lifting additional guidelines.
June 1
How does this affect Indian Lake?
What can you enjoy at ILNC(updated 6/4/20):
If you have an event at ILNC coming up:
Because the guidelines are constantly changing, we often cannot predict what things will look like at the time of your event. We understand that this is frustrating for you and makes planning an event even more difficult. If you desire to have your event here this summer and are able to, please wait until a week or two before your event to know if we will be able to host it. All deposits and payments can be reimburse at any time if a cancellation occurs due to COVID-19 guidelines and laws.
Please consider:
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about your upcoming event.
For events and retreats that we can host in the future these are some procedures that we will have in place to minimize any potential impact on our guests and community.
In compliance with the recommendations from the Michigan Department of Health and Human services:
In the midst of the chaos let us not forget that we are “GOOD NEWS” people - we don’t DO despair! In the midst of uncertainty, in the midst of turmoil, in the midst of a worldwide pandemic - we find hope. Our hope remains steady. Our lives are flipped upside down, and all that had disguised itself as our hope has been put to shame. Our hope has never come from our financial stability, or our perfectly planned schedules. Our hope has never been in our personal health, or our nation’s economic stability. These things are fine and well enough, but they are temporary and unstable. Our hope is - and always has been - in Christ!
We are currently in unexpected and continuously changing times. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted all of our lives and business. Whether you are a part of the community that lives at ILNC, a seasonal member of our RV Park, participate in our waterfront, can regularly be seen at snack bar, or have deep roots here, we want you to know that the health and safety of our guests and community is our number one concern.
The State of Michigan’s “Stay at Home” order has been in place since March 23rd. We have been in compliance and will continue to follow all of the laws and guidelines that our Government Officials and the CDC have put into place.
As of May 21, 2020 we know that Governor Whitmer is planning to slowly open up the state little steps at a time (MI 6 Phase Plan).
On May 21 the Michigan District Advisory Board made the difficult decision to cancel all Summer children, youth and Adult camps. This includes the 4th of July Family Fest activities as well as the longstanding Family Campmeeting scheduled to be held July 14-19.
On June 1 Governor Whitmer lifted the Stay At Home Order and gave the following dates for lifting additional guidelines.
June 1
- Michiganders are no longer required to stay home regardless of the activity or reason for leaving.
- Indoor social gatherings of groups of 10 or less involving people who do not live inside the same household remain allowed.
- Outdoor gatherings of up to 100 people are now permitted as long as people following social distancing guidelines and those who do not live in the same home remain six feet apart.
- Outdoor parks and recreational facilities may be open if they can modify the site to allow for six feet of distance between people who do not live in the same home. Areas of parks where social distancing cannot be maintained must remain closed.
- Office work that cannot be completed at home can be done in an office, but businesses are asked to allow any work that can be done at home to continue to be done at home.
- Bars and restaurants will be allowed to open for indoor and outdoor dining at 50% capacity as long as each table is six feet apart from others. This includes food courts inside the designated areas of airports.
- Day camps for children will reopen with further guidelines from the state.
- Outdoor public swimming pools (includes ILNC beach) can reopen at 50% capacity. Indoor pools must remain closed.
- State forest campgrounds and DNR-operated harbors are set to reopen.
- State campgrounds and overnight shelters are slated to reopen.
How does this affect Indian Lake?
What can you enjoy at ILNC(updated 6/4/20):
- Leaseholders can return to their property
- Seasonal RVers can return
- ILNC Snack Bar is open for take out and soon limited seating (see website for hours)
- Sunday Buffet in a Box
- Seasonal Waterfront for Reparians, ILNC Leaseholders, and Seasonal RVers
- Social Distancing Hikes
- Social Distancing at the Beach
- Lodging Reservations opened
- Daily RV Lot Rentals opened
- Camp Office is open Monday, Tuesdays, Thursdays Fridays 9am-12pm & 1pm-5pm -Social Distancing and Face Masks are required and serving 1 guest at a time
- Events/Family Reunions/Retreats are limited to 10 or less individual
- Outside Events are limited to 100 or less individuals with social distancing guidelines.
- Playground reopens June 8
- Canoe/Kayak/Paddle Board Rentals reopens June 8
If you have an event at ILNC coming up:
Because the guidelines are constantly changing, we often cannot predict what things will look like at the time of your event. We understand that this is frustrating for you and makes planning an event even more difficult. If you desire to have your event here this summer and are able to, please wait until a week or two before your event to know if we will be able to host it. All deposits and payments can be reimburse at any time if a cancellation occurs due to COVID-19 guidelines and laws.
Please consider:
- Donating your deposit to Indian Lake Nazarene Camp’s ministry
- Making a partial donation of your deposit to Indian Lake Nazarene Camp’s ministry.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about your upcoming event.
For events and retreats that we can host in the future these are some procedures that we will have in place to minimize any potential impact on our guests and community.
In compliance with the recommendations from the Michigan Department of Health and Human services:
- All guests who are experiencing any concerning symptoms or who have had any known contact with an ill or infected person are required to stay at home.
- Move to smaller and staggered gatherings.
- Use outdoor gathering places where possible with better ventilation.
- Require staff and volunteers to stay home when sick and to notify the organization of illness.
- Communicate and reinforce to guests and staff best practices for washing hands and covering coughs and sneezes.
- Regularly clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, like doorknobs, handles, equipment, and light switches.
- Ensure hand hygiene and sanitation supplies are readily accessible.
- Implement social distancing measures (not shaking hands, keeping a distance, etc.)
- Enhance food service safety protocols including modified serving methods.
- Encourage those who are at high risk or vulnerable to stay home and/or implement additional safety protocols.
In the midst of the chaos let us not forget that we are “GOOD NEWS” people - we don’t DO despair! In the midst of uncertainty, in the midst of turmoil, in the midst of a worldwide pandemic - we find hope. Our hope remains steady. Our lives are flipped upside down, and all that had disguised itself as our hope has been put to shame. Our hope has never come from our financial stability, or our perfectly planned schedules. Our hope has never been in our personal health, or our nation’s economic stability. These things are fine and well enough, but they are temporary and unstable. Our hope is - and always has been - in Christ!
