Dear Sacred Community,
On April 4th, 2009 community members gathered at Yoga West to have a dialogue about "What is possible with Camp Raj Yog?". It was an exciting event with lots of great energy and ideas all of which circle around creating a sustainable sacred centre that is inspiring and earth friendly.
DID YOU MISS IT?
 Watch the online video presentation here.
Topics include:
* An Introduction * Overview of the Land
* Sustainable Building * Clean Water
* The Project * Our Achievements
Upcoming events include:
- Design Party ~ April 11th, 2009. A night of creativity and collaboration to design the future.
- Campout ~ May 8-9th, 2009. A fun-filled weekend of campfires and seva at Camp Raj Yog.
We invite you to explore the content of this newsletter and/or contact our newly appointed Fundraising Coordinator Rama Singh to learn how you may be involved and support this project.
“Where there is love, there is no question.” ~ Yogi Bhajan
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Designing Camp Raj Yog
What future do you see for Camp Raj Yog?
On April 11th, 2009
at 6:30pm, You are invited to attend a discussion with Rama Singh a sustainable builder,
Clifton Schooley a rammed earth specialist and Troy Vassos a senior
environmental engineer to look at specific design elements that are
being considered for Camp Raj Yog.
Come
get inspired! Learn about these innovative and environmental
approaches and participate in the discussion where you will have an
opportunity to share your vision for Camp Raj Yog.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely, Rama Singh Khalsa
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Fundraising Dinner on May 28th 2009
 Time: 6 - 9 pm
Grand Taj Banquet Hall
8388 - 128 St. Surrey, BC
Support Camp Raj Yog and enjoy an evening full of
entertainment and fun with your family while we share with you the past
year's highlights and this year's exciting plans for Camp Raj Yog.
or
Call 778-840-6150
to order by phone
(after April 13th, 2009)
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Grant Awarded $15,000 for Khalsa Ladies Camp!
Wahe Guru! The BC Government awarded the Khalsa Ladies Camp program a total of $15,000 on April 3, 2009.
These much needed funds will go to support the Khalsa Ladies Camp program to help supplement the operating cost.
We are very grateful for the BC Government's support in our venture and vision to "Serve Humanity on Sacred Land".
Ang Sung Waheguru,
Guru Raj Kaur Khalsa & The Camp Raj Yog Council
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Get Involved
- Become a monthly donor! This is one of the most sustainable ways for you to serve this camp. We would like to encourage everyone to become a monthly donor, donating even just 10$ a month...imagine, if we have 300 people donating 10$/ month, that is 3,000$ a month to help us cover our basic costs of mortgage etc... You can become a monthly donor securely online or through mailing in post-dated cheques, click here
- Become a Member of Camp Raj Yog ~ Camp Raj Yog is pleased to announce the launch of its
new membership program. Created in response to feedback from the 3HO
community who identified that community members must support the
project in a meaningful and sustainable way in order for it to succeed.
- SEVA ~ The foundation of this land has all been built by seva. There are many ways that you can be involved through the donation of your time, energy, enthusiasm and skills. When we get into Spring 2009, come on over to the beautiful Sunshine Coast and join together with friends for a work party. For more info and to get involved email:
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*We are open to ideas, suggestions and inspiration from others, so if you have anything you'd like to share with this project, contact us!
- Awareness ~ Help us get the buzz out about the camp. We are having regular Camp Presentations after Gurdwara programs at Yoga West, as well as making an effort to get out into the greater community and let people know what we are doing and invite participation. If you would like a Camp representative to come make a presentation near you, please contact
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Upcoming Events
- Design Party ~ April 11th, 2009. A night of creativity and collaboration to design the future.
- Campout ~ May 8-9th, 2009. A fun-filled weekend of campfires and seva at Camp Raj Yog.
- Fundraising Dinner ~ May 28th, 2009 - 6pm-9pm. An exciting night of entertainment, gifts, prizes, food.
- Fundraising Tour ~ June 2009 - TBD. A sacred kirtan tour to several locations within BC.
- Khalsa Men's Camp ~ August 5-9th, 2009. A spiritual Gathering for Men.
- Khalsa Ladies Camp ~ August 12- 16th, 2009. A spiritual Gathering for Women.
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Progress to Date
- November 2006 - Purchase of the property
- December 2006 - Formation of a Camp Raj Yog Council
- Summer 2007 - Water system installed on the land
- Summer 2007 - Beautiful outdoor showers built on the land
- Summer 2007 - Successful Khalsa Men's and Ladies Camp hosted on the land
- August 2007 - $30,000 much needed grant received from the BC government for Khalsa Ladies Camp
- January 2008 - Hiring of a fundraising coordinator
- February 2008 - Our new website www.camprajyog.com
- March 2008 - Launch PR Campaign
- April 2008 - $7,000 of lumber donated by Rick Doman
- May 2008 - building of 2 large tent platforms
- May 17/18th, 2008 - Teacher Training Retreat ~ The first event of this season on the land!
- June 2nd, 2008 - Camp Raj Yog Fundraiser raising over $30,000
- July 2008 - Electrical Service established
- July 2008 - Building 40'x40' extension onto tent platform
- July 2008 - Building temporary kitchen building
- August 2008 - Khalsa Men's Camp & Ladies Camp success
- August 2008 - Youth Camp
- December 2008 - Fundraiser at White Tantric Yoga Course raises over $500
- December 2008 - Mr. Gurnek Sull from Quesnel donates $10,000
- February 2009 - Initial Project Development Plan established
- March 2009 - Rama Singh is appointed Fundraising Coordinator for Camp Raj Yog
- April 2009 - $15,000 Grant awarded to the Khalsa Ladies Camp Program
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