Find Out How The Navigators Began

 

Since 1957, Eagle Lake Camps have been offering summer camps in the Colorado Springs area that are combined with a Christ-centered focus and fun activities geared for youths ages 7-18.  Our goal is to provide young people a safe place to grow spiritually, emotionally, physically and socially while having the opportunity to experience the outdoors.  Summer programs for 2014 include an outstanding selection of Colorado Springs Overnight Camps, our Day Camp at Glen Eyrie, and our Eagle Lake On Location programs that are spread out across the country.   

While you may already be aware of the wonderful programs that we offer to young people each summer, you may not be as familiar with the rich history of the Camps.  Eagle Lake was started by The Navigators back in 1957 as part of the ministry of working with youths; but the beginning of The Navigators dates back to the 1930’s. 

The founder of The Navigators was Dawson Trotman, who started his ministry in Southern California working with high school students.  His inspiration came from the scripture, 2 Timothy 2:2: "And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others."  Trotman went on to teach sailors in the U.S. Navy, and by the end of World War II, there were thousands of men growing in Christ and actively sharing their faith.  The principle of spiritual multiplication by the person-to-person teaching of God's word was starting to grow and spread. 

At the same time, the high school students of Trotman’s earlier teachings in Southern California were starting to reach out to others and spread the word throughout their communities.  Now 80 years later, as an international, interdenominational Christian ministry, The Navigators is in over 100 countries around the world serving those who are seeking Christ in their lives.  Our goal is to make a permanent difference in the lives of people around the world. Our purpose—To Know Christ and to Make Him Known®—describes the center and direction of the ministry.

Eagle Lake Camps were founded by The Navigators Christian Ministry and offer exciting adventures for overnight campers ages 8-18, and day camps packed with fun-filled activities geared for ages 7-12.  Our programs have a Christ-centered focus that helps to promote spiritual growth and provide value, safety and fun for each camper.  Please contact us to learn more about our summercamps.