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In the summer of 1932 the Reverend Arthur F. Perkins of Merrill, Wisconsin, invited a class of boys for a week at his cottage on Crescent Lake near Rhinelander. They had a wonderful time and this inspired Mr. Perkins with a desire to establish a camp where boys and girls, especially from rural communities could spend a happy, useful vacation under Christian auspices at a nominal cost. He spoke to several pastors of rural churches about the idea and they too were attracted. The piece of land where Perkins Memorial building and Bethel are now located was available with the desirable beach at a very reasonable price. An option was put on the land by Perkins and Mr. Tremblay, a pastor at Pembine, WI., and they approached ten other people whom they felt would be interested enough to donate forty dollars each and act as the board of directors of the camp. Thus Crescent Lake Bible fellowship came into being and was incorporated in February of 1934. It was a humble beginning.
Axes swung, scythes and sickles cut through the brush and made room for the first building, "Bethany" (a combination dining hall and dormitory). Great was the joy of all the workers and the boys and girls who participated in that first camp. Truly the description suggested by Mr. Tremblay, one of the directors years ago was never more applicable than it is today, "Beautiful by creation — sacred by association." A visit to the camp will certainly reveal that there are few more beautiful campsites than Crescent Lake and accommodations and facilities are improving from year to year. Come and see for yourself! Yes, Crescent Lake Bible Camp has been serving the youth of the Midwest for 70+ years and stands ready to continue this service. Please let us hear what the Lord is leading and enabling you to do for Him at camp!
