Get Involved at THE OAKS!

Volunteer Opportunities

Serving At THE OAKS

Our Lord Jesus Christ gave us the model of greatness: become a servant! Mark 10:45: For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

Since our beginning, THE OAKS has relied upon the hearts, hands, and minds of people like you who have a passion for Christ and a willingness to serve. Your offering of service enables us to proclaim the gospel to thousands of youth and families from the urban inner city each year.

THE OAKS encompasses 658 acres surrounded by the Angeles National Forest and is located 65 miles north of Los Angeles. THE OAKS ministers to inner-city kids and families who come from World Impact's inner-city ministries. Over 13,000 youth and adults will use THE OAKS this year! Your service directly impacts the urban inner-city church planting ministry of World Impact.

We are often asked: “Who can serve?” Anyone with a willing heart! We’d welcome your bible study group, youth group, men’s / women’s group – you name it! We are also very “family friendly” – bring your kids, serve side by side and build new memories together.

What can you expect? Never a dull moment! Great food and great fellowship. Service projects that empower THE OAKS urban inner city ministry. Wonderful team building opportunities.

Service Options

Option 1: Day Service Opportunities

Come to THE OAKS for a single day of service. We ask that you would work a minimum of 6 service hours. Depending on availability, you can also participate in meals for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at a minimal cost. Meal costs per person: Breakfast $4, Lunch $5, Dinner $6.

Option 2: Multi-Day Opportunities – “THE OAKS Service Retreat”

You can also design a unique weekend service retreat or week long program consisting of service opportunities, adventure, outdoor education, time in nature, and group fellowship and worship. We ask that you work a minimum of 6 service hours for each full day at THE OAKS. Come take advantage of all God has blessed us with at THE OAKS! We will work with you to design a weekend to remember – your group will return home changed and energized to minister in your church and community. Depending on availability, accommodations, meals, outdoor education and / or adventure activities could can be included in your service weekend. See the next page for more details.

(Note: fees below reflect only the actual costs incurred by THE OAKS)

Accommodations

Deluxe lodges are available providing you with rooms with full linens and private baths with four to five people per room. Dorm-style cabins are also available where you bring your own bedding and linens accommodating from eight to fourteen people per room. Meeting facilities can also be made available to your group for fellowship or worship. Cleaning costs are $20 per cabin or lodge room (for any number of nights or guests accommodated).

Meals and Dining

Our spacious dining hall will be arranged with a group of tables specifically for your group. Depending on availability, you can select participate in meals for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at a minimal cost.

Adventure Activities

THE OAKS has professionally facilitated adventure activities emphasizing faith building and fun! Discounted cost is per activity: ($5 / person, min 10 / max 20). We can run simultaneous activities as well for your group.

• Archery
• Leap of Faith
• Rock Climbing
• Zip Line
• Hi Ropes
• Low Ropes Challenges
• Team Building
• Paint ball ($20 / person)

Outdoor Education Activities

THE OAKS outdoor education staff provides experiential learning through science-based activities grounded in God's literal word. We believe creation is a beautiful part of life and to be enjoyed, studied and wondered over, but ultimately to refocus our attention on our Creator. Classes are 1 ½ to 2 hours. Discounted cost per class: $5 / person, min 8 / max 18.

• Astronomy
• Guided Nature Hikes
• Guided Night Hikes
• Survival and Shelter Building
• Animals Study – Desert Animals, Tracks, Traits, Skins and Scales
• Yucca Rope Making

Who to Contact

Paul Meitler, Special Projects Coordinator
Email: pmeitler@worldimpact.org
Phone: (661) 724-1018, Ext. 331

We look forward to hearing from you!
May God bless you richly through your service!

Service Opportunities

You service directly impacts World Impact’s urban inner-city ministry. Your service impacts every guest that comes to THE OAKS. Without you, many of our beatification and maintenance projects would not be possible. Also, every service hour offered enables us to invest money directly back into urban city ministry! Here are just a few examples of projects we have that you can help us with:

Landscaping and Beautification

THE OAKS has also developed a master landscape plan which provides the opportunity to take on many projects such as irrigation, forestation (planting trees), new hardscape and natural landscape, boulder gardens, and adding fences. There is also a significant amount of seasonal and ongoing maintenance where your service would be of great value!

Two additional unique service opportunities include our “Seasonal Adoption” and “Monthly Adoption” programs. We would like to erect a plaque showing your ongoing investment in these programs:

• “Seasonal Adoption” – THE OAKS has specific areas for seasonal planting, maintenance and improvement for both floral and natural landscape. Your ongoing help would be of great assistance!

• “Monthly Adoption” – THE OAKS has designed floral areas for new color and beauty. Monthly planting, plant rotation, and upkeep would be of immense help to us! If any of you love to garden, this is an awesome opportunity for your involvement.

Buildings and Maintenance

God has blessed us with wonderful facilities at THE OAKS. As you can imagine, there are ongoing building and maintenance needs as follows:

• Building Maintenance – Tender care and maintenance is needed for all of our buildings. We have opportunities for service for finished carpenters, painters to work on inside and outside projects for many of our buildings.

• Building Projects – We have building projects available for skilled trades people and team such as gazebos, new seating areas, concrete / masonry work, storage sheds, etc.

Hiking Trails and Viewpoints

Maintaining and developing new trails form an essential part of the nature experience for guests year round. Our trails stretch through our mountainous property and thrust visitors deep into our chaparral forest and desert ecosystems. You can help us with these trails while being immersed immersing in God's creation. Specific projects include: West Face trail from Price Canyon, Northwest Loop rerouting, spring trimming of our trails, and Creek Trail wildflower and natural guide documentation assistance.