Inform. Inspire. Ignite.

Significance of the nameCamp Karol is named in honor of Saint John Paul II whose birth name was Karol Wojtyla. In Polish, his native language, Karol means Charles. This underscores the strong link Camp Karol has to our Saint Charles Retreat Center of the Diocese of Lake Charles.

HistoryThe idea of a Catholic youth camp in Southwest Louisiana began in 2008 with the purchase of Bear Island, a beautiful piece of land in Moss Bluff situated along the Calcasieu River. Bishop Glen John Provost placed the project under the direction of Father Whitney Miller, director of Saint Charles Retreat Center. The vision evolved into Camp Karol and expanded to include additional acreage near Bear Island.

Symbolism of the LogoThe Camp Karol logo consists of a bear track stamped with a cross on the footpad with a crown of thorns above. The bear track references the original association with Bear Island. The combination of the cross and the rounded footpad perfectly illustrates the Holy Eucharist. The five toes of the bear track symbolize the five wounds of Christ. The bear track is haloed by the crown of thorns worn upon the head of our Lord during His Passion.

How you can helpPrayer – pray for the success of the Camp Karol project, the people working with it, and its mission. While praying, ask for the intercession of the Blessed Mother, Saint John Paul II, Saint Charles Borromeo and Saint Peter Claver.

Time – throughout the building phases, we will need volunteers. We urge you to consider giving your time and energy.

Talents – whether your talent consists of carpentry, arts, cooking, etc., these may be needed for the completion of Camp Karol.

Funding – your monetary donations are greatly appreciated and will be used for the various phases, including:• Bungalow construction and furnishings• Bear Island equipment• Boardwalk construction• Chapel construction and furnishings

THE MISSIONCamp Karol, nestled among nature,

provides a serene environment for our

Catholic youth to:

• Seek Christ • Live Catholic• Build Community • Ignite the World

Spiritual direction, faith-filled talks,

and instruction in Catholic beliefs will

light a spark in the hearts and minds of

our young people. The motto of Camp

Karol is Totus Tuus: Totally Yours.

L E G E N D :1 Chapel2 Meeting Area3 Dining Area4 Kitchen5 Lobby6 Conference Room7 Office8 Pantry9 Storage

Prices for Lodge Furnishings:• Folding Chairs - $30 per chair (200 chairs)• Folding Tables - $90 per table (20 tables)• Folding, Rolling, Dining Room Tables - $1,100 per table (12 tables)• Office Desks - $600 per desk (2 desks)• Conference Room Table and Chairs - $2,000 (1 set)• Entrance Lobby Furnishings - $10,000• Sound System for Conference Hall - $12,000• Kitchen/Dining Supplies - $10,000• Landscaping - $20,000• Chapel Liturgical Supplies - $10,000

Bungalows:Overnight Accommodations• Each Bungalow - $81,000 (8 total) Bear Island Project:• Boardwalk - $50,000• Clearing of Bear Island - $50,000• Ropes Course - $20,000• Sports Fields - $10,000• Wharves and Canoes - $10,000

W H E R E Y O U R D O N A T I O N S W I L L G O :

If you have questions or would like additional information, please call Deacon Brian Soileau, associate director of Camp Karol, at (337) 855-1232, ext. 201 or (318) 335-8979.

Details about Camp Karol can be found on the Saint Charles Retreat Center’s website, stcharlescenter.com. You may also donate online at this site.

Inform. Inspire. Ignite.