TEXAS FAQ

As the great Mason Ramsey once sang, “If you ain’t got no giddy up, then giddy out our way” because we’re steamrollin’ on back to Austin, TX this Spring! Have a question? Well we have the answer so you can have the rootinest tootinest time down in the Lone Star State. Will we go to Bucee’s? You betcha! Can we all get 10 gallon hats? Darn right we will! If there are any other questions you have that aren’t addressed here, contact any of the staff on this trip! We want YOU to join us and hope this clarifies why you belong down South!

HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE?
We will be driving down in style!! You guessed it, we’re driving these fancy vehicles we like to call, passenger vans! You’ll have plenty of bonding time and a whole lot of space to pack your extra snacks from Bucee’s. Travel time is just one day so don’t worry about getting leg cramps. All aboard!

WHAT DOES THE COST COVER?
The $450 covers all the travel costs: the van, the gas, the fun stories in the car. A huge blessing that is covered is the lodging! You won’t have to pay a dime to stay anywhere we go! Also, a few Texas staples: THE BBQ, and of course line dancing, and the good ole Rodeo. It covers fees of getting you anywhere we go but not the extra stuff we do. All the delicious coffee, swag from cool shops, and the majority of lunch and dinners will be at your own cost. We got ya with breakfast!

WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING WHEN WE GET THERE?
We will be resting our heads in a hospitable church beneath the TX sky! We will reside in Austin, TX the whole week and travel to Waco/Dallas for a day trip. The church is located near all the Texan attractions so there will be no delay in scootin’ on over to the rodeo. We’ll provide more details about the church moving forward and get rowdy for some cowboy camping (not literally)! Pack your air mattresses and sleeping bags but rest assured you’ll be able to dream well about armadillos and Texas Roadhouse rolls every night. Yee to the Haw, y’all!

WHO’S GOING WITH US?
Oh, just a rowdy ole bunch!! There will be a total of 44 students (that’s you!) and 6 CSF staff members.
Those cowboys (and girls) are:

Bailee Watson ([email protected]) Taylor Swift’s number 1 fan is here!!! If you’ve ever wondered, “who makes the incredible PSP’s at CSF”? It’s Bailee and her crew.. Don’t be fooled by her, she doesn’t miss 3 pointers (left leg pointed straight up) and will break anyone’s ankle that questions it. Other than that, Bailee loves ice cream and wants you to go with her to the National Ice Cream Museum so bad. Don’t deny her that trip! She was recently in a war with TicketMaster for Taylor Swift tickets and she won! Give her a high five and ask her more about her ways of defeating the evil TicketMaster.

Claire Moore ([email protected]) You know her, you love her, and you definitely can’t miss her. It’s Claire Moore! She’s the biggest ball of energy we’ve got and louder than you’d expect. If she’s not busting out a dance move she might be trying to snack on some mayonnaise (Yeah it’s weird…but we love her). Will she be braiding our hair in between pit stops… probably! If you didn’t know, she’s rounding out her time as a Moore before she gets hitched later this year but in the meantime she’s ready to head back to the Lone Star state where she actually lived for 2 summers. We’ve got a true Texas veteran on our hands!

Jade Eaton ([email protected]) Step aside John Wayne, we got a true cowgirl in town. The only reason why you would choose to not go to Texas is because you do not know Jade Eaton. If you know her, you are tempted to grab your cowboy boots and linedance on to Texas with the gang! When Jade is not fangirling over Texas, she can be found performing very minimal pranks that leave her laughing for days. Aside from these anticlimactic, hilarious pranks, Jade’s favorite pastime is wrassling with any chump who thinks they can withstand the heat…and she has the belt to prove it. But do not fear! By coming to Texas, THE Jaderade will be on your side as we take on the most exhilarating week of your life. Don’t be a chump, choose Texas with Jade.

Jim Braden ([email protected]) Jim is trading his Kentucky blue jersey for the University of Texas Longhorns orange! He’s ready to saddle on up and take us on the adventure of a lifetime! You’ve definitely seen him around if you’re a freshman or a senior, but no matter what grade you’re in – he’s inviting you to hop in his 15 passenger van, turn up that 2022 Spotify Wrapped playlist, and make the trek to Texas! This former barista will teach you everything you need to know about coffee while we’re getting caffeinated at Summer Moon and he won’t let you get lost while hiking through Mount Bonnell. Jim might even tell you about his 3 pet squirrels he used to have as a kid! Jim can’t wait to introduce you to his ole pal Damps and he’ll be the first to get a game of euchre or code names going at the end of the day! Come get to know Jim in the capital city of Texas!!

Sophia Calton ([email protected]) Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Spongebob, duh. But Sophia Carlton can teach you how to scuba dive all the way to Bikini Bottom and back. Her lifelong dream is to visit all 30 MLB stadiums. Sophia is quite the story-teller behind the camera and is STOKED to create even more memories down in the Texas warmth. Another fun fact we LOVE about Sophia is she is obsessed with a home-cooked bowl of spaghetti. Get to know this goofball in the Lone Star!

Zach Ball ([email protected]) Zach will be two stepping his way right outta Blue Crew’s fan section and right onto the dance floor with his spit-shined Spurs and belt buckle. He may be seen in UK blue but be on the lookout for Doug Dimmadone’s designer cowboy hat. He’ll get you energized with a 32 ounce latte from Summer Moon and will show you his southern hospitality at the local BBQ joint. We can’t wrangle him if he tries to mimic Tim Duncan’s post moves but we’ll watch him come alive at Buc-ees and worship our Lord all week long as he returns for year 2 in the Lone Star state!

***Questions? Ask ’em! We are so excited you’re interested in joining us on this week in the Lone Star State!***

FLORIDA FAQ

We’re hyped that you’re interested in the Florida Spring break trip. But first… Click here to get pumped up really quick! Now that you’ve danced a bit, keep reading for info about the best spring break trip in the CSF catalog. It’s literally better than when Lance Armstrong went to the moon!

Let’s answer all of the questions your fun-loving brain can think of and if there are still more questions, feel free to contact any of the CSF staff going on the trip (contact info and bios below). But let’s get one thing clear: This trip is going to be AMAZING and we want YOU to be a part of it with us!

HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE?
Remember those 15 passenger vans you’d ride in to get to church camp? Or maybe you’ve seen them on the highway and you thought “are those the Duggars from TLC?” Well it’s your turn to ride in style. We’ll be taking over the interstate with our force of vans down to Laguna Beach. The drive is ONLY 10 hours so that means more sleep and beach time. We’ll leave a bit before the sun rises on Saturday morning and get there just when the sun is setting that SAME day!

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?
Take a look at the packing list here!

WHAT DOES THE COST COVER?
The cost of this trip to Florida covers the travel there and back, the retreat center we’re staying at, 3 meals a day in Florida (PLUS your beach/midnight snacks), and some sunscreen/aloe for when you fall asleep on the beach. This trip is basically all-inclusive, so it’s even more of an amazing deal! The only things you’ll have to pay for are meals on the way down and up.

WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING IN FLORIDA?
We’ll be staying at The Blue Horizon Lodge and Retreat Center that sits right across the street from the beautiful sands of Laguna beach. The Lodge might be a new place for CSF but they’re no stranger to hosting people – they know what is required to have a great time. There is a private pool , full sand volleyball court, and basketball court (perfect place to show off your Tuesday night hoops skills). And since this is promised to be the most relaxing trip of your life – there is a bed for everyone to lay their head down and let your sunburn set in as you sleep.

WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE GET THERE?
When we get there, you’ll have to take a second to recover from shock because you’re going to be blown away by how close we are to the beach. Yes, the beach is right across the street. We’ll have some free time once we get there (perfect for claiming the best bunk bed, playing some games, smelling the ocean breeze, that sort of thing).

The first night we’ll get to know each other, talk about how fun this trip will be, and split up into our bible study groups and chat. Then, we’ll rally back up for a potential dance party, and finish off with something you’ll get very used to this week: CHILLIN’. The whole time we’re there you’ll have the entire day to spend leisurely on the beach. Whether you’re a sun seeking tanner, into pool aerobics, or a baller the day is yours to enjoy. There is also a donut and coffee shop less than ½ a mile down the street! And for all you who enjoy the finer things, we will be close enough for a day trip to 30A (Rosemary beach, Seaside, and Clearwater).

At night we’re going to keep with the theme of relaxation and enjoy dinner provided by your staff chefs (You literally just have to show up!) and then we’ll head to the sanctuary for some worship! Some nights we’ll even head out to the beach for worship. Afterward, we’ll split up to hang with our groups. After group time we’ll have a bit more free time before bed so you can play some late night games or take a walk on the beach.

WHO’S GOING WITH US?
Oh, just the greatest people in the world! There will be tons of room for every student and CSF staff members. Here are the staff going on the trip:

Alli Rankin
(859) 948-5581
[email protected]

Paige Menefee
(502) 419-4402
[email protected]

Lexus McCormick
(859) 468-1570
[email protected]

Sarah Iranpour
(859) 948-8590
[email protected]

Rees Matthews
(859) 338-1559
[email protected]

Warren Bryant
(859) 338-3110
[email protected]

Jeff Barker
(859) 339-5246
[email protected]

Josiah Noble
(859) 533-1409
[email protected]

John Marshall
(502) 500-5612
[email protected]

Annie VandenBerg
(859) 492-6016
[email protected]

***Questions? Ask ’em! We are so excited you’re interested in joining us on this week in the sun!***

WASHINGTON, DC FAQ

HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE?
Hop in the whip we’re headed to the Nation’s Capital . With as famous as this city is, you’ll be in no short supply of movies filmed here to watch along the way. Whether you prefer Captain America, Independence Day, or My Date with the President’s Daughter, there is surely a movie fit for you. And if movies aren’t your thing, you’ll be in a van with 10 other people to laugh with, cry with, and talk conspiracies with. We will be driving some 15 passenger vans and caravanning Presidential style to the Capitol.

WHAT DOES THE COST COVER?
Great question! It’ll cover transportation, lodging, breakfast each day, professional hockey tickets, entrance into the Museum of the Bible, an unlimited 7-day subway pass to get you all around the metro area, and one of the more underrated results of the fall, tolls.

WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING?
We’re working on finding a home to stay at in Austin! With our church connections and the loads of AirBnB’s around town, we’ll have more info about this soon!

WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE GET THERE?
We’re treating DC like it’s our playground. You’ve got some slides (trains, cars, and subways) that will take you to different places, and you’ve got plenty of spaces for adventure. Get your adrenaline pumping with a professional hockey game, explore the right side of your brain at an art museum, take a day trip to New York (train ride not included in trip price), explore the city by bird (scooters that is), yell “on your left” to everyone you pass at the National Mall, and explore all of the Smithsonian’s your heart desires. There is so much to do in DC, and you will have the opportunity to explore what you desire!

WHO’S GOING WITH US?
Just the best people on earth…around 32 students and 4 staff! Woo hoo! Here are the staff leading the trip:

Mike Donohue ([email protected]) – I am sure that he has told you but Mike is from Maryland. We are gearing up to go to his homeland. If you are looking for someone to get on the metro and start exploring the city with no plan then he is your guy. Get ready to hit bombs at top golf and go crazy cheering on the Capitals together.

Jenny Asher ([email protected]) – By now, Jenny is basically your very own personal travel agent. She’s a seasoned veteran in planning trips, so you have nothing to fear when you are traveling with her. You can catch her running around barefoot in all of the open grass spaces with ice cream in hand. If you need someone to nerd out with you in the Smithsonian museums, take her with you.

Aubree Boggs ([email protected]) – No one loves frolicking and cherry blossom trees more than Aubree. If you also love both of these things, BUCKLE UP and get ready to climb trees with Aubs at DC’s world-renowned Cherry Blossom Festival! If you love BIG CITIES and BRIGHT LIGHTS, hit NYC and explore all the day long with this city lovin’ gal!

Jack Teegarden ([email protected]) – where all the baddies at? No one has scooted around cities as much as Jack. If you want to see some cool stuff lit up at night while scooting this trip is for you. You can catch him exploring, finding good food, scooting around DC or NYC.

***Questions? Ask ’em! We are so excited you’re interested in joining us for this week in the Nation’s Capital!***

COLORADO ADVENTURE FAQ

WHY ADVENTURE IN COLORADO??
If you’ve ever wanted to experience the glory of the Rocky Mountains without breaking a sweat… while also exploring the downtown life of Denver… and taking a granola stroll through the Garden of the Gods… If you’ve ever wanted to soak in a natural hot springs surrounded by forests… followed by a delicious and entertaining meal at Casa Bonita… If you can’t wait to fill your phone’s photo album with pictures of God’s favorite place on earth… Then this trip is for you!

HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE?
Two words. ROAD! TRIP! What could be better than road tripping out West with your best friends? Queue up your favorite songs, grab your favorite snacks and put on your coziest travel fits. We are going to be loading up in some fifteen passenger vans for the drive of a lifetime! You may head into this road trip as strangers but we guarantee you’ll be leaving with some of your new best friends. Swapping stories, snacks and song suggestions. This is a trip you don’t want to miss.

WHAT DOES THE COST COVER?
Van rentals
Gas
Lodging
Breakfast every morning + 1 Dinner out together (The rest of the meals are on you!)
Snacks
Entry to the Mount Princeton Hot Springs
Train Ride to the top of Pikes Peak
Tickets to the great outdoors.

WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING?
Still nailing this down… Most likely a church! But we’ll keep ya posted! We’ve got some options currently still in the works!
On the way out and back, we’ll be stopping half-way to break up the long drive!

WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE GET THERE?
Enjoy Colorado ~athleisure~ style! This trip is for you if you want to take a granola stroll through the Garden of the Gods and eat donuts on the top of Pikes Peak. (That’s at 14,000 feet!) And don’t forget to pack your swimsuit because we are going to be enjoying the natural hot springs at Mount Princeton!

We are going to be taking a trip to Downtown Denver to eat some good food and check out some cool coffee shops! As well as going to the Red Rocks Amphitheater.

You don’t want to miss out on the Colorado Adventure trip! Eating good food, building a great community and studying scripture in the MOUNTAINS!

WHEN WILL WE LEAVE AND GET BACK?
We will leave on Saturday morning, March 11th. We will be back in Lexington on Saturday, March 18th!

WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME?
The greatest part of this trip besides the views of the Rockies is the COMMUNITY! At the core of this trip is a commitment to love each other well, get to know some new friends, and walk away with a brand new CSF family. A flexible attitude toward the schedule and a willingness to be open-handed with time is an important part of having a great trip together! We want to love our host church and families well. Each night we’ll typically get together for Bible study or worship because we want to connect with the Lord just as much as we want to have some crazy fun experiences.

WHO’S GOING WITH US?
David Hausknecht – C-O-L-O-R-A-D-O is how he would have spelled Colorado if he won the Virginia state spelling bee! But alas, first runner up is still pretty cool. David can’t wait to bring all of you along for Hometown Week (insert Bachelor joke here) as you encounter the best this Western state can offer. Skiing is cool and all, but Colorado is SO MUCH more than just that (did we mention the Hot Springs?). You will be well caffeinated on this trip as David keeps his coffee routine on a tight schedule and can’t wait to play all the games during the down time!

Jesse Graham – All Jesse wants for Christmas this year is for you to come to Colorado AND the newest LEGO car he can find on the market. This Master Builder loves NASCAR, Star Wars, and anything Marvel you can find on Disney+. He even promised to whip up some pancakes if you join him on this trip! He’s personally excited to visit the Garden of the Gods and checking out Pikes Peak! He won’t speed on the streets but you will learn all things racing with this guru by your side.

Lydia Slayden – The woman of many hats around CSF also has 1,000 nicknames! At least one for each day you’re out west with our own, Lydia Slayden! Having a good day? It’s Lyd Slay-All-Day. Feeling like dancing? Lyd-Stomp is your choice! Fan of Starbucks? White Mocha is calling you! Spill that Starbucks? Lydia Litter will help you wipe that floor. Lydia is so stoked to go hiking in the Colorado hills and can even teach you everything she knows about German Folk Dancing while on the trails!

Ruth Ward – “The sky’s awake, so I’m awake” is Ruth’s mantra for this adventure! Lover of all things outdoors, Ruth can’t wait to go hiking with all of you. She enjoys flowers, pickle ball, picnics, pickle ball, swimming, and did we mention PICKLE BALL?! She’ll destroy you on the courts. Ruth is also recently engaged to her best friend’s bro! Truly the wing woman of the year for setting up these two! Ruth ain’t weird, but when the sky’s not awake you will absolutely find her in her eye mask she simply can’t sleep without. Come hang with her in good ole Colorado!

Tyra Gilbert – If you need a hero, Tyra is your girl! Lover of all things Marvel, DC, and Star Wars (she’ll fight Jesse for that crown), Tyra would love to nerd out over the best cup of coffee Colorado has to offer. Tyra’s always down for upping her music game and wants to hear all of your recommendations! Her excitement for this trip is out of this world and she can’t wait for you to join. She might even cook you one of her gourmet cuisines if you ask nice enough!

COLORADO SKI TRIP FAQ
This March, CSF will take an amazing group of 40 students to ski the Rockies in Colorado. The humble servants chosen to lead CSF’s most exciting spring break trip are Jess Belcher, Bri Wulfeck, Beau Carroll, Christy Hadley and Brendan Westerfield. From first timers to snowblinded vets all are welcome to come shred the slopes! This week-long trip will be filled with home cooked food, deep talks and sipping cocoa in addition to hitting the slopes skiing or snowboarding. We are staying at a top secret location. We will be spending the week studying the bible, growing closer to God, and growing closer to a community of friends; all the while enjoying the incredible mountain in Colorado. This is the trip to come on if you want an experience of a lifetime!

HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE?
We are hiking over the river and through the woods! Just kidding, we are cross country skiing! Just kidding, we will be taking vans!

WHAT DOES THE COST COVER?
The $675 will help to cover your lodging, transportation, 3 day lift ticket, and meals while in Colorado (travel days you will be required to buy your own food, and one day when we go out to dinner on our off day). THIS DOES NOT COVER RENTALS! (~$60 to $130 extra)

WHERE WILL WE BE STAYING?
We will be splitting our drive to and from Colorado into two days. We will be staying the night at a church halfway before finishing our trek!
During the week in Colorado we will be staying at a local church!

WHAT WILL WE DO WHEN WE GET THERE?
Our first night in Colorado, we will settle into the church; stretch, hangout, and play games. Each night, we will also take some time to split into small groups and study God’s word. We are excited to grow as a small community and learn about God and His amazing love. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday will be days on the mountain! After spending the day out on the slopes, we will head back to the church, shower, eat some dinner, worship, and then break into small groups for Bible study. There will be time after devotions for playing games and hanging out. Wednesday will be a free day! We’ll go exploring, check out the hot springs, go shopping, etc. There is also the option of skiing that day but you have to pay for an extra lift ticket. Wednesday night we will go out to eat. This is the only meal that is not covered once we get to Colorado.

WHAT IS EXPECTED OF ME?
First, we want to make sure we are great guests to all the people/places hosting us. Make sure to take extra care of wherever we are! Second, be ready to party 24/7! Laugh a lot, make new friends and memories, see the beauty and love of God on display daily, and try not to require a hospital run.

You can submit your $100 deposit asap and join us on this amazing trip!

WHO’S GOING WITH US?
Sit down for this one. There will be 30 students, 5 CSF staff members, The Holy Spirit and our ski gear!

Bri Wulfeck ([email protected]). A CSF Spring Break Skiing veteran, Bri comes ready to show everyone the ropes. If you’re worried about being a first timer, she is one exam away from being a certified ski instructor. After an awesome day cruising around the slopes, get ready for conversation that could take you anywhere. And I mean anywhere. She’s always down to celebrate the small victories, so if you’re looking for someone to pump you up, she’s your girl!

Jess Belcher ([email protected]). Coming from the ‘Glades and South Beach there isn’t a better shredder coming out of Florida. She’s taking faith and fitness to all new heights on her repeat tour as the leader of our trip. Watch out altitude sickness and crock pot meals, you won’t be able to slow this Yeti on the slopes down! That is unless you want to grab some hot cocoa at the lodge and hangout with a laid back slope master and learn about Jesus and her tips for doing a double black diamond, blindfolded!

Beau Carroll ([email protected]). Living in the good ole’ days, QB2 has never lost his childhood sense of adventure. Want to go down a black diamond? He’ll give it a go. But much like his time on the football field, he’ll probably be looking up at you from his back. Don’t sweat about the small stuff though, Beau’s easy going personality will keep you having fun and laughing all day long. Whether you’re laughing at him or with him, you won’t want to miss the chance to be around his carefree faith.

Christy Hadley ([email protected]). Sneakily the funniest person on staff. No need to worry about getting hurt on the slopes, because she is an aspiring doctor and is totally licensed to treat you… She’ll keep you laughing from her subtle humor and tastefully placed Harry Potter references while also blowing your mind with her bilingual skills. ¿Como se dice : “This trip is 1000x more fun because Christy Hadley will be on it!”?

Brendan Westerfield ([email protected]). Take 1 part farmer, 2 parts professional actor, add a pinch of beginner skiing, mix it all up and you’ll get the one & only Brendan Westerfield. This dude grows a mean beard and LOVES to quote movies. If you’re worried about your skills on the slopes, just take one look at him tumbling down the mountain and you will immediately feel better about yourself. If you want to hear a good story, just ask him what happened on April 5th, 2012.

***Questions? Email [email protected] for more info!***