You will need to spend about three hours on average in preparation for the Father/Son Quest. We have put these training videos and downloadable material together to help you prepare. Please also considering purchasing (and reading) the book, Raising a Modern Day Knight by Robert Lewis. It is available as both in Kindle and Paperback.
Introduction Video #1: What to expect from the weekend and other important things to know about Twin Lakes Camp.
Introduction Video #2: Introduction to the Father/Son Quest Weekend.
Introduction Video #3: Practical Advice for Making the Most of the Weekend.
Introduction to the Six Marks of Manhood. The six marks are explained by David Michael. PDF
Training Video: The Learning and Shepherding Cycle. The Learning Cycle is our attempt to demonstrate how God uses the events in our lives (both good and bad) to transform us to be more like His Son, Jesus Christ. Download Illustration
2022 Schedule. This is the schedule we are anticipating, dependent upon the weather. PDF
Technology Free Weekend. Let your family, friends, and work associates know that you will be taking a break from your phone and focusing on your son/dad. Read more…
Projects to be Done Before You Arrive:
- Son Introduction: One of the first public opportunities for a public blessing will be when dads introduce their sons during the campfire on Saturday evening. Dads should give some advance thought to this time and perhaps seek input from their wives. Using words of affirmation, expressing praise, and speaking well to your son before others will hopefully be an unforgettable blessing and encouragement. This introduction is expected to be less than two minutes. (A little practice will help).
- Blessings Night Hike. Write a Short Personal Letter, Prayer, or “Blessing” that you will pray over your son. This will be the sixth prayer station on our night hike. The first five stations are prayers of blessing based on Psalm 121:5-8, Psalm 15, Psalm 1, Hebrews 12:1, and Hebrews 13:20-21. Download A Father’s Guide to Blessing His Children for a thorough discussion.
- Project for your Son to accomplish: Prepare an introduction of your father that is under one minute long. You might need some help from your mother or some other adult in your life. Use words of admiration, thanks, and praise; talk about things you admire about your father.