We are trying new things," said Tel Hai Camp and Retreat director Brian Williamson, when describing activities being held and planned by the Honey Brook camp. First-time events have included a "Taste of Camp" breakfast buffet on Feb. 24, which served more than 70 people, and a camp craft day held on March 9. Also, the camp is planning its inaugural vendor and craft fair for Saturday, April 6, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For craft day, attendees were able to take part in three different activities, including making a pine cone bird feeder and a mini campfire candle, and they were able to paint a portrait on a small piece of wood. "They could also do a coloring page," Williamson said, noting that the wood "canvases" for the craft were recycled from fallen tree branches. Hot chocolate and coffee were provided to participants.

Both during the breakfast and on craft day, attendees were invited to learn about the camp and its activities.

For the upcoming vendor fair, various exhibitors will display an array of merchandise, including home decor and collectibles. "We have folks that are (selling) crafts, jewelry, antiques and essential oils," Williamson said, adding that home-based business vendors are also invited to participate.

There will be both indoor and outdoor vendor space provided. Separate fees have been set for 10-by-10-foot and 6-by-8-foot booths. Tables and chairs will be provided for an additional fee. Setup will be on Friday, April 5, from noon to 4 p.m. and on April 6 from 6 to 7:45 a.m. Tel Hai reserves the right to reject vendors selling items that do not align with the values and beliefs of the camp.

"It's growing," said Williamson, referring to the number of exhibitors. "It's going to be in the gym and Hemlock Hall, and now we are going into the dining hall because a lot of vendors are interested."

Food, beverages and snacks, including gourmet coffee, will be available for purchase. During the day, the camp's mini golf course will be open and there will be free wagon rides available, weather permitting.

Free parking will be located across the road at the lot at the camp's lake. Free shuttle rides will be offered to and from the parking lot area.

Donations for the camp will be received at the event, said Williamson, noting that the vendor and craft fair is not a major fundraiser for the camp. "It is a community connection thing. The whole idea is to provide something for the community," he said.

To learn more or to register as a vendor, visit http://www.telhaicamp.org/events/vendor-fair. The registration deadline is Wednesday, April 3.

Tel Hai Camp's next event will be its spring celebration on Monday, April 8, at the Shady Maple banquet facility, 129 Toddy Drive, East Earl. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for seating and appetizers, and the banquet will begin at 6:30 p.m.

The program will feature character juggler and speaker Chris Ivey, who will display his championship juggling skills. Attendees will also have an opportunity to win door prizes.

An offering will be received at the end of the event to support Tel Hai Camp and its ministry.

Reservations for the banquet are required. For more information, visit http://www.telhaicamp.org/events/spring-celebration-dinner.

In addition, Tel Hai Camp will host its spring work day on Saturday, April 13, from 8 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are needed to help with garden work, painting, chopping wood and small construction repairs. Interested volunteers should contact the camp office at 610-273-3969 or info@telhaicamp.org.

Tel Hai Camp and Retreat, an independent, nonprofit Christian camp, is situated on a 150-acre property that includes wooded areas, open fields and a lake. The site includes a zip line, a gymnasium, a basketball and street hockey court, an archery range, a miniature golf course and a gaga ball court.

Camp offerings include a Dad & Lad Camp for fathers and their 8- to 13-year-old sons and a Mother Daughter Spring Getaway. In addition, the site is available for retreats for members of churches, Christian schools and similar organizations.

Tel Hai Camp, a member of the Chirstian Camp and Conference Association, is located at 31 Lasso Drive, Honey Brook. For more information, visit www.telhaicamp.org or www.facebook.com/TelHaiCampRetreat.