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September 22, 2009September 23, 2009

Horizon Shirts Now Available

Camp t-shirts are fun to wear but have you ever wished you had a great looking Horizon t-shirt to wear that just expressed our organization and not a camp theme?

Well we did it! The Association of Horizon, Inc has joined forces with 3E Love, LLC to give you the opportunity to show your Horizon pride.

We are selling a long sleeve t-shirt ($18) and short sleeve t-shirt ($16) in navy blue with our name and logo on the front left chest screen printed in white. The back has the now famous saying that was posted at camp this year and at the end of our video, “Nobody has a disability. Everyone has ability. Let’s find it.”

Shirts are available for a limited time only at HorizonApparel.info
Orders placed before October 1^st will be shipped on (or around) October 7^th
Orders placed before November 1^st will ship on (or around) November 7^th
All net proceeds from the Horizon shirts will go to Horizon. In addition, $3 from every 3E Love item purchased with a Horizon t-shirt also be donated to Horizon.
In support of our organization, 3E Love, LLC has offered to continue to donate $3 for any 3E Love purchases after our fundraiser through December 31. All you need to do is enter “HORIZON” in discount code box at checkout.

Do not use “discount codes” when placing orders including any Horizon t-shirts.

August 26, 2009September 1, 2009

Video of 2009 Summer Camp

This year we have a video highlighting the week of camp. A special thanks goes out to Michael A. for all his hard work. This video shows several aspects of summer camp. It includes a variety of different activities that happen. Whether you were at camp this year, haven’t been recently, or maybe just want to show the people you know what Horizon Summer Camp is about, view the following YouTube clip.

2009 Horizon Camp

August 26, 2009August 26, 2009

Horizon Weekend Camp

The deadline for turning in your camp application is approaching quickly. This year’s weekend camp will be held at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center in Hudson Illinois. For dates & time, please click on the fall camp link.

July 28, 2009July 29, 2009

Another Successful Summer Camp

Horizon Camp ended on Saturday, July 25 and I’m still recovering. This year’s camp was a blast. There were a lot of new people that brought new spirit back to the camping experience. We had our largest turnout with nearly 200 people throughout the week. The camp and recruitment committees worked hard in the organization process and everyone had a wonderful time.

There were many of our favorite activities including Arts & Crafts, swimming, karaoke and our pizza party. One new activity that was quite popular was our Cabin Feud game show. We combined cabins and they competed against others. Congratulations to Owl/Hawk for their victory. It was fun and exciting to watch but there was some controversy and a couple of teams were not pleased with the outcome. People have to realize it was ONLY A GAME! Horizon did bring back its Carnival evening and there were several creative games for everyone to participate in.

It is hard to imagine seven days going so quickly but that happens every year at Camp. By the time people get to know one another it’s time to pack up. Please feel free to leave a comment about your camp experience that you just will not forget or something you would like to share with others.

May 22, 2009May 22, 2009

Golf Outing & Luau

Saturday, June 13, Horizon will be hosting its annual Golf Scramble and Luau. Golfers will play 18 holes of golf at the lovely Links at Carillon Golf Course. It will be a best ball scramble and there will be exciting course games including, several opportunities for hole-in-one’s with prizes and a chance to win a Harley Davidson.

If you’re not into golfing, come join us for the Luau in the evening. There will be a pig roast with plenty to drink and a live band for your dancing pleasure. There is still room available for golfing and the luau, so register online at golf outing.

Could you use some extra cash? If so, take a chance on our Cash Raffle. Tickets are available for $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. There will be five winning prizes from fifth prize winning $100 up to the grand prize winner of $500! Winners need not be present so this is a great way to support the event if you’re not able to attend. For more information about purchasing raffle tickets prior to the event, please contact Michael Trimpe.

May 6, 2009

Summer Camp Volunteers Needed

Horizon is busy planning 2009 Summer Camp. The activities staff are working on some new ideas for activities that will use this year’s theme “TV SHOWS.” We have the most adults with physical disabilities applying for this year’s camp but, we are needing volunteers. If you are able to volunteer this summer please fill out an application on our summer camp page. No experience necessary, just a willingness to help.

We could also use assistance to help set up camp, on Saturday, July 18. So if you are unable to come for the entire week, come on down Saturday to help in visit with your friends from Horizon. For more information about this year summer camp please e-mail camp@associationofhorizon.org.

April 27, 2009April 28, 2009

Thank you bowling committee

Horizon’s Candlelight bowl was held on Saturday, April 25. Nearly 90 people were in attendance and everyone enjoyed themselves. The evening included three games of bowling. The final game, watching people bowl with their eyes closed, standing on one leg or bowling between your partner’s legs was entertaining even for the spectators. There was good food and excellent music provided by the DJ, A-Z Entertainment. The highlight of my evening was watching everyone trying to win a variety of wonderful raffle prizes, after all, the more raffle tickets you purchased the better chance of winning your prize.
Thanks to everyone for attending and especially the organizers of this fun event. Let me know when next year’s event is coming so I can put it on my calendar.

April 2, 2009April 13, 2009

Upcoming Candlelight Bowl

Horizon is bringing back its Candlelight bowl fundraiser. This fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 25. Dust off your bowling shoes and get ready for an exciting evening of fun with your Horizon friends & family. All proceeds from this event will help fund the 2009 summer camp program. Horizon needs your help to raise money!!!
To find out more information and how to register for bowling, click on the fundraising link and look for Bowl for Horizon. Register before before the date of the event to receive reduced price.

March 22, 2009March 22, 2009

2009 Horizon Hockey Outing

Saturday evening March 21, around 70 Horizon members enjoyed a well played hockey game. It was a good defensive battle and close game throughout. Ending regulation time in a 2-2 tie, entitled the audience to some extra hockey. The sudden-death period was not enough time to decide a winner, so we got to watch a shoot-out . Unfortunately the Chicago Wolves ended up going down in defeat but, Horizon did its best to scream and cheer the entire game.
How about that stream the entertaining laser light show when they announced the starting lineup? Very entertaining and worth the price of the ticket alone.

March 11, 2009March 16, 2009

GoodSearch is Great for us!

We have been getting some great activity on our GoodSearch page. I think it’s awesome how the members of this organization have stepped up and started doing this. Keep spreading the word, the more people we turn on to this simple way to support Horizon, the better! Don’t forget about GoodShop too, there are hundreds of stores to shop through. The link is right on the GoodSearch page.

Click the link below & start searching. 🙂