New lake property purchase allows Camp Cho-Yeh to expand programming
With 1,200 feet of waterfront and 130 feet of shaded beach, the landscape of Camp Cho-Yeh’s recently purchased property on Lake Livingston will provide an incredible experience for summer campers and retreat guests. The purposeful combination of kayaks, water zip line, and stand-up paddle boards next to porches, fishing docks, and a beach full of Adirondack chairs allows for a wide spectrum of opportunities — both for those who love active recreation or those in need of rest.
Camp Cho-Yeh, located in Livingston, provides one- and two-week sessions of residential summer camp for children ages 6-16. The purchase of the 5-acre property is part of their strategic vision to create programming that appeals to campers as they get older. Beginning the first week of June, hundreds of teenagers will benefit from interacting with nature on this cove, now called Lighthouse Point because of the sturdy 55-foot landmark offering a 270-degree view of the lake. Expanded water sport activities may include sailing, banana boating, wakeboarding and tubing.
“This place will be a unique tool for us as we mentor and shape lives of middle school and high school campers,” said Garret Larsen, executive director of Camp Cho-Yeh, “While they are here, we have the opportunity to put them in relationship with our high-quality counselors during such a formative time in their lives. We are excited to watch the ways God will use Lighthouse Point and allow us to shape lives for Christ.”
Lighthouse Point also features a 6,000-square-foot lodge that will accommodate as many as 50 overnight guests in its seven bedrooms. Its comfortable living spaces and covered decks looking out over Lake Livingston will be available for retreat groups and weddings in non-summer months. Beautiful sunsets, gentle breezes, and the calming effect of a vast horizon are provided at no extra charge.
“It is truly a unique property that will meet the needs of certain groups in ways we’ve never been able to do before,” said Larsen.
Camp Cho-Yeh is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1947 and is located north of Houston. Their mission is to be a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives through meaningful relationships and outdoor adventures.
The public is invited to take tours of Lighthouse Point during Family Fun Day on Sunday, April 23 from 1 p.m.5:30 p.m. Many favorite activities such as high ropes, blob, waterslide, climbing tower, giant swing, and archery will also be open at the main camp, located on U.S. 59 north in Livingston. There is no charge for the event and registration is not necessary.
For additional pictures or more information about Lighthouse Point visit www.cho-yeh/lighthousepoint.
For more information about Family Fun Day activities on Sunday, April 23, visit www.cho-yeh.org/events/familyfun-day.