Volunteer: Basic LERT Training, Camp Omega, Waterville MN, 5-16-2026There are two elements of this Saturday, May 16th LERT training and deployment: 9am - 12 noon Basic LERT Training for anyone who has not yet had it.Day long deployment to the Camp Omega Work Day (open to ALL - even families)NOTE: You can participate in either or both elements of the day!THIS PAGE IS THE REGISTRATION FOR THE BASIC LERT TRAINING Basic LERT training: It's goal is to prepare congregations and individuals to respond effectively in the event of a disaster and to understand how to serve as LERT volunteers. The LERT organizational and safety procedures will be presented, as well as ways congregations can deploy volunteers to local and more distant disaster sites. Anyone interested is welcome to attend the training session. However, only LCMS members who are 14 years or older will receive a certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT trainers will distribute all the LERT materials during and after the class. Cost is $20 per person (includes all materials and refreshments). Pay by cash or check at the training. This training and deployment will be held on Saturday, May 16th at Camp Omega, 22750 Lind Ave, Waterville, MN 56096. The LERT training will be held in the Lower Beta room. There will be signs and directions for the Work Day participants when you arrive. LERT TRAINING PRE-REGISTRATION: Find the "Sign up" button on this page to register! Because materials are ordered based upon pre-registrations, your early registration by May 3rd is greatly appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome, but we cannot guarantee classroom materials. IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS/CONCERNS - please call 507-369-8705. [Note: When you click the "sign up" button on this page, you will be asked to register an account if you don't already have one. Part of the one-time registration process is granting permission to use class pictures, reading and acknowledging the liability waiver, and selecting the T-shirt size. Note: every volunteer needs their own email address when they register.] Once you have an account, you can sign up for this training, which will allow you to participate in other trainings, deployments and local responses. LOOK FOR THE SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR THE The Camp Omega Work Day. YOU CAN REGISTER FOR BOTH THE TRAINING AND THE WORKDAY ACTIVITIES as described here: Join others in Christian fellowship while preparing Camp Omega for the arrival of over 1,600 children and adults for Camp Omega’s summer ministry programming. Entire families are welcome to join in a fulfilling day of service, fun, and recreation. Camp Omega summer counselors will lead the youth and children in age-appropriate service projects and recreational activities. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with check-in starting at 7:30 am and ends Saturday evening with a campfire devotional. Join us for any part of the weekend that works for your schedule. Pre-registration is requested. Arrive anytime after 7:30 am and depart anytime before 9:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch, supper and evening campfire devotions are provided. This event is FREE! More information about Camp Omega is here: Camp Omega Work Day District: Minnesota_South There are two elements of this Saturday, May 16th LERT training and deployment: 9am - 12 noon Basic LERT Training for anyone who has not yet had it.Day long deployment to the Camp Omega Work Day (open to ALL - even families)NOTE: You can participate in either or both elements of the day!THIS PAGE IS THE REGISTRATION FOR THE BASIC LERT TRAINING Basic LERT training: It's goal is to prepare congregations and individuals to respond effectively in the event of a disaster and to understand how to serve as LERT volunteers. The LERT organizational and safety procedures will be presented, as well as ways congregations can deploy volunteers to local and more distant disaster sites. Anyone interested is welcome to attend the training session. However, only LCMS members who are 14 years or older will receive a certificate of participation, volunteer ID card, and T-shirt after the training is complete. Your LERT trainers will distribute all the LERT materials during and after the class. Cost is $20 per person (includes all materials and refreshments). Pay by cash or check at the training. This training and deployment will be held on Saturday, May 16th at Camp Omega, 22750 Lind Ave, Waterville, MN 56096. The LERT training will be held in the Lower Beta room. There will be signs and directions for the Work Day participants when you arrive. LERT TRAINING PRE-REGISTRATION: Find the "Sign up" button on this page to register! Because materials are ordered based upon pre-registrations, your early registration by May 3rd is greatly appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome, but we cannot guarantee classroom materials. IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS/CONCERNS - please call 507-369-8705. [Note: When you click the "sign up" button on this page, you will be asked to register an account if you don't already have one. Part of the one-time registration process is granting permission to use class pictures, reading and acknowledging the liability waiver, and selecting the T-shirt size. Note: every volunteer needs their own email address when they register.] Once you have an account, you can sign up for this training, which will allow you to participate in other trainings, deployments and local responses. LOOK FOR THE SEPARATE REGISTRATION FOR THE The Camp Omega Work Day. YOU CAN REGISTER FOR BOTH THE TRAINING AND THE WORKDAY ACTIVITIES as described here: Join others in Christian fellowship while preparing Camp Omega for the arrival of over 1,600 children and adults for Camp Omega’s summer ministry programming. Entire families are welcome to join in a fulfilling day of service, fun, and recreation. Camp Omega summer counselors will lead the youth and children in age-appropriate service projects and recreational activities. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with check-in starting at 7:30 am and ends Saturday evening with a campfire devotional. Join us for any part of the weekend that works for your schedule. Pre-registration is requested. Arrive anytime after 7:30 am and depart anytime before 9:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch, supper and evening campfire devotions are provided. This event is FREE! More information about Camp Omega is here: Camp Omega Work Day District: Minnesota_South Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 56096 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: LERT Deployment, Camp Omega, Waterville MN, 5-16-2026There are two elements of this Saturday, May 16th, LERT training and deployment: 9 am - Noon Basic LERT Training for anyone who has not yet had it. (see separate registration for the training.)Day-long deployment to the Camp Omega Work Day (open to ALL - even families)NOTE: You can participate in this deployment if you've already received Basic LERT training, or plan to attend the 9:00 a.m. to Noon training mentioned above.THIS PAGE IS THE REGISTRATION FOR THE CAMP OMEGA WORKDAY CALLING ALL LERT VOLUNTEERS! Join others in Christian fellowship while preparing Camp Omega for the arrival of over 1,600 children and adults for Camp Omega’s summer ministry programming. Entire families are welcome to join in a fulfilling day of service, fun, and recreation. Camp Omega summer counselors will lead the youth and children in age-appropriate service projects and recreational activities. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with check-in starting at 7:30 am and ends Saturday evening with a campfire devotional. Join us for any part of the weekend that works for your schedule. Pre-registration is requested. Arrive anytime after 7:30 am and depart anytime before 9:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch, supper and evening campfire devotions are provided. This event is FREE! More information about Camp Omega is here: Camp Omega Work Day Please register on this page for LERT, but PLEASE REGISTER AT Camp Omega AS WELL so that Camp Omega is prepared for you to come as well! This LERT deployment will be held on Saturday, May 16th at Camp Omega, 22750 Lind Ave, Waterville, MN 56096. There will be signs and directions for the Work Day participants when you arrive. District: Minnesota_South There are two elements of this Saturday, May 16th, LERT training and deployment: 9 am - Noon Basic LERT Training for anyone who has not yet had it. (see separate registration for the training.)Day-long deployment to the Camp Omega Work Day (open to ALL - even families)NOTE: You can participate in this deployment if you've already received Basic LERT training, or plan to attend the 9:00 a.m. to Noon training mentioned above.THIS PAGE IS THE REGISTRATION FOR THE CAMP OMEGA WORKDAY CALLING ALL LERT VOLUNTEERS! Join others in Christian fellowship while preparing Camp Omega for the arrival of over 1,600 children and adults for Camp Omega’s summer ministry programming. Entire families are welcome to join in a fulfilling day of service, fun, and recreation. Camp Omega summer counselors will lead the youth and children in age-appropriate service projects and recreational activities. The weekend kicks off Saturday morning with check-in starting at 7:30 am and ends Saturday evening with a campfire devotional. Join us for any part of the weekend that works for your schedule. Pre-registration is requested. Arrive anytime after 7:30 am and depart anytime before 9:00 pm. Breakfast, lunch, supper and evening campfire devotions are provided. This event is FREE! More information about Camp Omega is here: Camp Omega Work Day Please register on this page for LERT, but PLEASE REGISTER AT Camp Omega AS WELL so that Camp Omega is prepared for you to come as well! This LERT deployment will be held on Saturday, May 16th at Camp Omega, 22750 Lind Ave, Waterville, MN 56096. There will be signs and directions for the Work Day participants when you arrive. District: Minnesota_South Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 56096 Allow Groups: Yes |