Mexico 2007 Trip

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Crossroads Community Church in conjunction with AMOR Ministries will be building a home for a deserving family in Mexico.

The 11' x 22' home, with a concrete slab floor, is a simple design and built according to the standards of the community. The home has two rooms, two windows, one door, a stucco exterior and an asphalt shingle roof. It takes approximately 3.5 days to construct using only hand tools.

Crossroads will supply the labourers and tools, while AMOR supplies the building materials, location and family.

Children under 18 require a parent/guardian. It is recommended that parents accompany their children so they can share the experience with their kids. If this is not possible, then arrangements have to be made for a guardian to be assigned. See Barry or Ken for details.

Travel dates are March 29, 2007 through April 8, 2007.

We will be traveling via 15 passenger vans.

Accommodations down and back will be in hotels. While in Mexico, we will be camping and cooking our own meals.

There are two scheduled rest days - one in Mexico and one on the way back in Primm, Nevada.

The cost is $999 which covers meals, accommodations, building materials, transportation, and travel health insurance. It does NOT cover personal spending money.

Important Dates (see the Itinerary for complete details):

• January 28, 2007 - Registration plus Deposit.
• January 31, 2007 - General Meeting at 7:00pm at the church.
• February 18, 2007 - 60% of the total cost (i.e. $600).
• February 21, 2007 - Update meeting at the church at 7:00pm.
• March 3, 2007 - Campsite and tent practice setup. (Alternate date of March 10)
• March 7, 2007 - Update meeting at the church at 7:00pm.
• March 18, 2007 - 100% of the total cost.
• March 21, 2007 - Update meeting at the church at 7:00pm.
• March 28, 2007 - Load vans.
• March 29, 2007 - Leave for Mexico.

Needs:

This project is all volunteer! In addition to building the home, there are numerous tasks that have to be completed. The more people who take on specific tasks, the easier the trip will be. Please volunteer for one of the following groups:

• Drivers - We need three drivers per van. The drivers must be at least 25 years old.
• Cook Team - This year, no matter what, we need a designated cook team. Tasks include organizing, cooking and planning the meals while in Mexico. Organizing and packing cooking utensils and equipment. Purchasing food and supplies.
• Cleaning and Lunch Crew - Help clean up after the meals and prepare the lunches.
• Construction Tool Team - Organize and pack the construction tools.
• Construction Manager(s) - Manage all aspects of the house construction, ensuring everyone is involved.
• Camping Team - Ensure the necessary camping equipment is packed. Manage site setup and tear-down.
• Events/Travel Coordinator - On rest days, you will need to know where everyone is and coordinate transportation requests as necessary. Organize camp evening activities. Organize Good Friday/Easter Sunday activities.