LAKEWOOD RETREAT
1973-1975
During these years the property at Leesburg was being purchased, rezoned, cleared, and a camp constructed. A camp near Brooksville, Florida was chosen to host the summer programs during these years.
Ted Thisse (Karen) and Charlie Lacey (Norma Jean) mentored several young people in those years that would become camp directors, speakers, and serve in various ministries. At least five of these young men served full-time at Camp Horizon. Among the young ladies, some served at camp and others served in missions and other full-time ministries. Even among the campers at Lakewood Retreat were future full-time camp staff, speakers, directors, and volunteers.
The Lord used these years to prepare the leadership of the new Camp Horizon being built at Leesburg.