Our work consists mainly of light construction, painting, home repair, plumbing, and on some occasions, electrical work. Because SWGSM has no funds for work projects, we recommend that each participant raise at least $200 towards your work project. We deem the money you raise as "Work Project Funds" when received.

SWGSM asks that you pick out projects that fit your budget and skill level. Although, projects do sometimes change unexpectedly, we will make every effort to fit the project you choose to your groups' needs.

Deposits

    $100.00 facility reservation deposit

        This deposit will be applied to housing charges and is non-refundable if canceled within two-months of the reservation date. Please send the deposit as soon as possible to secure your preferred dates of participation.

    $100.00 van rental deposit

        The van rental deposit will be refunded if the van is left in good condition and with a full tank of gas; if not, the deposit will be taken as payment.

Work Project Funds Payment

    Work Project Funds are deposited with to our office and drawn on as needed. When a work project has been selected and approved, your Work Project Funds can be mailed to:

    SWGSM
    P.O. Box 273
    Los Fresnos, TX,
    78566

Charges

    Dormitories
        $13 per person per night.

    Van Rental
        $50 per day
        Group pays for gas; van full at departure.

    Keys
        $5.00 for each key not returned.

    Payments can be made to the Bayview office at any time during your stay. Please take care of all charges and return all keys before you depart.

Facilities Available

During your stay here at SWGSM, you will have the following available to you:

    Sleeping area including:
        Pillows
        Sheets
        Pillowcases
        Blankets available

    Kitchen furnished with:
        Refrigerator
        Microwave
        Coffee pot
        Utensils
        Dinnerware
        Flatware

    Laundry facilities
        Bring own laundry soap and softener.

    Dining area
        Bring own plastic flatware, paper plates, etc.

    Chapel

    Play yard

    Prayer garden

    Trash disposal
        Bring your own trash bags (13 gal. and 45 gal.); the trash dumpster is located outside the main gate.

SWGSM Requests

    Conserve electricity by turning units on low or off during your absence.

    Put trash in lined trash containers and place the bags in the trash dumpster located outside the main gate.

    No smoking or drinking.

    Return items to their original positions when you leave (chairs and tables in the dining hall should remain there).

What-to-Bring

    $200 per person for work projects (if possible)
    Disposable Dishes
    Flatware
    Cups
    Large pots and pans
    Electric cookers for larger groups
    Groceries
    Bath towels
    Toiletries
    Toilet paper
    Trash bags (13 gal. and 45 gal.)
    Laundry soap
    Dish washing soap
    Antibacterial soap
    Cleaning supplies
    Bug spray
    Proof of health insurance
    Sun screen
    Hat

If you're going to Mexico...

    Shorts should be a respectable length-about to the knee.
    Wear T-shirts with sleeves that cover mid-riff skin.
    Bring a picture I. D. and passport for traveling across the border. You must have a passport by June, 2008, to cross the border.
    Bring enough water for the entire group.
    Pack lunch supplies for the entire group.
    Bring coolers for transporting water and lunch (we can provide some coolers for smaller groups).