Now that the conference is days away, begin taking the time to prepare yourself spiritually and physically for the conference. Take the time to study the Bible passage (Romans 12) for this year's theme. This will serve as the foundation for the workshops and messages you'll hear.

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• Your registration confirmation letter

• Flashlight

• Picture ID (student ID or driver's license)

• Toiletries and towels (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)

• Sleeping bag and pillow (students)

• Jacket (it gets down to 30ºF)

• Bible, pen/pencil and paper

• Raincoat and umbrella

• Health insurance card

• Spending money (cash for refreshments, checks for conference photos/tapes)

Winter Conference is held on the main conference grounds at Mount Hermon Conference Center. On your registration form you should have indicated if you need a ride. If your situation has changed and you need assistance in arranging a carpool or vanpool, contact your local transportation coordinator:

• Northern California (including Washington and Oregon)
  Phone Toll-Free: 1-877- 817-6655 x 590
  Email: transport_north@wcccc.org
  

• Southern California (including Central California)
  Phone Toll-Free: 1-877-380-1166 x477
  Email: transport_south@wcccc.org

Flying

If you prefer to fly, the nearest airport is San Jose International (SJC). Major airlines include Southwest, United Express and American Airlines. If you need a pick-up from the airport in the afternoon on December 26, contact the Northern California transportation coordinator. 

Driving

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Mount Hermon near Santa Cruz, California

From San Francisco (allow 2-3 hours):
1. Take I-280 S (to San Jose)
2. Exit Hwy 17 S (to Santa Cruz)
3. Drive approximately 17-22 miles South on Hwy 17
4. Exit Glen Canyon Road/Mt. Hermon, stay RIGHT on Mt. Hermon Rd 
5. At the Graham Hill Road signal light, turn LEFT
6. Proceed one block and turn LEFT to Conference Drive
7. Drive 1/3 mile to Mt. Hermon Conference Center and park at the main parking lot
8. Registration is at the DAY CAMP MINISTRY CENTER (across from the parking lot)

From Los Angeles (allow 7-8 hours):
1. Take I-5 N (to Sacramento)
2. Exit Hwy 152 W (to Gilroy/San Jose)
3. Exit Hwy 101 N (to San Jose)
4. Exit Hwy 85 N (to Mountain View)
5. Exit Hwy 17 S (to Santa Cruz)
6. Drive approximately 17-22 miles South on Hwy 17
7. Exit Glen Canyon Road/Mt. Hermon, stay RIGHT on Mt. Hermon Rd 
8. At the Graham Hill Road signal light, turn LEFT
9. Proceed one block and turn LEFT to Conference Drive
10. Drive 1/3 mile to Mt. Hermon Conference Center and park at the main parking lot
11. Registration is at the DAY CAMP MINISTRY CENTER (across from the parking lot)

From San Jose (45 minutes from Hwy 17 and Hwy 85):
1. Drive approximately 17-22 miles South on Hwy 17
2. Exit Glen Canyon Road/Mt. Hermon, stay RIGHT on Mt. Hermon Rd 
3. At the Graham Hill Road signal light, turn LEFT
4. Proceed one block and turn LEFT to Conference Drive
5. Drive 1/3 mile to Mt. Hermon Conference Center and park at the main parking lot
6. Registration is at DAY CAMP MINISTRY CENTER (across from the parking lot)

Check-in at Day Camp Ministry Center on December 26

Mount Hermon Conference Center
37 Conference Drive
Mount Hermon, CA 95041
Phone: (831) 335-4466
www.mounthermon.org

Praise God for your safe arrival to the Mount Hermon Conference Center! While you're waiting to check-in, take a few minutes to review these notes. If you have any questions, talk with anyone at the WELCOME DESK (in the entry of the Day Camp Ministry Center) or HELP DESK (near the fireplace inside the main room).

Express Check-In
You have a GREEN registration confirmation letter, or you did not receive scholarship or refund.

• Queue up in the lane corresponding to your FIRST name. 

• Please have your confirmation letter or picture ID available (driver's license, student ID).

• When you check-in, you'll receive the official conference handbook, combination conference ID and meal card and a plastic badge holder.

• See Picking Up Your Room Key.

Scholarship Check-In
You have a YELLOW registration confirmation letter, or you have been granted a scholarship or any other refunds.

• Please have your registration confirmation letter or picture ID available (driver's license, student ID).

• When you check-in, you'll receive the official conference handbook, combination conference ID and meal card and a plastic badge holder.

• To collect your scholarship or refund, go to the Treasurer.

• See Picking Up Your Room Key.

Picking Up Your Room Key
Exit the registration area and follow the ROOM KEY signs to the Mount Hermon's Administration Office. If the time is after 10pm, the office will be closed. Proceed to your cabin (listed on the conference ID information section); you can pick up your key at the office in the morning.