About

WELCOME TO EAGLE SKY!

Our number one goal is to bring everyone that comes to Eagle Sky, closer to God. Everything at ESO is designed to point guests back to the message of Jesus Christ. For over ten years, Eagle Sky has been preparing for camp. Settled on 5,000 acres near beautiful Piedmont, Mo, the land sets the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable summer experience. Our staff is committed to providing the very best experience possible to each visitor who walks through our gates. Our main focus is sharing the love of Christ with kids, youth, and guests from all over the world. We believe you are never too young or too old to hear the message of Christ.

What is a Christian Challenge Camp?

Our fully programmed camp sessions are designed to help each camper grow to reach their highest potential, we believe this is best achieved by challenging each camper to step outside their comfort zone in three main areas. Each of our activities and programs has been specifically created to challenge the campers in a spiritual, mental, or physical way, all within a safe and encouraging environment.

Mission Statement

The Eagle Sky Foundation’s Mission is to provide a unique retreat environment where everyone is challenged to grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ.

Providing quality facilities where guests can retreat in comfort and security while they focus on expanding their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ;

Utilizing dedicated, talented staff who demonstrate servant leadership and total commitment to Jesus Christ;

Involving guests in challenging Christian Camping Programs which strive for quality and excellence in recreational opportunities, ministry development programs; educational programs, and quality Bible teaching;

Leading guests to engage the beauty of God’s creation, the joy of fellowship, and the challenge of growth in their faith and walk with Jesus Christ.

Our Vision Statement

The Eagle Sky Foundation has embraced a challenge to build and operate the finest camping and retreat facilities available for utilization by church groups and other Christian organizations.

Our Core Values

The Eagle Sky Foundation is committed to: Lordship of Jesus Christ
Christ-like work ethic: with every thought, word, and deed contributing to the fulfillment of the Mission Statement of The Eagle Sky Foundation.
Personal integrity: in both public and private life.
Stewardship: of the Lord’s resources in the environment, in the facilities, in the staff and in our finances.
Vision: to remain relevant in meeting the ever changing needs of campers and staff.
Safety and Security: providing a program and facilities that focus on safety and security for all participants.

Our Statement of Faith

The Eagle Sky Foundation holds Five Fundamental Truths that are Pillars of the Faith:
ONE GOD: We believe in the Godhead, consisting of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
JESUS CHRIST: We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God, born of a Virgin, conceived by the Holy Spirit
SAVIOR and REDEEMER: We believe Jesus Christ died to save us from our sin, that He was resurrected from the dead and as our Lord and Savior is the way to Heaven and Eternal Life.
SECOND COMING: We believe Jesus Christ will come again, in glory and honor, to judge the living and the dead.
BIBLE: We believe the Bible is the inspired, living Word of God and is the only reference for Christian Faith, Doctrine, and Conduct.
The Eagle Sky Foundation’s focus will be upon Jesus as Lord and Savior as well as on education, recreation, and the spiritual growth and development of the whole person

Senior Leadership

Tim & Sophia Hughes

Tim serves at Eagle Sky as the COO/Executive Director.

Camp ministry has been an important part of Tim and Sophia’s lives for many years. Tim grew up as a camp kid serving alongside his mom and dad at a church camp in western Kentucky. During his college years, he felt a calling from the Lord to full-time camp ministry. When he shared this with his dad, his dad smiled proudly and said ‘no excuses, you know what you’re getting yourself into’. Soon after, Tim took a position at Ridgecrest Conference Center in North Carolina. While there, Sophia came on staff after spending a summer working at Glorieta Conference Center in New Mexico. She had no idea the crazy life she was signing up for when she married Tim and began serving alongside him in this ministry. On this 30+ year journey, they have provided administrative leadership for camps in Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, Texas, and now Missouri. Along the way, they added three camp kids of their own. Their family includes Jake, his wife Christa, Josh, Seth, and, most recently, their twin grandsons, whom they will gladly show you pictures of.

A verse that has guided Tim in life and ministry is 2^nd Timothy 4:5.

“But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, carry out all the duties of your ministry.”

Fun Fact: Tim has traveled to Camp Karabin (carabiner) in Ukraine to do construction work and help support the ministry there.

Sophia’s favorite verse is Ephesians 3:20

‘Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.’

Tim Huddleston

Tim serves at Eagle Sky as the President.

Tony & Debbie Urzi

Tony serves at Eagle Sky as the CFO, and Debbie as the Director of Special Events.

Tony has enjoyed camping his entire life! Tony grew up in the suburbs of St. Louis, MO; his earliest remembrances of camping were when his parents would bring him to Sam A. Baker State Park, just around the corner from Eagle Sky. He has always enjoyed spending time in nature, whether it is floating on a stream in the Ozarks or hiking through the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. He has sectioned hiked both the Appalachian Trail and the Ozark Trail.

Debbie was born less than thirty minutes away from Eagle Sky in Fredericktown. She grew up in the Farmington area before moving to St. Louis, meeting Tony, and raising their family. She never anticipated that God would call her back to her roots in Southern Missouri!

Tony and Debbie have 2 children, Ashley and David, and 7 grandchildren, Emerson, AnnaRose, Adelaide, Eisley, Garrison, Amira, and Luciana. Tony and Debbie served full-time in ministry at Church on the Rock in St. Peters, MO, for over 30 years before God opened the door for them at Eagle Sky!

Fun Fact: Tony is also an avid runner, having completed 10 marathons, multiple half marathons, 5k’s, and 10k’s. Trail running is his go-to relaxation!

Fun Fact: Debbie loves to bake and had opened a bakery/coffee shop in their previous hometown of New Melle, MO. They sold the bakery before relocating to Eagle Sky. She still loves to bake up something special for the Eagle Sky team!

Tony’s Verse: 2 Chronicles 16:9 – “For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is perfect towards Him.”

Debbie’s Verse: Philippians 1:6 – “Being confident of this very thing, that He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

Jonas Tucker-Alleyne

Director of Human Resources

Jonas hails from the Championship City of Boston Massachusetts. Jonas left the east coast in search of an opportunity to fly on the wings of eagles, at Oral Roberts University. Jonas joined us the very first summer we hosted campers as a counselor and has been hooked on Eagle Sky ever since. Following graduation Jonas joined the Eagle Sky staff supporting our marketing and recruitment efforts. In the years since his time with Eagle Sky Jonas has served in the local church, large corporations, and led faith based non-profit organizations in board advisory roles. Jonas heard God’s call to enter the marketplace to be a light in the darkness, never knowing that this call would lead him to learn and develop skills critical to the vision of Eagle Sky. As he grew in his career, his passion for people and purpose weighed heavily on his heart. When Jonas saw an opportunity to come back to Eagle Sky and to join in on the mission to help others grow in their faith in Jesus Christ, he jumped at the opportunity. Jonas is excited to bring his knowledge and expertise to be a part of this talented staff who exemplify servant leadership. Jonas is joined by his wife, Marisa, a summer camp ENTHUSIAST, and his daughter, Thea, a future ENTHUSIAST.

Fun Fact: Jonas is featured on Spotify in both a Song and Podcast. Bonus points if you can find both!

Isaiah 40:30-31 – “But even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.”

Nathan Stevens

Director of Program

All the way from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Nathan has been with Eagle Sky since 2015! Watching camp build from the ground up has been an extraordinary blessing. Nathan brings a wealth of knowledge from working multiple facets of jobs in the camping industry. This knowledge is only outdone by his passion for the Gospel and people. With his wife Abigail, they have three wonderful children Camden, Jubilee, and their newest addition, Braverman. With his family, they are excited to see the future for Eagle Sky!

Fun Fact: Nathan loves snowboarding, cooking, and Elk hunting in Colorado!

Isaiah 43:19 – “Behold, I will do something new, Now it will spring forth; Will you not be aware of it? I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, Rivers in the desert.”

Branden Winner

Director of Land Management

Branden, AKA – Cowboy #1, has grown up around Camp Ministry his whole life and has been working at Eagle Sky since 2012. Branden enjoys every aspect of camp from working behind the scenes to greeting guests as they come in! If it’s outdoors it is something Branden enjoys. Sitting in the tractor spending His quiet time, or caring for the Elk, he sees God’s goodness in it all. Branden is expectant for all that God has in store for Eagle Sky!

Fun Fact! Branden is newly married to his beautiful bride Omega! They met at ESO summer of 2016.

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I for you says the Lord. They are plans to prosper you not to harm you; plans to give you hope for the future.”

Martin Hayes Jr.

Director of Food Services

Graduate Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts 2010 Martin Hayes (Marty) dreamed of working in Christian Camping his entire adult life. The call began summer of 1990, working as “Summer Staff” at a camp in northern California. That call wouldn’t be completely realized for many years to come. Marty has an extensive background in food service, which began in the Seafood import and export business. He started as a dock worker in 1991, and by 2008 he was managing a small multinational import/export company based in New Zealand. In 2010 after graduating from culinary school, Marty felt the call of the Lord to full-time camp ministry and took a position as a line cook. The following year he was offered the position of Executive Chef. Marty has enjoyed serving at camps across the United States, from Hawaii to New England and many places in between. In addition to camp ministry, Marty and his wife Christine have had the privilege of fostering over 40 children. Their foster ministry has allowed them to work with teen youth from hard places, act as mentors for foster/adopt families, and host several support groups for foster/adopt families for over a decade.

Fun Fact: Growing up, Marty wanted to be an actor. He worked for Francis Ford Coppola and, in 2013, even acted in an independent film called “Camp” where he played a camp cook named Roy. He has an IMDB credit for the film.

Psalms 71:17-18 – “O God, You have taught me from my youth; And to this day I declare Your wondrous works. Now also when I am old and grayheaded, O God, do not forsake me, Until I declare Your strength to this generation, Your power to everyone who is to come.”

Roger Levan II

Director of Operations

With 20 years experience in Youth Ministry, Roger’s heart is focused on discipling students in their walk with Christ. In the Spring of 2001, Roger began working with youth. Since then, he has served Christian Camps and led multiple missions trips and retreats. Roger joined Eagle Sky in 2015. He is the Director of Operations and leads the Adventure Camp – backpacking and discipleship. Roger frequently speaks into the summer staff during Sunday night chapel. Additionally, Roger serves as Youth Pastor at Agee Fellowship Church in Poplar Bluff, MO. Roger has been married to his wife, Angie, for 15 years, and they have 4 children. We are so thankful to have Roger as part of the staff here at Eagle Sky!