Maryland Information
PopulationBaltimore - 570,000ClimateThe weather will be warm to cool in September.Time DifferenceBaltimore is in the Eastern Time ZoneFood and WaterLunch and water will be provided each day to mission participants. Breakfast will be at your hotel and supper is on your own.

Volunteers Needed
- 50-100 medical professionals - medical, dental, vision, and others- 25 non-medical support staffThe cap on this trip is 125 participants.

Travel Information
Please follow these instructions carefully when booking your flight:1) Your flight should depart from your airport of choice in the U.S. to Baltimore (BWI) or Washington Dulles (IAD) on September 24. Please strive to arrive no later than early afternoon so that you can be checked into your hotel room and present for the evening orientation.2) Your flight should depart for home on September 29 from the airport back to your home unless you arrive early or stay later for personal reasons.3) If you would like to arrive early or stay late for personal leisure, you are responsible for all arrangements, accommodations, and expenses. Please notify us if you choose to do so.4) Please send your itinerary to Cathy Q once you have it.5) Should you need help booking your flights, you may contact Butler Travel in Oregon. They are an Adventist-owned travel agency and can help for a minimal fee. It Is Written is unable to assist you with booking flights. We encourage you to utilize their professional services to get the very best pricing and flights to meet your needs.Butler Travel is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PST and can be reached at (503) 879-5005.Entry RequirementsCOVID vaccines or testing are NOT required for this trip.

Accommodations and Meals
1. The mission field will require flexibility and sacrifice. Still, we strive to maintain safety and a comfortable and restful experience.2. Accommodations will be at a local hotel and are your responsibility to book and cover.Hotel Options:- Double Tree by Hilton 410-997-1060- Holiday Inn Express and Suites 888-465-4329- Hampton Inn Columbia 410-997-8555- Ramada Inn by Wyndham 800-854-9517Should you wish to have a roommate to reduce your hotel expenses, please contact Cathy Q at our office, and she can put you in touch with others seeking the same.3. Local transportation to and from the airport and the clinic are your responsibility.4. A vegetarian lunch will be provided each day.5. We are unable to accommodate gluten-free or other similar needs. It is often difficult to obtain these items in other countries. However, the food is usually fresh and simple, so these challenges are not as typical as they are in more developed countries. You are welcome to bring any food items that will meet your needs while there. We encourage you to bring a variety of snacks such as crackers, granola bars, peanut butter, etc. No fresh produce may be brought into any country from another country, although fresh fruit and vegetables are in abundance locally. Be sure to pack any liquid items above 3 oz in your checked baggage.

Early or Late Arrivals and Departures
Other details will be shared on scheduled zoom meetings. We will have 3 zoom meetings before departure. We will email you with details and instructions as the time approaches.

Medical Requirements
Check online for the recommended vaccines and medicine list and consider visiting your doctor 4-6 weeks before the trip for any further medical advice you need. The CDC can provide helpful information and recommendations. Each recommendation is a personal choice at the discretion of the individual. Participants should consult with their personal physician and make responsible decisions. It Is Written is not responsible for the results of any personal medical decisions.

Payment Deadline
Please register and complete your fee payment as soon as possible. The final deadline is September 1, 2025.If you need an extension beyond this date (due to extenuating circumstances) or have any questions, please call us at the office. Please note that if you are granted extension time, you must pay the remaining fee before departing the country, or your spot will be forfeited, even if you have booked your ticket.If you are viewing this information beyond the deadline and have interest in the trip, please call us. There may still be vacancies left.You will receive an email sometime following your trip registration. We are working on a new system for processing, but for now please know that if you submitted your application, we have it. We will connect with you soon. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office.

Cancellation Policy
If the participant cancels before we have paid for the accommodations, internal flights (where applicable), travel insurance, and meal healdcount plans, we give a full refund.If a participant cancels for any reason after the accommodation and reservations have been made we give a 25% refund. Because these factors vary for each trip, you will need to call the office and discuss these details with us as soon as you need to cancel.

Available Packages

Adult

Available until September 1, 2025

The price covers food, housing, transportation, and travel insurance once you have arrived in the country. It also assists with supplies and expenses for the medical clinic and evangelistic meetings. So, your fee covers all of your in-country expenses, and it supports the medical and evangelism work we will do while there. You will also receive a custom It Is Written mission trip T-shirt and mission gift box willed with exciting gifts useful for your mission experience!

Your plane tickets, hotel, local transportation (rental car or Uber), personal and excursion expenses, or additional baggage fees are separate from this cost. Most people bring $200-$400 for personal spending, but it is at your discretion.