Shepherd's Spring Outdoor Ministry Center is a Maryland retreat center and summer camp owned and operated by the Mid-Atlantic District Church of the Brethren.
Located just 1.5 hours west of Washington, DC, Shepherd's Spring is comprised of 220 acres of rolling, wooded land along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal and the Potomac River.
Run by a dedicated staff and team of volunteers Shepherd's Spring's mission is to be a “Source of Renewal - A Place to Grow!” To fulfill this mission, Shepherd's Spring provides programs, services, and beautiful facilities in a rural and natural setting, serving persons of all ages from the Church of the Brethren and other religious, educational, non-profit, and governmental organizations.
Summer camps for children, youth and adults are offered as well as programs as cooperative efforts with two international non-profits. Heifer Global Village experiences for youth and adults are offered in cooperation with Heifer, International. Road Scholar, educational travel programs for adults are offered in cooperation with Elderhostel, Inc.
Contact us and let us help you plan your next event, enroll in one of our programs, or learn about our job and volunteer opportunities.