Summer Camp, Retreat Center & Global Village
Shepherd's Spring Facilities
Shepherd's Spring provides the perfect, tranquil setting for your retreat. Blending the comfort of our Lodge and meeting areas with the rustic charm of our cabins, we ensure that your indoor or outdoor event is relaxed, productive, and worry-free. Escape the noise and congestion of the city, enjoy your event, discover rich history and explore the wildlife all around you while at Shepherd's Spring.
Accommodations
Lodge Rooms
24 hotel-style rooms for a total of 48 guests (double occupancy). Attached private bathroom, desk, futon, and either two twin sized beds or one full sized bed.
Cabins
Total of 7 cabins - each with a restroom, shower, bunk beds, and ceiling fan - accommodating up to 72 people (10-12 people per cabin), has access to our open-air pavilion.
Tent Camping and RV Parking
Our spacious tent camp site has trail access and it's own campfire circle. It is a short walk away from the pool house bathrooms and showers.
Meeting Rooms and Spaces
Gathering Room
Our most central meeting space with a gorgeous stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling, doors that open to our deck area, & doors that connect it to the Dining Hall. It is equipped with projector screen, piano, and seating options. Can fit 50-60 people.
Oasis Room
This room is quiet and small with beautiful wall murals, perfect for breakout sessions, reading a book, meditation, or to simply hang out. Located next to the Loft on the second floor.
Campfire Circles
Make your retreat or gathering memorable by having a campfire using one of our campfire circles. Sing songs, roast marshmallows & share stories.
Lower Level
This ~1800 square foot room is located in the basement of the Lodge. Equipped with a projector screen. Can fit 70-80 people. Doors open up to an outside area. This is typically where Global Village Programming is held.
Pavilion
Located near the cabins, this beautiful open air pavilion has a working fireplace, refrigerator, sink, picnic tables, and 4-square court. About a 7-10 minute hike to the Lodge.
Other Outdoor Space
Meadows, fields, play areas, four-square, basketball, gaga ball, gardens, and beautiful views.
Loft
This meeting space is located on the second floor of the Lodge and it overlooks the Gathering Room. Perfect space for breakout sessions or smaller groups. Can fit 20-40 people.
Big-Top Tent
This 30X30 seasonal white tent is located near the swimming pool. Perfect to rent if you need some shade and seating options but there in no electricity. Not available in the winter.
Spring
On property, a peaceful spring offers a trickle of water for a place of worship, weddings, meditation and prayer, learning, and growing.
Other Facilities
Swimming Pool
Accessible 25-meter pool with lift chair has a spacious Pool House that includes restrooms, showers, and changing areas. Open June through August.
Dining Hall
Located in the main lodge, has space for 80-100 people with a maximum of 150 for receptions. Perfect for special banquets.
Café Del Mundo
Our on-site coffee shop and camp store selling organic, fair trade coffees from around the world. The proceeds help send local inner-city children to a week of our summer camp.
Dining Services
Our Dining Hall, located in the main Lodge, has space for 80-100, with a maximum of 150 for receptions. Our exceptional food service staff provides meals and snacks that include vegetarian, gluten-free options, and other dietary needs upon request.
Mealtimes are typically 8am, 12pm, and 5pm.
