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FUTURE WELCOME CENTER
With the age and condition of the former Welcome Center building no longer conducive to the operations of the camp, the desk of the camp registrar was moved to Sandstone Plaza [Conference Building] to serve as our (temporarily permanent!) Welcome Center. The Camp and Conference Team is in the process of raising funds to help with the construction of a brand new Welcome Center to better serve the needs of camp. **If you would like to find out about how you can help with this project when we break ground please contact the camp office.**

PAVILION
The Pavilion is a wonderful gathering place for all to enjoy. An open 40ft by 8ft space, the Pavilion is open to the elements yet covered and equipped with curtains to ensure that it can be used in various weather situations. The space is wired for electricity and also houses a barbeque pit. Nearby the Pavilion is Friendship Circle, one of Mound Ridge’s several fire pits used for safe, open fires.

UPPER RECREATION AREA
Just off of the beaten path and dotted with excellent shade trees, the upper recreation area includes a playground, space enough for baseball, and volleyball court and is in close proximity to the pavilion and swimming pool.

SWIMMING POOL
There is nothing more refreshing in the hot summer months than a dip in a swimming pool. Built in the 1960’s and renovated in 2006, the swimming pool is perfect for cooling off from beastly hot days. The pool is open from May through September and varies from 3ft to 9ft in depth so it is suitable for swimmers of all levels. The pool house provides bathroom facilities including two separate sets of showers, toilets, and dressing areas.

CHAPEL IN THE WOODS
Tucked away in a small clearing, the Chapel in the Woods is a beautiful outdoor worship and reflection area that seats about fifty people. The Chapel is a peaceful and holy place where one can worship while in the midst of God’s amazing creations. The Trilith sculpture in the middle of the chapel was erected in 2002.

TOY CHEST
The Toy Chest houses the camp's recreational equipment including softball equipment, kick balls, soccer balls, Frisbees, horseshoe set, badminton set, croquet set, inner tubes, life vests, pool toys, bikes and helmets, etc. There is plenty of equipment for people of all ages to enjoy!

DINING HALL
A quaint, rustic gathering place with much natural light, the dining hall serves up home-style meals to feed the hungry. A place of hospitality, the kitchen caters to each person’s dietary needs to ensure good meals for all.

S’MORE GATHERING PLACE
This fire pit out in front of the Dining Hall is a safe and convenient place to gather for safe bonfires. The pit is surrounded by stone benches and was recently re-surfaced to be safer for all.

SANDSTONE PLAZA [CONFERENCE BUILDING]
What began as a pigeon coop for homing pigeons was converted into the camp canteen for summer programs but is now the (temporarily permanent) Welcome Center and breakout space for staff and retreat goers. The beautiful sandstone building is welcoming from the outside and can be transformed from the inside to meet the needs of up to 24 guests.

DARR NATURE NEST
The Nature Nest is a valuable resource for all ages. The Nature Nest is house in one of the original Mound Ridge buildings, adjacent to the Conference Center and is wonderful for all guests to explore God’s creations, to learn and study of all the creatures found in the area, and to learn methods of Good Stewardship.

RECREATION HALL/ART CENTER
The Recreation “Rec” Hall is a multi-purpose room used for meetings and gatherings, as well as recreation on days during the summer when the weather makes it difficult to be outside. 

THE PEACEFUL VALLEY
The Peaceful Valley is located in the lower area of Mound Ridge near the Retreat Lodge. This place, as its name suggests, is a peaceful location where one can enjoy sanctuary to reflect and/or meditate. There is a Labyrinth to walk through and take time for a little quiet and prayer.

LOWER RECREATION AREA (PLAY FIELDS)
The Play Fields consist of a large grassy area for soccer, baseball, softball, and kickball, along with running games like tag and capture the flag. It’s wonderful for running off energy and playing with friends or family.

HIKING TRAILS
Hike the paths winding along the ridges of the Ozarks! Laced with, oak, walnut, sycamores, and plenty of wildlife, these trails are perfect for getting a first hand look at the native flora and fauna that Missouri has to offer. 

The River Trail goes alongside the river beginning at the south end of the play fields, leading to a small cave in a bluff where turkey vultures nest, and on to a sideless log bridge over a low ravine, then back up to the entrance of the camp. This is a difficult trail, about 3 miles long.   

The Loop Trail begins and ends on Mound Ridge Road opposite the entrance to Mound Ridge.  This is a moderate trail, about 1.5 miles long.   

The Veach Memorial Trail goes through the woods connecting the road near the north end of the Lodge with the area by the site manager's house. Trees along the trail are identified by clearly marked signs. This trail is dedicated to the memory of Eleanor Veach and her husband Leroy, who was site manager at Mound Ridge for over two decades. It is a moderate trail, about 0.7 miles long.

MERAMEC RIVER
The gravel bar is along the Meramec River where floating, fishing, rock-skipping, and other water activities are popular. Inner tubes for floating are available upon request. Canoe/Raft/Kayak rental arrangements at additional cost may be made in advance. The gravel bar is also a popular site for evening bonfires.

Retreat Lodge • Quapaw Cabin • Kickapoo Duplex • Mace Cottage • Meramec Cabin • Open Air Cabins • Camping