Camp Stevens

We are very fortunate to call Camp Stevens home to our annual summer retreat. Camp Stevens is situated on 256 acres of pine-oak woodland, offering scenic overlooks and miles of hiking trails. The central campus is easily walkable, and features a large lawn, pool, and volleyball court. Within a short walk of the central campus, you’ll find hiking trails, an outdoor chapel, labyrinth, tree house, woodburning cob oven, chicken coop, orchard, and two gardens.

dining hall

The Dining Hall is located in the middle of the main camp area and can accommodate up to 120 guests comfortably. Tables seat up to 10 persons each. Meals are served family-style and as much food as possible comes from the Camp Stevens gardens, is locally grown or is organic. It is lovingly prepared by their kitchen staff.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Archery, Swimming, Hiking Trails, Climbing Wall, Ropes Courses, Campfires, Arts and Crafts, Garden Tours.

THE GARDENS

Camp Stevens has 3+ acres of land under cultivation, providing spaces for reflection, inspiration and learning as well as physical nourishment for our guests, campers, and resident staff. From egg-laying hens to fruit trees, our farm, gardens and orchard each cycle through their seasonal stages and produce a good amount of the produce and all of the salad greens and eggs that our kitchen uses throughout the year. All guests are invited to explore the gardens, on their own, or with a guided tour.

the chapel

Designed by James Hubbell, the Chapel of the Transfiguration was rebuilt after the 2007 fire, and is now a bright, welcoming space for groups or private mediation. A nearby labyrinth is open for individual use at any time.

Diversity and Inclusion

Besides being a great friend to the Gay Men's Spiritual Retreat, Camp Stevens has an independent commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion: The cultivation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is central to our mission and reflects our values. We recognize that the current table of power and privilege was not built for everyone. We commit to building a new table shaped by the strength of diverse experiences, perspectives, and voices, with our growing community.

View Aerial Tour of Camp Stevens

Lodging at Camp Stevens

Camp Stevens has three lodging options for guests.

Blum Lodge

The lower floor of Blum Lodge sleeps 48 persons in 8 rooms. Each room is fitted with 3 wooden bunk beds. There are large, wheelchair accessible restrooms located across the hallway.

Wolterstorff Lodge

Overlooking the gardens and with a spectacular view of Volcan Mountain, the Wolterstorff Lodge is a bright and inviting space to gather. The common room features comfortable couches and chairs. Additional tables and chairs can be custom set-up by each group. There is a piano, kitchenette and fully-stocked coffee/tea bar. A large television mounted inside the closet in the common room can be used for presentations or to display a slideshow or movie. The focal point of the meeting room is a beautiful stonework mosaic fireplace, designed and built by world-renowned artist James Hubbell. There’s a large wrap around deck, perfect to watch the sunset reflected off Volcan Mountain. There are four sleeping rooms, each with two bunk beds and two single beds.

Lax-Sadler Lodge

Tucked into a quiet corner of camp, but still easily accessible to the central campus, Lax-Sadler Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms, a large outdoor patio, and a functional common room space for small and medium-sized groups. Five of six lodge rooms sleep five people, in two bunkbeds and one single bed. The final room features wheelchair accessible space and shower, one bunkbed and one single bed. All lodge rooms have private bath. The common room features comfortable couches and chairs. Additional tables and chairs can be custom set-up by each group. The common room has a piano, kitchenette and fully-stocked coffee/tea bar, and a large, HD television that can be used for presentations, or to display a slideshow or movie. The focal point of the common room is a beautiful stonework mosaic fireplace, designed and built by world-renowned artist James Hubbell.