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Retreats & Services
About Lake
Okoboji's Retreats, Facilities & Services
Whether it's a
large group function, a family reunion, a school or church
retreat, a youth group lock-in, or just a quiet get-away to the
lakes, we offer comfortable accommodations at affordable rates...year-round!
If it's overnight space you're looking for, our full range of cabin choices can sleep anywhere from 16 - 62
people. All cabins and retreat lodges include kitchenettes,
bathrooms and central living areas with plenty of space. With over
200 available beds we can handle your large group too!
For meetings, conferences, or retreats, bring your group to
Okoboji's carpeted Baskerville Dining Hall. Cozy up by the fire or
enjoy the cool breezes of air conditioning. Take a coffee break or cappuccino on
its 3000-sq. ft. wrap-around deck, perfect for large group outdoor
barbequing or summer iced tea sipping. Your group could meet in
the historic Methodist Camp Tabernacle, which seats up to 600.
Enjoy the rustic feel of Epworth Hall where your group of up to
150 can enjoy the perfect setting for meetings, worship and an
array of other activities. Digital projectors, portable screens, PA systems and wireless internet are available too!
To make your
Okoboji experience even better, why not let us do the cooking?
Okoboji is known across Iowa for its great food service! We offer
many menu options to accommodate a wide variety of tastes and
dietary needs. Let our staff create the perfect meal for your
group of 20 or more! Enjoy our famous summer cookouts on the deck or come
indoors for a relaxing, sit-down meal. Whether it's fresh coffee,
cappuccino and homemade baked goods or a 200-person banquet, we've
got you covered! LET US SERVE YOU!
Lake Okoboji United
Methodist Camp & Retreat Center can meet all YOUR needs for a
stay in the lakes area. If you have any further questions, would
like to schedule your retreat, or want to check on availability,
please call toll free 1.866.856.9862. or E-mail
Overnight
Facilities
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HOPE RETREAT CENTER
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Bedroom
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| Cost |
$15.00 per
person per night
Day Use only $125.00
$375.00 per
night minimum
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| Details |
Heated/Air
conditioned, wireless internet, handicapped accessible, secluded on prairie,
8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with showers, kitchenette (stove,
oven, microwave, refrigerator, double sink, serving and
eating dishes), large meeting area, single bunkbeds, and
gas fireplace. Very peaceful. Ideal for your large group! Comfortably
seats 36 for scrapbooking, quilting, etc. Guests are
responsible for bringing linens (sheets, towels,
etc.)
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Year-round |
| Sleeps |
62
persons: Eight separate
dorm-style bedrooms (single bunkbeds) |
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GUEST
CABIN
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| Cost |
$250.00 per
night
Day Use only $100.00
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Heated/Air-conditioned, wireless internet, 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with showers, kitchenette (stove,
oven, microwave, refrigerator, double sink, serving and
eating dishes), central meeting area with gas fireplace,
carpet, laundry facilities, double, single and bunk beds.
Guests are responsible for bringing linens (sheets,
towels, etc.)
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August
through May |
| Sleeps |
26
persons: Seven
separate bedrooms (single bunk beds) |
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WITTSTRUCK
/ GRANTHAM
CABINS
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Wittstruck
Cabin
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Grantham
Cabin
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| Cost |
$175.00 per
night
Day Use only $50.00 |
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Heated/Air-conditioned, wireless internet, 2 bathrooms with showers, kitchenette (stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, double sink, serving and eating
dishes), central meeting area, single bunk beds. (each
cabin has an identical layout), Guests are responsible for
bringing linens (sheets, towels, etc.) NEWLY REMODELED BATHROOMS! NEW CARPET!
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Year-round |
| Sleeps |
16
in each cabin: Two separate
bedrooms each (single bunkbeds) |
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CLASSROOM
DORMS
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| Cost |
$15.00 per
person per night |
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Air-conditioned,
rustic dormitory style rooms, single bunk beds, cement floors, 2
bathrooms. |
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Summer/Late Fall
only |
| Sleeps |
95
persons: All
dorm-style bedrooms (single bunkbeds) |
Day
Facilities
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MEETING
ROOMS: Ideal
for retreats, conferences, church groups, youth
activities, luncheons, weddings, receptions, family
reunions, parties, school groups, organizations, etc.
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Available
for Your Meeting:
(All
included in your per day fee. Let us do the snacks and
drinks, too! Check out our great rates in Food
Service section
below)
● white
boards with easel & markers
● flip
charts plus easels
● P.A.
Systems
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TV/VCR/DVD units
● Overhead
projector plus screens
● Tables
& chairs
● Wireless
High Speed Internet
● Digital
Projector
● Copy/Fax
services
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BASKERVILLE
DINING HALL
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Office/Main Entry
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Dining/
Meeting
Area
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$150.00 per
day (price
does not include use of kitchen)
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Details
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Heated/Air-conditioned, wireless internet, carpeted, fireplace, tables and chairs, restrooms, large outdoor deck. The
main dining hall kitchen has a state restaurant food
license and is not available for rental. We
prefer groups of 20 or more use our food
service.
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Available
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Seats
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200
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EPWORTH
HALL
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Interior
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$75.00 per
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Brick
building, cement floor. |
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Available
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Seasonal |
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Seats
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150
persons |
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TABERNACLE
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Interior
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Interior
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Cost
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$75.00 per
day |
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Details
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Historic
1915 building, large stage area, folding chairs
& long benches w/ backs |
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Available
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Seasonal |
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Seats
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600
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DEPOSIT INFORMATION
Deposit for reservations of facilities/food service is 50% of estimated lodging fee and is due 2 weeks after you
receive your "reservation agreement". This is a security deposit and
100% of your deposit will apply to the Total Rental Price. Reservations are not
valid until payment is received. Deposits are refundable up to 30 days prior to
retreat. Phone 1.866.856.9862 with any questions or to check availability.
FOOD SERVICE
All
meals are served in Lake Okoboji U.M. Camp & Retreat Center's
dining hall.
From
barbeques to large group banquets, cozy breakfasts to formal
dinners, we can do it all for you! Lake Okoboji U.M. Camp &
Retreat Center is known across Iowa for it's GREAT FOOD SERVICE!
Just
say "We'd like food service" and our staff will prepare
Lake Okoboji U.M. Camp & Retreat Center's most requested meals
for you! For group sizes 20 to 200, let us serve you!
You'll
love it...GUARANTEED! Call
1.866.856.9862 now for a reservation.
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Breakfast/Brunch
all breakfasts include coffee, hot cocoa, Cappuccino, tea, juice & milk
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$6.95 per
person* |
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Continental
Breakfast
includes
rolls, cereal and fresh fruit |
$6.00 per
person* |
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Lunch
all
meals include coffee, hot cocoa, Cappuccino, tea, juice & milk & dessert |
$7.95 per
person* |
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Dinner
all
meals include coffee, hot cocoa, Cappuccino, tea, juice & milk
& dessert
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$8.95 per
person* |
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Snacks
for Meetings |
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Coffee, tea, snack |
$3.25 per
person* |
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Beverage only |
$1.75 per
person* |
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Children
5 and under stay and eat free!
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Please
feel free to call with specific meal requests. Our
cooks will accommodate your group's tastes and special
needs whenever possible!
*20
person minimum
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Phone 1.866.856.9862
or E-mail us now for a reservation.
DOWNLOADS
·Summary
of Agreement (pdf)
·Release
of Liability (pdf)
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·Overnight Facilities -
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·Deposit Information -
·Programming Information -
***Youth
Group Special!
Youth groups can stay in Guest, Grantham or Wittstruck for
$15 per person per night! We'll even throw in a wagontour! Call 1.866.856.9862 now for a reservation.***
Please
Note: Alcohol is not allowed on the campgrounds. Smoking
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Available to YOU
at Lake Okoboji U.M.
Camp & Retreat Center:
·Beach
area for swimming
·Fishing docks
·Children's park
·Tennis court
·Volleyball court
·Basketball courts
·Baseball/softball fields
·Picnic tables
·Recreation equipment
·Hiking
·Wagon tours - $1 /person
·Camp store - Souvenirs
·Wireless Internet
·Campfire facilities
w/ firewood
·TV, VCR & DVD
·Copy/Fax Services
·Digital & Overhead Projectors
·Charcoal grills - $10
·RV hook-ups (20 Amp.
$15/day)
·PA System (up to 3 mics free)
·PA System (over 3 mics $25) |
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ADDITIONAL
PHOTOS
Waterfront
Camp Store
Campfire Area
Deck Area
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Sunset
at camp
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South
Campus Trail
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Outdoor
Chapel
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Volleyball
Court
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