Pancakes with Santa Retreat
Santa Claus is coming to camp! Spend the weekend with the Clauses. You can enjoy stories by the fire, cookie decorating, a Christmas movie, pancakes, and much more. Take a family photo with Santa and make some memories. Matching pjs are always adorable too.
Site
LMC at HopeWood Pines
Ages
Families of all ages
Cost Range
$25 - $420
Financial assistance available
Activities
- Pancakes with Santa
- Photos with Santa
- Cookie decorating
- Christmas movie
Dates & Fees
December 11-12, 2026
| Ages 0–2 | Ages 3–9 | Age 10 – Adults | Family Max Immediate family only. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fees for the full weekend | Free | $55 | $100 | $420 |
| Fees for Saturday only | Free | $25 | $45 | |
| Check-in | Fri 7:00 pm | |||
| Check-out | Sat 6:30 pm | |||
Facilities
Families will sleep in heated cabins with bunk beds that sleep 8-10. Shower houses with bathrooms are just a short walk away.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a part of your online registration, you’ll be asked to complete a family health form. You can submit this online by logging into your account.
Communicate special needs and dietary restrictions at least two weeks prior to the weekend. If you did not specify this information on your registration, or if you have specific questions, contact camp directly at (419) 864-8030.
Participants are asked to pay in full prior to the retreat. You can access your online account to make a payment or you may also send a check (payable to HopeWood Outdoors) to:
HopeWood Guest Relations Coordinator
2790 State Route 61
Marengo, OH 43334
Lodging will be in heated cabins located near a shower house. Everyone will sleep in bunk beds.
Please bring your own pillows, sheets, towels, and other bedding.
You will be responsible for dispensing any medications for yourself or other family members. When not in your controlled possession, medications need to be stored in a locked container.
Staff members are trained in basic first aid for emergencies.
A family health form must be completed online or mailed in two weeks prior to camp. A parent signature is required.
Note that some items are optional or can be substituted.
Bedding
- Sleeping bag or sheets/blanket
- Pillow
Health & Medication
- Medication labeled and in lockable container; self-dispensed
- Family health form: Complete online or mail in two weeks prior to camp. A parent signature is required.
Personal Items
- Reusable face mask
- Hand sanitizer
- Towel(s)
- Toiletries (brush, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, lotions)
- Sunscreen (waterproof/water resistant)
- Insect repellant (lotion/non-aerosol)
- Sleepwear/pajamas
- Underwear and socks
- Jeans/pants and shorts
- Short-sleeve and long-sleeve shirts
- Sweatshirts
- Rain poncho or water-resistant jacket
- Jacket
- Shower shoes (plastic flip flops)
- Gym shoes or boots
- Reusable water bottle
Optional Items
- Money (for the camp store)
- Sunglasses/hat
- Garbage bag for dirty clothes
- Flashlight with batteries
- Book
- Table games
- Camera
- Fishing pole
Please DO NOT Bring
- Knives, guns, weapons, explosives, or fireworks
- Alcohol or illegal drugs
- Pets of any kind
- Valuables (e.g. electronic devices)
- Aerosol products of any kind