Our mission is faithfully inspiring people to embrace their callings in creation and community. We welcome congregations, church groups, and clergy to use our sites for these free events, subject to availability. Contact the HopeWood Guest Relations Coordinator at (419) 864-8030 or guestrelations@hopewoodoutdoors.org to book a reservation or learn more.
If you would like to contract HopeWood Outdoors’ staff to lead progamming, this is available for a fee.
Church Picnics
Bring your potluck picnic to camp!
Worship
Bring your congregation to one of our camps and lead your own worship experience in nature. Our scenic outdoor sanctuaries are the perfect setting for Sunday morning worship, or other times as available.
Adult Gatherings
Bring your adult Bible study group to one of our camps for a chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life!
Staff Meetings for Congregations
Looking for a venue to host your weekday day-time meeting, check out one of our sites! We offer free use of our facilities Monday through Thursday, during the non-summer seasons.
Rostered Leaders Conference and Cluster Meetings
Take advantage of our facilities for your weekday, day-time meetings, or pericope studies. We offer free use of our facilities Monday through Thursday, during the non-summer seasons.
ELCA Synod Councils, Committees, and Task Forces
We offer free use of our facilities Monday through Thursday, during the non-summer seasons.
Nourishing the Soul: Personal Retreats for ELCA Staff
HopeWood Outdoors offers personal retreats for ELCA rostered and professional church staff in Ohio. In the midst of Jesus’ ministry, He took time to go to a place alone to pray. HopeWood Outdoors invites professional church leaders to nourish the soul through a personal retreat. This is available when a camp facility is not serving other groups. Food service is not available.