Facilities & Services

Indoor Spaces

Scheibler Lodge

For indoor meetings, retreats, even game nights with an unparalleled view of the woods, this space can also be set up as an indoor chapel. An 1800 sq. ft multi-purpose meeting room with natural views and A/V, as well as a large screened porch with outdoor fireplace, gives you plenty of gathering options.

Coleman & Johnson Lodges

If you want to play (or meet) where you stay, these lodges have a 1000 sq. ft multi-purpose meeting room with natural views and A/V and large great rooms built right in.

Outdoor Spaces

Gates Pavilion (15-150)

Perfect for reunions, church and company picnics and campouts, Gates Pavilion accommodates up to 150 with a galley-style kitchen and outdoor grill area. The screened-in picnic area has ceiling fans and table space for 100, and includes volleyball, GaGa ball, tetherball and basketball. Just a short walk to the lake, the Pavilion is also equipped with large bathrooms and showers. It is closed for the winter November through April.

Vander Horst Pavilion

Measuring 45 x 18' and has seven picnic tables to seat up to 42. Two bathrooms are a part of the facility, and it is directly behind the climbing tower and zip line which make it a great addition for reunions and birthday parties. It is closed for the winter November through April.

Fairy Forest & Playing Fields

Plenty of open space to gather, explore, play and more, with lots of lakefront footage to enjoy along the way.

Spiritual Spaces

  • Stations of the Cross

    An open and meditative space for self-guided tours of the artwork of the stations of the cross.

  • Labyrinth

    A way to quiet the mind, recover balance in life, enhance creativity and encourage self-reflection in our peaceful outdoor setting.

  • St. Francis Outdoor Chapel

    Perfect for chapel or weddings, this stone and wood gathering spot has a beautiful lake backdrop.

Dining

Fancy to festive. Special dietary needs? No worries here.

Meals and snacks are prepared and served out of the St. Columba kitchen in Scheibler Lodge but can be delivered to your on-campus event at no extra charge. We can accommodate a number of dietary needs that are shared with staff in advance.

Team Building

St. Columba's skilled team of facilitators assesses your group's needs ahead of time and customizes an event using any number of interesting and challenging activities to stress problem-solving, leadership, group dynamics, trust and communication.