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Meeting Spaces

Indoor Meeting Spaces

Indoor Meeting Spaces	Description
Click for More Information	Great Room In The Lodge Seating capacity: 60 Area: 1,200 sqft (40’ x 30’) Vaulted ceiling, fireplace, large windows Direct access to The Lodge deck Grand Piano Pull down projection screen Great space for large meetings, social gatherings, worship services, visual arts presentations Handicap accessible with two handicap accessible bathrooms in the lobby
Click for More Information	The Commons Adjacent to the Dining Hall Attached deck Seating capacity: 40 Area: 864 sqft (27′ x 32′) Hardwood floor Pull down projection screen TV/DVD/VCR Upright piano Great space for workshop, meetings and social gatherings Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	The Tree House Stand-alone building Seating capacity: 100 Area: 1,425 sqft (57′ x 25′) Area of stage: 21’ x 11’6” High ceiling, wooden beams Hardwood floor Sound system Large screen TV/DVD/VCR Upright Piano Great space for large meetings and performances Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	The Rec Hall Ground level of the Tree House Three connected spaces: Rec Hall, Light Room, Outside Deck Area (Rec Hall): 1,425 sqft (57′ x 25′) Great space for workshops, classes, informal gatherings, arts and crafts activities Foosball and ping pong tables Fireplace with couches and over-sized chairs The Light Room is adjacent with craft supplies, outside deck just off the Light Room Adjacent to the Fire Ring meeting space Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Dining Hall Stand-alone building Seating capacity: 100+ Area: 32′ x 42′ Pre-configured with table and chairs Full access to microwave, toaster, juice and coffee/tea machines Excellent location for specialty meals and large meetings Configured with microphone and speaker system Access to The Commons Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Library In The Lodge Seating capacity: 8 – 16 Area: 609 sqft (21′ x 29′) Equipped with tables and chairs Lined with bookshelves full of books Ideal for quiet work groups, private quiet time Not handicap accessible
Click for More Information	White Oak Stand-alone building Seating capacity: 15 Area: 232.5 sqft (15′ x 15′ 6″) Equipped with table and chairs, white board Public access computer Ideal for break-out groups Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Chapel Stand-alone building Seating capacity: 12 Area: 192 sqft (16′ x 12′) Hardwood floor and ceiling – cozy, warm feel Designed as a quiet contemplative location for meditation and reflection Stocked with candles, podium and chairs Handicap accessible

Outdoor Meeting Spaces

Outdoor Meeting Spaces	Description
Click for More Information	Amphitheater Largest outdoor meeting area – seating capacity of 75 – 100 on wooden benches Includes central fire ring in the Amphitheater pit Not handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Fire Ring Adjacent to the Tree House – comfortable seating for 50 – 75 on wooden benches Great spot for opening or closing campfires Not handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Meditation Rock Adjacent to The Mountain Office – two benches overlooking the Blue Valley and the Nantahala Forest Ideal for small group meditation or personal reflection Not handicap accessible
Click for More Information	The Field At the base of The Mountain – largest open space on The Mountain Ideal for large groups activities – adjacent to a large parking lot, offering easy access to equipment for group activities Handicap accessible
Click for More Information	Crafts Barn Adjacent to The Field Houses equipment for arts and crafts, field games, and sport Covered seating area with view of The Field
Click for More Information	The Lake At the base of The Mountain Used primarily by our MountainCamp Program, open to all our guests Canoes, kayaks, paddles and life vests
Click for More Information	The Labyrinth At the base of The Mountain A quiet spiritual place in a wooded environment Prefect location for reflection, mediation or prayerful thought Available to our guests and retreat organizers
Click for More Information	High and Low Ropes Courses At the base of The Mountain Mountain Staff-led activities for group development, individual and group challenges, life skills training…and fun!