Facilities
Camp Facilities
CWR Fire Damage Report: Facilities and Grounds
| Structure | Status (updated 12/3/2011) |
|---|---|
| Camp Director's Residence | Destroyed; Using insurance proceeds, the camp has purchased a home w/ office in Smithville for use as a Camp Director residence. |
| Manufactured Housing | Destroyed |
| Cabins 1-6 | Destroyed |
| Kitchen | Destroyed |
| Office | Destroyed |
| Craft Shelter | Destroyed |
| SALT Cabin | Destroyed |
| Maintenance Barn | Destroyed |
| Woodworking Shop | Destroyed; bathroom rebuilt on old slab (11/21/2011) and pole barn to store supplies and lumber is being erected. Damage to slab makes it unsuitable for use as wood-working shop without significant re-finishing. |
| Bicycle Corral | Destroyed |
| Sports Equipment Storage | Destroyed |
| Apartment | Destroyed; a fifth-wheel trailer has been donated and now serves as housing for Alex Becerra, an intern at the camp. |
| Lodge and Apartment Rooms | Destroyed |
| Above-ground Swimming Pool and Deck | Destroyed |
| Outdoor Learning Center | Destroyed |
| Man Bath House | Destroyed |
| New Bath House | Destroyed |
| Chapel and Serving Area | Destroyed |
| RV Park | Partially damaged, Repaired and hosting volunteers beginning 11/1/2011 |
| Climbing Wall | Destroyed |
| Zip Line | Damaged, only one pole remains serviceable |
| Life Jacket Shed and Well House | Destroyed, well has been repaired and well house constructed. |
| Pavilion Dining Area | Intact |
| Gazebo | Intact |
| Canoes | Intact |
| Lake Area | Suitable for Activity |
Tent Camping
There are 95 acres in the Lost Pines Forest at Camp Wilderness Ridge available for tent camping – in the main camp area, around the lake, in the primitive area or almost anywhere amongst the pines.
Kitchen
Our commercial kitchen is the center of activity as cooks prepare nutritious, home cooked meals and snacks for the entire camp day. Campers are served here at mealtimes and then gather at the Pavilion to share their mealtimes with fellow campers.
Swimming Pool
Our above ground swimming pool is great for a cool down in the hot Texas summer and is the center for several cabin competitions during summer camp. A certified life guard is always on duty while the pool is occupied.
Chapel
This open air pavilion with fireplace over looks the CWR lake. This multi-use facility is used for worship and group teaching times.
Camp Office
The camp office is located at the entrance gate to greet all guests arriving at Camp Wilderness Ridge.
Shelters
There are 6 open air shelters in the main camp area that have electricity, an oscillating fan, and tarps on windows for protection from the weather when needed. These roomy shelters are equipped with 5 bunk beds (including mattresses) with extra cots available to accommodate 10-12 campers per shelter.
The Lodge
This climate controlled facility located in the main camp area includes a small meeting room with fireplace and a small bedroom with ½ bath on the main floor and 2 bedrooms and full sized bath on the 2nd floor. This cedar facility has 2 comfortable porches where you can relax and enjoy God’s workmanship overlooking the main camp area or overlooking the pool and pine forest. The camp infirmary is also located on the main floor of this facility.
Pavilion
This open air dining facility is filled with pine picnic tales and benches across from kitchen where campers eat most of their meals. This facility is also used for various group meetings.
Lake & Gazebo
Our 3 acre lake is a great place to canoe, fish or as a setting for the familiar team games. The new gazebo built in memory of Ber Kletke, is a perfect setting to spend time with God, enjoying His presence in the midst of pine trees, water and sunshine.
Pottery House
This facility is equipped with two pottery wheels and a kiln which enables the campers to make a variety of pottery items.
