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New Bedford Camp and Conference Center Rental Agreement with 2020 Rates
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Open Year Round!
Bedford Camp and Conference Center is owned and operated by First Christian Church.
Please use THIS mailing address for campers:
Bedford Christian Camp
33 Church Camp Road
Bedford, IN 47421
*Reservations are handled through the office of First Christian Church:
(812) 275-4497
Email: office@firstccbedford.org
*DOC Indiana Regional Camps are handled through the Regional Office in Indy, 1-317-926-6051
The mission of Bedford Camp and Conference Center is to provide the setting for outdoor ministry to people of faith. The camp's ministry of hospitality enables participants of all generations to foster a deeper faith, develop self-understanding and build relationships with others.
Lodge:
A lodge completed at Bedford Camp and Conference Center in 2002 has increased the opportunities for ministry through the camp. The old dining hall/lodge was only productive in fair weather since it is only heated from a stone fireplace. The 10,735 square feet retreat center at Camp Bedford was built on a bluff overlooking White River Valley. It is a two level building consisting of a lower level partially built into the side of a bluff, and an upper level with a 700 square foot deck attached.
Description of Facilities:
The grounds of Bedford Camp and Conference Center are covered with a canopy of mature hardwood trees and are located on a high area that overlooks the East Fork of White River. On the grounds you will find:
Groups That Often Use the Camp:
History:
What is presently called Bedford Camp and Conference Center was built as a community county club overlooking White River in 1914. It later became a YMCA camp called Camp Gunaquot until 1951, when the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indiana purchased the site. First Christian Church, Bedford, Indiana acquired the camp in 1972.
Reservations are handled through the office of First Christian Church
(812) 275-4497
Fax: (812) 275-4498
Email: office@firstccbedford.org
2020 Rental Rates (effective 01/01/2020)
RENTAL RATES
Rental rates are subject to the terms and conditions of the Rental Agreement. Rates are listed on a per day fee (24 hours) unless otherwise noted. Campers/renters may choose to rent the entire Camp or the portion that meets their needs.
GENERAL RATE DISCIPLES/FCC
Entire Camp $550 $495
Includes: Overlook Lodge, Craft building, Cabins, Swimming Pool, and all outdoor amenities
Overlook Lodge $375 $340
Pool if renting facility or camping $100 $100
Pool if ONLY swimming $150 $150
Includes: Bathhouse - Pool is open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, weather dependent
Craft Building $125 $125
Cabins ONLY $ 15 per person/per night $ 15 per person/per night
Includes: Bathhouse, (air conditioners or electric space heaters available)
Receptions/Special Events $600 $600
OVERLOOK LODGE ONLY
Rental period from noon on the day before the event until midnight of the event date
Camp liaison is required from 2 hours before event through conclusion of event.
Camp liaison fee of $15 per hour is in addition to rental fee and is due and payable to the liaison at the conclusion of the event.
*Camp liaison fee may be waived for Bedford FCC members with prior approval
Discount of $50 may be available if kitchen is not to be used and is actually not used
Exclusive Use fee $100 $100
Due to the popularity of the Camp, multiple groups may use the facilities at the same time as defined by their rental agreement. For example, a Special event may be occurring in the Overlook Lodge while a youth group is using the Craft building and cabins. If your group desires exclusive use, the fee is assessed per day. Exclusive Use fee does not bar emergency entrance into the Camp as required.
Fees for Other Amenities
For a quote on possible use/fees for use of other Camp amenities, please contact the church office.
Mission Project/Work Day
Groups that are interested in Mission projects or scheduling a Work Day at the Camp should contact the Church office for possible projects. Discount rental rates may be available for groups that are primarily at the Camp for a Mission Project and may be waived for Work Days.
Deposits and Signed Rental Terms/Conditions of Use are required to secure a reservation.
See Rental Terms/Conditions of Use for details on Deposits and Cancellation policy.
Please make checks payable to Bedford Camp and Conference Center.
Bedford Camp and Conference Center is owned and operated by First Christian Church.
Please use THIS mailing address for campers:
Bedford Christian Camp
33 Church Camp Road
Bedford, IN 47421
*Reservations are handled through the office of First Christian Church:
(812) 275-4497
Email: office@firstccbedford.org
*DOC Indiana Regional Camps are handled through the Regional Office in Indy, 1-317-926-6051
The mission of Bedford Camp and Conference Center is to provide the setting for outdoor ministry to people of faith. The camp's ministry of hospitality enables participants of all generations to foster a deeper faith, develop self-understanding and build relationships with others.
Lodge:
A lodge completed at Bedford Camp and Conference Center in 2002 has increased the opportunities for ministry through the camp. The old dining hall/lodge was only productive in fair weather since it is only heated from a stone fireplace. The 10,735 square feet retreat center at Camp Bedford was built on a bluff overlooking White River Valley. It is a two level building consisting of a lower level partially built into the side of a bluff, and an upper level with a 700 square foot deck attached.
Description of Facilities:
The grounds of Bedford Camp and Conference Center are covered with a canopy of mature hardwood trees and are located on a high area that overlooks the East Fork of White River. On the grounds you will find:
- 10,735 sq. ft. lodge with fully equipped kitchen and restrooms
- Old lodge with commercial kitchen and walk-in cooler, restrooms and three sleeping rooms
- Quonset style recreation building
- Campfire pit area
- Ten cabins - 5 each in separate areas
- Bath House with showers
- Two new handicapped accessible restrooms each with a shower
- Swimming pool
- Tennis/basketball court
- Volleyball court
- Softball field
- Secluded vesper area
- Five small group shelters
- Playground equipment
Groups That Often Use the Camp:
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indiana Regional Camps
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) congregations
- Any Christian and Interfaith groups, youth and adult, are welcome to use the Bedford Christian Camp facilities
- Civic and community groups in Indiana, Kentucky and beyond (youth and/or adult)
- Family gatherings/reunions
- Weddings and receptions
History:
What is presently called Bedford Camp and Conference Center was built as a community county club overlooking White River in 1914. It later became a YMCA camp called Camp Gunaquot until 1951, when the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indiana purchased the site. First Christian Church, Bedford, Indiana acquired the camp in 1972.
Reservations are handled through the office of First Christian Church
(812) 275-4497
Fax: (812) 275-4498
Email: office@firstccbedford.org
2020 Rental Rates (effective 01/01/2020)
RENTAL RATES
Rental rates are subject to the terms and conditions of the Rental Agreement. Rates are listed on a per day fee (24 hours) unless otherwise noted. Campers/renters may choose to rent the entire Camp or the portion that meets their needs.
GENERAL RATE DISCIPLES/FCC
Entire Camp $550 $495
Includes: Overlook Lodge, Craft building, Cabins, Swimming Pool, and all outdoor amenities
Overlook Lodge $375 $340
Pool if renting facility or camping $100 $100
Pool if ONLY swimming $150 $150
Includes: Bathhouse - Pool is open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, weather dependent
Craft Building $125 $125
Cabins ONLY $ 15 per person/per night $ 15 per person/per night
Includes: Bathhouse, (air conditioners or electric space heaters available)
Receptions/Special Events $600 $600
OVERLOOK LODGE ONLY
Rental period from noon on the day before the event until midnight of the event date
Camp liaison is required from 2 hours before event through conclusion of event.
Camp liaison fee of $15 per hour is in addition to rental fee and is due and payable to the liaison at the conclusion of the event.
*Camp liaison fee may be waived for Bedford FCC members with prior approval
Discount of $50 may be available if kitchen is not to be used and is actually not used
Exclusive Use fee $100 $100
Due to the popularity of the Camp, multiple groups may use the facilities at the same time as defined by their rental agreement. For example, a Special event may be occurring in the Overlook Lodge while a youth group is using the Craft building and cabins. If your group desires exclusive use, the fee is assessed per day. Exclusive Use fee does not bar emergency entrance into the Camp as required.
Fees for Other Amenities
For a quote on possible use/fees for use of other Camp amenities, please contact the church office.
Mission Project/Work Day
Groups that are interested in Mission projects or scheduling a Work Day at the Camp should contact the Church office for possible projects. Discount rental rates may be available for groups that are primarily at the Camp for a Mission Project and may be waived for Work Days.
Deposits and Signed Rental Terms/Conditions of Use are required to secure a reservation.
See Rental Terms/Conditions of Use for details on Deposits and Cancellation policy.
Please make checks payable to Bedford Camp and Conference Center.
1101 15th Street, Bedford, IN 47421
812-275-4497
office@firstccbedford.org
Reaching Outward to Connect People with God's Abundance
812-275-4497
office@firstccbedford.org
Reaching Outward to Connect People with God's Abundance