StillWater Retreat Facilities

Facilities include 30 acres of woods and trails, waterfront with beach and boats, sports field and an Open Air 
"Chapel in the Woods". 


Activities Available 
(Contact StillWater for rates)

Team Building (Low ropes course with facilitator)
Waterfront – Swimming, boats and fishing 
(a lifeguard is required for swimming)
Hayrides, Climbing Wall and Zip Line


  • “The Lodge” is a large building appropriate for large group meetings.  There is a kitchen, seating area with tables, a fireplace and seating.


  • “The Dorm” has one large room that will sleep up to eight and a small bedroom that will sleep four in bunk beds. The Dorm also has a small bathroom with a shower.


  • “The Cabin” has two small bedrooms that sleep up to eight total in bunk beds. It has a small kitchen, living room and a bathroom with a shower. 
StillWater Retreat is available for groups to rent for various events.

If you are interested in using the facilities, please contact StillWater at (260) 638-4471.
Most of the time, there will be only one group on StillWater at any one time.
Income from these services help fund StillWater’s ministry to the children of the Fort Wayne inner city, men's prison ministries, fatherhood retreats and South Africa.
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Terms and Conditions
  • To reserve the facility for none summer weeks, a deposit equal to 50% of the rate is required. Deposit is refundable if canceled 30 days before the scheduled event. The full rate will be charged if cancelled 7 days or less before the scheduled event. Unless other arrangements are made, balance of charges are expected to be paid by the close of the event.                                                                            
  • To reserve the facility for summer weeks, a deposit equal to 50% of the rate is required. Deposit is refundable if canceled 90 days before the scheduled event. The full rate will be charged if cancelled 30 days or less before the scheduled event. Unless other arrangements are made, balance of charges are expected to be paid by the close of the event.  
  • All overnight guests must bring their own bed linens, blankets and towels.
  • A $50 cleaning fee will be added, but is refundable if the camp is left clean. This is especially true if any kitchens are used by the renters.  We ask that all trash is picked up and that all renters endeavor to keep  carpets and upholstery mud free. StillWater will provide cleaning supplies. 
  • StillWater does not provide housekeeping services during a stay.
  • Pet owners are responsible for their pets not intimidating or bothering other guests, including barking.  Pets should not be in any kitchens or on any furniture. Please clean up after your pet.
  • Vehicles should be parked in designated areas only.
  • Renters are liable for all damages to the facility, furnishings, equipment, and grounds. Please report any damage to the Director.
  • StillWater Ministries, Inc. assumes no liability or responsibility for personal injury or property losses incurred during the use of the camp facilities.

Camp Safety
Those that rent the property are totally responsible for the safety and behavior of their guests. For their safety, children must be under the supervision of adults at all times.
  • No children under the age of 16 should be near the pond without the close supervision of a responsible adult. The guidelines surrounding the use of the pond including swimming, boating and fishing, are listed posted at the camp. Contact information of responsible lifeguards is available. If lifeguards are not employed, StillWater recommends that renters select at least one mature and responsible person that will be responsible for the safety of others while they are using the pond. This would include communicating the guidelines surrounding the use of the pond and encouraging parents to supervise their own children while they are participating in any activity near the pond.  
  • Children under the age of 16 are prohibited from operating any motorized vehicle.
  • No illegal or illicit activities are acceptable on camp property.
  • Alcohol, illegal drugs and fireworks must not be used on StillWater. Smoking is not allowed in any buildings or tent cabins.
  • No signs or posters should be attached to any walls, buildings or trees without the prior approval of management.
  • Camp fires only in provided fire rings. A reasonable amount of firewood will be provided by StillWater. Additional firewood is available at a reasonable cost. Renters are welcome to bring their own firewood.
  • While the pond is being restocked, fishing is with a "catch and release" policy.
  • The use of loud horns is prohibited.  Amplified music and any loud noise  must cease outside after 10pm.
  • No hunting on the property. Please do not fire guns including paintball or airsoft guns.
  • Any activity in the woods at night require all participants to wear eye protection.
Indemnification
      All users agree that it shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless StillWater and its employees, officers, and director, from and
      against all liability arising out of damage to property or injury to persons which arise out of users use of the facility. Users are to 
      provide their own property damage and liability insurance coverage while using or renting any part of StillWater.  Users shall
      provide StillWater immediate notice of any injury or damage to persons or property.