Camp Fire Central Ohio

Camp Wyandot maintains a busy schedule, but does have opportunities for community use of camp for events, camps, weddings, retreats, meetings and concerts by outside groups.

Overview
Services
Costs
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Overview

WHO WE ARE

Camp Wyandot has been serving South Central Ohio since 1928. It is tucked in alongside of Clear Creek, deep in a valley in the Hocking Hills region about an hour south of Columbus, Ohio. It is in a unique location, known as one of the most bio-diverse regions on the planet. Our camp hosts a variety of habitats, including deciduous and evergreen forests, meadows, a lake, streams, and one of the clearest creeks in the state with over 40 different species of fish inhabiting its waters. Giant hemlocks, brought by the glaciers, provide shade and humidity for the abundance of ferns, wild flowers, and creatures of all types. Within our forests are some stunning geological formations carved over the millennia from the famous Black Hand sandstone that rises into the Appalachian Mountains.

Camp Fire USA is one of the nation’s leading not-for-profit youth development organizations, currently serving nearly 750,000 children and youth annually. We take pride in our long-standing commitment to providing fun programs and services to all children and families in America. We are inclusive; open to every person in the communities we serve, welcoming children, youth and adults regardless of race, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation or other aspect of diversity. The Central Ohio Council has been serving local families for over 80 years. We operate Camp Wyandot, but also provide community programs, after-school care, youth clubs and more.

WHAT WE DO

Our mission is: “To develop caring confident youth and future leaders”, and we are focused on reuniting children and nature… but we do so much more! For User Groups looking for a unique experience, we provide a variety of outdoor based camping adventures.

LIFE AT CAMP

Camp is in the woods and very rustic! We are in a valley and the climate tends to be wetter and colder than the city.

Lodging areas, with the exception of our specialty accommodations, do not have electricity or plumbing in sleeping quarters. There are a few units in camp with electricity in common areas.

Bath / Shower Houses are located on each side of camp. There is running water and modern plumbing. We shut down the water at the end of October and open up water service again in mid-April. Winter user groups will need to be prepared to use outhouses and bring heir own drinking / cooking water.

Meeting Space is available for groups of 12 or less in Hoskins Lodge, and Hislop lodge for groups up to 80 or so. We can also provide snacks and beverages.

Rain plans should include getting wet! There is limited indoor space available for activities so plan to be outside as much as possible.

The “What to bring” list should include flashlights, rain gear, alarm clocks, toiletries, sleeping bag/bedding, warm clothes, fishing equipment, etc.

SERVICES & PROGRAMS

Our professional staff will work with you in scheduling just the right blend of activities. Some things groups typically enjoy include;

Food Service is available from our professional kitchen. We will provide well-balanced, hot delicious meals and can accommodate most any special needs or particular meal requests. Meals are served in our Historic Dining Hall, Hislop Lodge, which can accommodate up to 100 guests at a meal.

The pool is only available seasonally. It’s use requires a certified Camp Fire USA staff member on guard. Boating in our lake and Creeking on Clear Creek are available as well. Arrangements for these activities must be made in advance. Bank Fishing is available at any time with your own equipment. We do have some equipment available.

Camp Wyandot provides the perfect opportunity for exploring nature! Our trained staff can provide guided nature hikes, creek exploration, wild edible hikes, Owl Prowls and more.

Camp Wyandot is a great place to try Archery and other sports . There is also basketball, tetherball, soccer, playfields, hiking, and plenty of forests to explore!

Camp Wyandot can provide team-building experiences, games and other fun activities for your group. We are also expert camp fire leaders complete with songs, stories, and of course..S’mores!

Additionally, Clear Creek Metro Park provides miles of hiking trails and there are state parks, horse back riding facilities, canoe liveries and more close by.

TYPICAL COSTS

• Day Use
  $10 flat fee per group / per day
  $3 per person
  Activities extra
• Overnight use
  $15.00 flat fee per night/ per group
  $10.00 per person per night
  $20.00 surcharge for Hoskins Lodge
  $10 .00 surcharge for Staff / Nature Lodge
• Meals
  $5.00 per person / Breakfast
  $5.50 per person / Lunch
  $6.00 per person / Dinner
  $1.50 per person / snack
  $15.00 rental of outdoor cooking equipment
• Programs
  $20.00 per staff hour
  $60.00 per hour / pool

Example: A youth group of 25 students with 4 chaperones, arriving Friday night and departing Sunday late morning; providing lunch on their own and eating 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner in our dining hall, and taking a guided night hike would pay $$1114.. Or about $40 per person.

HOW TO MAKE RESERVATIONS

First, if you haven’t seen camp yet, please schedule a time to visit the camp with our camp director. 

Step 1

Determine approximately how many will be attending and what programs and services you might want, as well as your preferred dates.

If you have questions or ideas about a program for your groups experience. or if you’d like a tour of Camp Wyandot; contact our Camp Director.

Step 2

Contact our CEO to see if the date you are interested in is available, and request a reservation be processed for your group.

Step 3

Once you receive the registration packet, review it. Then promptly return the User Group Agreement (pdf) with the required deposit to our office.

The Group Leader signing the agreement is wholly responsible for the group. Please note our Refund/Cancellation Policy.

Step 4

Enjoy your visit!

Step 5

Check-out with our Camp Director prior to departure to settle any remaining balances and turn in your groups sign-in sheet.

Refund and Cancellation Policy:

A down payment of 20% is required to reserve your group’s visit. If a group notifies our office of a cancellation, half will be refunded. Please note that 10% is considered Non-refundable. We look forward to your visit, but occasionally as a camp located in the forests, things happen beyond our control. We therefore reserve the right to cancel your reservation at any time for any reason. If we must do so, we will refund all payments in full and assist with making alternate arrangements.

Want more info?

E-mail CEO Amy Boyd at amy@centralohiocampfire.org

User group info(info for groups considering Camp Wyandot): This file is unavailable on this site. Please email us for a copy* at camp@centralohiocampfire.org

User Group Handbook(info for groups scheduled to arrive at camp)

Sample user group agreement(a sample of the user group agreement)