Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions that are not listed here please email our Group Sales Department at groupsales@bmcr.org

Linens (top sheet & fitted sheet for a twin or full sized bed depending on which you are in), towels, personal toiletries (i.e. shampoo, soap, hairdryers),

Sheets and towels can be rented at the front desk for a nominal fee.

  • Bible & a journal for spending time with God
  • Comfortable hiking/running shoes ready for fun! (we have great hiking trails and sports fields)
  • Towels for bathing and extras for the pool (in season)
  • Sheets for your bed (you may rent them at the front desk for a small fee). Blankets, pillows provided
  • Your favorite Shampoo & Soap, Sunscreen, Bug repellant, Deodorant
  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste, Prescription Medicine & First Aid supplies, Ear plugs if your roommate snores (ha ha)
  • Spending money for the gift shop/snack shop
  • Flashlight, Water Bottle
  • Raincoat, jacket, sweatshirt, extra clothes, pajamas
  • Swim suit (modestly please!) The pool is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
  • Cell phone with charger
  • Please do NOT bring pets unless you are staying in a tent or RV on the campgrounds

Sheets and towels, sports equipment, board games, irons, coffee makers, extra keys, hairdryer, and a wheelchair (limited availability).

We have an after-hours number which is 570-386-8344 and have a person to assist you. Please see the Front Desk for office hours.

Hiking, fishing, swimming (between Memorial Day and Labor Day), tennis, volleyball, soccer, baseball, football, basketball, Gaga, the Blessing Shop, the greenhouses, the Book & Gift Shop, and several off campus partnerships seasonally like whitewater rafting and miniature golf.

Sports equipment and board games can be rented at the Front Desk.

Please ask the Front Desk Staff for brochures on our off campus partnerships.

Yes, we have limited Wi-Fi access. It is available in our Main Building and in several meeting rooms.
• Network Name: BMCR_Guest (device should automatically connect to the network)

No, there is no ATM on campus; however, you may use your Discover, MasterCard or Visa at the Front Desk, in our Dining Hall, Snack Shop and in our Book & Gift Shop for making purchases. There is an ATM located at the corner of Routes 309 & 895 in the shopping plaza (a 5 minute drive from the retreat).

Yes, seasonally we have the Fireside Grill ‘N Chill which sells hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, ice cream and other snack food. Please see the Front Desk for hours of operation. Also snacks can be purchased in our Book & Gift Shop. There are several vending machines with a variety of drinks on campus.

 AT&T and Verizon cell phone providers will work at the retreat.