Warm weather activities during your stay at the ARC

Lake Elim

Lake Elim is a nearly one-acre, man-made lake that is perfect for most of your retreat/camp or event activities.

Lake Elim

Ride our 120’ long waterslide!

Our Blue Slide is great for younger children or disabled, with a lower entry point, shorter slide and shallower water at the end.

Jump off our swimming platform!

Enjoy a variety of water activities.

Just relax by the water and enjoy the sand and sun!

Lakeside Pavilion

Our Lakeside Pavilion is a great place for snacks, picnics or just to get out of the sun!

Elim Building

Restrooms, showers and changing areas are located in Elim Building.

Playgrounds

The ARC has three playground areas for kids to enjoy during your stay.

Peter's Playground

Peter’s Playground is great for toddlers as it has a fenced in area, slides, swings and other toys, plus benches for adult supervisors to sit on. It’s location is nearly always in the shade.

Peter's Playground

Elim Playground

Elim Playground is located near the shore of Lake Elim. This smaller playground has a merry-go-round, swings and a jungle gym.

The Purple Park

The Purple Park is located between the RV park and Good News Lodge. It has a Purple play structure, swings, horseshoe pit and benches.

The Purple Park

Ball Fields

The ARC has three large fields that groups have used for a variety of activities including Ultimate Frisbee, Soccer, Softball and Football.

Main Ball Field

Located near the gymnasium, the main ball field is the first field you see as you enter the ARC. It offers a pavilion, seating area and plenty of room for any large group activities you may want.

Gaza Ball Field

The Gaza Ball field is located on the east end of our property, near the rustic camping site and Gaza Building which has restrooms.

Elim Ball Field

Elim ball field is located near Lake Elim.

Other activities

Try our Challenge Course

Human Foosball court

Gaga Ball Pit

Just a few of the lawn games that can be checked out in our canteen.

Pickle Ball Court

Sand Volleyball Courts

Two sand volleyball courts near Lake Elim.

Prayer Walk

Our Prayer Walk winds through wooded areas of the ARC with stations for inspiration, meditation and rest.

Camp Fires

Camp fires are part of any camping experience.

Main Fire Pit

The ARC has two stationary fire pits. Our main fire pit is by Lake Elim and another by Good News Lodge We also have portable fire pits for your use on request.

Gymnasium

Our gymnasium can be used for large group meetings but, if available, can be used for basketball, volleyball or other ‘inside’ activities.

Disc Golf

Try our 9-hole disc golf course. Use your own discs or check some out from our canteen.