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Things to know about your stay at DCC
LAND:
Drift Creek Camp is a non-profit organization owned and operated by the Mennonite Camp Association of Oregon. The land is a protected pristine forest leased from the United States’ Forest Service. Drift Creek creates a loop around the 12 acres that hosts the spot known as
Drift Creek Camp
. The organization was created in 1961 with the intention of creating a gathering place for church retreats, kids’ summer camp, family reunions and church conference activities. It is a privilege to enjoy such a majestic wilderness. Guests are not permitted to remove items found in the forest, so though it is tempting, please do not disturb plants or animals that you encounter. DRIVING: The 10-mile road to camp is off Highway 101 south of Lincoln City.
Please remember to remove signs upon departure. Guests should not arrive to camp until 4 pm. If leaders wish to arrive earlier, please make arrangements with the caretakers. They can be reached by calling 541-996-3978 or emailing caretakersdriftcreek.org. It is especially important to respect our 4 pm check-in policy during the summer months when we are pressed for time between groups. We have limited hours to “turn-over” the lodge. In order to make camp presentable, we need to work without interruption. Once you reach Lincoln City, it’s about 30 minutes up to camp. If you see that you have plenty of time, take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy the ocean or explore the local attractions. Traffic on the camp road has increased dramatically. With visitors to the Falls Trail, folks out fishing & hunting; forestry workers coming and going, etc., expect to meet other vehicles, including log trucks. Please use caution. If driving mountain roads bothers you, try sharing the ride. Carpooling reduces traffic, saves resources, and alleviates the on-site parking load. When using the camp for retreats, some guests intentionally include the drive up as part of their preparation. Some set that time aside for silence and reflection, approaching the winding road as though they were walking a meditative labyrinth. Upon arrival, it is tempting to unload in front of the lodge. If you do, please do so temporarily so as not to block others. There should be plenty of parking, even for large groups, as long as people park in an organized and thoughtful manner. Whatever your approach, just keep in mind that though it is only about 10 miles, it takes approximately 30 minutes to travel. In the winter months especially, it is common to come across fallen trees or branches. Camp staff will do their best to keep the road clear and passable. At about 4 miles from camp, you will lose cell phone service. It’s a good idea to turn your phone off to avoid running the battery down. No cell service is available once you are at camp. GENERATOR: DCC is “off the grid.” Our sole source of power is a diesel generator. When the generator is on, we have lights, forced air heat, etc. When its off, it’s dark! We do have a back-up battery pack that illuminates emergency exit signs, the kitchen, and select rooms. The cost of diesel and propane has risen dramatically. In an effort to keep DCC’s budget viable, we strive to minimize generator usage and reserve propane as best we can. WHAT TO BRING:
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: The main lodge sleeps 105 guests. The two lower level rooms each sleep up to 4. The second floor sleeps approximately 50. If your group does not exceed that number, we prefer to limit lodge use to the second floor so that excess heating fuel is not used.
If your group enjoys any of the following, feel free to bring equipment for:
HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME AND BE SURE TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS NOW
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