Retreats and Conferences

Overview

• Warm comfortable lodges
• Customized meeting spaces
• Home-cooked, family style meals
• 2.5 km of shoreline to explore along beautiful Wolfe Lake.
• 205 acres with marked hiking trails, ready for an adventure.

Guest Groups

Adults

Youth

Family

Pricing

Retreat Rate Packages

Retreat bookings are available from mid-September through mid-June each year. Bookings are not available in the summer months due to our Summer Camps & Youth Development and Leadership programs.

All rates include Ontario's Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). Costs are subject to change without notice. Costs for IAWAH-staff activities are extra (see below). Additional days may be added to the full weekend stay by adding the applicable Property Use fee and meal costs to a maximum of a five (5) day stay. The "Weekend" packages may be applied to weekday stays. Rates listed are for non-profit groups; for corporate rates, add 20%.

Additional Meals

All rates include Ontario's Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). Costs are subject to change without notice.

IAWAH-staffed Activities

IAWAH-staffed activities require an additional hourly fee of $20.00 per instructor.

Groups may select a maximum of three hours of a one activity per day. It is strongly recommended that all IAWAH-staffed activities are booked at the time of contract. See the Retreat Activities & Services page for further details.

Booking Minimum

Derbyshire Lodge: 12 guests minimum - Floor Plan
Bush Lodge: 16 guests minimum - Floor Plan
IAWAH Lodge: 24 guests minimum - Floor Plan
Townhouse: 8 guests minimum - Floor Plan coming soon Additional Accommodation: C.W. Leach Complex (up to 14 beds) - Floorplan

The minimum number for requesting the exclusive use of our facilities is 90 guests. Lodges can be booked for fewer guests, however the group will be billed for the minimum guest number.

Activities & Services

IAWAH offers a variety of seasonal activities. There is something for everyone--from a self guided nature hike or canoe ride to a high ropes experience.

Available at no extra fee:

• Hiking
• Canoeing*
• Soccer balls, basketballs, footballs
• Tetherball
• Beach Volleyball*
• Broomball*
• Sliding and Tubing*

* Indicates seasonal activity.

Packing List

To ensure a great stay at IAWAH remember to bring the following:

• Shorts & pants
• T-shirts & long sleeve shirt
• Sweater, fleece
• Socks & underwear
• Indoor shoes
• Swimsuit
• Hat & sun screen
• Rain coat
• Toiletries, including toothbrush, paste, soap, shampoo, towel
• Insect repellent (DEET recommended)
• Flashlight
• Sleepwear, sleeping bag & pillow
• Boots, mittens, toque, skates, sleds

FAQ's

• I have an anaphylactic allergy; can I visit Camp IAWAH?
  Camp IAWAH does not serve peanut or tree nut products. We endeavor to find nut-free ingredients, however some are labelled by the manufacturer as “May contain traces of peanuts, tree nuts and sesame seeds” or “May contain traces of nuts, tree nuts and other seeds.” IAWAH's head cook will coordinate safe food preparation and alternate menu items will be provided to the best of our ability. Those with severe allergies are strongly advised to communicate their needs to the camp through their Group Contact. Guests are encouraged to bring their own peanut-free baked goods for snacks and desserts. All guests with severe allergies are encouraged to speak with the kitchen staff should they have any questions or concerns regarding the ingredients of a particular food.
• What are your accommodations like?
  Camp IAWAH is a very clean and well-maintained camp - but it is a camp. Most rooms have two to three bunk-beds with vinyl-covered, cot-sized, 4-6-inch foam mattresses. Beds marked as doubles are two of these mattresses side-by-side. Cabins—used in the warm seasons only—have washrooms located in another building a short walk away. Washrooms in our winterized lodges have either centrally located washrooms (Derbyshire & IAWAH Lodges) or an ensuite washroom (Bush Lodge). All washrooms have showers, toilets and sinks. Both cabins and lodges have electricity. Learn more about our buildings here.
• What kinds of retreat groups do you typically host?
  Camp IAWAH hosts many retreat groups from churches and para-church organizations around Eastern and Central Ontario; a smaller number of groups come to IAWAH to work on projects like scrapbooking, quilting and rug-hooking. IAWAH's purpose is to plant seeds of faith, nurture disciples and cultivate leadership. To find out more about what we believe, please see our foundational statements document.
• Why does IAWAH ask that our group carry Off-Property Liability Insurance?
  Camp IAWAH encourages event organizers to acquire Off-Property Liability Insurance to provide coverage to a group having a function on a site other than their own (i.e. school or church building). While IAWAH does carry its own insurance, in the case of a claim, the organizers of the event would be the first party to be sued in any legal action. If there is no insurance, then the organizer places his or her own personal wealth on the line. It is strongly recommended that organizers speak with their group's insurance broker.
• How do I book IAWAH-led activities for my group's retreat?
  The best way to book activities like indoor climbing or archery for your group is to do so at the time of booking. If requesting IAWAH-led activities after this time, please do so at least one month prior to the start of your event.
• Does Camp IAWAH allow alcohol on site?
  No.
• Can our group use the Camp IAWAH kitchen?
  Camp IAWAH staff strive to provide the best possible food service for our guests. Access to the kitchen for group cooking is not provided.
• Does Camp IAWAH host weddings?
  Due to the unique nature of each wedding ceremony, please contact the office to discuss the possibilities. Please note that the site is unavailable for use from mid-June through mid-September each year.

Bookings

Accommodations and Facilities

With three winterized lodges available for guests, IAWAH can host groups of 10-150. In late spring and early fall, the capacity increases to 200 with the use of seasonal rustic cabins and tabins (tent cabins).

Derbyshire and IAWAH Lodges are set up dormitory-style with bunk beds, common washrooms and a meeting room. In Bush Lodge, guests have a small three-piece washroom in each room. All overnight guests are required to bring bedding, pillows, towels, and toiletries.

Derbyshire Floor Plan
IAWAH Floor Plan
Bush Floor Plan
Cabin Layout & Floor Plan
IAWAH Site Map

IAWAH Gym (Multi Purpose Building)

This building can be used as either a large gathering area, conference hall or as a gymnasium. It houses a 1,300 square-foot climbing wall which features overhangs, an arête, and a variety of other climbs.

Dining Facilities

We are pleased to offer a large, sunny dining room in IAWAH Lodge which seats 160 people. Larger groups can be served in two sittings. All foodservice is provided by IAWAH.

Meals

Meals are served family- or buffet-style. Tea, coffee, water and fruit are available throughout the day in the dining hall. Guests should inform the office of any special dietary considerations (e.g. vegetarian, allergy to soy) at least one week prior to arrival.

With the possibility that more than one group may be on property at any given time, it is important that mealtimes are coordinated. Unless otherwise arranged through the Registrar, the IAWAH mealtimes are as follows:

• 8:00am breakfast
• 12:30pm lunch
• 5:30pm dinner
• 9:00pm snack

IAWAH Tuck Shop

The tuck shop will be open upon request. Please arrange this prior to your arrival. The shop stocks a variety of chocolate bars, candy and pop as well as a selection of IAWAH clothing and souvenirs.

Guest Group Member Agreement

IAWAH requires every guest to sign a guest group member agreement. If the guest is under 18 years of age his/her parent/guardian must also sign. Signed forms must be collected by the group coordinator and given to the host.

Please download and read the Guest Group Member Agreement.