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4 Rooms
34 Beds / Sleeps 34
Room one: 14 bunk beds, dresser & desk
Room two: 6 bunk beds
Room three: 14 bunk beds, dresser & desk
Room four: Lounge Area
No bathroom - washhouse access (seperate building)
Heated
$325/night
Availability
This calendar shows the dates currently open for booking at Joy of Living Camp.
Please note that the calendar is for reference only; to book your stay and calculate the total cost, including any additional activities, scroll down to our booking form.
Before completing your reservation, we kindly ask you to read through all the terms and conditions to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Retreat Policies
Your arrival should be no earlier than 4 pm, and check-out must be by 2:00 pm, unless arrangements are otherwise made in advance of your event. This allows our staff time to properly prepare and clean the facilities before and after your group. Please indicate the times you expect to arrive and depart on the Rental Agreement.
A non-refundable/non-transferrable deposit of $300 is due with your signed rental agreement, and is credited toward the total cost of your event. Events are not confirmed until the full deposit and a signed rental agreement have been received.
The account balance for your retreat or event is payable 30 days prior to your event. Payment may be received in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card.
In the event your attendance projections fall below your original projected total, notification is required for the new projected attendance not less than thirty (30) days in advance of your event. Failure to notify Joy of Living in this time frame will result in billing at the originally contracted amount.
Cancellations are required at least sixty (60) days in advance of your event. Your deposit will be returned to you minus a $300 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within sixty (60) days of your event will result in the forfeiture of your entire deposit.
Each group is responsible for damages that occur as a result of their activity. Please be responsible and report any damage to the staff person on duty. A walk through inspection will be performed by our staff following your departure. God has blessed us with this facility for our enjoyment, and we are responsible for its care. Groups will be charged an additional $20/hour for cleaning services for facilities which require additional attention from use beyond “normal” wear & tear. Groups will be charged for damages to facilities and equipment based on actual cost of labor, repair, and/or replacement.
The food service area (behind the serving counter) is off-limits to guests unless your group rented that space. The refrigerator located in front of the serving counter is available for guest use, and is so labeled.
A standard weekend retreat includes up to 5 meals. Please select the meals you wish to have served on the Rental Agreement form. Standard meal times are 8:00 am, 12:00 pm, and 5:00 pm unless otherwise arranged in advance.
Kitchen rental for groups wishing to prepare their own food is limited to groups composed of 25 or more paid participants. The rental fee for the kitchen is $100 per day ($200 for a standard weekend retreat). If renting the kitchen, a “person in charge” must be designated to oversee all food preparation, service, and clean-up. This person must meet with one of our staff to review kitchen guidelines prior to kitchen use.
The use of alcohol and non-prescription drugs is strictly prohibited on Joy of Living property at any time. The use of tobacco products of any kind - including electronic tobacco products - is not permitted in any building, but is permitted outside building areas. All remains must be safely disposed of in an appropriate manner. We want to avoid littering of the forest with the remains of smoking. Please help us protect our camp from the devastation of fire. And, please be considerate of those who do not smoke.
All garbage/trash must be placed in bags and deposited in the dumpster prior to your departure. Absolutely no trash is to be left anywhere on the property, including trails, picnic areas, etc.
Engle Hall will be open for your use from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm during your stay. Please make advance arrangements with Joy of Living if the room is needed outside posted hours.
Pursuant to Knox County Health Department Code, under no circumstances may guests sleep overnight in any room not designated for that purpose.
No furniture may be moved or rearranged for any reason, except for folding chairs and tables. This includes beds, mattresses, and game tables in the Lower Level of the Eagle’s Nest. Please do not remove any furniture from any building. Please contact a Joy of Living staff person for exceptions to this policy.
Cell phone coverage at camp is spotty and unreliable. A land-line telephone is available exclusively for emergency use and is located on the counter in the kitchen. This is a business line and guests are asked not to answer this phone when it rings.
Wireless internet service is provided to guests as a courtesy and is not a part of the rental agreement. The presence of a wireless signal is not guaranteed. The wireless signal is most reliable in the Eagle’s Nest with reduction in signal strength as you get further away from that building. The password for the guest wireless will be provided to the group leader.
1. Pets must be current in their vaccinations.
2. Pets are not permitted in the kitchen, indoor or outdoor dining areas, or carpeted rooms. The Game Room is the sole exception to this guideline with the following proviso: pets should be kept off the carpeted portion of the room and off furniture.
3. Pets must be kept on a leash while outside and in a kennel when alone in the cabin.
4. Owners should “curb their pet,” or otherwise clean up after them.
You are responsible for the general first aid needs of your group, and for the transport of any person requiring additional medical assistance. A basic first aid kit is available in the kitchen for your use. When using materials from this kit, please make a written record so that we can replace items. It is advisable to provide an adult with age-appropriate CPR and first-aid certification from a nationally recognized provider.
It is advisable to obtain the following information:
1. Names and addresses of all participants;
2. Emergency contact names and numbers;
3. A listing of allergies or health conditions requiring treatment, restriction, or accommodation;
4. For minors not accompanied by a parent, signed permission to seek emergency treatment.
In the event of a situation that requires medical treatment, an adult should accompany the individual to the Knox Community Hospital Emergency Facility at 1330 Coshocton Ave., Mt. Vernon. It is at least a 30 minute drive from Joy of Living Camp. In case of a more serious incident requiring an emergency squad, call 911.
Please notify a JOY staff person after contacting emergency services. Phone numbers for JOY staff are posted on the side of the refrigerator by the telephone in the kitchen.
Anyone participating in an activity led by JOY staff, such as canoeing, ropes course, horseback riding, etc., must complete a Release Form. This form is included with this packet and may be copied for your use. Please do not return these forms with your agreement. They should be brought with you to camp.
Retreat Policies
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A deposit of $300 is due upon completing this rental agreement which is credited toward the total cost of your event. A confirmation email with your final invoice and other helpful & necessary information will be sent within 24 hours of submitting this form. The balance for your retreat or event is due 30 days prior to your event.
Cancellations are required at least sixty (60) days in advance of your event. Your deposit will be returned to you minus a $300 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within sixty (60) days of your event will result in the forfeiture of your entire deposit. Scroll up to read all the policies.
Accommodation
Total Nights:
#
$
Will you be tent camping on the hill or riverbank? If so, How many tents?
$
Food Service
$
JOL Food Service Options
Total Meals
# snacks
Later, after you submit your reservation, you'll have a chance to customize your meal selections.
Activities
Enter # of participants
Horseback Trail Rides - $30 per person (minimum of 3 people)
Horseback Arena Rides - $15 per person (3 person minimum)
Canoeing down the Mohican River - $15 per person (8 ppl min)
Tubing down the Mohican River - $10 per person (8 ppl min)
Archery - $10 per person (5 person minimum)
Low Ropes/Challenge Course - $10 per person (5 ppl min)
Guided Night Hike - $25 per group
Entry Level Survival Course - $15 per person (5 person minimum)
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Total Price:
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$300 deposit due today
Please fill in all required fields before proceeding.
Notes
Thank you for booking!
You will receive reservation details in your email in just a moment!
Within the next 24 hours, you will be sent an invoice with the $300 reservation fee deducted from the total price. If you made a special request, we will promptly contact you to finalize details.
We will wait 3 days for you to confirm your reservation by paying the remaining deposit. After 3 days, we will unlock those dates to be booked by someone else. If you change your mind, the reservation fee is non-refundable, but can be applied to a future reservation within 1 year.
Next Steps
Reservation Details for Group:
Contact Person
Phone #
Arrival: 10/26/2024
Departure: 10/30/2024
Type of Event: Test
10 Participants
Contact Person: Joy Test
Cabin Selection: Blue Jay
Food Plan: Kitchen Rental
Activities: Arena Rides, Tubing, Challenge Ropes
$2375
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