Carol Joy Holling Camp, Conference & Retreat Cente

Carol Joy Holling Camp, Conference & Retreat Center provides a distinctive setting for meetings, retreats, conferences and group programmes in the countryside near Ashland, Nebraska. Operated by Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, the centre combines practical event facilities with comfortable accommodation, hospitality and extensive outdoor space.

Organisers can choose from a range of indoor venues for smaller meetings, workshops, training sessions and larger gatherings. Facilities include the Swanson Retreat Center, Sjogren Center, Hazel Dillon Lodge, Town Hall, Hotel Theodore and several additional group spaces. Capacities range from intimate boardroom arrangements to larger events of around 500 people, making the site suitable for corporate groups, churches, charities, educational organisations and family or social gatherings.

Overnight accommodation is available in hotel-style rooms, lodges, retreat houses, cabins, yurts and camping areas. This allows organisers to create multi-day programmes with meetings, meals, activities and accommodation all on one site. Food service is available through the centre, with buffet meals, packed lunches and cookouts arranged for groups. Dietary requirements can also be discussed in advance.

The 300-plus-acre setting offers a wide choice of activities to complement an event. Organisers can book guided team-building sessions, high ropes courses, zip lines, climbing activities and outdoor education. Walking trails, natural landscapes, water-based activities and campfire areas provide further options for informal networking and group recreation. With room set-up, AV equipment, Wi-Fi, on-site transport and dedicated hospitality support available, Carol Joy Holling offers an adaptable venue for focused meetings, residential retreats and memorable group experiences.