Bridge to the Future Campaign Update

by Andrea Scofield, Director of Development and Capital Campaign   After six years of dedication to the building campaign, along with a major fire and a global pandemic, Lutherwood is finally filing for the permit to build the Tanager Creek Retreat Lodge!  In 2019, we launched the Bridge to the Future Building Campaign. Initially planned […]

Rhubarb Custard Bars

 by Elliott Pust, Food Service Director Spring is here! Among the many highlights of an Oregon spring is rhubarb, which has beautiful crimson stalks and a delicious tart flavor. Here is Camp Lutherwood’s favorite rhubarb recipe that we think you will enjoy! Happy baking!   Shortbread Crust:-2 cups flour -1/3 cup sugar -1 cup salted butter […]

Learn more about this summer’s theme: Beyond!

Our theme this summer is Beyond! Join us for a summer of exploring how God’s love for us is beyond measure! Through our group challenge course, rock-climbing wall, and archery explore the growth that happens when we push beyond our comfort zone. Experience the depth of community that can be built beyond borders. Each day […]

Staff Housing Updates Made Possible Thanks to the Gray Family Foundation

by Robin Eisenbach, Executive Director The Gray Family Foundation has been an important and generous partner to us for many years. With their mission to engage people in Oregon as active stewards of our communities and natural environments, there is deep alignment and shared values between our two organizations. We are incredibly thankful and proud […]

Planting New Seeds

For over 65 years, Camp Lutherwood Oregon has been welcoming campers, families, church groups, and more to come laugh, reflect, and experience God’s creation. Every moment, we are grateful for those who have crossed our bridge and are continuously thinking of ways to make camp even better. This spring, we have felt very inspired by the […]

Brand Refresh Coming Soon!

New Lutherwood Logo with text, "Where we pause to hear the call."

by Robin Eisenbach,Executive Director Please join us in thanking our Brand-Refresh Committee (Katie, Janette, Joel, Evan and GSB, Andrea, and Kathleen) for their many hours of work, for their creativity, and for their boldness. They have designed new imagery and a logo that will help us both to tell our story and to stand out […]

From the Director: May 2025

Executive Director Robin Eisenbach

Dear Friends, As I reflect on spending my first quarter as Camp Lutherwood Oregon’s Executive Director, I am filled with both gratitude and humility. When there are pauses in the rain, I am able to take a break from computer-work and sit by our creek and soak up the wonder of the natural environment that […]

The Inaugural Season of Branches Outdoor School

A camper practicing archery

by Marco Longoria, Outdoor School Director Branches Outdoor School is excited to have kids arrive at camp in the coming weeks and make our way through our first season as a program provider! We have a great team that just finished training and are ready to lead students around camp through an ecological adventure. They […]

New Staff for Summer 2025

New staff members Josiah and Steven

Welcoming New Faces to Camp Lutherwood Oregon We’re excited to share that Camp Lutherwood Oregon is growing—and so is our incredible team! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to two new staff members whose experience, passion, and unique journeys will greatly enrich our camp community. Steven Joinson – Director of Programs Steven brings […]

Spring Work Day: Help Us Get Camp Ready for Summer!

Two boys hauling supplies at work day

Summer may still be weeks away, but we’re already preparing the grounds for campers to arrive—and we could use your help! Join us on Saturday, June 7, 2025, for our annual Spring Work Day at Camp Lutherwood Oregon. Bring your gloves, your energy, and maybe a few friends! You’ll help clear trails, tidy up outdoor […]