Recreation

This “classic camp” activity includes safety instruction, tips and practice time. Ages 5+.

This is a special archery time to enjoy a friendly competition and see who can pop the most balloons attached to the archery target. Ages 5+.

Check out a bicycle and explore the Trout Lodge property! Located at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter.)

Bingo is a great activity for all ages, with prizes for the kids!

Stop at the Front Desk for a booklet that will show you some of the birds you may see as you set out on a wildlife expedition along our trails.

The Front Desk stocks a variety of family-friendly board games.

Head over to the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter) for this equipment.

Create a work of art while perfecting your dart throwing skills by popping paint-filled balloons attached to poster paper. As you pop the balloons, multiple-colored paint splatters onto the poster board, creating a one-of-a-kind masterpiece made just by you. Ages 8+.

Head over to the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter) for this equipment.

This is a beginner’s course on how to play a Djembe drum. Ages 5+.

A 30-minute van tour to give you and your family/group an overview of just how expansive and beautiful our property at Trout Lodge and Camp Lakewood is.

You must be at least 16 years old to use or be present in the fitness room. The code required to enter the fitness room is available at the Front Desk.

Frisbees can be obtained at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter.)

GPS Equipment is available for check out at the Front Desk after orientation course has been completed.

Geocaching Orientations are available for you to learn to use a GPS unit so you can try geocaching on your own. You must attend this orientation before you can check out the GPS equipment from the Front Desk. Maximum of 10 participants per session.

This guided tour will teach you about the ancient geological history of Trout Lodge through an exploration of the processes that contribute to this beautiful wooded environment. Maximum of 20 participants per session.

Practice hoops, start a game of dodgeball and use up some energy on a rainy day.

Take a self-guided hike through our property. Hiking maps are available at the Front Desk, and we HIGHLY encourage that you please check out and in with the Front Desk for your safety.

Nature Hikes: This day time one-mile scenic tour of our wooded property winds along our wooded trails.

Night Hikes: Similar to our day time nature hikes, this takes place at night.

Equipment available at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter.)

Trout Lodge is the perfect place to “go fly a kite!” With staff instruction, put together your own Delta kite with a simple kite-making kit, and decorate your kite with colorful markers. Then hope for a breezy day so you can try your kite out. Ages 5+.

We have books! If you can’t finish a book you started, just swap a book you’ve brought with you. Book donations are always greatly appreciated. Located on the third floor of Trout Lodge.

Enjoy kickball? Let’s add a twist! Following all of the standard rules of kickball, instead of bases, full-sized mats are used. As a player advances to a mat, subsequent players may advance to the mat as well, until each one is ready to run to the next base. Must wear closed-toe shoes. This is an evening program activity.

Our 19-hole mini-golf course is located next to the Country Store, with equipment available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Our ping pong table is located on the outdoor back patio (near the back deck) on the first floor. Balls and paddles are available at the Front Desk.

After safety introduction, learn how to use .22 caliber air rifles and try out your skills. Ages 8+. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

After a safety introduction, learn how to use our .22 caliber rifles and try out your skills. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Imagine yourself in Africa when you see dangerous balloon predators. Take aim at our Rifle Range for this fun and exciting balloon animal safari experience. Ages 10+. Children ages 17 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

Build your own rocket with the help of our staff. Once your rocket has been constructed, you’ll have the opportunity to launch your rocket (separate time), however we cannot guarantee your ability to retrieve your rocket afterwards. Children who require one-on-one assistance must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 5+.

What recreational facility would be complete without a volleyball court? Located in front of the mini-golf course and beside the Country Store, get your teams together and pound it out. Don’t worry about diving for the ball – it’s on sand. Volleyballs are located at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter.)

If you love a good scavenger hunt, we have two to choose from, or do both! See the Front Desk for the list, and when you’re done, come back to claim your prize!

Our staff will instruct you how to use, point and shoot a shotgun, then you’ll get a chance to shoot at clay pigeons. We have both adult and youth model shotguns. Ages 12+ and must weigh at least 90 lbs. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum of 10 participants per session. Please allow two hours for this activity.

Equipment is available at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter) and located beside the mini-golf course.

Take your shot at this challenging sportsman’s game. Clay targets will cross in front of you, sometimes two at a time! We recommend beginners start with Shotgun Basics before trying this program. Ages 12+ and must weigh at least 90 lbs. Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum 5 participants per session. Please allow 2 hours for this activity.

Check out balls and racquets at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter.)

See how good your aim is as you take five shots at clay pigeons from each of the five trap stations. Ages 12+ and must weigh at least 90 lbs. Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum of 5 participants per session. Please allow 2 hours for this activity.

Check out washers equipment at the Boathouse (spring/summer/fall) or Hawkins Pavilion (early spring, late fall, winter).