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Tippy is a beautiful setting in the land of the lakes of northeastern Indiana. Nestled in the woods and bordered by Little Lake Tippy , the camp offers a beautiful view of God’s creation in a setting that everyone can enjoy. 

Tippy’s Lake offers a beautiful setting for early morning devotions as the sun rises and also evening campfires on the beach. The lake also offers a place for assorted water sport activities for campers and/or user groups to enjoy. We have a swimming area and a area designed for paddleboats, rowboats, and canoes. Also available is a water sled to enjoy, pulled by our deck boat and a small pontoon boat for rides around the lake and transportation to the nature reserve across the lake. We have a lagoon for fishing and a beach for sunning, building sand castles, and playing beach volleyball. Across the lake we have a large nature reserve with a natural wet land available to explore (June 1-Oct. 1). All water front activities require certified Lifeguards on duty in accordance with Red Cross swimmer ratios. We also have challenge initiative activities available (led by staff) for your enjoyment. 

The Floyd Smith Chapel, (June 1– Nov 1) is a rustic beautiful log chapel and will seat 220 for services. The atmosphere is full of character  and tradition, hundreds and hundreds have come to a better knowledge of Christ here. The Chapel has a prayer room and another room for small group meetings. The chapel is equipped with PA and audio visual capabilities.

The Hammond Chapel is an open-air A-frame chapel, great for that special service. Also available are 2 additional vesper areas. There is a prayer trail to walk in the woods, and lots of nature to study by the stream. There is a large basketball court for round ball enthusiasts, a paved surface for those hardcore volleyball players, and tetherball and horseshoe areas. We also have a large open area near the beach and a ball field for activities such as softball, soccer, or other larger group games or lying out and gazing up at the star-filled skies at night.

We have 18 rustic cabins for summer use available June 1st – Oct 15th), each cabin sleeps eight persons with built-in bunks. Each cabin is equipped with restroom facilities, and shelves for storage of your personal items. Each of the two cabin areas has a central shower house (six shower per cabin area) shower units are also equipped with restrooms.

The Lodge is a large year-round facility that will sleep 50. The sleeping areas are divided into two dorm rooms. Each dorm is equipped with restrooms and showers. For your dining needs (food service is available or you may provide your own) we have a large fully equipped kitchen with microwave and dishwasher. The lodge has a spacious meeting room with a large stone fireplace and comfortable furniture. This room can be used for dining, meetings, playing games, or just sitting around relaxing and visiting with friends.

Kline Cottage is a winterized retreat facility for small groups. Kline Cottage will sleep 10 to 12 persons with restrooms and showers. Kline Cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and lounge for relaxing or meetings. The cottage is great for pastor getaways, small groups, family vacations, Deacons’ retreats, or small meetings. This unit is available September through May, as it serves as the infirmary and staff quarters during summer camp programs. 

Horton Hall is our summer Dining area. Horton Hall is available for use May 1—Nov 1 and will seat 200+ persons for meals, and is a large spacious area for meetings, and or indoor group activities.

Camp Store available (June 1—Sept 1) to buy extra refreshments, camp T-shirts, and souvenirs. 

Activities for you to enjoy. During your stay we have lots of fun and educational experiences for your group to participate in. Some are seasonal but there are plenty to enjoy year around.

Camp Tippy is ACA accredited, and have been long time members of Christian Camping and Conference Association.

If you have any questions about our facilities or how to plan a retreat call 574-834-4184 or email tippy@abc-indian.org we would be glad to help.

 

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Serving children and youth for over 70 years     

E-Mail tippy@abc-indiana.org   Phone 574-834-4184

Ministry of ABC/IN & KY