Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center

Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center is a year-round camping and retreat facility located on the Rock River near Oregon, IL. Stronghold is owned by Blackhawk Presbytery and is operated as a ministry of the presbytery. For detailed information about programs and facilities and to register for summer camps and other events, go to the Stronghold website: www.strongholdcenter.org.

NEW! 2013 Stronghold Quilt Auction

Saturday, October 5, 2013 (Same weekend as Olde English Faire!)

Quilt Preview 10:00am – 12:00pm

Live Auction 1:00pm

GREATLY NEEDED: Bidders for quilts. If you know anyone who appreciates the hard work that goes into making a nice quilt, invite them to attend the auction to bid on a quilt and more importantly to support Stronghold. Quilts make a great birthday or Christmas gift for someone you love. And enjoy the Olde English Faire while you're here.

Download Flier Here

Download Quilt Donation Form Here

For more information, contact Thelma Busker, Quilt Auction Coordinator, at 815-871-1656 or tkbusker@comcast.net.

Proceeds will benefit castle and camp improvement projects.

Stronghold Jubilee Celebration August 3, 2013

Stronghold celebrates its 50th Anniversary in 2013! Join us on Saturday, August 3 for an all-day birthday party for all ages. The merriment begins at 10 a.m. and continues until 4:30 p.m. Overnight accomodations (from camping to fully-equipped rooms) are also available by contacting Stronghold Reservations at 815.732.6111, ext. 613.