OUR MISSION
To build a community of belonging, safety, discovery, spiritual growth, and unconditional love in a beautiful and natural setting by way of a faith-based summer camp for children and youth, an outdoor education center for school groups, and a conference center for gatherings and retreats of all types.
THE STORY OF CAMP MIKELL
The Mikell Camp and Conference Center was established in 1941 by the Right Reverend Henry Judah Mikell, Bishop of Atlanta, as a setting for Christian education and recreation for young people.
Over the years, it has developed into a year-round conference center serving people of all ages in the Diocese and its parishes, as well as other groups whose purposes complement our mission.
People come away to Mikell to breathe the country air, to meet in a quiet setting, to plan, to pray, to walk in the woods, to revitalize and renew friendships and working relationships. On a personal level, it’s a setting where you can gain awareness of yourself, your place in the universe, and the radiance of God.
Our facilities have a 240 bed capacity. With 79 beds being in semi-private rooms and 164 beds in the dorms. Towels and linens are provided in the semi-private rooms. Guests need to bring their own towels and bed linens when staying in the dormitories. We also offer large and small meeting areas.
Mikell is known for its great country cooking, with an emphasis on a healthy balance of offerings including vegetarian options. Many of our weekend guests especially look forward to the homemade bread!
Since 1993, the Blue Ridge Outdoor Education Center, a program of Mikell, has offered hands-on environmental education for school classes, church groups and others.
Mikell boasts beautiful creeks and trails, a swimming pool, volleyball court, brand new art shack and nature center. In addition, we have a wonderful Chapel for worship and meditation.
We have supplies available for Holy Eucharist in the Mikell Chapel.
STAFF
Becca Frowine
Blue Ridge Director
Jennifer Carson
Housekeeping
Lane Wooten
Maintenance
ACCREDITATION
American Camp Association
The American Camp Association is a community of camp professionals who, for over 100 years, have joined together to share their knowledge and experience and to ensure the quality of camp programs.
American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. Camps and ACA form a partnership that promotes growth and fun in an environment committed to safety.
