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Testimonials

Ridge Haven hosts thousands of guests and campers each year. Here is a sampling of what some of our recent visitors had to say:

“Our family's visit to Ridge Haven late this past summer was an incredibly happy surprise and delight. Keep in mind that when I say 'our family,' I'm referring to 12 adults and 16 grandchildren — and that we pretty much spanned four generations. For all of us across that spectrum, the setting, the facilities, the recreational opportunities, the thoughtful staff, and everything about our visit prompted us all to say: 'We'd come back here in a heartbeat!'”
- Joel Belz, Founder of WORLD Magazine

 

 

 

 

 

Conferences

  • "I want to express my gratitude...to the staff at Ridge Haven for an outstanding weekend during the YOWAW Conference!!! It was a true blessing to be part of something so used of the Lord. Every aspect of the conference was terrific. The staff was helpful and eager to help in any way possible. Ridge Haven has never looked better and the staff is skilled, kind and enthusiastic.” - Rev. Dean Conkel, Dayspring Presbyterian Church
  • “I greatly enjoyed my time at Ridge Haven for YoWAW! Thanks so much!” - Peter L.
  • "Really loved the new additions at the lake: lily pads, slide, kayaks and tubes, etc." - Burnham family
  • "So appreciate the counselors and their commitment to the kids. Our kids said the speaker was great. The food was really great...what a treat!" - MTW family
  • "I can't say enough about how impressive and wonderful were both the counselors/staff, and the chef/food. The kids serving as counselors and food staff were amazing -- friendly, efficient, meeting all our needs! They were creative leading evening activities and worked well with people of all ages. The chef is amazing -- do everything you can to keep her!" - Susan N.
  • "We felt so loved and served by everyone at Ridge Haven. We loved seeing the teen staff love our children. We were really impressed by each person. Really can't say enough about the love of God we felt through the people here. Praise God from whom all blessings flow." Mills family
  • "Can't say enough about the awesome staff and teenage counselors. They were incredible -- kind, courteous, hard-working. I was so impressed." - Conference attendee
  • "The improvements to the already good facilities are tremendous. The churches need to know!" - Sexton family
  • "We're very impressed!" - Matlack family
  • "At last, my first opportunity to visit Ridge Haven, with memories when PCA got this land. It has and is meeting those initial goals. I will recommend Ridge Haven." - Marty B.
  • "It seems nice to see some new things made or added since our last visit in 2009. Thank you for making our time so enjoyable!" - Taylor family
  • "Enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you!" - Bob and Shirley W.
  • “We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Ridge Haven for the family conference...I've been spreading the word about how much fun we all had that week and how enriching the time was for our entire family. A huge thank you to the staff, especially the wonderful counselors (a few of you still get a shout out almost every day!)" - Emma M.
  • "The week at Ridge Haven was awesome!" - The Cains
  • "I had a wonderful time being refreshed in God’s Word, God’s creation, and your ‘servant’s heart’.” - Ken A.
  • “Your service to us, I believe has honored the Lord. Your love for the Lord shines.” - Movene F.
  • “A time of spiritual enrichment and refreshment…in a wonderful atmosphere of God’s creation and staff.” - Henry V.
  • “I have never seen so many individuals that operated on the biblical principle of our Lord: ‘I have come to serve and not be served’.” - Carol V.
  • “We were treated like royalty!” - Betty N.
  • “The people we meet and the speakers are always excellent.” - Keenagers guest
  • “I attend numerous retreats. This is the best!” - Keenagers guest
  • “Good teaching and fellowship.” - Dean D.
  • “It’s a time to enjoy the fall season in a setting that allows for personal spiritual growth and reflection. I love the outdoors and the hikes.” - Keenagers guest
  • “PCA fellowship in great accommodations.” - Buck & Donna G.
  • “My family and I had a wonderful time at the Family Conference... Great activities, worship…teaching…food and fellowship, hikes and views, etc. I got to the point where I thought ‘if I think it, someone on staff will try to make it happen!’ I felt pampered and spoiled!” - Lynne S.
  • “Wonderful place, great staff!” - Robyn A.
  • “I met my wife there.” - Earl F.
  • "Love the 'Keenagers'!" - Toni N.

Retreats

  • "For 12 years we have held an annual men’s adventure trip. We have been to several locations during that time but without a doubt Ridge Haven is the most accommodating and fun loving experience that we have had. The challenge events and opportunities provided for our men to push themselves were more than we anticipated. The entire staff exhibits true servant’s hearts and not only provided exceptional care and preparation but was always flexible and able to meet our requests. If our ministry’s vision did not include taking our men to different venues each year we would be at Ridge Haven every year. You guys are the best and we look forward to our next trip with you. We know we won’t be disappointed." - Jeff Smith, Administrator, Willow Creek Church
  • "Northgate Presbyterian Church Youth Group had a great time at the Winter Retreat! Thank you for making it warm and cozy for us! :)" - Lynne S.
  • "[We] had a great time at Ridge Haven Conference and Retreat Center for our family vacation." - Tommy P.
  • "Thank you for a great time this weekend. [The staff members] were so nice. We really enjoyed our time. (Shannon Forest Pres)" - Bonnie S.
  • "FCC of Jonesboro just had the most amazing time at a retreat here!... The students and the staff have a fire burning for Christ because of the bonding we had and your great ministry to teens. Thanks for letting us bring our group there!" - David H.
  • "Enjoyed our stay! Thank you!" - Leverett family
  • “We loved our experience!” - Campus Outreach
  • “…Such a beautiful setting for us to be able to spend time with family!” - Rapier family
  • “Our weekend experience at Ridge Haven was outstanding. The facility was well-maintained, and after coming here for over 30 years we have never had a better response from the Ridge Haven staff.” - Trinity PCA
  • “How blessed [the] PCA is to have this wonderful facility.” - Retreat guest
  • “It has been a wonderful week! [The] crew have treated us like royalty, overfed us well, and provided everything we could ask for this week.” - David W.
  • “I miss Ridge Haven sooo much…ahhh what a great serene place.” - Kaitlin F.
  • “Thanks for a great week. Look forward to seeing you next year.” - Joe M.
  • “You’ll have a great time. And the staff will act like you are the greatest thing since…sliced bread.” - Marty D.

Camps

  • "From the Students of Grace Community Church - Thanks for the great Winter Camp! The great memories are abundant and the life lessons unforgettable!" - Harrison S.
  • "Thank you to everyone at Ridge Haven! We had a wonderful time at Family camp." - Picton family
  • "My daughter arrives Monday for her very first week. I went ten summers and I met God there for the first time. I think I'm more excited about her going then she is but that's just because she doesn't know what a life changing place she's in for!" - Virginia K.
  • "My daughter...had a really great experience, thanks!" - Richard S.
  • “Thank you, Ridge Haven, for an amazing week at Family Camp!” - Tricia A.
  • "Thanks Ridge Haven for a wonderful Group Service Camp week." - Gaye M.
  • "I love Ridge Haven and have always felt so inspired by my counselors..." - Emerald F.
  • "I can't wait to come back!! This will be my 5th time! I love Ridge Haven so much! And I cannot wait to go to Jr. High GAW this summer! I am counting down the days!" - Rebecca M.
  • “I think every kid should go to Ridge Haven. First you would learn about GOD... Second, you would have lots of fun!... You would get to go tubing down a river…go in a mud pit, rock climbing, and swimming every day. You would have the best summer of your life!” – Junior Camper
  • "...Losing my dad has been tough and the camp I went to made me strong through a really hard time. Helping others who were experiencing the same feeling of loss made me feel stronger. Finding God in it all made me the strongest." - Brave Heart camper
  • “For me, Ridge Haven brought the gospel to life. It served to elevate my faith from being routine to being real, from being inconsequential to being life-changing.” - Zach T.
  • “Ridge Haven is a place of peace; it's a microcosm of true community among believers that is rare. When at RH, I feel that I am completely free to be myself and gain comfort in the freedom of Christ and the beauty of His creation.” - Abigail L.
  • "All of my kids have attended camp and loved it!!" - Jeannie L.
  • “Our pick for best Christian camp!” - Drew J.
  • “RIDGE HAVEN IS AMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAZING!” - Regan H.
  • “The best place ever!” - Shannon F.
  • “The great adventure week event…was awesome.” - Dustin S.
  • “I just got back from RH like 3 hours ago and had the best week EVER!!” - Hannah W.
  • “Ridge Haven -- so much fun.” - Micki W.
  • “The gang from Trinity Presbyterian always had a blast when we went.” - Jolene C.
  • “I love this place!” - Elizabeth P.
  • “Ridge Haven was amazing once again!!!!” - Nick B.
  • “O my goodness! I love you Ridge Haven!!!” - Mary V.
  • “I was a camper during the summer of 2006. Awesome time.” - Alex F.