temple conference center at camp loughridge type children s camp founded 1959 founder first presbyterian church tulsa headquarters 4900 w. 71st st. tulsa ok 74131 key people executive director don skillern services summer day camp ages 7 10 adventure day camp ages 11 13 wedding venue conferences retreats website http www.camploughridge.org the lodge at camp loughridge camp loughridge cl is a non profit non denominational christian camp located in sapulpa oklahoma . encompassing 188 acres the camp serves the greater tulsa area through summer camp programs for children outdoor classroom programs during the school year and year round facility rental for groups and organizations . camp loughridge has multiple indoor and outdoor venues for weddings events and gatherings ; it also provides an outdoor experience for hiking and other activities via miles of trails and multiple activity areas . the camp provides a christian camping experience to more than 1 400 children age 6 13 throughout the tulsa area each summer . the number increases to 2 000 when combined with the children who participate in outdoor education and specialized camps tailored to cancer patients children with autism and those who have mobility issues . camp loughridge s heritage and traditions began in 1959 at the site of the ywca s camp parthenia which was established in 1919 on the west campus . today in addition to tradition campers loughridge also serves economically disadvantaged children through scholarships . for many of these children it is their first experience with a variety of activities such as hiking swimming canoeing archery challenge course and learning about nature . in 2013 tulsa people magazine voted camp loughridge as tulsa s a list winner . contents 1 mission 2 history 3 summer camp programs 4 challenge course 5 outdoor classroom 6 camp loughridge lakes 6.1 lake parthenia 6.2 turtle lake 6.3 beaver lake 7 hille aquatics center 8 weddings and event venues 8.1 kirkland chapel 8.2 david e. and cassie temple conference center 8.3 friendship lodge on lake parthenia 8.4 lakeside sanctuary on turtle lake 8.5 outdoor amphitheater 8.6 gazebo 9 specialty camps 9.1 camp loughridge autism inclusion camp 9.2 camp lo be gon 9.3 healing hearts camp tristesse grief center 9.4 hope s crossing camp 9.5 camp sunshine 9.6 wise foundation 10 references 11 external links mission edit providing a natural environment for christian growth is the mission statement of camp loughridge . the camp was created as a separate entity a 501 c 3 non profit in 1995 aligned with first presbyterian church of tulsa . this was to create a non denominational camp for the broader christian community . camp loughridge s vision is to be a christ centered facility through which life changing transformation takes place . history edit camp loughridge s predecessor the ywca camp parthenia operated on the shores of the largest of three lakes lake parthenia from 1919 1959 . observing the demand for a civic participation among young women anna c. roth founded the tulsa ywca in 1915 . the camp was named after parthenia miller the muscogee creek woman who originally owned the land . when the stock market crashed in 1929 the ywca offered a solution for more than 1 000 unemployed women by offering the facilities and grounds to provide lodging and employment training . once the economy improved camp parthenia was once again a summer camp for girls . the camp loughridge cross in 1959 ywca sold the 40 acres to first presbyterian church and the name was changed to camp loughridge in memory of reverend robert mcgill loughridge a pioneer missionary for the muscogee creek nation . in 1995 camp loughridge was chartered as an oklahoma not for profit corporation . camp loughridge has hosted classic summer day and overnight camps for over 56 years serving youth from 7 13 years old and employing 70 100 youth leaders and mentors each summer . this corporation now maintains and operates the 188 acre camp . 1 camp loughridge 2016 board of directors chair mike dodson tulsa community foundation secretary tyson hiner teksystems treasurer chris rankin bronco manufacturing robert berry grb resources bart boatright red dog construction patty gerstenberger community volunteer honorable kurt glassco tulsa district judge tyson heiner teksystems.inc . kevin larkin alliance coal b.p. loughridge md physician lake parthenia at camp loughridge jeff mcmains waterfield technologies james d. miller ph.d. first presbyterian church tulsa susan stava blackstock & moore attorneys at law clark tingleaf md bailey medical center todd wagner best & sharp inc. emily walton riverfield country day school william taft welch teksystems inc. summer camp programs edit the cornerstone of camp loughridge s programs is summer camp . the camp is divided into two separate age groups . summer day camp is for ages 7 10 and adventure day camp is for ages 11 13 . the average camper to staff ratio is 6 1 for summer day camp and 8 1 for adventure day camp . these groups are further divided by age and gender into camper tribes for their week of fun exploration and transformation . in both camps the children have the opportunity to experience different activities including hiking archery canoeing challenge course arts and crafts sports and swimming . the adventure day camp campers also participate in an overnight campout with bon fires and fun activities . as camp loughridge is a christian ministry campers grow closer to god through bible study chapel and guest speakers songs of worship and mentoring . camp loughridge is a seven week program that reaches to about 2 000 campers including the specialized camps . challenge course edit the rock wall at camp loughridge camp loughridge houses a challenge course that consists of both high and low elements . high elements include two large swings rock wall incline log that extends to mushrooms high wild woozie the three main zip lines and the pamper pole . included in the low elements are an elephant graveyard low wild woozie tp log and various team building games and activities . a professionally trained team of challenge course facilitators runs all of the elements . along with the camp local groups businesses and schools all use the challenge course elements . outdoor classroom edit outdoor classroom is a year round program that aims to provide students with an unconventional academic setting and learning experience . this program gives children hands on experience with science and nature . some activities included are nature hikes specific units of study fields games and crafts . tablet computers are now available to children during the outdoor classroom to encourage them to take pictures and videos of the surrounding nature . during the hike portion of the program children are encouraged to keep an eye out for wildlife . some of the animals that can be found on the 188 acres at camp loughridge are red tailed hawks foxes bobcats deer coyotes rabbits beavers and turtles . camp loughridge lakes edit lake parthenia edit turtle lake at camp loughridge dating back to 1934 lake parthenia is biggest of three lakes at camp loughridge . this man made lake is 70 feet deep and covers 7 surface acres . turtle lake edit turtle lake also known as middle lake is 35 feet deep and covers 5 surface acres . beaver lake edit beaver lake also called north or upper lake is 12 feet deep and covers 3 surface acres . the fish that reside in these lakes include bass blue gill carp and perch . hille aquatics center edit the hille aquatics center located at camp loughridge holds up to 193 swimmers . the swimming pool is wheelchair accessible offering water wheel chairs and a wheel chair ramp to enter the pool . the pool contains two high dives and two low dives along with a connected splash pad . trained lifeguards are on duty during all pool hours to provide instruction and swimming tests every week . hille aquatics center weddings and event venues edit kirkland chapel edit this venue is an a frame chapel overlooking parthenia lake with an outside balcony and a rock staircase leading to the lake . the chapel has an updated bridal & groom room with private restrooms and seats 270 . it is named in honor of dr. kirkland pastor of first presbyterian church from 1957 1963 . david e. and cassie temple conference center edit the temple venue consists of dinner seating for 260 with a dance area . it has a back porch with views of the lake and woods . inside are beautiful vaulted ceilings and a double sided fireplace . catering kitchen a camp loughridge vendor offers onsite catering . friendship lodge on lake parthenia edit the lodge has dinner seating for 125 guests excellent for more intimate receptions . the upstairs has two separate bunkroom areas and restrooms for a total overnight capacity of 44 . outside the lodge is a deck overlooking the pool with beautiful vistas of the main lake . canoeing swimming and camp fires are available lakeside . the lodge serves as a focal point for the trail system that circumnavigates the entire campus . lakeside sanctuary on turtle lake edit this lakeside venue consists of a rustic alter area with wooden bench seating for 300 guests . wedding accouterments are sheer lace draping chandelier and electricity . beaver lake also hosts a fire pit and trail system for events and weddings no electricity . the kirkland chapel at camp loughridge outdoor amphitheater edit the amphitheater accommodates for 300 guests with a view of greenery and the lake . it has built in overhead lighting and stage with electric outlets . gazebo edit the gazebo is 150 square feet making room for up to 50 guests . sheer lace draping chandelier and electric are all available in this venue . specialty camps edit camp loughridge autism inclusion camp edit this christian based program is designed for children who have an autism spectrum disorder and are between the ages of 6 13 . during this summer day camp program the children are given the opportunities to swim hike play team sports craft attend chapel and other fun activities . many activities the children experience are outdoors in an inclusion environment with camp councilors trained to assist autistic children . campers have their own specifically trained camp councilor . camp lo be gon edit this camp is geared towards children with type 1 diabetes and their siblings ages 6 12 . camp lo be gon emphasizes diabetes education and nutrition along with offering fun outdoor activities . some of the activities included are canoeing archery swimming and challenge course . registered nurses trained in diabetes care are on site and each counselor and volunteer have training though a medical director before camp . healing hearts camp tristesse grief center edit parthenia lake at camp loughridge healing hearts camp is provided to reach out to those who are in grief because they have experienced the death of a loved one . during the overnight camp children and teens ages 8 18 can band together with others who are grieving over the loss of loved one s while having a fun camping experience . activities they experience are zip lines canoeing swimming and parties . hope s crossing camp edit hope s crossing is a camp designed children with special needs ages 9 15 . activities include horseback riding zip line swimming archery and canoeing . all of the counselors are high school college and adult volunteers chosen based on their ability desire and values . all campers are assigned to their own counselor . hope s crossing is a separate non profit that uses camp loughrudge facilities . hope s crossing camp is free through generous support by donations . more information can be found at www.hopescrossingcamp.org . camp sunshine edit this is a one day event at camp loughridge that is held for children