NAME: Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center

LOCATION: Bangor, PA (southern edge of Poconos)

TRAVEL TIME FROM CENTER CITY PHILADELPHIA: 1.5 hours (85 miles)

AFFILIATION: non-denominational Christian ecumenical non-profit

AVAILABILITY: year round

CAN ACCOMMODATE GROUP SIZES: 10-96

ACCOMMODATIONS: Four independent group facilities that can house 16-27 people each. Double rooms, two twin beds in each, sinks in bedrooms, shared bathrooms and showers.

KITCHEN: food service available or bring in catered

KASHRUT: not kosher, doesn't serve red meat, comfortable with vegetarian option.

FACILITIES: 250 acres, meeting room for 100, gardens, natural amphitheater, break out rooms.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Small mountain lake, large hiking trail system, volleyball, ping pong, horseshoes. Nearby canoe rentals and Pocono attractions.

INDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Large screened-in porch

COST PER PERSON: non-profit rate without meals $48/night, with meals $76/night. Towel/Linen charge $5/person. Deposits required. Youth groups receive 10% discount. Children 5 and under, no charge, 6-10 without meals $23/night, with meals $37/night.

CONTACT: Janet Lewis, registrar 610-588-1793