Heritage Conference Center

Heritage Conference Center at a Glance. Located on a 2,500 acre tract in the Pennsylvania Laurel Highlands, you just won't find a better meeting value for the money that the Heritage Conference Center.  Groups can meet in a relaxed, invigorating atmosphere, with nature and serenity at the doorstep. Church youth groups, elementary and high school enviromental camps, non-profit organizations, along with numerous religious, educational and health-related groups are among those that frequently enjoy our outstanding facilites and resonable rates.
	Lodging, Meeting Facilites and Food Service -Nine individual homes, plus conference center rooms can accommodate groups of over 200 persons. -The homes, as well as the Pathfinder Lodge are nestled on the wooded shore of the beautiful Lake Courage, a 270-acre lake. -Fully functioing conference center with state-of-the-art A/V equipment for your use. -Groups may choose wholesome meals prepared and served by our staff, or may prepare their own meals in the homes. -Professional staff is on hand to ensure a quality experience for  your group.
Recreation and activities, on-site and nearby On-site recreational opportunities include basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, softball field, cross-country skiis, snow shoes and toboggans (weather permitting), over nine miles of hiking trails, rowboating and canoing, outpost camping and fishing from the shore of the 270-acre Lake Courage. The Heritage Conference Center is a short drive from many cultural and adventerous attractions, including Nemacolin Woodlands, Laurel Caverns, Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water, Ohiopyle and the Youghigheny River and even dog-sledding, horseback riding and sporting clay opportunities.
	A Scouting legacy, now available to all The Heritage Conference Center has a rich history with the Boy Scouts of America.  The Center was originally the Boy Scouts' Eagle Base, and the first Cub Scout resident camp.  It now hosts a variety of other Scouting activities, including National Camp School, council Parent & Son weekends and Order of the Arrow activities.
The Heritage Conference Center is located just off Route 40 in Farmington, Pa., easily accessible from Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio and the Baltimore/Washington area.
	Additional Information:   Map          Directions   Reservations or information:  Mike Crane                                                  Flag Plaza                                                  1275 Bedford Ave.                                                  Pittsburgh, PA 15219                                                  (412) 325-7921

Heritage Conference Center Services and Prices

Potomac Homes (9 available)	Homes are furnished and heated with three 2-bed bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room with wood stove, dining room and full kitchen.   Each home contains two large meeting roooms or dormitory bedrooms located in the lower level.
	Additional tables and chairs can be set up in the lower level of the houses to provide meeting and classroom space.
Linen Service (If requested)	Linen service includes sheets, pillow, blanket and towel.
Pathfinder Lodge	Pathfinder Lodge provides meeting and recreational space for large groups.  Featuring a glass-walled lounge overlooking Lake Courage, Pathfinder Lodge has a large dining room able to accomidate up to 110 people at a time.  The lounge and dining room are separated by a large, see-through fireplace. Pathfinder Lodge also features a recreational room, complete with billiards, bumper pool and ping pong.  Rooms suitable for break-out sessions are available, and can be set up to accomidate almost any activity.  The lodge also features A/V equipment and other conference and training equipment per your request (see below for prices and availability).
Pathfinder Bedrooms	Also inside Pathfinder Lodge are four bedrooms, sleeping three per room.  These rooms come with full bathroom and shower facilties.  Linen service is available, please see above for details and pricing.
A/V Equipment	TV, VCR, DVD player Overhead projector* PowerPoint* *screens included
Food Service	Food service is provided in the Pathfinder dining area and prepared and served by our staff.  Menus may be tailored to your group, details may be obtained when requesting more information. We offer breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and snacks, as well as coffee and drinks during meals or at all times. Cost will depend on our length of stay and and special food requests, but generally are around the $6 per plate range.  Please call for more information.
Semiconon Shelter and outdoor campfire facilities	The Semiconon shelter provides an outdoor pavilion complete with a campfire ring and picnic tables, perfect for outdoor programs.  Other campfire areas are available when multiple groups are in camp at the same time. Want to make it a cook-out? We can provide a grill and charcoal
Campsite Area	Tent camping areas feature latrines, water and program shelters (no shower facilities).
Winter Sports	Cross country skiis, including boots and poles, ice skates, snow shoes and toboggans (must remain on property and weather permitting)
Athletic Facilities	Softball field Basketball courts Sand volleyball court Beach volleyball (Please call in advance for set-up) Tennis courts Use of athletic facilities is free for groups using the Heritage Conference Center
Boating Opportunities	Rowboats (with oars) and Canoes (with paddles) may be rented to be used on the 270-acre Lake Courage. Qualified supervision is required and details may be obtained when requesting more information.
Duty to God Chapel	A beautiful and inspiring all-faith chapel is available for outdoor meditation and worship to all Heritage Conference Center guests.  Contact Ranger for directions upon arrival.
Hiking Trails	Over nine miles of hiking trails wind through the woods around Lake Courage.  Ask a Ranger for a map, but do not hike after sunset.