Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC)
2710 South Country Club Road, Woodstock, IL 60098
Hiking & Trails
Encompassed in 100 acres of lush greenery, Loyola University Retreat and Ecology Campus provides a serene setting for overnight retreats, meetings, team building, classes, and private/community events.
Open year-round, the campus can accommodate groups of 12-200 guests. Facility highlights include one of the largest challenge courses in the state, culinary team building, farm workshops, comfortable housing/meeting spaces, sustainable dining options, a fire pit, basketball/ tennis courts, and hiking trails. Loyola is committed to maintaining the biodiversity of the campus and encourages sustainability, conservation, and restoration efforts. Programs focus on building communication, goal-setting, problem-solving and leadership skills. An outdoor challenge course includes a three-sided climbing tower, two high-rope courses, a zip line and 15 rope elements. A culinary teambuilding program in the demonstration kitchen is followed by a farm-to-table meal.
What's happening nearby...
Autumn Drive
Rural Woodstock & Marengo • Oct 17 – Oct 19 @ 9AM
Experience rural Woodstock this fall! Local farms offer pumpkins, honey, and fresh produce. Enjoy tractor rides, petting zoos, and pick-your-own apples. Explore craft fairs, antiques, and…
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Witches and Wizards of Woodstock
Woodstock Square • Oct 19 @ 12noon
Step into a world of magic at Witches & Wizards of Woodstock! Enjoy live entertainment, trivia, Quidditch, scavenger hunts, crafts, shopping, photo ops, and more. Fun…
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Woodstock Groundhog Days
Woodstock, IL • Jan 30 – Feb 02 @ 5PM
Woodstock Groundhog Days is a lively festival honoring the classic film Groundhog Day, shot in Woodstock, Illinois. Celebrate with movie fans, celebrity guests, and nostalgic events…
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