Anniversary

Fowler Milestones

1953

Albany Synod decides to purchase property for a camp


1954

Property purchased from Olmstead Lumber Company

First summer conference held on July 12-19. Summer theme was "Christ for All of Life"

Suits Hall and Pine Lodge completed


1957

Snyder cabin and most cabins in the girl's area built


1959-60

Chapel-by-the-Lake constructed


1964

Chi Rho House built


1971

First "Outcamp" trip held


1972

Campsites opened and shower house built


1973

Pine Lodge expanded and winterized


1977

Beach and field expanded


1988

Shower houses built in cabin areas


1989

Maintenance Center and ARC built


1990

Chi Rho House expanded


1991

Fowler Camp & Conference Center rededicated


1995

Pine Lodge renovated and expanded for a second time


2000

Troost Lodge built on foundation of original manager's house


2002

Master Planning Committee called together


2003

Master Plan Affirmed on Columbus Day with the start of the 50 th Anniversary Ceremonies.
July 11: Re-Creation Celebration
August: First Alumni Week
September 6: Re-Dedication Worship


2004

Fund Drive to Implement Master Plan begins!