Facilities
Meramec Wilderness Learning Center
Activities
Rates

Facilities

• School in the Wilderness Site — semi-primitive camping area with a base camp and 7 campsites.  Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring.  Water and Latrine facilities are available.
• Backcountry Campsites — Primitive camp sites located throughout the 1,200-acre property for groups of varying sizes.  Each has a designated tenting area and fire ring.
• River Access — more than three miles of riverfront on the Meramec River, the Meramec Adventure Learning Ranch has four established access points on property as well as many more use agreements for canoe/kayak access off-site.
• Challenge Course — extensive team initiative and low challenge course situated in the adventure area of the ranch
• High-Challenge Course — one of the most extensive high courses in the Midwest.  Includes multiple activity options and choices, dual 800’ zip lines, power pole, giant swing and vertical playpen.
• Barn and Equine Facility — barn and riding corrals for the ranch’s 40-horse herd.
• Bonfire and Council Rings — A stone bonfire ring is located adjacent to the Learning Center for programs.  A large council fire ring with bench seating is located near the School in the Wilderness Site.
• Hiking Trails — expanding network of hiking, horseback riding, and biking trails winding throughout the property.
• Land Navigation Courses — Extensive network of land navigation courses throughout the 1,200-acre property.
• Primitive Camping – drive-in and walk-in primitive campsites are available for those people wanting a more rustic or challenging experience. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. Latrine facilities and water are readily available. Any needed camping equipment may be rented from the MWLR upon request.
• Lake and Waterfront — Brand new lake complete with countless recreational activities including canoeing, kayaking, rope swings, the Blob, water ziplines, fishing, and more

Meramec Adventure Learning Center
The Meramec Adventure Learning Center offers a variety of lodging and conference room options. The options range from primitive/rustic accommodations to spacious new facilities with modern amenities. The Learning Center accommodates up to 200 individuals in a central lodge with two-story stone fireplace and kitchenette; includes huge wrap-around deck and bunk-room for more activity space.

The Learning Center dining hall accommodates up to 50 individuals in a dining hall setting with commercial kitchen; includeshuge wrap-around deck for more activity space.

The Learning Center has bunks for up to 30 people plus five staff bunks, modern plumbing, showers, electric and air conditioning.

Need more room? Inquire about alternate youth group sleeping arrangements in the Learning Center for up to 75 people. brett.bailey@bgtm.org

Activities

• low and high challenge courses and team initiatives
• 800-foot and 350-foot zip lines
• lake and stream ecology
• plant and animal identification, procurement and uses
• horsemanship and trail rides
• primitive skills
• canoeing
• water rescue skills
• wilderness first aid
• land navigation/backcountry navigation
• fishing
• rappelling/climbing instruction
• pioneering/lashing (construction with ropes and logs)
• campfire cooking
• backpacking
• astronomy
• hiking trails
• conservation classes
• single track mountain bike course
• trail development and maintenance
• cottage-tailored trips available
• individual and small group interventions
• off-site expeditions are also available

Rates
Please contact Meramec Adventure Learning Ranch staff at (573) 775-5513 or click here for pricing.