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Mission

Kanuga is a gathering place inviting all people to connect with each other, nature, and the Creator.

Vision

To inspire a more mindful and compassionate world

Core Values

Service
We seek to awaken a world of good by providing programs that transform and nourish the soul for work beyond Kanuga.

Respect
We honor the presence and image of God in every person and offer radical hospitality to all guests while striving for a work environment that supports staff with living wages and quality benefits.

Sustainability
We treasure God’s gift of creation and commit to using and teaching sustainable models that have the least impact on the land and its resources.

Stewardship
We give generously while using our inheritance wisely, utilizing our resources responsibly so that Kanuga is preserved for future generations.

 

Kanuga Blog

Discover what's happening in our mountain valley.
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Michael Sullivan Reflects on 2022 Compass Rose Experience

Belonging Reflections on the 2022 Compass Rose Society Gathering —Michael Sullivan I stood at the west door of Westminster Abbey and stared down the...

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Lakeside Chapel Receives Philanthropic Support

When part of the Lakeside Chapel platform was compromised this spring, Laura and The Rev. Tommy Townsend came to the rescue with a gift to fully resto...

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Kanuga Receives Conservation Grant To Restore Wetlands Habitat

Kanuga’s wetlands are home to an ecosystem containing sensitive flora and fauna, in particular the federally threatened Southern bog turtle, the fed...

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Something For Everyone

Read more about our programming and special events.
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Camp Kanuga
Summer camp for boys and girls, building confidence and friendships since 1931.
Choose your adventure with our exciting camp experiences, including starter camp, residential camp and Trailblazers.
JOIN THE FUN
Mountain Trail Outdoor School
Bring your students to the MTOS outdoor classroom.
Hands-on experiential learning designed to increase awareness and stewardship of our natural environment. Plan a field trip!
EXPLORE MTOS
Experience Kanuga
Absolutely beautiful... but why wouldn't it be? It's Kanuga!!! Best place in the world.
Nanky Tribble
A small corner of heaven right here in NC.
Bonnie Gruetzmacher
Kanuga’s track record of thoughtful environmental stewardship adds credibility and momentum to the board’s aspirations for bold leadership in this field. Kanuga will undoubtedly have a lot to teach us in coming years.
Dr. Mallory McDuff, lecturer at Warren Wilson College, Swannanoa, NC
In our throw-away world, Kanuga is a treasure well worth preserving. We must protect the special feeling of being at Kanuga.
Bryan M. Haltermann, real estate developer, Augusta, GA
My family loves Kanuga! I want my son to have a feeling of exciting reunion as our Guest Period comes closer. The best gift of the experience is the recapturing of a simpler, richer lifestyle when people chat with each other face to face. Thank you for knowing the value of shared time and space and preserving it in this crazy world.
Sarah, camper parent