Lodging

Each of our carpeted living centers are divided into 10 sleeping quarters which can accomadate up to 4-6 with a private restroom and shower. Both centers are handicap accessible and have a large gathering room with fireplace, piano, and TV/VCR. The kitchenette may be used for snack preparation and storage. (Linens/towels available at extra charge.)

RV units and campers may hook up to electricity and water at one of our 12 concrete pads, with sewage disposal at a central dump station.

A two-bedroom mobile home can be used for individual or family retreats or for speaker accomodations.

Meeting Place and Meals

The dining facility serves as a multi-purpose room with stage and sound system for conferences. It includes a beverage bar, cold drink machine and pay phone, with ping pong tables also available. Meals are prepared in our commercial kitchen by a trained and certified staff and served in the dining facility. Types of meals can vary (groups may suggest menus), with overall emphasis upon Southwest cooking using low-fat and low-sodium recipes when possible. We strive to be sensitive to individual diets with a variety of meal selections to provide adequate nourishment for each person.

Programming

Normally, each group is in charge of its own programs. However, the Center can assist in the following ways:

• Arrange group transportation to guided tours of Carlsbad Caverns, Living Desert State Park, Guadalupe Mountains, or potash mines
• Arrange local fishing/hunting trips, hot air balloon tours, or wild caving expeditions
• Secure speakers on a variety of subjects such as the desert environment, caves and caving, birds, history of the area, native or Hispanic culture
• Arrange for entertainment such as square dancing, line dancing, folklorico dancers, a disc jockey to provide music tailored to your needs.

Recreation

In addition to being near tourist attractions, we provide the following at the Center:

• Swimming pool and separate sports pool
• Hot tub
• Canoes and paddleboats (2 miles of navigable river with more if you portage)
• Fishing
• Camping sites
• Nature trails and desert hiking
• Campfire area and outdoor worship site
• Multi-purpose sports area
• Lighted sand volleyball court
• Lighted basketball court
• Horseshoes
• The natural beauty of God's creation
• Many sunny New Mexico days for relaxing as well as clear nights for stargazing

Contact Information:
Telephone 505-785-2361
FAX 505-785-2344
Postal address 1159 Black River Village Road, Carlsbad, NM 88220 
Electronic mail  blackriver@brcl.org

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