It Was Kinda a Long Shot
Brother I. Damian Brown, FSC, dreamed of students having access to retreats. As the president of Cretin High School in the 1940s, he believed a …
Nestled in the Rosella Garden
With the end of winter, gardens are in full bloom. Sprinklers jet out water, seeds snuggle beneath the earth, and brilliant colors cover flowerbeds. Whether …
Happiest In a Tree
a My Dunrovin Story, by Anna Rose Meeds Some of my first memories contain trees. I have been climbing them since I was under five. …
Coming Alongside Each Other
Our summer program staff have arrived at Dunrovin and are preparing to welcome summer campers and DLITErs (DLITE = Dunrovin Leadership Intensive Training Experience is …
Decoding Dunrovin’s Youth Programs
As winter melts away, God’s beauty in creation is revealed this spring. We are filled with joy and awe as we watch the seasons change. …
A Legacy of Generosity from the Hadrath Family
Charles “Chip” Hooley, Dunrovin’s Board of Directors chair since 2017, appreciates the history and vision of Dunrovin because of his family’s legacy. His grandparents, Rueben …
Taking “Time to Slow Down and Step Back:” Celebrating Mark Syman and His Impact on Dunrovin
As a retreat center, a focus of Dunrovin has always been nurturing and empowering youth. The center was purchased and founded to serve Lasallian schools …
Simple Ways to Make Your Next Meeting Super Productive
Meetings are an essential part of any business or organization. They’re an easy way to brainstorm, update, ask questions – the list goes on. But …
5 Reasons to Rent a Cabin
Are you in need of a family getaway? Is work burning you out and wearing you down? Is your company looking for a quiet place …
4 Benefits of Business Retreats
Does your strategy team need somewhere to plan their next big move? Are you looking to have an intensive training session or a focused …
4 Tips for Successful Business Retreats
Whether your company needs a getaway for team building or brainstorming a new project, a business retreat is a great opportunity to be productive and …
More than Leading Camp: Dunrovin’s Effect on Counselors
Six years ago, Teresa Kostohris spent one week at Dunrovin Retreat Center. It was the inaugural year of the now well-established leadership program run …
Three hidden gems to visit near Dunrovin
Dunrovin Retreat Center, located on the St. Croix River in the small town of Marine-on-the-St. Croix, is certainly a destination for escape and exploration. Whether …
Leadership by Example: Changing lives and developing valuable skills
Youth attending Dunrovin Retreat Center’s programs are challenged with difficult physical tasks every day, from scaling a 20-foot wall to completing a trust fall. For …
Why is teambuilding an important part of leadership?
At DLITE (Dunrovin Leadership Institute and Team-Building Experience), youth learn not only how to be leaders but also how to work as a team. According …
How one weekend retreat can transform a life
When Mary Howard was in the eighth grade, she went on a retreat at Dunrovin Retreat Center. Jim Franzen was her youth minister at the …
Reaffirming community ties with Benilde-St. Margaret’s School
Dunrovin has been connected to local high schools for decades. In fact, it was founded by several Lasallian schools in 1963. Its ties to area …
Experience summer camp at our open house
If you have ever attended the Sunset Dinner Cruise or donated to Dunrovin, you know youth programs are a main focus. We raise funds year around to …
What is servant leadership?
“So often leadership is about ego,” says Dunrovin Executive Director Jerome Meeds. “But servant leadership is about getting ourselves out of the way.” Learning to …
Cabin rentals: 10 great reasons for a personal retreat this summer
With summer approaching, you may be longing for a relaxing vacation. Hectic rush hour commutes and long days at work can get you thinking about the …