Media Information

Cell reception, Emergency calls, Wi-Fi, Video Projection, T.V, & MP3 - FAQs

Q: Can I get cell phone reception?
A: No. We are out of cell range. If you need to make a call you are welcome to use the phone in our front office. We leave it unlocked at all times and we have unlimited long distance so there is no need to pay for calls.

Emergency calls
Q: What number can I give family members if they need to contact me while at CRC?
A: 503-873-6743 rings in the Main Lodge front office and in our kitchen. This is the best number for them to call from 6 am to 8 pm.

Q: Is there a number for serious emergencies before and after those hours?
A: Yes. 503-873-7743 rings at Tim and Julie Hansen's home; CRC’s Directors. If a family member needs to contact you for a true emergency in the middle of the night they can call this number. If we do not answer it, just call again until you wake us. Calls go to voice mail after 5-6 rings. If you anticipate a potential need to be contacted in the middle of the night, please communicate ahead of time to your family the name of your group, the name of your building and the location and name of your room so that we do not have to wake the entire camp to find you.

Q: What if I need to make a 911 or other emergency call from CRC in the middle of the night?
A: The phone in the Main Lodge kitchen, the Office and at the Lamppost Bookstore are always available.

Wi-Fi

Q: Do you have Wi-Fi?
A: No, not really. A "Ministry Critical" password protected connection is available in the Main Lodge dining room. If you need to access the internet for something directly related to your retreat we are happy to give you the password. Otherwise we encourage our guests to avoid the internet during their stay.

Video and Movie Projection, T.V, DVD, etc.

Q: Do you have TV’s and DVD players?
A: Yes. Heritage, Good Shepherd, the Rotunda and the Prayer Chapel all have large TV’s with HDMI cord hookups and a DVD player (if requested). Please note: We do not have network or cable TV reception.

Q: Do you have a Blue Ray Player?
A: Sorry, we do not. You will need to bring your own.

Q: Do you have a way to display information from my laptop/device for the entire group to see?
A: Yes, we have a large TV in most buildings that you can connect to through our HDMI cord. Perfect for lyrics for worship times, speakers’ slides for their talk or even a prerecorded message or video.

Q: What kind of cord do I need?
A: We have an HDMI cord provided if your device connects using a different cord please bring your own adapter.

Please feel free to contact the Registrar with any specific questions regarding media and sound equipment.