VISTA RETREAT CENTER
N3535 Corpus Christi
Campbellsport, WI 53010
Phone: (920) 533-4258
Fax: (920) 533-4703
http:://www.campvista.org
campvista@nconnect.net

About us

The Vista was established in 1961 by the late Rev. Joseph Fischer. 
His vision and goal was to provide a natural setting where people of all socio-economic, cultural and religious backgrounds could enjoy the outdoor environment and learn how to bring Christ's love to others.  Camp Vista continues to operate today in the spirit of Fr. Joseph Fischer as an inspiring gathering place to become more aware of and develop our God given talents. Vista "Wee Yon Wa Untka", Sioux Indian for Our Lady of Hope, is a place of refreshment and new beginnings for those who take time in their busy lives to experience God's presence there.

In our complex secular society, all of us need places where we can slow down and experience the Kingdom of God, at least for a little while, in order that we can be a clearer sign of God's love in our families, schools, neighborhoods, and workplaces.

Many thousands of people, young and old, have taken time away from their everyday lives, to experience God's  presence through nature, through prayer and reflection, and through caring and sharing with others.  For them, the Vista is a place where, for a short span of time, it is possible to catch a glimpse of the Kingdom of God.

The natural beauty invites one to walk slowly for a while down the paths carved through fields and woods; to see wisps of clouds reflected in the smooth surface of the lake; to tune in to the sounds of the Vista - the whistling and chattering of birds, the song of the wind in the pine trees - chirping of crickets and frogs - the excited cries of youngsters on the sports field. 

These many sounds are constant reminders of the creative presence of God.
Those who come to the Vista also experience the Kingdom of God in the constant efforts by camp leaders and staff to help everyone experience friendship, love, compassion, honesty and forgiveness.  They have an opportunity to experience life as it could be if all people everywhere were to heed Jesus' command to love God and neighbor.