PICTURED: Insulation along with a “cold roof” was added to the DH/Lodge roof for increased energy efficiency and building comfort year around
The excitement and progress continues for the renovations of the Main Camp Dining Hall/Lodge which has served as the central gathering space here at RMMC since camps beginnings in 1952. While the work progress is sometimes in spurts and sometimes in a slow and steady pace, we have been blessed with great staff, board, volunteers, and hired trades folk to accomplish the work that’s been done. Since beginning last October, projects of all sizes have been accomplished including but not limited to:
- Demolition – remove interior ceiling, wall and floor coverings for access to building frame
- Roof replacement (entire Dining Hall/Lodge):
tear off old roof of entire structure
add 2” of foam insulation (exterior) for energy efficiency and room comfort
add cold roof to address ice dams reduce need for heat tapes
new gutters for improved drainage
new roof covering for entire Dining Hall/Lodge - Created storage room underneath main floor with exterior access
- Reinforce support of fireplace hearth
- Install new commercial exterior doors and increase door access and approach to Umbrella Patio
- Add metal reinforcement to ceiling rafters
- New electrical and plumbing service
- Insulation (interior) added to ceiling, walls and foundation walls
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Pojects yet to accomplish include:
- Paint ceiling and rafter structure
- Paint exterior doors
- Install new Maple floor
- Install new wall wood
- Restoration of original windows & window trim
- Install new interior and exterior lighting
- install ceiling fans
- Install new cabinets and sink for drink station
- Install new built in sound system
- Bring back all the tables and benches for meal service
How you can help?
Volunteer – Camp has had a great crew of “regulars” who have been instrumental in the progress achieved. Please consider joining in by visitng the RMMC Volunteer page to help us reach the finish line in time for the wedding the last weekend in April!
Donor – While camp has had a great crew of donor “regulars”, new and returning folks for this part of the Vision 2023 Capital Campaign (2021-2030) are needed! With an overall budget of $500k for the work and $200k received thus far, $300k is still needed. Please consider joining in to help us reach this financial “finish line” for the project via check or by visiting the RMMC Donate page.
PICTURED: Bern Dining Hall renovation progress