Mission, Vision & Values

In 1928, Bishop Kirkman Finlay envisioned a place in the mountains of Western North Carolina, rooted in the Episcopal Church, grown from the love of Jesus, and open to all people. We share the spirit of this place equally with all who desire its experience and affect in the world, and we welcome people of all religions, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender expressions.

Our Mission

Kanuga is a gathering place inviting all people to connect with each other, nature and the Creator.

Our Vision

To inspire a more mindful and compassionate world.

Our Core Values

Service

We seek to awaken a world of good by providing programs that transform and nourish the soul for work beyond Kanuga.

Respect

We honor the presence and image of God in every person and offer radical hospitality to all guests while striving for a work environment that supports staff with living wages and quality benefits.

Sustainability

We treasure God’s gift of creation and commit to using and teaching sustainable models that have the least impact on our land and resources.

Stewardship

We give generously while using our inheritance wisely, utilizing our resources responsibly so that Kanuga is preserved for future generations.

Camp Kanuga taught me a lot of life lessons that really made my life better. It taught me to broaden my horizon and explore my gifts.Gillian G.