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It’s All Here in One Place….
CERA offers the perfect venue for group camping and rallies of all sizes. In addition to hosting these events at a top-notch facility, CERA offers tons of fun activities to do during your event. Surrounded by 345 acres of beautiful parkland, the campground has beautiful stoned campsites complete with water, electric and premium full-service sites. Great low rates, scenic views and walking distance to all of our facilities.
CERA offers the perfect venue for group camping and rallies of all sizes. In addition to hosting these events at a top-notch facility, CERA offers tons of fun activities to do during your event. Surrounded by 345 acres of beautiful parkland, the campground has beautiful stoned campsites complete with water, electric and premium full-service sites. Great low rates, scenic views and walking distance to all of our facilities.
Things To Do in Columbus
On top of everything that CERA has to offer, there are tons of other activities outside of CERA.
Discover the birthplace & headquarters for Cummins Inc.
Cummins Inc. is the leading manufacturer of diesel engines over 200hp and has several facilities located in and around the Columbus area. Visitor tours are available if made in advance through CERA at ceraland@ceraland.org.
Discover Columbus, Indiana – the architectural destination.
Take a guided tour of some of the most modern-day architecture in the United States, ranked sixth among US cities for its architecture. If golf is your game, then schedule time for 27 championship holes at the nationally recognized Otter Creek Golf Course. Columbus also offers great dining, shopping, and entertainment. Check out the Columbus Visitors Center website for lots of ideas!
Discover Brown County, Indiana – nature’s way.
Located within 35 miles of Ceraland, you can enjoy the beauty of the fall foliage at Indiana’s largest state park, experience the art galleries and over 350 shops in the village of Nashville or enjoy local & well-known entertainment. Visit www.browncounty.com for more information.
General Information
Campground is open from April 1 – October 31 (water and sewer dependent on weather).
Internet Access
Free WiFi is available campus wide. This connection is for web browsing, checking emails, and other low bandwidth activities. High bandwidth for gaming, streaming, etc. is available for a low cost.
Meeting Facilities
CERA offers several different options for groups staying in the campground that would like to hold gatherings, meetings, dinners and social events. They include outdoor shelterhouses of all sizes located in the front part of the park or for larger groups an indoor gymnasium in the Sports & Fitness Center.
Catering/Event Clean-Up
CERA provides complimentary trash receptacles, bags and trash pickup throughout your event. CERA can assist you in planning the meal for your event by providing catering information. There are professional caterers which we recommend and have used for numerous events at the park or you may select your own caterer. Please note that there is a 15% clean-up fee charged for additional trash services and utility use for all catered events at CERA.
Event Planning Assistance
The Group Event Coordinator is available to assist with the planning of the event and help with any and all special requests pertaining to your event (such as catered meals, entertainment, use of shelters, etc).
Payments, Deposits and Billing
A non-refundable deposit is required with groups in excess of 100 units. This deposit is due upon receipt of the contract or application.
All camping fees must be paid by each individual upon registration at the Sports & Fitness Center.
Scheduling
To schedule your event, please contact Melissa Hatfield at (812) 377-5849 ext 104 or (888) SEE-CERA or email mhatfield@ceraland.org. A signed contract must be completed and on file in order to schedule your event.
