about

The Vision

WHO WE ARE

The VISION is a Christian Camp and Retreat Center located in a convenient and scenic setting in south Huntsville, Alabama.

Our MISSION is to help people get away from the distractions of everyday life and get near to Christ and others. 

Our PURPOSE  is to steward the resources God has provided to support biblical discipleship and gospel outreach. 

WHAT WE DO

We provide overnight accommodations for 179 people at The Vision’s Lodge (50),  Legacy Camp (111) and Roadside Inn (18) facilities. This site has meeting spaces and activities that include a zipline tour, high and low ropes course, archery, tomahawk throwing, swimming, hiking, canoeing, fishing, and more! We have added hotel-style accommodations for 100 people at our new off-site facility on Bailey Cove Rd. about 7 miles from The Vision.

HOW WE STARTED 

Established in 2004, THE VISION sits on a 300-acre tract of land on the south end of Green Mountain and is made up of varying terrains and numerous hardwoods. “When God allowed us the opportunity to purchase this property we never felt like it belonged to us,” says Billy Dunlap. “He has placed within our hearts a desire to develop it for His purposes.”
 
The Dunlap’s desire is to develop a place where people, churches, organizations, etc. can conveniently get away and grow spiritually in their Christian faith through training, seminars, camp programs, and just plain relaxation. Billy says, “People need an environment conducive to this kind of growth. I find myself a victim of time constraints by not allowing adequate time for God to speak and direct my paths.” 

Billy visualized a facility where people can retreat from the outside pressure brought on by daily demands. All Christians need an environment that allows for prayer, reflection, and rebuilding. We feel that a secluded environment encourages spiritual renewal and provides an opportunity for sharing and investing in the lives of others.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

While The Vision is not affiliated with a specific denomination, the Baptist Faith and Message (2000) expresses our deeply rooted biblical convictions alongside our statement of faith. Click HERE to view a copy of the Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
 

Our STATEMENT OF FAITH at The Vision has at its core the following foundational truths:

  • One God – consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
  • Jesus Christ – Son of God, born of a virgin and conceived by the Holy Spirit. We believe Jesus died to save us from our sin, that He defeated death through His bodily resurrection, and that He is the only way to heaven and eternal life.
  • Second Coming – We believe Jesus Christ will come again in Glory and Honor, to judge all mankind, those living and those that have died.
  • Bible – We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, living word of God and is the only reference for Christian faith, doctrine, and conduct.
  • Marriage – We believe that marriage is a sacred institution and is the covenant joining of one man with one woman for life.

USE OF THE VISION FACILITIES

  1. Requires a reservation.
  2. Is subject to approval of the board of directors of The Vision.
  3. Must be consistent with the advancement of biblically based Christian values, morals and teachings, as recognized and supported by The Vision.
  4. Must not conflict with the mission statement or statement of faith of The Vision.

meet the staff

BILLY and SONYA DUNLAP

OWNERS & EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

Billy and Sonya Dunlap are Huntsville natives, owners, and Executive Directors of The Vision.

BIO

GARRETT WILKEY

CAMP DIRECTOR

Garrett joined The Vision in August 2020 and serves as Camp Director.

BIO

HOLLY PAMPERIN

CAMP ADMINISTRATOR

Holly is the Camp Administrator. She has the privilege of being the first point of contact for our guests. She handles the scheduling, coordinating and communication with our guests before they arrive at our beautiful facility.

BIO

BOBBY TIBBLES

ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

Bobby Tibbles is the Activities Director at The Vision and serves our guests by managing the
various responsibilities that our activities pose.

BIO

meet the board

CAVETT COOPER

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Cavett first attended The Vision at a 2017 fall retreat with the men’s ministry Twickenham Church of Christ. Shortly after, he enjoyed lunch with Billy and Sonya and became friends and partners in ministry ever since.

BIO

DAN BEASELY

BOARD MEMBER

Dan is passionate about the opportunities for The Vision because of his love for Christian community and biblical education.

BIO

MIKE BRODOWSKI

BOARD MEMBER

Michael E. Brodowski is a practicing Attorney and the Founding Partner of Brodowski, McCurry, Maynor & Miller. He has served on the boards of various religious and charitable organizations.

BIO

BILLY AND SONYA DUNLAP

BOARD MEMBERS

Billy and Sonya Dunlap are Huntsville natives, owners, and Executive Directors of The Vision.

BIO

TODD WHITE

BOARD MEMBER

Todd is the Vice President of Operations for a local manufacturing company, serves as an elder for the Twickenham Church of Christ, is a board member for the Huntsville Inner City Learning Center, and is a member of the leadership team for JH Outback North Alabama.

BIO

BERT SUMNER

BOARD MEMBER

Bert is the owner and lead graphic designer at Ground Level Design, a boutique create agency and design studio that he established in 1993.

BIO

TIM HOWARD

BOARD MEMBER

Tim is a family practice physician for 30 years. He is the medical director for Discovery Life Sciences. 

BIO

directions

Enter through the first gate at 187 Oscar Webster Rd. Huntsville, AL, 35803

  • Please ENTER through our FIRST GATE as our roads on camp are ONE WAY roads

  • If the gate is closed, call your group leader for the gate code.

  • Follow green and white signs to your destination: Legacy Camp, The Lodge, Zipline, or Pool.

Legacy Camp

  • Enter front gate
  • Take first right
  • Take next right up a concrete road
  • Congratulations; you have arrived!

The Lodge

  • Enter front gate
  • Take first right
  • Follow road all the way to The Lodge
  • Congratulations; you have arrived!

Ziplne Tour

  • Enter front gate
  • Continue straight onto gravel/dirt road. 
  • Take right at the T
  • Park near pool pavilion
  • Congratulations; you have arrived!

Pool Pavilion

  • Enter front gate
  • Continue straight onto gravel/dirt road
  • Take right at the T
  • Park at pool pavilion
  • Congratulations; you have arrived!

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forms

Download our waiver, fill out and sign the form, and give it to your group leader before you arrive at camp.

Vision Waiver