Dining Hall Expansion

Last Update: April 2026

More details will be available after the 40 Year Celebration!

Why are we doing this?

Currently, the Dining Hall can only comfortably seat 50-60 guests, but we regularly use it to host larger groups, and it is uncomfortable and impractical.  This room is the Ranch's largest meeting room, not only for meals, but also gathering for teaching and worship.  The lack of gathering space at the Ranch is a big weakness.

Project Status

We are petitioning LaPlata County to get a permit to expand the space.  In May of 2025, we were raised to the top of the list and are currently working to get their questions/requirements resolved to learn if we qualify for a 2,000 square foot expansion.  We hope to add 1000 feet of gathering space to the existing Dining Hall and 1000 feet below the expansion for smaller gatherings, room for games (pool, ping pong, etc.), and storage.

Next Steps

We are currently working on a drawing for the new space and are about 85% complete.  Next, we will submit the drawing for approval and begin work on official building blueprints.  We hope to have a final design, permit, and bids by the fall of 2026.

Finances

Like any other construction project, this will not be cheap.  Some of the project expenses will include:

  • Clearing the area and digging the foundation
  • Lumber and related building materials (screws, bolts, nails, brackets, etc.)
  • Plumbing and related materials
  • Roofing Materials
  • Electrical / Lighting
  • Heating / Stove
  • Plumbing
  • Audio/Visual System

Significant funds have already been donated to see this happen, but we are not there yet.  If you feel led to give, you can do so in three ways:

  1. Send a physical check (see address below)
  2. Donate Online - Credit Card / PayPal (use the button below)
  3. Donate using your bank's Bill Pay / Auto Pay (if your bank supports this option)

Address

Master Plan Ministries
PO Box 1082
Durango, CO 81302

Make sure to select "Three Trails Ranch Dining Hall" from the dropdown.

Funds Raised So Far

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Last Updated: June 2026

Labor

If you have experience in any of the following areas, and are able to give of your time and knowledge, it would be much appreciated.

  • Physical Construction (framing, roofing, doors / windows, flooring)
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • or if you know of a construction company in the Durango area that might be willing to offer a discount for their services to Master Plan.

Contact Austin to get involved!

Questions?

There is a team of people working on the details for this project.  Please direct all questions to Austin.

Austin Krokos - MPM President

Austin.Krokos@mpmstaff.com
970-749-7873