Young Adult Retreat

Oct 4-5, 2024

Join us for a weekend getaway to connect with other Christian young adults!

This event features engaging sessions, exciting activities, and ample opportunities to build meaningful connections. It’s a perfect chance for spiritual renewal and deepening your relationship with Christ.

Fall Retreat: Oct 4-5, 2024

Age: College and Career Aged Adults

Cost: $70

Includes lodging, meals, and all of the retreat programming

Pre-Retreat Activity

More information when registering

2024 Fall retreat Speaker

Derek Hagland Headshot

Derek Hagland

Derek is the Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Gaylord, Michigan, and has been serving in ministry for over 25 years. He and his wife Amanda have five children.

We’re thrilled to have him join us at the Young Adults Retreat, where he will contribute his insight and leadership.

RETREAT INFO

  • Registration can be completed online with the registration button above.
  • The entire cost for the retreat is $70. This includes lodging, meals, program activities, and facility usage.
  • A $20 non-refundable deposit is required along with your registration to hold your spot. This deposit is subtracted from the $70. You may choose to pay the entire balance at one time if you prefer. Otherwise, the remaining balance is due upon your arrival at the retreat.
  • Payments can be made through your online registration, via check, over the phone, or cash (at retreat arrival.)
  • Each cabin has several twin-sized bunk beds, a private bathroom and shower area, and a small closet.
  • Each cabin also has a box fan, soap, paper towels, and cleaning supplies.
  • Bedding and towels are not provided for cabins or private/lodge rooms, so be sure to pack some when you come!
  • Lodge/Private Rooms: These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for an additional $15. To reserve a lodge room, register online, select that option, and pay the $20 retreat deposit to confirm you are coming along with the $15 private room fee. If the option for a lodge/private room does not appear when you register, that indicates none are available. However, you may call or email the office to request to be put on the waitlist if any become available.
  • We do our best to house people by church groups and roommate requests. However, groups may be combined in cabins as needed.
  • Meals will be served in the Dining Hall. Our kitchen is equipped to provide well-balanced meals for all of our guests.
  • There will be a main serving line and a separate salad bar available, as well.
  • Allergies: We are equipped to accommodate those with food allergies. Simply indicate your food allergies on your registration form. During the retreat, you will simply need to inform one of the serving staff that you have an allergy, and they will bring your food out to you.
  • Dietary preferences: While we can accommodate allergies, we can NOT accommodate special dietary requests if you do not have an allergy (such as vegan, vegetarian, keto). If you follow a certain dietary plan out of preference, you may bring a cooler with your name on it and coordinate with the Kitchen Manager about the accessibility to it.
  • We maintain a conservative emphasis on conduct and attire.
  • The general guideline for men and women is neck to the knees and loose.
  • This is a casual retreat. There is no expectation for ladies to wear skirts or dresses to the services or for men to wear collared shirts; however, you are still more than welcome to do so.

This is by no means an all-inclusive list, but it should provide you with a general idea.

  • Twin-sized bedding or a sleeping bag
  • Pillow
  • Towels
  • Toiletries
  • Bible
  • Clothes and shoes for recreational activities
  • Spending money for the Ugly Mug coffee shop and gift shop

A Walmart is available about 10 minutes away in case you forget anything!

This is not an all-inclusive list and is subject to change, but here are many of the activities that may be available while you are here:

  • .22 Rifle Range
  • Board Games
  • Boating
  • Campfires
  • Catch & Release Fishing
  • Disc Golf
  • Field Games
  • Indoor Gymnasium
  • Mini Golf
  • Outdoor Basketball Courts
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • Sand Volleyball
  • Ugly Mug Coffee Shop and Gift Shop
  • Walking Trails
  • Wiffle Ball Field

The schedule you receive at the retreat will provide information on all of the tournaments, games, and activities planned, including their times.

A special feature of the Young Adult Retreat is the opportunity to participate in an activity before the retreat officially starts! Previous activities have included kayaking, bowling, and disc golf.

We’ll reveal the upcoming activity closer to the retreat date, so stay tuned for more information and make sure not to miss this chance!

THIS SCHEDULE IS TENTATIVE and is likely to change. An updated schedule will be provided at the retreat. However, this should enable you to make proper preparations.

 

FRIDAY

1:00 PM | TBA Pre-Retreat Activity

4:00-6:00 PM | Arrival/Registration (Camp Office)

6:30 PM | Dinner

7:15-7:30 PM | Welcome

7:30-8:45 PM | Session 1

8:45 PM | Dessert Fellowship

9:15-1:00 PM | Free Time

9:30-11:00 PM | Volleyball Tournament

10:45-12:00 AM | 3v3 Basketball Tournament

 

SATURDAY

8:30-9:30 AM | Ugly Mug Open

9:00-9:30 AM | Breakfast

9:45-10:45 AM | Session 2

10:45-11:30 AM | Free Time

11:30-12:15 PM | Small Group Specifics

12:15-12:45 PM | Lunch

12:45-4:15 PM | Free Time

2:00-3:45 PM | Speed Gaming

4:15-4:45 PM | Pack Up

4:45-6:00 PM | Session 3

6:00-7:00 PM | Dinner

7:00 PM | Departure