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RETREAT PLANNING 

ORGANIZED CHAOS

With years of retreat-planning experience, we know what goes well, and what doesn't. 

Let us help you create a memorable and formative experience for your entire group!

If you need any assistance at all, you can set-up a phone call or in person meeting with our Director or Camp Host to help with your planning process! CONTACT US

Purpose

The first question to answer is: what is the purpose of this camp/retreat? 

Is it to build team unity, lead individuals to ponder big life-questions, or is it meant a fun and fast-paced escape? 

How will you define success once the retreat is over?

Knowing your demographics will obviously help immensely with this. 

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Theme

In our experience, each retreat should have a "theme" which the content/purpose is expounded on.

What is the curriculum?

Who is doing the teaching/leading? 

How about the worship?

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See below for some resources on selecting a theme.

Scheduling

Once you have your theme and purpose, it is a good idea to develop a rough draft of your retreat schedule. 

What type of lodging will your group need to focus best?

Meeting spaces?

Group activities?

Individual refelction time?

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See below for our example schedule.

Logistics

"Plan your work and work your plan" is a common phrase around here! A few missteps in retreat planning can set a negative-tone for the rest of the trip. 

How will transportation be handled?

What is your budget per person? Will you be fundraising?

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See below for other helpful resources!

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RESOURCES

Sample Retreat Schedule:

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Retreat Planning Guides:

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Flyer Creating Websites:

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