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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