Spiritual Refresh Retreat! Join us for Glamping that Restores the Soul

Description:

Join us for a spiritual refresh retreat at Camp Boonsboro (https://vimeo.com/176785052) which sits on 80 beautiful acres in Boonsboro, Maryland. The retreat will provide a fantastic opportunity to "unplug" from busy day-to-day life and enjoy intimacy with God in a beautiful natural setting. The camps gravel road leaves farm fields behind and winds its way between two small ridges to the central area of the camp. The rolling landscape is comprised of a mixture of woods and fields bordered to the west by the rambling flow of the Antietam creek. Let’s renew, refuel and be revived by glamping in a beautiful tranquil environment, spending time in retreat, and enjoying fellowship with like-hearted people.

Although we will be pitching our tents beneath the stars, bring as many of the comforts of home as you would like to make this an ideal getaway. The event organizers are working to bring a luxurious experience to the naturally beautiful spaces that will be used during the retreat.

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Renew, Refresh, Restore, Refuel, Relax, Revive*****

The Trip Plan

Saturday morning 9am -10:30am is for arrival and tent set up. If you are an early bird, there will be time to enjoy the Antietam creek and explore the area. However, the retreat will start promptly at 11:30am, so please plan to arrive early so that you will have time to settle in. At around 5:30pm we will share a communal potluck style meal and close out the day around the camp fire. Please bring something that you would like to share for the potluck and indicate what and how much in the comment section. The event organizers will provide utensils, cups and plates.

On Sunday following breakfast, we will wrap up the retreat portion of the trip and depart at noon. For those interested in post retreat exploration, the Washington Monument State Park on the Appalachian Trail and the Antietam Battlefield offer hiking opportunities and the Crystal Grottoes Caverns are also nearby.

Look forward to seeing you for an amazing time of developing intimacy with God and fellowship!

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Jesus took His disciples to rest saying:*****

“Come away by yourselves to a lonely place, and rest for a while.” Mark 6:30-32

Retreat Information: This retreat is for anyone who wants to hear from God and see the hand of God move in their lives. Have you ever wondered why you sometimes lack the power needed to deal with life's challenges? You may need to step away from the busyness and interruptions of every day life to "Be still and know that He is God." Come and take your relationship with God to the next level. Be restored mentally, physically and spiritually. At this retreat we will share and put into practice skills that will help sustain a lifelong intimate relationship with God. Facilitators will be on hand to provide instruction, but the retreat will be lead by the Holy Spirit.

Camping Information & Required Gear: Glamping is “glamour camping” or camping with all of the luxuries necessary for your comfort. It offers the luxury of staying in a hotel alongside the escapism and adventure of camping. The event organizers are working to bring additional beauty to this already beautiful setting and make this a glamping retreat.

Below is a list of basic gear that you will need to bring for the trip. If you do not have camping gear, you can find it online or at retail outdoor stores for rental. If you would like to share a tent, or if someone has extra equipment to share, please make arrangements in the comment section.

Essential Gear: Tent, (Sleeping Bag/Matt or Cot/inflatable Mattress etc.), Bug Spray, Sun Screen, Rain Gear, Flashlight, Personal Medications/Toiletries (there are bathrooms), warm clothing or layers to change into in case becomes cooler in the evening, Journal, Bible- Food (Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast/ lunch/snacks and something to share for the communal meal). There is not a kitchen available for use, so please take that into consideration when thinking about food.

Optional: Lantern, Headlamp, Camp Stove, Swim Suit, Cooler for food or beverages that you want to keep chilled, Camp Chair

Registration and Event Fee: The event fee is $35 and can be submitted via Meetup. Please submit your payment and RSVP on Meetup. Your space is not reserved until you submit payment. Please review the liability and refund policy below before submitting payment.

Carpool Information: If you can drive or want to carpool, please post your location in the comment section below. For those who need a ride, reach out to the drivers. Make friends, and support the environment by just offering a ride!

Address: Camp Boonsboro 6701 Girl Scout Road Boonsboro, MD 21713

Liability Waiver and Refund Policy

Outdoor activities like camping and hiking can be considered inherently dangerous. By attending this event, you are agreeing that you are responsible for your own safety at all times and neither the event organizer and/or volunteers are responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while on the retreat with us.

The event fee is to cover costs associated with the retreat and is non-refundable and non-transferable unless the event is cancelled by the organizer. This is unlikely to happen unless there is an unforeseeable emergency or severe weather. Any leftover funds may be used for future events. Please take this into consideration prior to RSVP’ing. By submitting payment for this event, you are acknowledging and agreeing to this.