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God invites us to relationships every day. Retreats are an excellent opportunity to take time apart and disconnect from our everyday lives, connecting with this call to a relationship through exploration of spirituality, prayer life, and community.

Spiritual Practices Retreat

August 16-18, 2024

Tiered pricing begins at $300. Commuters and non-retreat participants staying on site are welcome for $200 for the weekend.

Adults of all genders are invited to join us for several days spent in the community, building a closer relationship with God and creation and journeying deeper into our spiritual practices. The schedule for our retreat is flexible - with time spent alone and in a group.

God invites us to relationships every day. Retreats are an excellent opportunity to take time apart and disconnect from our everyday lives, connecting with this call to a relationship through exploration of spirituality, prayer life, and community.

Lodging for this retreat will be in a communal setting assigned by Camp Chickagami. If you have requests for cabin mates, please let us know during registration.

Young Adult Retreat

August 31 - September 2, 2024

College-aged humans through Millennials are invited to come to spend their Labor Day Weekend at Camp Chickagami. You are invited to spend a long weekend at Camp Chick as we form deeper relationships with God. Our flexible program will include time alone and with a larger group with a particular focus on our connection with food and community. Retreat participants are welcome to bring their kids.

Pay what you can - starting at $10. It's like "choose your own adventure" pricing subsidized by the Young Adult Ministries Office of the Episcopal Diocese of Eastern and Western Michigan and other retreaters.

Contemplative Fiber Arts Retreat

September 27-29, 2024

Tiered pricing begins at $300. Commuters and non-retreat participants staying on site are welcome for $200 for the weekend.

Fiber artists of all kinds and skill levels are welcome to join us at Camp Chickagami to retreat and create in the Fall of Northern Michigan! Join us for several days spent in community focused on building a closer relationship with God. The schedule for our retreat is flexible - with time spent both alone and in group, in crafting and in reflection.

Lodging for this retreat will be in a communal setting assigned by Camp Chickagami. If you have requests for cabin mates, please let us know during registration.

Packing List (in addition to the items in the standard packing list emailed at registration)

  • During the retreat, your fiber arts materials, tools, projects, and equipment may be left in Fletcher Hall.
  • Extension cords and some lamps will be available in Fletcher Hall, but please bring any others you need.
  • Musical instrument if you would like to help lead music during our services

SCHEDULE YOUR OWN CHURCH RETREAT

Working with Camp Chickagami staff, you can organize and schedule your own retreat for your congregation or organization. Rent the whole facility, or just part of it; bring your own food or arrange for food service and arrange your own facilitator. Retreats can be what you need them to be and we would love to provide the perfect space for your vestry, church leadership, family or organization.

Fill out our contact form here and someone will be in touch right away.

Retreat Frequently-Asked-Questions

REGISTRATION & SCHEDULE

Can I request to be in a cabin with friends?

Absolutely. You can do so within the registration form. We will do our best to honor requests though we cannot guarantee the request.

What is the refund policy?

To reserve your space, a $50 deposit is required at the time of registration.  This deposit is nonrefundable.

Are there scholarships available?

Our programs are offered at a tiered pricing structure to hopefully make our programs more accessible to all. Scholarship support may be available for adult retreat programs. To inquire please fill out our contact form here and someone will be in touch.

We are working to build up a scholarship fund for adult programs and encourage you to donate if you are able.

Basic Schedule for a three-day retreat:

Day One: Check-in anytime between 3:00 and 6:00pm at Fletcher Hall. We will gather at 6 pm for dinner, followed by community reflection, and conversation. An optional service of compline will end our day.

Day Two: The day includes gatherings for community reflection, conversation, free time, community meals, optional communion bread baking, and prayer services.

Day Three: After breakfast we will gather for our closing service of Holy Communion with our final time of community reflection and conversation. You are free to depart anytime after the service, but are welcome to remain for lunch and relax at camp for a while. We ask that you are out of your cabins by 12pm but you are welcome to stay and enjoy camp through the rest of the evening.

Optional Day Four: Some retreat weekends will offer the option to add on an additional day to your retreat. Meals are not included in the add-on beyond lunch on Day Three. Lodging will be assigned by Camp Chickagami and check out on Day Four will be by 11am.

ACCOMODATIONS

Where will I stay?

You will be lodging in one of our many cabins throughout camp in a community setting. All accommodations are in close proximity to a bath-house and within walking distance to many different recreational and relaxation options on site.

Do I need to bring food or drinks?

There is no need to pack food for your stay at camp. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are all provided! We invite you to bring snacks to share and beverages for socializing (you can have access to refrigerator space!) Coffee, tea and some NA beverages for social time will be provided.

Will you accommodate a food allergy?

Your health and safety are our highest priority. If you have a food allergy, please include this information in your registration so we can make necessary arrangements. Feel free to contact our office before camp to discuss dietary issues to discuss how we can best accommodate you. For majorly restricted diets, we sometimes recommend that you provide our kitchen staff with supplemental food.

How do I manage my medication?

You will be in control of your own medication while on retreat at Camp Chickagami. If you require refrigeration, we can accommodate that request. Our infirmary has all required over the counter medications for other ailments that could come up while you’re on retreat.

May I bring my dog?

Dogs are welcome with prior approval from the Executive Director. Please contact McKenzie for our full dog policy.

Will I have access to wifi?

There will be a WIFI hotspot available for us in Fletcher Dining Hall. Verizon and AT&T provide the best cell coverage; others are limited.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?

Bring toiletries and your favorite pillow and blanket. Bedding and towels are not provided. Please plan to bring a twin size sheet and a queen size sheet (your bed will be either of these two sizes!) - if bringing both of these sizes is a problem for you let us know and we can help (or give you more specific information about what your cabin will be). Most of our mattresses are plastic, so we recommend a mattress pad to help provide a cozier sleeping experience.

A few pro tips:

  • Our water is well water, if you prefer filtered water we recommend that you bring jugs of water to refill a re-usable water bottle. Bring your favorite travel coffee cup too!
  • Camp Chick is pretty rustic! Bring bug spray and sunscreen.
  • If you have a kayak, bike, tennis gear or other recreational gear that you want to bring please feel free.

What should I wear?

  • Check the weather (Presque Isle, MI, 49777) before arriving to ensure you’ve packed correctly. Bring a mix of items for warm days and chilly evenings.
  • Pack comfortable walking shoes as many buildings are connected by outdoor footpaths.
  • Pack Hiking shoes as we have many miles of trails on our property and surrounding.
  • Bring a bathing suit and a beach towel.
  • Don’t forget an umbrella or rain coat!

You may want to also consider bringing the following items:

  • Flashlight
  • Camera
  • Tennis equipment
  • Kayak
  • Fishing gear (rods and bait)
  • Water bottle and to-go coffee mug
  • Because many of our outdoor seating spaces are simple benches, we do specifically recommend bringing a bag chair or other comfy portable chair/cushion for your comfort.
  • A box fan may be helpful for comfortable sleeping as our accommodations are not air conditioned.
  • Bring an alarm clock, phone charger, iron and hair dryer.

Connect with us

Have a question? Looking to register or book? Fill out our contact form here and someone will be in touch right away.