Colorado Father Son Retreat

Come to the Father Son Retreat this August 27-30, 2020, for four days of fellowship, encouragement and adventure with hundreds of other dads and sons in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. You’ll enjoy …

Exclusive use of the entire Horn Creek facility!
Numerous amenities and mountain activities
Challenging biblical messages
Delicious family-style meals
First-class lodging

Wondering about COVID-19 affecting the retreat? We’re carefully monitoring the situation with the camp staff. Colorado is in the process of opening back up for normal business and the camp expects to be in full operation in August. However if anything changes and the event must be canceled, full refunds will be made.

Mike Snavely was reared in South Africa, the son of missionary parents. Growing up in an area that teemed with remarkable and diverse creatures, he had a wide variety of fascinating experiences which helped to mold his future. After graduating from Oak Hills Christian College in Minnesota in 1979, he returned to South Africa to work for the National Parks Service in the Kruger National Park. Later, he began a career as an African wildlife artist, followed by serving as a missionary in South Africa with The Evangelical Alliance Mission (TEAM) as a teacher at Durban Bible College. Since returning to the U.S. in 1995, he and his wife Carrie founded a not-for-profit organization named Mission: Imperative! — a ministry of teaching creation-oriented issues through a series of seminars covering a wide range of topics. Mike and Carrie have three children — Luke (1986), John (1989), and Laura (1991).

Kevin Swanson has taught in Christian schools, Christian colleges, and Christian homeschool conferences over the last 30 years. With his wife Brenda, they homeschooled their five children (now ages 18-28 years old) out on the eastern plains of Colorado. Their greatest joy is to see their children “walking in the truth.” Kevin serves as an elder in his church and has developed Christian curriculum for 6th-12th grades, which is available at Generations.org. He has also written a number of books on Christian worldview, the Christian family, providential Christian history, popular culture, and Christian education.

Please note that the schedule is tentative and subject to change.

THURSDAY
2 pm – Check in opens (settle in, unpack)
5:30 pm – Dinner
6:45 pm – Evening program
9 pm – Fellowship, games, free time

FRIDAY
8 am – Breakfast
9:15 am – Morning session
10:30 am – Recreation and free time
12 pm – Lunch
1 pm – Recreation and free time
5:30 pm – Dinner
6:45 pm – Evening program
9 pm – Fellowship, games, free time

SATURDAY
8 am – Breakfast
9:15 am – Morning session
10:45 am – Father & Son walk & discussion time
12 pm – Lunch
1 pm – Recreation and free time
5:30 pm – Dinner
6:45 pm – Evening program
9 pm – Fellowship, games, free time

SUNDAY
8 am – Breakfast
9:30 am – Worship service
11 am – Fellowship and Pack up
12 pm – Lunch
2 pm – Camp closes

About the Event

The Father Son Retreat, hosted at Horn Creek Camp in Westcliffe, Colorado, gives dads & sons quality time together in the beautiful Rocky Mountains with outdoor & indoor activities, family-style meals, encouraging messages, and lots of fellowship.

Limited-time Discount Pricing!

Fathers & Sons ages 8 and over: $229 (regular $369)
Sons ages 7 and under: $139 (regular $279)

Price is based on age of attendee during the dates of the event, August 27-30, 2020.

Deposit Option

You may choose to pay in full now or pay a deposit. If you select the deposit option, simply pay 30% now, and the remaining balance will be automatically collected on 8/1/20 (charged to the credit card on file).

Refund Policy

All registration fees may be refunded within 7 days of the date of registration (less a processing fee). After 7 days, we are not able to offer refunds or cancellations. In the event you cannot attend the event, your registration fee can be converted into a donation upon request, and we will send you a donation receipt. If you have any questions, please email office@chec.org.

What is included in registration?

All meals, lodging (including towels and bedding), sessions, and most onsite activities (pool, gym, fishing, hiking, water slides, racquetball, and sports courts, etc.) are included. Additional activities and purchases (snack/coffee bar, ropes course, bowling, shooting range, zip line, climbing wall) are extra; prices available onsite.

I'd like to fish; what do I need to know?

Fishing is free! (Catch and release only.) Bring your own fishing gear. No fishing license is required for fishing at Horn Creek’s stocked pond. Fishing in surrounding lakes/streams will require a Colorado fishing license.

I'd like to use the shooting range; are there any details I should be aware of?

The rifle range is only available with the provided firearms (.22 rifle, BB guns), slingshots, etc. You may not bring any outside firearms to Horn Creek Ranch. Rifle range is available for an additional fee.

What’s the age range for fathers and sons?

The retreat is for dads and sons of all ages — including grandfathers! We have seen boys as young as age 4, but typically age 7 through early 20s is most common. (There’s no minimum or maximum age.)

I have more than one son — can I bring all of them with me?

Yes! We have many dads who bring multiple sons with them.

Can I bring my son with special needs?

Sure! All the activities are great for dads and sons to participate in together, and the schedule is flexible so you can take a break if needed.

Is there medical care available onsite?

There will be a medical professional available for injury/first aid.

Can I drive my RV and park it there?

There is no camping or RV’ing allowed. Your registration fee includes all meals and lodging, so enjoy!

How do I get there? Do I need a car onsite?

Check out the Travel Info section above.

What is lodging like?

The rooms vary in size and configuration. In most cases you can expect to be in a room with bunk beds, queen beds, double beds, or a combination of both. Most rooms will have a private bathroom. While there are some bunk rooms, most attendees can expect that you won’t be sharing a room with more than one other father/son unit. Sheets, bedding, and towels are provided (although you'll need to bring your own washcloth if desired). If you'd like to share a room with friends, leave a comment on your registration form and we will do our best to accommodate it.

Will we be able to dine with friends?

The camp has 3 dining halls and you will be assigned to the dining hall closest to your lodging. If you have friends that you'd like to enjoy meals with, leave a comment on your registration form and we will do our best to accommodate it.

Are meals provided?

Definitely! All meals are served family-style in the camp dining room. Bring your appetite!

I have special dietary restrictions. Can you accommodate my needs?

Yes; just let us know in the comments when you register, and we’ll alert the kitchen to your needs. (Gluten-free, dairy-free)

My wife and daughters are traveling with us. Is there a place they can stay?

The camp lodges are reserved for fathers and sons, and there is no lodging available for rent for other groups.

How can I invite my friends?

Glad you asked! Send them to this website, or visit the event on Facebook and invite them there.

Speakers

Mike Snavely

Kevin Swanson

Schedule

Travel Information

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Registration