EVERY AGE, EVERY SEASON

Our retreat programs are designed to help you step away from the routine, have fun, build meaningful relationships, and grow closer to God.

Whether you’re bringing a youth group, gathering with friends, or planning a retreat for your church or family, Somerset Beach Campground offers a beautiful setting, engaging activities, intentional programming, and Christ-centered teaching to encourage and strengthen your faith.

LOCKED-IN RETREAT

6th–12th Graders

It’s like summer camp, but with a fall twist.

LOCKED-IN is a high-energy fall retreat packed with biblical teaching, powerful worship, unforgettable games, and plenty of time to build deeper friendships. It’s a weekend designed to help you step away from the everyday, connect with your community, have a ton of fun, and most importantly, grow closer to God.

DISCOVER LOCKED-IN

BRAIN FREEZE

6th–12th Graders

Get ready to turn up the fun and turn down the temperature.

BRAIN FREEZE is a winter retreat packed with biblical teaching, powerful worship, high-energy games, and unforgettable experiences. It’s a weekend designed to help you escape the routine, build deeper friendships, have a ton of fun, and grow closer to God.

Girls Sledding
Boys sledding
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YOUTH RETREATS FAQs

What do I bring to a youth retreat?

Michigan weather can be unpredictable, swinging from warm to chilly. Pack clothing suited to the forecast—think long pants and rain boots or possibly shorts and sunglasses. With a mix of indoor and outdoor activities planned, we want every camper to feel comfortable and prepared! Winter retreats may call for coats, scarves, gloves, mittens, hats, etc. Please label your belongings!


Necessary medications to be collected by the health officer or your youth group leader.

Don't forget your bedding, such as a sleeping bag or linens for a standard twin bed, pillows. You'll need your necessary tolietries, including towels. And also bring your Bible, reading and writing materials.

What shouldn't I bring to a youth retreat?

Snack foods or candy (no food or drink is allowed in the lodge, other than what is provided by our staff).

No electronics, including games, ipods, cell phones. If you bring any of these things we’ll be happy to hold them until you leave.

Where do we stay overnight?

Campers and leaders will stay in the lodge. Each lodge room have bunked beds and a restroom, plus we have a large meeting space in the center for our indoor group activities.

Should I bring any money?

T-shirts, sweatshirts and other souvenir items will be available at our camp store, THE HIVE, located in the Welcome Center. Plus you can visit the Trading Post during free time for snacks. Please do not send an excessive amount of money with your child. Hat prices begin at $15 and sweatshirt prices begin at $35.

How can I promote youth retreats at my church?

Thank you for sharing SBC with your network! Please email us for a youth retreat promo kit.

Ready to join us at a youth retreat?

Drop us a line and we will get in touch with you.

Questions? Give us a call a 517-688-3783 or email our Camp Registrar

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