What can I expect from Deeply Rooted Motherhood Retreat?
Our retreat itinerary is a balanced mixture of worship followed by a speaker-led session, moments of prayer + reflection, organized activities, gathering together for meals, and free time to come and go as you please. We want to honor each adoptive mama's needs/wants: Do you need deep conversation with other ladies who get it? Need to rest? Go for a hike? Do you need nourishment for your mind, body, and soul? Me-time? We've got you, mama!
About Blissful Ridge Lodge With it’s ideal location for both relaxation and adventure, on site amenities to suit our needs, and plenty of space for the mamas, we are excited to host our retreat again at Blissful Ridge Lodge. Here's what you can expect when staying at Blissful Ridge: -Several entertainment + sitting areas -Fireplaces to get comfy around and connect with mamas -Spacious patio areas with tables, chairs and chaise lounges. -A large, heated in ground pool with towels provided. -Two hot tubs -Outdoor fire pit + outdoor games -Private walking trail that leads to a waterfall! -Close proximity to town as well as hiking and adventures
What's Included In My Registration?
+ Lodging for Thursday-Sunday. + Children's Lantern has covered Saturday's stay! + Meals provided from Thursday evening-Saturday Morning + Grab and go breakfast on Sunday provided + Retreat T-shirt & surprise goodies! + Snacks + drinks + Daily Worship + Sessions
*Please note that this itinerary is tentative and times of activities are subject to change, however, dates will NOT change as the lodge is already booked!
Are There Specific Requirements?
Registrants must understand the following: -Must have already adopted a child(ren). -You will have roommates! Queen beds must be shared by 2 ladies. 1 to each twin bed. Most rooms will accommodate 3 guests, with the exception of the Beehive, which hosts 7 mamas. *We will take roommate requests but specific accommodations are not guaranteed. -Registration is NON-REFUNDABLE. In the event that we have a waiting list, we will assist the transfer of a ticket. -You are responsible for your own travel there and back.
WHEN AND WHERE CAN I REGISTER?
On Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 at 10AM EST, Registration will go live. There will be a registration/payment box on this page on April 14th. There are only 20 spots for this retreat so please make every effort to register when the event link goes live, as spots do fill up fast. In the event that we have remaining spots, on May 11th we will open registration to current foster moms as we did last year.
REGISTRATION: Please note registration is NON-REFUNDABLE.
The payment box below is the only thing required to reserve your spot. Once payment is received, Abbie will contact you with confirmation. This may take up to an hour to confirm. (You will receive a post-registration form at a later date, TBD, that will help accommodate roommate requests, dietary needs, shirt sizes, etc)
Pictures from last year's "I AM MOTHERHOOD" retreat in Hocking Hills, Ohio