BEACH RETREAT BLUE HORIZON LODGE AND RETREAT JUNE 18-21 7-12 grade.
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BEACH RETREATBLUE HORIZON LODGE AND RETREATJUNE 18-21
7-12 grade
The Blue Horizon
Located in Panama City Beach, FL.
The Blue Horizon sits in a residential area away from the busyness of the city.
On Front Beach Rd. adjacent to a private beach.
Located right on a private beach
View of the front of Blue Horizon from the beach.
Group lodging
Various lodging options are available. Some cabins come with baths and showers. There is also a shower facility on-site.Cabins are divided into multiple rooms allowing adults to have semi-private area.
Kitchen Facilities
We have access to our own commercial grade kitchen.
We need a cook team to prepare meals. This keeps costs low and is a great way to involve parents/adults in the ministry.
Meeting and Dining Space
The smaller meeting room
The larger meeting room
We will be assigned one of the above spaces. Our space would double for meals and programming.
Amenities
Private Pool for guests only
Sand volleyball and basketball courts
Plenty of space for relaxing, play, programs, and worship.
Views of property
There will be another youth group on-site while we are there. I will coordinate common space usage with the other leader.
Gathering Spaces and Lodging
Smaller cabins are available for adults who come as cooks, beach patrol, or retreat nurse/doctor.
Several decks make great spaces for small group discussions or just relaxing.
Programming Options
All Group Worship Breakout times for workshops and/or
small groups Devotions on the beach Community building activities Free time for relaxing and building
relationships through swimming, volleyball, beach games, etc.
Visiting local attractions
Some Local Attractions
Shipwreck Island Water Park
The World’s Largest Speed Boat
Shopping at Alvin’s Island Mall
Nashville to Panama City Beach
Approx. and 8 hour drive.
We will leave early on June 18 and return the evening of June 21.
Depending on registration numbers, we will ride in rental vans or charter a bus.
Adult Involvement
There will be several fun and exciting ways for adults to get involved in serving on the trip. Cook Crew: 4-6 will be needed to cook
three meals a day. Beach Patrol: 3-4 will be needed to help
keep youth safe while swimming. Counselors/Youth Sponsors: About one
adult for every 7-8 youth will be needed to serve directly with youth through lodging with them, helping with programming, small group leaders, etc. (training will be provided!)
Trip Costs
Lodging: $78 per person for three nights. Food: We will cook all meals to keep costs
low. Approximately $30 per person. Travel: This cost will vary greatly based on
the vehicles we take and registration numbers. $30-$70 per person.
Programming: This is a variable cost. We will provide most of our own programming keeping costs low. Local attractions will increase costs.
My Experience with Beach Retreats I have lead 13 summer spiritual renewal beach retreats. I attended a similar beach retreat as a youth. It made a
lasting impact and contributed to feeling connected to the ministry.
Community building through free time, shared experiences, worship and learning, and intentional activities.
Relaxed and beautiful environment opens participants to worship, hearing voice of God, participating.
Many former youth point to this trip as a significant marker in spiritual journey. Adults too!
Attracts youth who normally do not attend youth functions.
Visit the link below to see a video of another church who attended a retreat at Blue Horizonhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyeyQmmGiBY&feature=player_embedded
Video of another group’s experience
Awakening to God’s presence through the beauty and power of the ocean front.
WHAT A VIEW!