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.
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.
YOUTH RETREATS FAQs
Registration is at the Cedar Center from 6-7 PM. If a camper arrives later than 7 PM, please call 517-688-3783 and let us know ahead of time.
Youth Retreats will end at 3 PM. If your camper will be picked up early, please notify the camp office at 517-688-3783 prior to your arrival.
While we like to keep a few surprises up our sleeves---here's a general idea of what you can expect during a weekend youth retreat at SBC:
Day 1: Kick off the weekend by checking in and getting settled into the lodge. The energy builds as we gather for our first worship session, followed by evening activities, games, and some classic camp snacks to keep the fun going.
Day 2: This is our big day! Worship, powerful teaching from God’s Word, and time in small groups create space for reflection and connection. In between, you’ll dive into your favorite camp activities—whether that’s sports, creative challenges, or just soaking up the outdoors. And yes, we’ll keep you well-fed with delicious meals in the Cedar Center.
Day 3: We wrap up the weekend with a final chapel session and team-building moments that leave a lasting impact. Then it’s time to clean up, say goodbye, and head home full of memories and lessons to carry into your life.
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.
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.
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.
T-shirts, sweatshirts and other souvenir items will be available at our camp store, Bear Necessities, 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.
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 will get in touch with you.
Questions? Give us a call a 517-688-3783 or email our Camp Registrar
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