UUCC Women's Retreat

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Last Minute Information to help you have a successful Women's Retreat

 

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Women’s Retreat Packing List

• Bedding: A sleeping bag & pillow (or sheets & a blanket). Most of the camps’ beds are singles, so unless otherwise informed, plan on bringing bedding for a single bed.  Bring extra bedding just in case since some rooms may be chillier than others, depending on location in the buildings.

• NO electric heaters!  The building is old and space heaters pose a fire hazard!

• Towels: Guests should bring their own towels and washcloths, all toiletries including soap & shampoo.  

• Flashlight: To keep the environment peaceful and maintain a natural ambience, there is minimal outdoor lighting, so please bring a flashlight to help you navigate across the property at night.

• Water Bottle/Coffee Mug:  Wabanna provides drinking fountains and water stations to fill water bottles. To reduce the usage of plastic cups, they suggest guests bring a water bottle that can be refilled during the retreat. Disposable cups are available for those without water bottles.

• There will be hot beverage service available all day on Saturday.

• You may bring soft drinks in cans or plastic bottles.  

• Favorite board or card game for scheduled Game Night activities.

• A checkbook, credit card or cash for the craft fair.  (Though please be aware that the only locked area will be the vehicle you came in.)  

• For writing workshop:  Please bring a pen or other writing utensil and, if you like, a favorite journal.  Some paper will be available in your folder.

• For stargazing, you may want to bring a pair of binoculars if you have them.  

• Bring hat, gloves, warm socks, leg warmers and a warm jacket if you want to join us for the campfire Saturday evening or star gazing.  Temperatures are predicted to be 45-50 during the day and 30-40 at night.

• You are encouraged to bring a favorite poem, art, item, memento, or something related to connections to share during the Sunday worship

 

Suggested Items to Make Your Stay More Comfortable:

• Slippers or warm socks (the Lodge has wooden floors that can be cold).

• Flip flops or shower shoes since the bathrooms are communal.

• A camping chair; there are plenty of places you may want to sit and look out at the water. You may also want a chair if you plan to attend the bonfire on Saturday night (benches are available).

• A camera; there are beautiful sunrises and sunsets at Wabanna, and lots of lovely water views!

• A journal or other favorite book; this is a great place to sit, read & reflect!

• Earplugs / eye mask for those sensitive to sound and light at night.

 

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