Annual Father Son Retreat
2010 Retreat
Many fathers do not realize the significant role they have in the lives of their sons. This may be the result of ignorance, indifference, example, or external influence. However, there are fathers who are willing to sacrifice everything that they might be the true fathers of their sons. Be one of these!
The goals of this retreat are simple:
... Challenge men to be Biblical fathers.
... Instruct men how to be Biblical fathers
... Provide opportunities to be Biblical fathers
No matter what stage of fatherhood or sonship one may be in, this retreat is committed to be a challenge, encouragement, and an opportunity to grow.
PLAN NOW TO ATTEND!
September 9-11, 2010
Camp Gilead
Carnation, Washington, 98014
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guest speaker
Paul Renfro, Houston, TX
Paul Renfro, a man with a shepherd’s heart, traveled the world ministering with Athletes in Action before pastoring churches in Ohio and Texas. He currently co-elders and is pastor of discipleship at Grace Family Baptist Church near Houston, TX, where leaders equip and expect men to step into their God-given role as family shepherds. He is also director of the Alliance for Church & Family Reformation. Paul and his wife, Laurie, have been married over 20 years, have two sons and two daughters, and are committed home educators.
dates & times
Thursday, September 9—4:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 11—1:00 p.m.
lodging
- DORMITORIES:
Family units are assured of bunking together.
Although we cannot assure that two or more families requesting to bunk together will be able to do so, we will do our best to accommodate such requests.
- CAMPING:
Tent or RV sites (no hookups) with nearby bathroom facilities.
Tent/RV space is limited. If you register for this option and they are full, you will be notified of this and be assigned, instead, to a bunkhouse cabin.
meals
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided for all lodging options.
- If you want other snack material, please bring it with you.
- -If you have any special dietary restrictions, please notify us by AUGUST 26th (registration deadline) at: Registrations@ChristianHeritageOnline.org
prices
- Fathers: $120
- Sons & Grandfathers: $100
- Prices the same for both bunkhouse cabin and campsite registrations
registration
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
August 26, 2010—11:59 P.M.
- ONLINE REGISTRATION – coming soon
- 09 F/S MAIL-IN FORM – coming soon
- If you are unable to download this form or have other registration questions,
email: Registrations@ChristianHeritageOnline.org
or call Christian Heritage Registrar at 360-871-3279 (9:00-5:00, M-F only).
GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION
- Recommended age for sons: 7 to adult
- Registration limited to these options—Commuter registration not available
- Scholarships Applications (limited availability) ~ Please contact Scholarships@ChristianHeritageOnline.org
map & directions
Directions:
From the North:
Take Hwy 2 east to Monroe, turn right (south) onto Hwy 203. approx. 16 miles to Carnation Farm Rd. turn right, (sign at intersection) 3/4 mile & across Snoqualmie River to camp entrance.
From Seattle:
Take Hwy 520 east to Redmond, exit and turn right on Hwy 202 (Redmond-Fall City Rd.) approx. 5.8 miles to Ames Lake Rd. left turn only. Follow Ames Lake Rd. to Camp entrance. (approx. 7 miles) (Ames Lake Rd. becomes Carnation Farm Rd. without notice)
From the South:
Take I-90 to exit 22 (Preston-Fall City) follow Preston-Fall City Rd. to Fall City. Turn right at stop sign, cross Snoqualmie River, turn left onto Hwy 203. Continue through Carnation to Carnation Farm Rd. (sign at intersection) left on Carnation Farm Rd., 3/4 mile & across Snoqualmie River to camp entrance.
join us for the 2010 christian heritage father-son retreat!
Being the leaders God desires men to be requires much wisdom. Together as father and son, learn more about how the Bible is God’s source of wisdom and His compass for our lives. As leaders in the home, the church, and the community, Christian men must know God’s sufficient Word and know how to apply it in every area of life. Come and become better equipped to do so, and to enjoy wonderful time together in the Cascade Mountains.p(rule).
cancellation Policy
- All cancellation refunds are subject to a 20% refund fee.
- Refunds can be given only for unavoidable changes in plans due to sudden illness, serious illness or death in extended family, unexpected out-of-state move, etc.
- Refund requests must be made in writing BY SEPTEMBER 21st via TR@ChristianHeritageOnline.org or by mail to: Christian Heritage Treasurer, 3125 SE La Linda Court, Port Orchard, WA 98366.
- Refunds will be paid by check only, so be sure to give your name and mailing address so your refund check can be mailed to you.
- We are not able to exchange event registrations for CD’s. If you must cancel and wish to obtain event CD’s in place of your registration fee, you will need to make two separate transactions: 1) Request refund as above, 2) follow normal online CD ordering procedures.
Past Father-Son Retreats
and CD Speakers & Sessions Information
If you missed out on these great events, don’t miss out entirely! ~ Get the CD’s of the messages!
2009 Retreat: “The Bible – God’s Compass for Life”
- “Best retreat so far – thank the Lord for the blessings of this retreat – appreciate all you do to make this happen!” (09 Attendee)
AUGUST 27-29, 2009
Ghormley Meadows Christian Camp
Rimrock, WA
Guest Speakers
Scott Brown & Son-in-Law, Peter Bradrick ~ Wake Forest, NC
Troy Hacking ~ Snohomish, WA, Land Navigation Instructor
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Scott Brown & his son David
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About Scott Brown
Scott & Deborah & family were the much-appreciated “featured family speakers” at the April 2009 Christian Heritage Annual Conference. Scott is a wise & loving man with the heart of a true shepherd and discipler. His messages focus entirely on the God of the Bible and His Word. As he exposits the Word, he gently but directly applies it practically to each listener’s heart with the goal of helping all who hear to be more in love with Christ and more like Him.
Scott is also the home-schooling father of four, grandfather of two. He currently serves as the director of the National Center for Family Integrated Churches (NCFIC). He is also a teaching elder at his church and devotes much of his time to mentoring men and speaking on fatherhood, church reformation, and strengthening the family.
About Peter Bradrick
Peter, a 26 year old homeschool graduate, has a passion for Christ and for inspiring others to follow Him with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. He is married to Scott Brown’s oldest daughter Kelly, and they are expecting their third child in January 2010. Peter served as an intern for the Vision Forum in 2003 and then served as its president’s personal assistant from 2005-2009. He now serves as director for operations for the NCFIC, headquartered in Wake Forest, NC.
2009 Discipleship Sessions:
A Father and Son Relationship Made in Heaven, Scott Brown
The Heart of the Battle, Scott Brown
How to Neutralize a Godly Legacy, Scott Brown
A Charge to Sons, Peter Bradrick
“Scott was superb and challenging, excellent – both Scott and Peter!”
(09 Attendee)
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Navigation Instruction:
Troy Hacking – Homeschooling Father, Army Ranger School Graduate
Session I
Cardinal directions/degrees of the compass
The compass/how it works/how to read it
Basic map reading/map scale/measure distance
Pace count – what it is, how to determine it, how to measure it
Session II
Topographic Map reading
Terrain Features
Map Legends
prices
- Fathers: $130
- Sons & Grandfathers: $110
- Prices the same for both bunkhouse cabin and campsite registrations
about the retreat
Biblical Manhood, Leadership, Fatherhood, Sonship … God has a victorious plan for the father/son relationship – demonstrated in the very Godhead. He designed men to be the leaders in home, church, and society and the duty falls on fathers to prepare their sons for this crucial role. Share a spectacular time together learning crucial principles for Biblical sonship, fatherhood, manhood, & leadership. Also enjoy boating, swimming, hiking, group activities, stimulating camaraderie and more during this power-packed weekend.
- DAILY SESSIONS PRESENTED BY SCOTT BROWN: Challenges and encouragements toward Godly manhood, Godly family relationships, and bold & Godly leadership in today’s dark world. (See below for speaker information)
- FATHER/SON TEAMWORK ACTIVITIES: Bible Study project, Father/Son navigation project, and other relationship building activities
- FATHER/SON TEAM COMPETITION:
Land navigation course in the woods using compass & topography maps - GROUP GAMES & RELAYS: Organized Games & Relays, Navigation Instruction, Singing
- MEALTIMES: Delicious food; Enriching fellowship with other Fathers & Sons
- FREE TIME FOR FATHER-SON TOGETHER ACTIVITIES:
Outdoor:
•Swimming* (available at designated times)
•Hiking/biking trails
•Sports field for games
•Volley ball
•Frisbee golf
•Basket ball
•Zip Line
•Playground
Indoor:
•Pool
•Foosball
•Table tennis
•Air hockey
Paid Activities:
•Canoeing and kayaking* (available at designated times ~ weather permitting)
•High and Low Ropes course
•Mountain Bikes
•Climbing
WHAT TO EXPECT FOR WEATHER
- August high temperatures are in the high 70’s and 80’s, with lows in the mid-40’s to 50’s.
- Expect it to be dry, but come prepared in case it isn’t. And don’t forget your mosquito repellent, just in case.
what to bring (all participants):
•Sleeping bag, pillow, and other bedding (mattresses provided in cabins).
•Flashlight, toiletries, and towels.
•Sturdy shoes (no sandals) – some of our trails are rough and uneven.
•Durable all-weather clothing – the weather can be somewhat unpredictable.
•Warm clothes for mornings and evenings
•Mosquito repellent
•Bibles, pens & paper
•Hats & sunscreen
•Gear, as desired, for personal father/son free time activities: mountain bikes, kites, water gear, frisbees, ...
•No tape/CD players, ipods, or music, please
2008 Retreat: “Becoming Mighty Men of God”
SEPTEMBER 4-6, 2008
Lake Wenatchee Camp & Retreat Center, Leavenworth, WA
- Note from an 08 Father/Son Retreat attendee:
A quick note to thank you and all of your team for the tremendous few days Joseph, Tommy and myself had at last week’s Fathers & Sons Retreat … We came back invigorated and with a clear sense of the need for a solid and founded Vision to develop ourselves in Him as fathers and sons.
.Kevin Swanson is a tremendously gifted speaker and I am sure spoke into the hearts of all that were present. He has the modern role of Jeremiah, seeing clearly what is drastically wrong with the world whilst those around him are thinking all is OK! ...
Just as powerful were the stories and testimonies of the young men that we met and [who] are moving forward in Him. To see those riding on the tide of the heritage passed to them from their fathers is powerful evidence of the need to have a vision. We spoke to many new people and were humbled by every one of them, from the youngest to the oldest. My eldest son is now 16 and I thank God that, as you rightly commented, we have just stepped in with enough time to influence his future. He came away from the conference and is excited about his future in Him …
2008 Speaking Sessions by Kevin Swanson:
Session #1 ~ Raising a Mighty Man of God
This message contemplates the unique qualities that God has given boys and presents a challenge that every father of sons needs to hear. It will leave you with a new vision for raising godly sons. This is a much-needed presentation to homeschoolers, many of whom struggle with what to do with young boys growing up and out of the home.
Session #2 ~ The Greatest Fathers the World Has Ever Known
A message that this generation of fathers needs! In a time where it feels that we are “re-inventing” fatherhood, Kevin Swanson brings out, in living color, examples of those who went before us.
Session #3 ~ Living by Pragmatism or Principle
If our children will understand the world, they must understand ethics, the principles that direct people’s choices. And there is no more destructive and insidious ethic operating today than that of pragmatism which loses sight of absolute standards of what is right and what is good. No ethic has been so influential in the way that people make decisions today. When families and entire cultures are driven by pragmatism instead of principle, things begin to unravel. How do you live your life? By pragmatism or principle?
Session #4 ~ The Heart of It All
In this transparent and powerful presentation, Kevin traces a developing relationship between himself and his own son. Kevin drills into the heart of what happens in a home when parents begin to walk with their children. Parenting and home education boils down to one issue – the heart of a parent connecting with the heart of a child.
About Kevin Swanson, Generations with Vision, Colorado
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- Homeschooled himself in the 1960’s and 70’s, Kevin & Brenda, have always homeschooled their five children. After graduating from homeschool and then serving as student body president of a large west coast university, Kevin has filled leadership positions in corporate management, church, and other non-profits.
- Kevin has 35 years of experience in the homeschooling movement and has served as Executive Director of Christian Home Educators of Colorado for the last eight years. As a father who wants to leave a godly heritage for his own five children, his passion is to strengthen and encourage the home-based discipleship all over the world, and to cast a vision for generations to come.
- Kevin is a personable & powerful speaker who ministers to thousands of families by writing articles and books, and speaking at homeschooling and worldview events across the country. For the last 3 years Kevin has hosted a daily radio program – “Generations,” a homeschool and Biblical world-view program aired on AM-FM stations & web radio, reaching families in more than 60 countries around the world. He also serves as teaching elder of a local church and is the Director of Generations with Vision – a ministry dedicated to sharing a message of “truth and relationships in a lost and lonely world.”
- Kevin’s most recent book, Upgrade—10 Secrets to the Best Education for Your Child, was released in 2006 and quickly sold out of its first printing. He also has authored The Second Mayflower and Family Bible Study Guide: The Psalms.
- Kevin has been interviewed on hundreds of media outlets, including nationally known Christian and secular programs.
2007 Retreat: “”Passing the Baton . . .
of Godly Leadership to the Next Generation”
Guest Speakers – Geoffrey Botkin & Sons, San Antonio, Texas
- Session 1—“The Armorial Baton” – Geoffrey, Luke, & Ben Botkin
- Session 2—“The Puritan Baton” – Geoffrey, Noah, & Isaac Botkin
- Session 3—“The Baton of Honor” – Geoffrey & David Botkin
- Session 4—“The Enduring Baton” – Geoffrey Botkin
“Mr. Botkin spoke bold and powerful words of truth. He speaks with authority . . . a modern day prophet who takes God’s Word and applies it to the issues of our day. I have never met or heard anyone quite like him . . . he is blessed with a tremendous amount of vision and optimism for future generations as well as a humble confidence in the Lord.” (C Hayden, 6-16-07)
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- “What an incredible event that was. My sons and I sure enjoyed it.”
- “I just wanted to thank you so much for your commitment to the family! My two sons and I had such a wonderful time at the father/son retreat this past weekend. I was very encouraged and challenged in my calling as father/husband/and priest of our home. . . My boys and I made memories we will cherish forever, as we grew closer to each other, and our Lord Jesus! Our family has also attended the homeschool conference the past two years, which has also been a huge blessing to our family! Thank you for ALL your efforts in support of families and homeschooling.”
- “This was a great retreat. I have been a believer for a while now, but I was inspired to follow Christ even more. I also learned a lot about passing the baton that I never really thought of before. Geoff gave really good Bible references for all that he talked about. I hope to come back next year.”
About Geoffrey Botkin
- Geoffrey Botkin has faithfully and purposefully served the Lord through many arenas: He has written and directed some of the most controversial [i.e., non-politically correct] and widely watched public affairs films of the last twenty years; has produced or co-produced over a hundred documentary films, television productions and other media projects; has trained many young media professionals; has been CEO of an experimental international print/broadcast/ internet media conglomerate; and has lectured widely on philosophy, history, political media, filmaking, and theology . . . to name a few of his accomplishments.
- Mr. Botkin’s seven children have worked alongside him on many of these projects and have recently established the Western Conservatory of the Arts and Sciences
- Personable and powerfully effective in communicating God’s wisdom, Mr. Botkin & his sons will challenge you & your sons to raise your sights and think of Christian life & leadership in ways you’ve never considered before. They will also help equip you for your crucial God-given task: to purposefully & pro-actively lead the current & future generations for God’s glory!
Conference was held: August 23-25th, 2007
LAZY F CAMP & RETREAT CENTER in the beautiful Cascade Mountains
Ellensburg, Washington
Responses to Past Father-Son Retreats
- “The highlights: The ministry of the Word! The practical application of the bridge building and father and son involvement . . . The spirit of the men and sons present . . . Great! Setting beautiful! Evening star-filled sky was a creation wonder! . . . A great weekend for my family!”
- “Not theory or forms, but focus on relationship with God and fathers/sons. Challenges were clear and practical. Great to meet guys and network. Teaching was encouraging and practical. Hearing from [the speakers] was a treasure. Craig boys message was very powerful. Every message was helpful …”
- “Highlights were the meals, music, time with other Christian men. The teaching was the best! I loved the activities that include everyone, young and old.”
- “Every session was addressed to both fathers and sons, the activities were designed for teams of fathers and sons, and even the games were organized to involve a father with his sons. And … you would have been blessed beyond measure [to see] all these fathers with their sons enjoying each other and deepening their relationships … No matter where you are at in your father/son relationship, whether struggling or blessed, this retreat would be a tremendous encouragement. I heartily recommend making the sacrifices and decisions that would enable your attendance of this event in the future.”
- “First, I’d like to express my gratitude…for all the effort put into this event…In my opinion it was a very successful! Michael and I had a tremendous time together. I haven’t spent that kind of individual time with him before. It was a very memorable time for us, and a great relationship foundation builder.”
- “What I liked most about the retreat was that there was a genuine, Biblical heart of fellowship and of “spurring one another on to love and good deeds” that permeated each activity. The teaching sessions were outstanding!”
- “The activities were good and well balanced. The teaching sessions were excellent, just the right blend of theory, theology, and application well tied to Scripture. It was a great blessing.”