Retreats of all kinds offer spiritual, physical, and mental renewal as you spend time in a place free of your daily responsibilities. Jesus shows us on several occasions the importance of setting aside time for yourself and your relationship with God and others. The individual benefits of a retreat can include quiet time of peace and personal study, the chance to spend extra time enjoying a hobby, or even the opportunity to make new friends.
Unless otherwise noted, retreats start after dinner on Friday and end before lunch on the last day.
REGISTRATION for WINTER 2026 Opens Nov 15, 2025
We are in the process of switching to a new registration platform. In the interim, we are using Google Forms for registration. Please answer questions and follow instructions in the form, and reach out to us if you need assistance.
Unless otherwise noted, retreats start after dinner on Friday and end before lunch on the last day.
REGISTRATION for WINTER 2026 Opens Nov 15, 2025
We are in the process of switching to a new registration platform. In the interim, we are using Google Forms for registration. Please answer questions and follow instructions in the form, and reach out to us if you need assistance.
January 16-18 or 19, 2026
February 20-22 or 23, 2026
Bring your creativity and snow boots to an incredible winter haven! Dedicate time to your craft project, snowshoe, cross country ski, or get out on the tubing hill. Or just relax and read a book! However you choose to experience your getaway, it’s a weekend of fellowship with other women from all over Idaho celebrating God’s grace and His creation. Don’t forget to schedule a massage for that perfect treat!
Lodging in Retreat Center.
Pricing
2 nights: $180 early registration price*
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. Early dinner Friday included if you arrive early on 3pm shuttle!
3rd night: $50 for extra night and 2 meals, Sunday dinner through Monday brunch
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Massage
Schedule a massage through your registration portal! Pay massage therapist directly at camp through cash, Venmo, or check.
Special massage rate for Camp Perkins retreat guests: 1 hour: $100; 1.5 hrs: $135
February 20-22 or 23, 2026
Bring your creativity and snow boots to an incredible winter haven! Dedicate time to your craft project, snowshoe, cross country ski, or get out on the tubing hill. Or just relax and read a book! However you choose to experience your getaway, it’s a weekend of fellowship with other women from all over Idaho celebrating God’s grace and His creation. Don’t forget to schedule a massage for that perfect treat!
Lodging in Retreat Center.
- Get started early on Friday and come for the 3 pm shuttle and dinner!
- Extend your stay through Monday for more time at camp
Pricing
2 nights: $180 early registration price*
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. Early dinner Friday included if you arrive early on 3pm shuttle!
3rd night: $50 for extra night and 2 meals, Sunday dinner through Monday brunch
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Massage
Schedule a massage through your registration portal! Pay massage therapist directly at camp through cash, Venmo, or check.
Special massage rate for Camp Perkins retreat guests: 1 hour: $100; 1.5 hrs: $135
February 13-15 or 16, 2026
(Presidents' Day Weekend)
Join us for tubing and snowshoeing, snowman-building contests, and games by the fire. You can bring your own snowmobiles or rent snowmobiles from Smiley Creek Lodge for some added fun. There is limited space in the Retreat Center, so register early! Lodging in Retreat Center and Cabins.
“Thank you for an unbelievably great winter weekend retreat. I thought I loved Camp Perkins in the summer, but having experienced it in the winter I love it even more!” - Beth Cofer
Early Registration Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $135 | Children 4-17: $100
Cabins: Adults: $125 | Children 4-17: $85
Meals include Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Holiday weekend option to extend stay until Monday!
Extended Stay: $55/person in RC and $50/person in cabins. Includes extra night and 3 extra meals (lunch & dinner Sunday, brunch Monday).
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
(Presidents' Day Weekend)
Join us for tubing and snowshoeing, snowman-building contests, and games by the fire. You can bring your own snowmobiles or rent snowmobiles from Smiley Creek Lodge for some added fun. There is limited space in the Retreat Center, so register early! Lodging in Retreat Center and Cabins.
“Thank you for an unbelievably great winter weekend retreat. I thought I loved Camp Perkins in the summer, but having experienced it in the winter I love it even more!” - Beth Cofer
Early Registration Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $135 | Children 4-17: $100
Cabins: Adults: $125 | Children 4-17: $85
Meals include Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Holiday weekend option to extend stay until Monday!
Extended Stay: $55/person in RC and $50/person in cabins. Includes extra night and 3 extra meals (lunch & dinner Sunday, brunch Monday).
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
March 20-22, 2026
Ignore your cell phone (which doesn't work at camp anyway!) Ice-fish from sun up to sun down on Perkins Lake. Snowshoe and cross country ski or explore some of the best backcountry skiing terrain. Barrel down the tubing run! Snowmobile in the powder or on the trails of the Sawtooth Mountains - bring your own or rent one from Smiley Creek Lodge.
Lodging in Retreat Center, and extra space in Cabins if needed.
Early Registration Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: $180
Cabin: $155
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Ignore your cell phone (which doesn't work at camp anyway!) Ice-fish from sun up to sun down on Perkins Lake. Snowshoe and cross country ski or explore some of the best backcountry skiing terrain. Barrel down the tubing run! Snowmobile in the powder or on the trails of the Sawtooth Mountains - bring your own or rent one from Smiley Creek Lodge.
Lodging in Retreat Center, and extra space in Cabins if needed.
Early Registration Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: $180
Cabin: $155
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast
*Includes $10/person discount for registrations up to 14 days before event
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
May 22-25, 2026
FREE EVENT
(Memorial Day Weekend)
Special Projects: We would love to have Thrivent Action Teams for special projects. Please email [email protected] if you would like to sponsor a Thrivent Action Team.
Join in Christian fellowship while preparing camp for summer programs and the arrival of 1000+ children and families. Friday evening - Monday lunch, or any portion thereof. FREE lodging and meals, evening sing-a-longs, and campfire devotions. We are grateful for your help – we couldn’t do it without you!
Lodging in Retreat Center and cabins. Meals include Saturday breakfast through Monday lunch.
Typical Projects:
Free Event for the whole family!
(But registration required so we can prepare lodging, meals, and projects for you!)
FREE EVENT
(Memorial Day Weekend)
Special Projects: We would love to have Thrivent Action Teams for special projects. Please email [email protected] if you would like to sponsor a Thrivent Action Team.
Join in Christian fellowship while preparing camp for summer programs and the arrival of 1000+ children and families. Friday evening - Monday lunch, or any portion thereof. FREE lodging and meals, evening sing-a-longs, and campfire devotions. We are grateful for your help – we couldn’t do it without you!
Lodging in Retreat Center and cabins. Meals include Saturday breakfast through Monday lunch.
Typical Projects:
- Move boats and tables out of the Lodge
- Prepare cabins for summer campers
- Move kitchen from Retreat Center to the Lodge
- Set up and anchor sailboats
- Check and inventory Ridges gear
- Cut and chop wood for camp fire pit
Free Event for the whole family!
(But registration required so we can prepare lodging, meals, and projects for you!)
June 28-July 3, 2026
This event books fast!
Check-in is at 4:30pm on Sunday.
A week together at camp is a special time for families! Participate in activities we plan for you, or just enjoy afternoons together in whatever way you wish! Planned activities include canoeing, kayaking, sailing, climbing tower, archery, mountain biking, cookouts, and arts and crafts. Other options available on site include volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, swimming, and fly fishing. Visit Redfish Lake and Stanley. Discover the many hiking trails nearby. Bring your boat with you, spend time on Lake Alturas, and enjoy a picnic lunch on the lake shore. For an additional fee, you can sign-up for Whitewater Rafting or Horseback Riding. We will also spend time in daily Bible study and evening campfire devotions. Grow in Christ together, get to know other families, and build memories.
Lodging in Retreat Center and Cabins.
(We also have another Family Camp Week without programming, later in July, and a Family Weekend! Scroll down for info.)
Pricing for 5 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $275 | Children 4-17: $135
Cabins: Adults: $240 | Children 4-17: $115
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $200 | Children 4-17: $100
Meals include Sunday dinner to Friday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
This event books fast!
Check-in is at 4:30pm on Sunday.
A week together at camp is a special time for families! Participate in activities we plan for you, or just enjoy afternoons together in whatever way you wish! Planned activities include canoeing, kayaking, sailing, climbing tower, archery, mountain biking, cookouts, and arts and crafts. Other options available on site include volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, swimming, and fly fishing. Visit Redfish Lake and Stanley. Discover the many hiking trails nearby. Bring your boat with you, spend time on Lake Alturas, and enjoy a picnic lunch on the lake shore. For an additional fee, you can sign-up for Whitewater Rafting or Horseback Riding. We will also spend time in daily Bible study and evening campfire devotions. Grow in Christ together, get to know other families, and build memories.
Lodging in Retreat Center and Cabins.
(We also have another Family Camp Week without programming, later in July, and a Family Weekend! Scroll down for info.)
Pricing for 5 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $275 | Children 4-17: $135
Cabins: Adults: $240 | Children 4-17: $115
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $200 | Children 4-17: $100
Meals include Sunday dinner to Friday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
July 17-19, 2026
Raising a child as a single parent is challenging as you balance work, time with your child, and nurturing the faith of your family. This retreat is designed to provide you with valuable support and life-changing opportunities. Enjoy meals cooked for you, games and activities, faith development, and most of all, time with your child in God’s beautiful creation.
Lodging in cabins.
Pricing: Free with $10/person deposit. Deposit is refundable after retreat if you attend!
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast.
Raising a child as a single parent is challenging as you balance work, time with your child, and nurturing the faith of your family. This retreat is designed to provide you with valuable support and life-changing opportunities. Enjoy meals cooked for you, games and activities, faith development, and most of all, time with your child in God’s beautiful creation.
Lodging in cabins.
Pricing: Free with $10/person deposit. Deposit is refundable after retreat if you attend!
Meals include Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast.
July 19-24, 2026
Check-in is at 4:30pm on Sunday.
In the midst of busy and scheduled lives, let this week be a time to bring you back together! Though some basic activities will be available, the schedule for this week will be simple and open. We'll provide the meals, and you can build your own adventures throughout the Sawtooths. Need ideas? We've got plenty of them! Or simply enjoy paddling on the lake, lounging on the deck, and relaxing together as a family.
Activities: Lake activities! We will have the canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and pedal boats available for you. The volleyball court, basketball court, gaga ball pit, and horseshoes will also be available. Climbing tower and mountain biking sessions will be scheduled, but no other organized activities or sessions will be led by camp staff.
Free time to enjoy camp or explore the surrounding areas! We will provide recommendations for local hikes and other local activities if you choose to venture off site.
Pricing for 5 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $275 | Children 4-17: $135
Cabins: Adults: $240 | Children 4-17: $115
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $200 | Children 4-17: $100
Meals include Sunday dinner to Friday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Check-in is at 4:30pm on Sunday.
In the midst of busy and scheduled lives, let this week be a time to bring you back together! Though some basic activities will be available, the schedule for this week will be simple and open. We'll provide the meals, and you can build your own adventures throughout the Sawtooths. Need ideas? We've got plenty of them! Or simply enjoy paddling on the lake, lounging on the deck, and relaxing together as a family.
Activities: Lake activities! We will have the canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and pedal boats available for you. The volleyball court, basketball court, gaga ball pit, and horseshoes will also be available. Climbing tower and mountain biking sessions will be scheduled, but no other organized activities or sessions will be led by camp staff.
Free time to enjoy camp or explore the surrounding areas! We will provide recommendations for local hikes and other local activities if you choose to venture off site.
Pricing for 5 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $275 | Children 4-17: $135
Cabins: Adults: $240 | Children 4-17: $115
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $200 | Children 4-17: $100
Meals include Sunday dinner to Friday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
July 31 - August 2, 2026
Time set apart for your family, or friends who are like family, to grow in Christ together, get to know other families, and build memories.
Friends and Family Summer Weekend offers a weekend for friends and family to come together for time to focus on each other. Canoe, kayak, swim, catch a fish, climb the tower, or climb a mountain! For an additional fee, sign up for Whitewater Rafting or Horseback Riding; we'll provide the outfitter contacts.
"Camp for us has become a refocus – a place for us to push past the busyness that life brings and redirect ourselves to our God. It is a place where we can connect and reconnect with friends who also love the Lord – a place where friends have become family.” – Les & Daysha Anderson
Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $135 | Children 4-17: $100
Cabins: Adults: $125 | Children 4-17: $85
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $110| Children 4-17: $75
Meals include Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
Time set apart for your family, or friends who are like family, to grow in Christ together, get to know other families, and build memories.
Friends and Family Summer Weekend offers a weekend for friends and family to come together for time to focus on each other. Canoe, kayak, swim, catch a fish, climb the tower, or climb a mountain! For an additional fee, sign up for Whitewater Rafting or Horseback Riding; we'll provide the outfitter contacts.
"Camp for us has become a refocus – a place for us to push past the busyness that life brings and redirect ourselves to our God. It is a place where we can connect and reconnect with friends who also love the Lord – a place where friends have become family.” – Les & Daysha Anderson
Pricing for 2 Nights*
Retreat Center: Adults $135 | Children 4-17: $100
Cabins: Adults: $125 | Children 4-17: $85
RV/Trailer/Tent: Adults $110| Children 4-17: $75
Meals include Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast.
Maximum family price: contact [email protected]
*Nonrefundable deposit of $30/person required for registration
October 17-19, 2025
FREE EVENT
Join in Christian fellowship as we prepare the camp for winter from Friday evening through Sunday lunch, or any portion thereof. FREE lodging and meals, evening sing-alongs, and campfire devotions. We are grateful for your help! Lodging in RC or cabins based on availability.
Put together a Thrivent Action Team for a special project! Email our office for more information.
Typical Projects:
(But registration required so we can prepare lodging, meals, and projects for you!)
FREE EVENT
Join in Christian fellowship as we prepare the camp for winter from Friday evening through Sunday lunch, or any portion thereof. FREE lodging and meals, evening sing-alongs, and campfire devotions. We are grateful for your help! Lodging in RC or cabins based on availability.
Put together a Thrivent Action Team for a special project! Email our office for more information.
Typical Projects:
- Cleaning out and winterizing cabins
- Moving boats and tables into the Lodge for winter storage
- Moving the Lodge kitchen to the Retreat Center
- Making repairs and chopping wood
(But registration required so we can prepare lodging, meals, and projects for you!)
October 24-26, 2025 (2025 program information below)
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in the Sawtooth Mountains and join us for a weekend of fellowship! There will be time for enjoying the outdoors, exploring God's Word, fellowship with other women, and praise and worship. Outdoor activities include hiking, kayaking, and more. This retreat is designed to be an encouragement and to bring spiritual renewal to women of the West. Massage appointments are available! Lodging in Retreat Center.
Click to WATCH the VIDEO about the Women's Retreat
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather in the Sawtooth Mountains and join us for a weekend of fellowship! There will be time for enjoying the outdoors, exploring God's Word, fellowship with other women, and praise and worship. Outdoor activities include hiking, kayaking, and more. This retreat is designed to be an encouragement and to bring spiritual renewal to women of the West. Massage appointments are available! Lodging in Retreat Center.
Click to WATCH the VIDEO about the Women's Retreat
Retreat details
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Cost:
$175/person* early registration $185/person* if registering within 14 days of event *$30 non-refundable deposit required with registration. Massage prices: (You will pay massage therapist directly with cash, check, or Venmo, so please bring payment method to retreat): 1 hr: $100 1.5 hrs: $135 |
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SpeakerS 2026: Becky Oswald & Kerry Bauer
Becky Oswald is a Thanatologist (someone who studies death and its impact on society, psychology, and medicine) with a passion for teaching and equipping people in understanding and acceptance of death and grief in our complex and diverse world. Holding a BA in Christian Education and an MS in Thanatology, she is also a widow, a wife, and a mother of three. She spent four summers working at Camp Perkins in the late 90s, and it will always be a special place to her.
Kerry Bauer has served as the Worship and Music Minister at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Aloha, OR, for over 15 years. You will find her at her happy place behind a piano playing and singing to Jesus. Add others to the mix, and there is just about no other place she would rather be! Kerry, her husband Ben, and their four children love to spend time together playing pinochle, singing to musicals, and spending time in God's glorious creation.
theme: Companioning: Walking Alongside One Another in Times of Grief
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Grief can be an uncomfortable topic, yet it touches each one of us. "Companioning: Walking Alongside One Another in Times of Grief" is an intentional women's weekend focused on learning how to come alongside each other in times of grief - gaining practical skills and knowledge to know how best to support those we love. Becky Oswald, a Death and Grief Educator, will lead the group through the 11 Tenets of Companioning, as coined by Dr. Alan Wolfelt, and the Biblical components of each tenet. Get ready for a weekend of learning, growing closer in Christian love for one another, and participating in incredible times of worship led by Kerry Bauer.
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