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Senior retreat is an opportunity for graduating high school seniors to connect and have fun with their friends while they reflect back on the last four years and allow God to show them where they have come from and where he is leading them.

When: March 7th-9th

*(Leaving Friday at 3:30PM and returning Sunday at 12:30 PM)

Where: Idyllwild Pines Camp

26375 St Hwy 243, Idyllwild, CA 92549

Price: $255

*** A deposit is required upon registering. Payment plans are available as well. The final balance is due by February 21st. ***

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be emailed to youth@sandalschurch.com and confirmed with a response email. If a cancellation is made by February 1st a full refund minus the deposit will be issued. Any cancellations made from February 1st – February 20th will receive a 50% refund. Any cancellations after February 20th will receive no refund of any kind.

Why Senior Retreat?

Since our graduating seniors are no longer eligible to go to camp, this is their opportunity to get away and connect with their friends and leaders one final time before heading off to college and careers.

Is this about having fun?

Of course it is! It is also about something so much deeper, though. Business has robbed many of our students of the ability to retreat and reflect. We will be learning together how to journal, ask ourselves difficult questions and express our innermost thoughts in community like adults.

Are spaces limited?

Yes, and we may very will fill up soon, so sign up your student today! This is a time where we focus on preparing our students for their next stage of life as young adults, and you will not want your senior to miss out.

Help with Cost:

We understand that the cost of the Senior Retreat may feel overwhelming for some families. Our goal is to ensure that no student misses this incredible experience due to financial concerns. If you’re interested in exploring ways to raise funds or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your campus Youth Lead for guidance and support.

FAQ:

Yes, you will receive an email confirmation after you complete your registration.

Yes, your students registration is linked to your Sandals Church account. Please reach out to your Campus Youth Lead to update forms and payments.

Yes! Please begin by having a conversation about your child’s needs with your Youth Lead at your campus. Once you have done so, please indicate his/her special needs when registering, and we will connect with you so we can best accommodate your child’s needs while at Senior Retreat.

The final balance is due February 21st, 2025.

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be emailed to youth@sandalschurch.com and confirmed with a response email. If a cancellation is made by February 1st a full refund minus the deposit will be issued. Any cancellations made from February 1st – February 20th will receive a 50% refund. Any cancellations after February 20th will receive no refund of any kind.

You may pay by cash, check, or credit card. Payment Plans are available by selecting pay later on registration and contacting your Campus Youth Lead.

We know the cost of senior can be daunting, especially if you have more than one child. We strongly encourage you to involve the whole family and especially your senior to help fundraise. This increases a sense of appreciation and ownership in their spiritual development. Recycling, yard work, housework, and sponsor letters have all proven helpful in raising money. You can request a sample sponsorship letter from youth@sandalschurch.com that we strongly encourage you to duplicate.

Yes! We have waiting list. There is no cost to be on the waiting list. In order to add a child to the waiting list, please complete the online registration at sandalschurch.com/seniorretreat. Should a spot open up for your child, you will receive an email immediately, offering you the position. We will wait 24 hours to hear a response from the first person on the waitlist before calling subsequent families. Once the open spot is accepted, payment and registration for Senior Retreat will be due.

We take our committed volunteers who serve every week in Family Ministries at Sandals Church. Our volunteers make great counselors because they already have existing relationships with the students in our ministries, and they are trained on all of our safety and procedural protocols. Every counselor is background checked by Sandals Church.

Yes. We will do our best to accommodate your request; however, we cannot make any guarantees. Email youth@sandalschurch.com to submit these requests.

For the safety of all students, IDYLLWILD PINES CAMP DOES NOT allow visits by anyone other than church staff. Early arrival or pick-up of students by parents is permitted in certain cases, and they must be arranged in advance with church staff. Please email us at youth@sandalschurch.com if an arrangement is needed for your camper.

If you have a serious family emergency and need to contact your child while at Senior Retreat, you may contact your Campus Youth Lead or Emory Aranda.

No, there is not a full-time nurse on duty but a health aide if needed.

You will need to indicate your student’s medication on the medical form, and at the time of drop off, you will submit all medications at the check in table. All medications must be in their original pharmacy container along with written instructions. Please place everything in a Ziploc plastic bag with the Students name printed on it.

Yes. If your student has special dietary needs, please note it on your Registration.

Yes, we will email the packing list to all registered families once registration is completed.

Yes, they will have opportunities to shop for souvenirs and snacks throughout the weekend $15-$30 is typically just fine.