Summer Family Camp
July 8-10, 2024
Monday 5:00pm - Wednesday 11:00am
Spend the week with us this summer! Serving military members and families, Ironwood’s Operation Welcome Home program is a series of retreats for active military, veterans and their families. Retreats are provided free of charge, providing a place for the military community to come together, strengthen their faith, build relationships and support each other.
Activities include:
- Horseback riding
- Zipline
- Wagon rides
- Campfires
- Swimming
- Minigolf
- And more
Cost: A $50 deposit to hold your family's place will be paid on completion of registration. This is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs no later than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Registration:
Due to high demand, we are prioritizing new families over families that have attended our prior events. The first step is to apply to attend camp by completing the application form.
Successful families will be invited to register online via email, with priority given to those who are new. Spaces will be allocated to previous campers as they become available.
Applications for 2024 are now closed
If you have a certified service animal that will be joining you, please contact the office in advance.
Contact:
Matthew Van Dixon, Program Director
Fall Family Camp
Oct 18-20, 2024
Friday 5pm-Sunday 11am
Enjoy the fall scenery while enjoying fun family fall activities and community with other service families! Serving military members and families, Ironwood’s Operation Welcome Home program is a series of retreats for active military, veterans and their families. Retreats are provided free of charge, providing a place for the military community to come together, strengthen their faith, build relationships and support each other.
Activities include:
- Zipline
- Wagon rides
- Campfires
- Archery/BB guns/Slingshots
- Minigolf
- Fall family games
- And more
Cost: A $50 deposit to hold your family's place will be paid on completion of registration. This is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs no later than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Registration: Due to high demand, we are prioritizing new families over families that have attended our prior events. The first step is to apply to attend camp by completing the application form.
Successful families will be invited to register online via email, with priority given to those who are new. Spaces will be allocated to previous campers as they become available.
Applications for 2024 are now closed
Contact:
Matthew Van Dixon, Program Director
If you have a certified service animal that will be joining you, please contact the office in advance.
Married Couples Retreat
Nov 8-10, 2024
5pm Friday-11am Sunday
The marriage retreat is a time for husbands and wives to have time together to focus on their marriage with a balance of faith-based marriage teachings and rest and relaxation. Some time is spent also enjoying community with other military couples who understand the stress of family military life. A nice candlelight meal is served on Saturday night.
Cost: Registration requires a $50 deposit to hold your family's place, which is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs no later than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Contact:
Matthew Van Dixon, Program Director
E-Mail Matthew
If you have a certified service animal that will be joining you, please contact the office in advance.
Disabled Veterans Turkey Hunt
May 2-5, 2024
Thursday 3pm-Sunday 11am
The Wild Turkey Hunt retreat is for individuals who have become disabled as a result of their sacrificial service to our country.
An inspiring weekend to give hope, encouragement, and the promise of a bright future. Activities include a "Wild Turkey Hunt" sponsored by the National Wildlife Turkey Foundation.
Cost: Registration requires a $50 deposit to hold your place, which is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs no later than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Major Sponsor:
National Wild Turkey Federation
Contact:
Matthew Van Dixon, Program Director
Call 507-533-4315
If you have a certified service animal that will be joining you, please indicate that in your registration.
Families of the Fallen
Feb 9-11, 2024
The Families of the Fallen Retreats at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch are offered to the Family of Service Members who died while serving on active duty in the National Guard or Reserves at the time of their death. Every loss and all causes of death are represented, and the Family is supported in their journey with three days of peer community and the loving care of the Ironwood Staff. Experience the retreat setting of the Miracle Lodge, the beauty of the outdoors, being with others who 'get it' and a gentle agenda that will restore your spirit.
Cost: Registration requires a $50 deposit to hold your family's place, which is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs no later than 3 weeks prior to the event.
Contact:
Matthew Van Dixon, Program Director
If you have a certified service animal that will be joining you, please contact the office in advance.
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