This is an invite-only event.
Father & Son Retreat
A weekend at Camp where we focus on Fathers and their Sons, carving out time for intentional activities together, good food, and worshipping the Lord alongside one another.
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September 26-28, 2025
Dads, you were hand selected by God to instill in your young man a sense of security, hope, and confidence that comes from experiencing the love of his heavenly Father through you. Enjoy a weekend focused on encouraging your son and strengthening your relationship!
The fun starts Friday night with dinner, games, and an opening ceremony at the Silver Creek Ranch before bed. Breakfast on Sunday will conclude the weekend. In between you’ll get to choose from an array of activities to participate in together that are extra but not mandatory. We’ll start Saturday with a breakfast, devotional time, camp activities, and end the day with Tribal Games. Sunday will wrap up with breakfast and a closing challenge. Join us for this unforgettable weekend with your son!
*This weekend is designed for 2nd – 12th grade sons. We encourage those who have adult sons to attend our Men's Retreat for an opportunity to enrich your adult father and son relationship.
Theme: Stand Firm
1 Corinthians 16:13
Retreat Speaker
Alan Bowdler
Alan Bowdler is the senior pastor of The Chapel Medina. A Master of Divinity graduate of Knox Theological Seminary, Pastor Alan has served in ministry for twelve years at The Chapel. Most recently planting a local church in January 2021. A resident of Medina Ohio, Alan and his wife Samantha love raising their four children.
Example Schedule
Friday
5:30 - Check-in
6:30 - Dinner at the Ranch
7:45 - Session 1
9:00 - Activities & Free Time
Saturday
8:30 - Breakfast
9:45 - Session 2
11:00 - Activities
12:30 - Lunch
1:45 - Activities & Free Time
5:30 - Dinner
6:45 - Session 3
8:00 - Activities & Free TIme
Sunday
8:30 - Breakfast
9:45 - Session 4
10:00 - Departure
*Activity and schedules vary by event. Final schedules will be updated within one month of the event.
Retreat Housing
Housing assignments will be made on a first come, first serve basis. We are not able to take specific requests for your housing (unless there is a special need). We guarantee that you will be placed with at least two of your confirmed roommate requests.
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Why Camp Carl?
Camp Carl is fully committed to partnering with families in the nurturing, development, and guidance of children and adolescents. We believe this week – and every week – matters in the life of a child. So we plan to make this a time they’ll never forget!
This is achieved through our positive, energetic emphasis on a personal relationship with God through Christ Jesus, and the understanding that everyone is created in the image of God.
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