Strength for the Journey

A four-day clean and sober retreat opportunity for individuals living with HIV /AIDS. Surrounded by the beauty of Suttle Lake, and supported by a loving and accepting community, participants will be invited to reflect, to rest, and to gain Strength for the Journey.

WHAT CAMPERS ENJOY ABOUT STRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY

~sweet time with old and new friends and with the moon and trees ~ the love we share without borders ~ the kindness and peace I felt from the experiences here will live with me forever! ~ an opportunity to serve a larger community, to be in nature away from normal routine ~ telling my life story and getting to know new campers ~ all the smiling faces behind the masks ~ how much the camp means to me ~ it brings love and strength to an otherwise difficult disease

The cost for this retreat is $25-$165, a sliding scale based on what you can afford to pay.  Camperships are available; please contact the camping office for more information.

This year's theme is: PG PAJAMA PALOOZA!  More information coming in early summer!

All campers will be required to show proof that they have received all vaccinations and boosters available at least two weeks before camp (vaccinations/boosters must received no later than August 3rd.)

If you would like to attend the retreat, please register here.   You will be contacted by one of the retreat team members, after which additional information and forms will be mailed to you.  Your registration will not be complete until we have received that paperwork.

Bus transportation is not available this year. During registration you will be able to indicate if you would like to share the cost of a van or carpool (ride or drive).

If you would prefer to register by mail, you may access that form here.

You will be contacted by one of the retreat team members, after which additional information and forms will be mailed to you.  Your registration will not be complete until we have received that paperwork. 

The Strength for the Journey Retreat is open to any person with an HIV/AIDS diagnosis.

For registration information, please contact our camp registrar at (503) 802-9214 or registrar@gocamping.org

For camp related questions please contact Jane Petke, Suttle Lake Camp Director:

• (541) 595-6663
• suttlelake@gocamping.org
• 29551 Suttle Lake Road, Sisters, OR 97759
• If you are driving, call 511 or check http://www.tripcheck.com/ for road conditions.
• For directions to Suttle Lake camp, click here.