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Location: Camp Timber-lee, East Troy, WI
2026 NIC Youth Fall Retreat
Sept. 25-27
2026 NIC Youth Fall Retreat
for Middle School and High School students (6th to 12th grade)
Sept. 25-27
Camp Timber-lee, East Troy, WI
Cost:$180, with a $50 non-refundable deposit
Online Registration
All youth attendees must have a signed NIC Parent/Guardian Permission Form and submit a Camp Timber-lee Retreat Waiver Form before submitting registration.
The Youth Retreat will feature programming from Friday at 7 p.m. through Sunday at 11 a.m. Youth can look forward to three modern worship and teaching sessions, small-group discussions, devotional time, two campfires, and a variety of activities including fishing, zip-lining, axe throwing, and access to the science center, creating a fun and faith-filled weekend of connection, adventure, and spiritual growth.
Questions? Contact Laura Hollinger Antonelli, Director of Student Ministries at First UMC of Glen Ellyn
Why Retreat Together?
As United Methodists, we believe that connectionalism extends to every age group, including our young people. Through our connection, we want to create a supportive and nurturing environment where youth and youth leaders can connect, grow, and serve together.