Artists & Writers Retreat

Come spend a weekend at Waycross to work on new or in-progress projects. Bring supplies and set up throughout our campus, spending the days working independently or with others, however is most fruitful for your creative process. In the evenings, there will be space for sharing, collaborating, and asking for feedback.

• November 14-16, 2025

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 10am

• Ages 21+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Registration closes October 31st!

Waycross Craft Show!

• 10am-4pm November 16, 2025

• All ages!

• Rent a booth and show your crafts, baked goods and other wares off at the Waycross Craft Fair! Folk are invited to come and shop before the holiday season, supporting local artists.

Vendor registration closes November 2nd!

Advent Retreat

This one-night retreat invites adults to pause and find space for rest, reflection, and renewal during the Advent season - a season of expectation and hope. Together we’ll spend time pausing, reflecting and praying through the practices of Taizé-style worship, soul collage and praying in color. Enjoy the quiet beauty of Waycross in winter as you prepare your heart for the season ahead.

• December 5-6, 2025

  • Check-in: 3-4pm

  • Check-out: 1pm

• Ages 18+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $40 per person

  • Please note the $40 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Registration closes November 21st!

Winter Volunteer Weekend

Join us for a weekend at Waycross helping to start new projects as well as with ongoing efforts around our facility! We’ll offer a variety of work for all skill levels. Bring your passion and talent for a fun, active, community filled weekend.

Volunteer Weekends are free and include meals and lodging. Registration is required so that we can make enough food to feed everyone!!

• January 9-11, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 11:30am

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• Accommodation options:

  • Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy

  • Commuter - Come work with the crew on Saturday only (lunch provided)

Artists, Writers & Readers Retreat

Come spend a weekend at Waycross to work on new or in-progress projects. Bring supplies and set up throughout our campus, spending the days working independently or with others, however is most fruitful for your creative process. In the evenings, there will be space for sharing, collaborating, and asking for feedback.

• February 20-22, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 10am

• Ages 21+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Spring Nature Retreat: Blossoms & Bird Songs

Set against the backdrop of blooming wildflowers and birdsongs, this peaceful retreat will offer a mix of guided nature walks, hands-on nature-inspired crafts, and simple seasonal activities for individuals and families of all ages. This weekend is about soaking up the sights and sounds of nature. We invite you to breathe deeply, play freely, and make memories rooted in wonder.

• April 24-26, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 10am

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy

  • Main House/Sleeping Wing - Single Occupancy

  • Cabin - Multi-Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person (3 and under free)

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Mom’s Sunday Supper

Join us for Mom’s Sunday Supper this Mother’s Day! 💐✨ Treat Mom to a delicious meal made with love. Don’t miss this special celebration of all the amazing moms out there! 🍽️❤️

• May 10, 2026 at 1:30pm

• Reservations required.

• All ages and families welcome.

Men’s Weekend

All men 18 and older are invited to spend a weekend at Waycross in fellowship. There will be conversation, programming, worship, prayer, hiking and more.

• May 15-17, 2026 (optional extension to May 18th)

• Check-in: 5:30-6pm

• Check-out: Sunday 1pm or Monday 10am

• Ages 18+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Sunday)

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Sunday)

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Monday)

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Monday)

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Women’s Weekend

Calling all women 18 and older! Come spend a long weekend at Waycross together. We’ll hike, work on a collaborative art project, pray together, and more! There will be space to reconnect—with yourself, friends - new and old, nature, and God - through engaging conversations and shared experiences. An optional personal retreat is available May 31-June 1st for extra time to unwind.

• May 29-31, 2025 (optional extension to June 1st)

• Check-in: 4-6pm

• Check-out: Sunday 4pm, Monday 10am

• Ages 18+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Sunday)

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Sunday)

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy (Friday-Monday)

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy (Friday-Monday)

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Classic Camp

Relive (or experience for the first time) the magic of summer camp! Designed for adults 50+, this experience is a mix of all the classic camp fun, including campfires, s’mores, canoeing, hiking, arts & crafts, and swimming and a chaplain led program.

After a full day at camp, relax in comfort! You’ll stay in hotel-style rooms at the Conference Center, complete with real beds, private bathrooms, and air conditioning.

• July 31-August 3, 2026

• Check-in: 4-6pm

• Check-out: 10am

  • This program runs Friday - Monday. We encourage all participants to stay for the full experience, but we understand that some may need to leave early. If you need to depart early please select the Friday–Sunday afternoon option (departing before dinner on Sunday) during registration so we can plan accordingly.

• Ages 45+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Adult-ish Camp

Adult-ish Camp is the perfect chance to experience the magic of summer camp - with the freedom of adulthood! Designed for young adults ages 18+, this long weekend at Waycross is all about fun, reflection, and connection. Spend your days canoeing, hiking, and enjoying campfires, or simply relax and soak in the peaceful surroundings. Whether you're seeking adventure or just a break from the daily grind, you can participate as much or as little as you’d like.

This program will offer a space to reflect on the transitions of young adulthood. With a mix of classic camp activities and opportunities for reflection, it’s a chance to step away from routine and connect with like-minded people. If you’re ready for a weekend of fun, friendship, and nostalgia, this is the camp for you!

• July 31-August 3, 2026

• Check-in: 4-6pm

• Check-out: 10am

  • This program runs Friday - Monday. We encourage all participants to stay for the full experience, but we understand that some may need to leave early. If you need to depart early please select the Friday–Sunday afternoon option (departing before dinner on Sunday) during registration so we can plan accordingly.

• Age: Young Adults (18+)

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Cabin - Multi-Occupancy

  • Main House/Sleeping Wing Multi-Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. Please note all credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

All Y’all Come to Camp

Spend the weekend surrounded by nature, with classic camp activities like campfires, worship, games, and outdoor adventures - plus plenty of time to relax and unwind at your own pace. Whether you want to dive into all the action or simply enjoy the peaceful setting, this weekend is yours to enjoy.

Join us for a refreshing weekend filled with fun, adventure and community. Waycross staff will lead a variety of activities, and participants are encouraged to take part as much or as little as they like.

• September 4-6, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 1pm

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• All meals included!

• Program Rates

  • Attendance cost is calculated during online registration, depending on your lodging selection. Rates are per person and include program fees, lodging and meals.

    • Conference Center - Single Occupancy: $400 per person

    • Conference Center - Double Occupancy: $330 per person

    • Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy: $260 per person

    • Cabins - Multi-Occupancy (adult): $180 per person

    • Youth 10-17: $200 per person

    • Children 4-9: $160 per person

    • 3 and under: $0

  • Please note there is an $75 nonrefundable deposit for each registration. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. All payment is due two weeks prior to the start of the program.

Fall Volunteer Weekend

Join us for a weekend at Waycross helping to start new projects as well as with ongoing efforts around our facility! We’ll offer a variety of work for all skill levels. Bring your passion and talent for a fun, active, community filled weekend.

Volunteer Weekends are free and include meals and lodging. Registration is required so that we can make enough food to feed everyone!!

• September 25-27, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 11:30am

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• Accommodation options:

  • Main House/Sleeping Wing - Multi-Occupancy

  • Cabins - Multi-Occupancy

  • Commuter - Come work with the crew on Saturday only (lunch provided)

Fall Nature Retreat: Nature Journaling

Immerse yourself in the beauty of fall at Waycross during our Fall Nature Journaling Retreat. The vibrant colors of the changing seasons will provide the perfect backdrop for deep observation and creativity. This weekend retreat will offer a peaceful space to connect with the natural world, using art and journaling as tools to deepen your awareness of nature in the season of fall. Guided prompts, outdoor sketching sessions, and time spent exploring the colorful fall foliage will foster a deeper connection with nature and creation.

• October 2-4, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 10am

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person (3 and under free)

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Fall Festival

• 11am-3pm October 17th, 2026

• All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

This is a day for families and individuals to come explore and enjoy Waycross at the beginning of the fall! We’ll have a pumpkin patch, face painting, chili stations, three-legged races, craft & food vendors, hayrides, and so much more! Folk of all ages are invited to come and join in on the fun!

Artists, Writers & Readers Retreat

Come spend a weekend at Waycross to work on new or in-progress projects. Bring supplies and set up throughout our campus, spending the days working independently or with others, however is most fruitful for your creative process. In the evenings, there will be space for sharing, collaborating, and asking for feedback.

• November 13-15, 2026

  • Check-in: 4-6pm

  • Check-out: 10am

• Ages 21+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $75 per person

  • Please note the $75 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Advent Retreat

This one-night retreat is for adults to come and find space for respite and reflection during Advent. Join us to enjoy the quiet of Waycross in the winter! 

• December 4-5, 2026

• Ages 18+

• All meals included!

• Lodging Options:

  • Conference Center - Single Occupancy

  • Conference Center - Double Occupancy

• Program Rate: $40 per person

  • Please note the $40 payment for each registration item is nonrefundable. All credit card transactions will be subject to a 2.5% surcharge to offset the cost of credit card processing. Payment is due at the time of registration.