Life Teen Father Son Retreat- Join us this October!
For over 40 years, Life Teen has led the way in youth ministry, answering the call of teenagers who long for a stronger relationship with their fathers. Building on a solid foundation of leading men’s retreats, and in response to this critical need, Life Teen is excited to introduce our Father Son Retreat.
Why We Started This Retreat
The father/son relationship is one of the most vital bonds in our world. Through this connection, behaviors and beliefs are shaped, strengthened, and sometimes, in need of repair. Our goal is to transform and anchor the father/son relationship in Christ. Participants will leave with a 30-day commitment to each other, forming a lifelong bond that will be tested but never broken.
What to Expect
This three-day retreat is uniquely focused on strengthening the father/son (ages 12-18) relationship through engaging outdoor activities like ropes courses, blobbing into the lake, canoeing, hiking, and evening bonfires. Thought-provoking talks will foster deep conversations on topics such as “What is life’s purpose?”, “What it means to be a man,” “How to grow healthy relationships with women,” and “How to heal and move forward.”
Focus on Practical Tools to Implement
Scripture highlights the profound bond between fathers and sons, from Abraham and Isaac to Jacob and Joseph, and ultimately, Joseph and Jesus. As young men transition into adolescence, many fathers feel unequipped to navigate the complex topics and challenges that arise, unsure of how to guide their sons through the misconceptions of manhood. This retreat addresses these challenges, offering concrete, practical guidance.
Registration & Logistics:
Date: April 4 – 6, 2025
Location: Camp Hidden Lake in Dahlonega, GA.
Registration: The investment is $450 per family, which includes registration, meals, lodging, and program materials for two people. Please note – this retreat is organized to be a 1:1 experience between father and son. Please limit registration to one son per father.
“This weekend was one of the most important experiences of my life – right up there with my wedding day and birth of my kids. The graces that have come out of this time with my son have been transformational for us both. I always thought I had a good relationship with him, but now it’s on another level.”
— James from St. Petersburg, FL
“The father/son retreat was, without a doubt, the best thing we have done together. It was structured in a way to provide time for both instructional growth and informal bonding and leisure time. We will both remember the things we learned and value the time spent together for a long time.”
— Dan from Kingwood, TX
The retreat begins on Friday evening with check-in from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. The retreat will end on Sunday at 12:30pm with lunch available to go.
Investment for the Life Teen Father/Son Retreat is $450 per family.
Includes: Registration, Meals, Lodging, and program materials for 2 people
Camp Hidden Lake
830 Hidden Lake Rd,
Dahlonega, GA 30533
The closest airport is the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport. The drive to Hidden Lake in Dahlonega, GA is approximately 2 hours from the airport, but can often take a bit longer depending on Atlanta traffic. Participants are welcome to drive to Hidden Lake, and parking is available at camp.
For those flying in and wishing to avoid renting a car, an optional shuttle between the Atlanta Airport & Camp Hidden Lake may be purchased at the time of registration. Accommodations will be on a 30 passenger mini bus for a fee of $40 round trip per father/son pair. If you plan to ride the shuttle, your flight must arrive before 1:00pm on Friday, and must depart no earlier than 5:00pm on Sunday. Shuttle purchases are non-refundable.
Accommodations at Hidden Lake are camp-style with a variety of different configurations and people per building.
Please plan to bring your own bedding with you. We will have limited bedding available for those who are flying in and cannot fit bedding in their luggage.
We are here to help you! You can always contact the Hidden Lake Team with any questions you may have.