More Than Your Average Bear Event!
We all seek acceptance for who we are, regardless of shape, color, or size, and many GBTQ men turn to the Bear community and events like Bear Runs for this sense of belonging. These events offer fun, socializing, and entertainment, but many GBTQ men still struggle with body image and identity, and crave deeper connections.
Bear Your Soul: Summer Camp is designed to address these needs through workshops, playful activities, discussions, and revelry. Our goals is to help GBTQ men of all body types connect with themselves and each other, feel comfortable in their skin, and to embrace authenticity and vulnerability, in order to lead more satisfying lives.
We invite you to CONNECT, PLAY and DISCOVER with us!
HIGHLIGHTS
Food, lodging and all of these activities and workshops are included!
Our signature Loving Our Bear Bodies workshop - a journey to discover the beauty within the bear body in a welcoming community
The Bear-Mazing Race - where teams use the campus in a fun scavenger hunt with fun and hilarious challenges
Daily Small Group check-ins - to help support your journey. These are often people’s favorite part of the experience!
Bear Games: 4-Play - a live game show night with 4 hilarious and interactive games!
Bonfire Naming Ceremony - a Bear Your Soul tradition with drums and celebration where you have the option to choose a nickname that is meaningful to you!
Outdoor Festival and Pool Party - this year there will be a circus theme, featuring the art installations of BearPad, music, games, refreshments and our famous slippy slide!
More workshops - more amazing offerings from communication to massage exchanges, music and more from our presenters!
Old Time Gospel Hour Brunch - Say Farewell with Rev Yolanda’s non denominational, God optional musical celebration of human spirit!
Oh and also - sauna, hot tub, pool, hiking trails, great food and beautiful surrounding!
Our events de-emphasize alcohol and other legal substances. Some events may feature a reception or deck party where limited alcohol is available. While we do not require abstinence, we are interested in supporting conscious connections, and wellness in the lives of those we serve. We provide space for 12-step meetings for those who would like to attend them, and we support people making choices regarding their own well being. Illegal substances will not be tolerated.
Schedule, Workshops and Activities
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Meet the Team!
Our team is still being put together for this event. More being added soon!
Can’t make it to the whole retreat ? Check out the day pass option!
Rates and Accommodations
Rates starting at $595 and up depending on housing type. You can see details and check availability by clicking the register button below!
Rates are per person and include tuition, meals, and housing (except commuter) throughout the entire event.
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