Image Description: A view of Lake Esau from Camp Chickagami. There are trees in the foreground and the lake with the opposite shore in the background. The image has a dreamy, dark, cool green tint. The upper left corner is the wordmark that reads "CAMP CHICKAGAMI." The upper right corner has the wordmark that reads "THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF THE GREAT LAKES." The bottom right corner reads, "retreat season."

It’s Retreat Season at Camp Chickagami!

If you’ve been longing to rest, to be restored, or to rediscover your sense of connection, consider this your invitation. Retreat season is here. We’d love to welcome you to Camp.

There’s something sacred about stepping away from the noise. In the quiet of nature, surrounded by the pristine water, woods, and sky of Northern Michigan, we are better able to hear the still, small voice of God and remember who we are. Retreats offer space for that remembering. They open our hearts, calm our bodies, and reconnect us to the Divine, to one another, and to ourselves.

At Camp Chickagami, retreat season is a time of renewal. Whether you’re looking for quiet contemplation, creative connection, or meaningful conversation, there’s space for you here. Regardless of your background, beliefs, or experience, you are welcome here. You’re invited to come as you are and be gently greeted by and belong in community, creation, and the presence of God.

Explore the upcoming retreats below and consider which one is calling to you:

A woman sits cross-legged on grass with hands in a meditative mudra. Text overlays promote a Spiritual Practices & Gentle Yoga Retreat at Camp Chickagami, August 15–17, 2025, with details and facilitators listed. A serene, nature background sets a peaceful tone.

Spiritual Practices & Gentle Yoga Retreat

August 15–17

Reconnect with your inner self amidst the serene beauty of Camp Chickagami.

Join Deacon Beck Leclaire and Jeff Brown, RYT-200, for a rejuvenating retreat designed to nourish your spirit, connect with God, and gently awaken your body. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to explore various spiritual practices, connect with nature, and find peace within a supportive community. You’ll have flexible time during the retreat to explore the Camp’s grounds, engage in personal reflection, or simply relax and unwind.

Cost: Tiered pricing begins at $300. Commuters and non-retreat participants staying on site are welcome for $200. A $50 deposit and a $30 registration fee are required.

Young Adult Retreat

August 30 – September 1

College-aged humans through millennials are invited to spend Labor Day Weekend at Camp Chickagami. This retreat invites young adults into deeper relationship with God through flexible programming that includes solo time, group meals and worship, and optional small groups like “Holy Homework: Faith & College” and “God, Grit, and Grind: Young Professionals & Faith.”

Retreat participants are welcome to bring their kids aged 10 and under.

Cost: Pay what you can. A $30 non-refundable registration fee is required.

Dark promo poster for a Young Adult Retreat at Camp Chickagami, August 30–September 1, 2025. Gold text over a dusk lakeside scene describes the event for ages 18-35, set in wooded Michigan by Lake Esau. Episcopal camp logo and facilitator’s name visible.
A photo with yarn skeins in autumn colors, dried leaves, and a retreat flyer. Text reads: “Contemplative Fiber Arts Retreat, September 26–28, 2025, Camp Chickagami, Michigan. All skill sets welcome. Facilitated by Rev. Radha Michel-Trapaga.”.

Contemplative Fiber Arts Retreat

September 26–28

Weave together creativity, community, and contemplation amidst the vibrant autumn landscape of Northern Michigan.

Join the Rev. Radha Michel-Trapaga for a restorative and inspiring retreat designed for fiber artists of all skill levels seeking a deeper connection with their craft, themselves, and the divine. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in your creative process within a supportive community, while also nurturing your spiritual journey through contemplative practices.

Cost: Tiered pricing begins at $300. Commuters and non-retreat participants staying on site are welcome for $200. A $50 deposit and a $30 registration fee are required.

Retreat in the Colors: A Silent Fall Retreat

October 3 – 5

Embrace the vibrant hues of autumn and the quiet of inner reflection at Camp Chickagami.

This silent retreat is designed to immerse you in the beauty of the fall season while offering a sanctuary for introspection and spiritual renewal. With guided contemplative practices, time for journaling, and optional quiet activities, this experience allows you to listen deeply – to your own heart, to the voice of God, and to the rhythms of the natural world.

Cost: Tiered pricing begins at $300. Commuters and non-retreat participants staying on site are welcome for $200. A $50 deposit and a $30 registration fee are required.

A retreat flyer over a lake with fall trees. Text reads: Retreat in the Colors: a silent fall retreat, Oct 3–5, 2025. It describes a three-day silent retreat focused on autumn’s colors and stillness. Organized by Rachel Ravellette, @campchickagami.

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