Save the Date: UU Women+ Retreat 2026!

Gather your gear and open your calendars! We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 UU Women+ Retreat is officially on the books. We’re heading to the serene, cedar-scented air of Camp Stevens, located just outside the charming town of Julian. (Click here to register online.)

This retreat is a dedicated space for cis women, trans women, nonbinary, IndigiQueer, or two-spirit people who feel most comfortable in or identify with women’s spaces. It’s a weekend for us to reconnect with nature, ourselves, and one another.

The Details
Whether you’re looking for a quiet hike through the oaks or a soulful Sunday service under the trees, there’s a place for you here.

• When: Friday, Nov. 20 (4:00 PM) – Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026 (12:00 PM)
• Where: Camp Stevens, Julian, CA (approx. 60 miles from the church)
• Capacity: 26 to 52 campers across two cozy lodges: Lax-Sadler and Woltersdorf.
• Activities: Hiking, organized activities, and a communal Sunday service.
  
  

Accommodations & Logistics
We’ve kept things simple and communal to foster connection:

• Lodging: Rooms feature multiple bunk beds with hallway bathrooms.
• What to Bring: Please remember to bring your own bed linens and towels.
• Food: Your registration includes five delicious, prepared meals (Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast).

Registration & Cost
To ensure we can secure our spot at the camp, we have a structured payment plan:

• Total Registration = $250
• Non-Refundable Deposit = $100 (due upon registration)
• Final payment due by Nov. 1, 2026.
• Payment methods:
  • Mail check to First UU SD, 4190 Front Street, San Diego, CA. 92103, Memo line: #310 Retreat Deposit & last name
  • Online: Donation webpage at First UU, Memo: #310 Retreat Deposit & last name

Note: Space is limited to 52 attendees, so we encourage you to register early once the portal opens!

Register online!
Or email Rose Van Oss ([email protected]) to register with a paper registration form.

Help Us Create the Magic!
A retreat is only as vibrant as the community that builds it. If you have ideas for workshops, want to lead a hike, or can help with logistics, we would love your input.

Want to help plan? Please reach out to Adrienne Kaplan at [email protected].

We can’t wait to head to the mountains with you!

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