DuBois Center offers several retreats throughout the year. These weekend and day-long events are built around different areas of interest and are perfect for getting away and enjoying the outdoors. Overviews of these retreats are included below.
Fall 2025 Retreats:
Fall Ride Day – September 6, 2025
A day to bring the family out or get a group of friends together for a horseback ride at DuBois Center. Sign up for a ride time that fits your schedule best. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch for your group to enjoy!
*10 riders max per ride
**Arena Ride: 10:30am. Ages 3-7 with an adult walking alongside the horse. $18 per child.
Trail Rides: 1:00pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm. Ages 8+. $30 per rider.
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Men’s Retreat – September 26-27, 2025
Come enjoy fun, fishing, and “fellow”ship at DuBois Center! Activities could include fishing, canoeing, card games, disc golf, and archery. Rev. Bill Kapp from EvUCC in Highland, IL will be leading us in faith exploration. Spend some time on the lake – appreciating creation and praising our Creator.
- Lodging: Hickory Lodge
- Pricing: $90
- Check-in: 6:30 pm on Friday
- Check-out: 4:00 pm on Saturday
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Mother-Son Day – September 28, 2025
Moms, bring your boys for a day of camp fun! Splash in the creek, row a canoe, shoot archery, and spend time together in nature. Rachael Bearth, the Minister of Youth & Christian Education at St. John UCC in Mascoutah, IL will be leading us in faith activities about the relationship between Jesus and his mother, Mary. A day dedicated to strengthening the bond between mother and son!
- Pricing: $46 for adults, $41 for youth (ages 12-17), and $36 for children (ages 5-11).
- Check-in: 9:00 am
- Check-out: 4:00 pm
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Mother-Daughter Retreat – October 10-12, 2025
Gather the generations of girls together to celebrate and build relationships for our annual Mother-Daughter Retreat! Get ready to relax – activities could include chair massages, pontoon boat rides, crafts, horseback riding, yoga, and walks in nature! Dr. Jillian Mayer, Director of Christian Education & Faith Formation at St. Paul UCC in Waterloo, IL will be leading us in faith discussion and activities!
- Lodging: Hickory Lodge & Main Camp cottages
- Pricing: $140 for adults, $125 for youth (ages 12-17), and $110 for children (ages 5-11).
- Check-in: 6:30 pm on Friday
- Check-out: Noon on Sunday
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Messy Church Family Retreat – November 21-22, 2025
Join us for a fun-filled, faith-inspired weekend at our Messy Church Family Retreat! Discover the joy and creativity of Messy Church as we explore interactive worship, hands-on activities, and meaningful conversations designed for all ages. Messy Church Family Retreat is a unique and welcoming way to connect with faith and family as well as enjoy all the usual DuBois fun (including horseback riding for an additional fee). Come ready to create, play, and grow together in a relaxed and supportive environment!
- Lodging: Hickory Lodge
- Pricing:
- Overnight Option: $92 for adults, $79 for youth (ages 12-17), and $67 for children (ages 5-11).
- Day Only: $54 for adults, $48 for youth (ages 12-17), and $41 for children (ages 5-11).
- Check-in:
- Overnight Option: 6:30pm on Friday
- Day Only: 9:30am on Saturday
- Check-out: 6:30pm on Saturday
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