Mens Work & Play Retreat
sponsored by Mountain States Mennonite Conference
Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2026
Arrival: 7:00pm Friday
Departure: 11:30am Sunday
(Note: Friday work participants sign-up on Bern Dining Hall Renovation Volunteer page)
Mens Work & Play Retreat
sponsored by Mountain States Mennonite Conference
Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2026
Arrival: 7:00pm Friday
Departure: 11:30am Sunday
(Note: Friday work participants sign-up on Bern Dining Hall Renovation Volunteer page)
Join us for Men’s Work & Play Retreat with a group from church or a group of friends from across the conference. True to the title, there will be time for both work and play including but not limited to camp projects, foosball, ping pong, chess, human curling, snowshoeing, musical jam sessions, great fellowship and more!
Work & play activities will be offered on both Friday & Saturday with a Thursday and Friday night accommodation option.
weekend worship
2026 Resource Person: Paul Unruh
Paul Unruh is a retired Social Worker who practiced in Colorado, Kansas and Alaska. He has been a service minded, dedicated, and frequent Volunteer with organizations such as Mennonite Disaster Service and Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp. Paul is known as a tree cutter, an avid storyteller and the author of the book LONG JOURNEY HOME; Stories of Hope and Healing.
2026 Theme: The Power of Service & Story: Past, Present and Future
Paul Unruh (2nd from left) evaluating felled tree stump
Schedule & Activities
RETREAT SCHEDULE
- While HOPING to be working on finishes and trim work in preperation for the new maple floor installation early March, we’ll update to reflect which projects we’ll be tackling for the weekend/week we’re together.
FRIDAY
7:00 – Welcome & Introductions (new arrivals)
Evening free time of games, music and snacks
SATURDAY
8:00-8:45am – Breakfast
8:45 – Morning worship singing & sharing
Morning play/retreat activity options
Morning work with Bern Dining Hall projects
10:30am Drinks & snacks
12:30-1:00pm – Lunch
Afternoon – Play/retreat/activity options
Afternoon – Bern Dining Hall projects
3:30apm – Drinks & snacks
5:30-6:00pm – Supper
6:30 – Evening worship singing & sharing
Evening free time of games, music and snacks
SUNDAY
8:00-8:45am – Continental Breakfast
9:00am – Morning worship singing & sharing
10:30am – Brunch
11:30am – Farewell and look forward to next year!
ACTIVITIES
Please visit our Activities page for Indoor and Winter activities.
registration fees
Online registration opens one year prior to the retreat.
Online registration opens one year prior to the retreat.
Participant working on Saturday as a volunteer
(Note: Sat. Breakfast to lunch & Sat. Lunch to Supper)
$0.00
Participant playing and enjoying retreat on Saturday
REGISTRATION INFO.
Deposit
A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at registration. This represents our promise to save you a space to attend (and turn away others) in exchange for your promise to come.
Payments
Payment options include full payment or deposit with remaining balance due prior/at the retreat. To minimize registration/payment lines while at camp, we're encouraging payment in full before arrival via credit/debit cards or e-check (ACH direct payments). Cash or check payment are also welcome upon your arrival.
Scholarships
Scholarship funds are available to help ensure that finances are not a barrier to attending camp. For scholarship assistance please contact the Executive Director, Corbin Graber (719-687-9506 or [email protected]).
Cancellations
Out of care for everyone during this time of coronavirus pandemic uncertainty, the non-refundable deposit policy (i.e. "We'll save you a spot and turn others away if you promise to come") has been temporarily suspended for coronavirus related cancellations. PLEASE stay home if you are experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms for a full refund. You will also receive a full refund should the retreat be cancelled altogether.
Accommodations
Housing is assigned on a first come first served basis for your preferred housing location. The housing location options are Pleiades, Emmental, Aspen (lower and upper), Heidi or Jungfrau. Emmental will be used only when Pleiades and Upper Aspen are filled.
Pleiades/Emmental have two single beds per room and linens (bedding & towels) are provided.
Chalets utilize an area bathhouse and linens are not included. Please bring your own or you can rent them from Camp for $15.
To see detailed information about these facilities please go to our Facilities page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I learn more about my stay at RMMC (i.e. accommodations, altitude, creation care).
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Please visit the "Reservation Guide" page of the website for "YOUR STAY WITH US", "MOUNTAIN LIVING" & "CREATION CARE" information.
What foodservice is offered? Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Camp is pleased to offer a great selection of food choices which include a main dish option, vegetarian option, salad (lunch & supper), and dessert (lunch & supper). Cold beverages (water, orange, apple, grape, crabapple) and hot beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) are also provided.
As much as possible, the camp will accommodate dietary restrictions. An option will be given to list all of your dietary restrictions during registration. We cannot accommodate dietary preferences.
RMMC is not a peanut/nut free location since we serve a variety of campers and guest groups utilizing their own kitchen facilities.
Do you have to be Mennonite to attend camp?
While teachings during the retreat are Bible-based and from a Mennonite perspective, campers of all faiths are respected and welcome to attend.