Trott Brook Summer Retreat

June 29 - July 2, 2025

When

 June 29 - July 2, 2025 (Sunday thru Wednesday)

Where

 Gooseberry Falls State Park in northern Minnesota. Leaving from Trott Brook Hall, Anoka, Minnesota at about 1:00 p.m., Sunday, June 29. We will be returning to the same place on Wednesday, July at about 6:00 p.m.

What

 Swimming, hiking, possibly canoeing, Christian fellowship, Bible studies, sharing, singing, plus other activities as time and weather permit.

Who

 Those who have finished 8th grade through this year's high school graduates. No exceptions please.

How to register

 If you want to come, please register here On-line Registration

Cost

 We ask each camper for a $60 contribution to cover our costs. If you are not able to contribute that much, just give what you can. Make checks payable to Trott Brook Hall or Pay online

We also encourage you to bring a friend if you would like to. The trip is designed to be fun and at the same time to help you grow spiritually.

Due to campground restrictions we may have to limit the number of campers. Please submit your registration as soon as possible.

Campsite

We will camp at the group site in Gooseberry Falls State Park. In case of emergency call (218) 834-3855.

What to bring

  • Bible
  • 1 bag lunch for the first day
  • personal items
  • long pants
  • shorts
  • short sleeve shirts
  • sweat shirt
  • long sleeve shirt and warm jacket
  • swim suit*
  • shoes to wear in water
  • extra shoes
  • raincoat
  • towel and bar of soap
  • bug spray
  • sunscreen
  • pillow
  • sleeping bag (an air mattress is helpful)
  • lantern or flashlight
  • empty garbage bag
  • homemade cookies in a box or rigid disposable container
  • If you regularly take over-the-counter medication such as Advil, aspirin, Tylenol, etc., please be sure to bring your own supply.
*Please be prepared to dress modestly. If you have a two piece swim suit or tight fitting trunks, bring a non-transparent T-shirt and/or shorts to wear over them at all times, including when you are swimming.

Don't forget to mail or bring your Release Form

Questions? Call:
Eric and Karla Thomsen
(612) 919-6862
E-mail: EThomsen2002@yahoo.com