Summer
Family
Retreat
June 12/13-15, 2025
Take A Family Vacation with Purpose... Qwanoes Style.
The perfect blend of recreation and friendship, relaxation and discovery. Prepare yourself for the smiles. Togetherness. And countless memories. Young, old, single parent…all families are welcome!
OR – CHOOSE THE “JUMPSTART” OPTION AND ADD A DAY! (June 12-15, 2025) SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFO!
Go on an adventure together!
Enjoy a thoroughly enriching experience in a distinctively Christ-centred environment. Through a gifted speaker, excellent food, special music, exciting programs for children and youth, and the warmth and closeness of a fun, family fireside, God will challenge and strengthen your family.
Far more than a great vacation, it is also your best value–where the extras don’t cost extra! You’ll enjoy just the right balance of free-time and optional planned events. All this in the beauty and peace of Qwanoes…where we are seeking to cater to your needs. Come for the highlight of the year for your family!
Featuring: Qwanoes Beach is open…from wakeboarding and riding the Rocket to kayaking and playing on the Aqua Park, tons of water adventures awaits! Plus, from simply relaxing to the fun and togetherness of optional family activities, our experienced program team has something planned for everyone. Our Q‑Town sessions will include singing, fun skits, interaction, and sharing.
Here are some other highlights:
- Quality Children’s & Youth Programs
- Sports and Activities (Please note that some activities have minimum age requirements.) Most of our Land, Challenge Course and Qwanoes Beach activities will be open!
- Special (& Crazy!) Family Times and Firesides
- Great Food…And No Clean-Up!
- Complimentary Evening Babysitting
Basic Rate
| Age | Cost Per Each Person (Summer Family Retreat: June 13-15, 2025) | Cost Per Each Person ("JUMPSTART" Option: June 12-15, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Under 2 yrs | $4 | $5 |
| 2-4 yrs | $35 | $52 |
| 5-8 yrs | $88 | $130 |
| 9-12 yrs | $128 | $187 |
| 13-18 yrs | $179 | $272 |
| 19 & Over | $212 | $312 |
Accommodation Rates
| Accommodation Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| PWL (Pacific Woods Lodge) | $180 |
| PWL - JUMPSTART | $245 |
| SRL (Sky Ridge Lodge) | Included |
| Cabin | Included |
| RV/Tent | Basic Less 10% |
*plus 5% GST APPLIES TO CAMPS & RETREATS
DEPOSIT: An initial minimum amount of $195 is required to confirm a registration.
Key Details
🔊 Speaker: TBA
TBA
📝 Details
- Begins: June 13-15, 2025 OPTION: Friday, 9:00 pm (Register anytime between 7:00 pm to 9:15 pm) Qwanoes will provide bus transportation from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo for both the 3:15 pm and 5:45 pm ferries from Tsawwassen. Note: If arriving on the 3:15 pm ferry, please note that dinner is not provided at Qwanoes on Friday night.
- Begins: June 12-15, 2025 JUMPSTART OPTION: Thursday, 2:00 pm (Register anytime between 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm) Qwanoes will provide bus transportation from the Duke Point Ferry Terminal in Nanaimo for the 10:15 am ferry from Tsawwassen.
- Ends: Sunday, 1:30 pm Mainlanders will catch the 3:15 pm ferry to Tsawwassen.
- Accommodation: Families have the choice of bringing their own tent or R.V, staying in our Sky Ridge Lodge, non-winterized cabins, or Pacific Woods Lodge (limited). You can decide on your accommodation at the time of registration.
- What to bring: Your own bedding, Bible, alarm clock, flashlight, warm casual clothes, personal items, appropriate footwear, old clothes & shoes (just in case!), swimsuit and towels, and rain gear (just in case!).
🌲 Activities
Qwanoes Beach (most activities will be open), Challenge Course (Sky Station, Jet Stream, Sky-Scraper, Screamer, Climbing Tower, Airwalk Village, Breathtaker, Etc.), Hiking Maple Mountain, Horseshoes, Ping Pong, Street Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Foosball, Trampoline, Outdoor Laser Tag, Club Coco, and more.
🏖️ Special Features
- Family Carnival!
- Qwanoes Beach is OPEN!
📆 Family Work Weekend (May 30-June 1, 2025)
Here is a great opportunity for your family to serve together and experience Qwanoes all in one weekend – and there is no cost!
This special weekend will include: serving during Saturday as part of our Summer Work Day, a family fun event and fireside Saturday evening, and a Q-Town Sunday morning (including a prayer walk). For more info go to the Family Work Weekend page.
