Getting away from our regular routines and spaces as well as sculpting out a larger chunk of time can be a great way to build belonging and community, wrestle with some big ideas, and practice weaving life deeply. Fabric offers a number of ways for youth to do just that! Whether it is a weekend away on retreat or a whole week away at camp or a summer trip, youth can engage in a variety of new experiences that help us all to think big and show up in brave ways, and they are just a lot of fun too!

Winter 2025:

Weaver-Fray Retreat: March 7-9

Come along to the colorful city of Maple Lake MN for Two Short Days away from our regular schedules and routines for a weekend of winter fun!

You don’t need to Mourn the Winter! There is plenty of fun things to do in the snow and cold! You might be asking What is this feeling of shivers and seeing our breath but never fear there will be a cup of cocoa nearby! And of course, Nothing Bad will happen if we get in little snowball battle or as we Defy Gravity and fly down the sledding hill! So…make sure you are one of the Popular ones and sign up now for the Weaver-Fray Winter Retreat!

You may have guessed by now that we will be watching the movie Wicked together and digging in deeper to the big themes of the movie along with all the other fun things we play and do on retreat!

Friday, March 7 (arrive by 7pm) until Sunday, March 9 (pick up by 1:30pm)
True Friends Camp Courage, 8046 83rd St NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358
Cost $150 per camper (pay what you can options available)
Bring along…winter outerwear (snowpants, coat, boots, hat mittens), comfy clothing, sleepwear, sleeping bag, pillow, personal items.
Don’t bring…electronics, personal snacks (let Heidi or Della know if you want to contribute a snack for the group), or anything dangerous.

SUMMER 2025:

High School Trip to Chicago: July 22-27

Time to explore and experience, High Schoolers will head a few hours east to spend six days in Chicago discovering the city’s wonders and practicing being community.

Location: Chicago, IL
Ages: Kids who have completed 8th grade through 12th grade.
Transportation: Group will travel to Chicago via Amtrak. Travel around the city will be public transportation.
Cost: TBD - will be announced by February 15th info meeting.
Fundraising: Fundraising opportunities and second-child discounts available. Group fundraising begins in December and will be used to reduce travel and overall trip costs.

Registration is due March 18th, 2025. A Fabric waiver and health form must also be filled out (see links below) and emailed to Della at della@fabricmpls.com.

Weaver-Fray Camp: August 3–7

Join Fabric youth (kids who have completed 3 rd grade – 8 th grade) are invited for a week of swimming, boating, campfires, games, creating, and connecting with what it means to live a life woven deeply.