

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fathers in the Wilderness Retreat
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Fathers in the Wilderness Retreat
June 26–28, 2026 — Land Between the Lakes (LBL)

A Migizi Outdoors Community Gathering

ABOUT THE EVENT

This Father’s Day season, step away from the noise and step into the wilderness for a weekend built around skills, bonding, fellowship, and faith.

The Fathers in the Wilderness Retreat is a family-friendly bushcraft weekend designed to strengthen the ties between fathers and their children — and to build a community of men who lead with courage, humility, and heart.

This is NOT a class and NOT a commercial course.
It’s a free community gathering where everyone participates, learns, and grows together.

All experience levels welcome.

📅 Dates &amp; Times

June 26–28, 2026
• Friday Arrival: 1500–1800
• Event Ends: Sunday at 1200

If you need to arrive later Friday night or Saturday morning, just message and we’ll coordinate.

📍 Location

Land Between the Lakes (LBL) – KY/TN
Exact campsite location will be sent to confirmed attendees 48 hours before the event.

Primitive camping. No facilities.
Expect a true wilderness weekend.

🔥 What We’ll Do

Firecraft (beginner to advanced)

Knife skills &amp; carving

Water purification &amp; fieldcraft basics

Bushcraft shelter-building

Cordage, knots &amp; primitive skills

Father–child challenges

Campfire meals

Evening fellowship

Optional Bible study

Sunday devotional

Time to reset, reconnect, and breathe

This is a veteran-friendly, family-friendly, faith-friendly environment.
No egos. No drama. No alcohol.

🎒 What to Bring

Tent, tarp, or hammock shelter

Sleeping gear

Weather-appropriate clothing

Food for all meals (optional shared dinner Saturday night)

1–2 gallons of water per person

Knife, ferro rod, or tools (optional)

Bible (optional)

Camp chair

Any personal items for kids

An open attitude and willingness to learn

A full packing list will be sent after RSVP.

👥 Who’s Invited

Fathers and their sons/daughters

Grandfathers and grandkids

Families

Veterans

Outdoorsmen who want real connection

Anyone seeking fellowship, brotherhood, and outdoor skills

Beginners absolutely welcome

💰 Cost

FREE to attend.
Donations are optional and help fund future gatherings, patches, and supplies.

🧭 Purpose

This retreat is about:
✓ Strengthening father–child relationships
✓ Building memories that last
✓ Growing spiritually
✓ Sharpening survival skills
✓ Creating a tribe of men who lead well
✓ Getting outdoors where real growth happens

📢 HOW TO JOIN

Click “Going” and comment “🔥” in the event discussion.
You’ll receive:
• Campsite coordinates
• Packing list
• Link-up instructions
• Final safety/gear notes

HOSTED BY:

Migizi Outdoors — Patrick Russell
Green Beret Veteran | Wilderness Instructor | Mentor
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairdealing/fathers-in-the-wilderness-retreat/200029680220643
- **Event Categories**: kids, workshops, performances, art, theatre, trips-adventures, entertainment, camping, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029680220643?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=fairdealing-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Fairdealing
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Land Between The Lakes
- **lat**: 36.77698
- **long**: -88.06005
- **full address**: Land Between The Lakes, Grand Rivers,KY,United States, Fairdealing

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Migizi Outdoors (https://allevents.in/org/migizi-outdoors/23894161)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Land Between The Lakes, Grand Rivers,KY,United States, Fairdealing
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Migizi Outdoors
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** kids, workshops, performances, art, theatre, trips-adventures, entertainment, camping, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Fathers in the Wilderness Retreat ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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