Join us for the first bimonthly Wilderness & The Word Retreat, a weekend-long gathering at Land Between the Lakes (LBL) where outdoor skills, fellowship, and spiritual growth come together around the campfire.
This is NOT a class.
This is NOT a course.
It’s a community gathering for people who love the outdoors, want to sharpen their bushcraft skills, and value real fellowship and optional Bible study.
All experience levels welcome.
📅 Dates & Times
Saturday, January 31 – Monday, February 2 (Super Bowl Weekend Avoided!)
• Arrival Window: Saturday 0900–1000
• Conclusion: Sunday 1200
(If you need to arrive later, just message.)
📍 Location
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area (LBL)
Exact campsite location will be sent to all attendees 48 hours prior.
Primitive camping. No hookups. No facilities.
Expect a true backcountry-style weekend.
💰 Cost
FREE to attend.
Donations optional but appreciated.
🔥 What We’ll Do
• Firecraft (beginner to advanced)
• Knife skills & carving
• Shelter-building
• Water procurement & purification
• Cordage & knots
• Land navigation basics
• Skill-sharing rotations (everyone teaches ONE small skill)
• Communal campfire meals
• Campfire Bible study (optional)
• Morning devotional
• Fellowship, mentorship & community building
This is a friendly, veteran-welcoming environment.
No egos. No drama. No alcohol.
🎒 What to Bring
• Tent or shelter
• Cold-weather clothing
• Sleeping bag rated for winter temps
• Food for all meals (optional communal dinner Sat night)
• 1–2 gallons of water
• Knife / ferro rod / tools (optional)
• Bible (optional)
• Headlamp
• Chair
• Anything else you’d want for a winter weekend outdoors
Full packing list sent after RSVP.
👥 Who’s Invited
✓ Veterans
✓ Outdoor enthusiasts
✓ Bushcrafters
✓ Beginners
✓ Families
✓ Anyone wanting community
✓ Anyone wanting a reset in nature
✓ People of faith or simply curious — Bible study is optional & pressure-free
🧭 Purpose
To build real community.
To share and sharpen outdoor skills.
To grow spiritually and mentally.
To enjoy the outdoors the way it was meant to be.
To create a recurring gathering of men, women, families, and veterans who want something REAL.
📢 How to Join
Click “Going” on this event
AND comment “🔥” in the discussion so we know who’s active.
A message with location, packing list, and link-up instructions will be sent privately to confirmed attendees.
Hosted By:
Migizi Outdoors – Patrick Russell
Green Beret Veteran | Wilderness Instructor | Bladesmith
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