Retreat is FULL...but we do have a waitlist.
Scrapbook Essentials BC CREATIVE RETREAT
October, 16th – 19th, 2025 at Camp Pringle in Shawnigan Lake
Theme: “Once Upon a Time”
Check-In on Thursday at 10am
Check-Out on Sunday at 3 pm!
Our retreat is open to all kinds of crafters ie: papercrafting, mixed media, sewing, knitting, quilting and more.
Cost: $475 early bird (until April 14th, 2025)
$550 (April 15th onward)
There are so many reasons why attending our retreat is beneficial:
• a weekend+ away from the everyday distractions
• a weekend+ away to do what you love (crafting of any kind!)
• to be with a group of people who enjoy crafting just as much as you
• 4 days free from dishes and cleaning
• see what others are doing and sharing ideas
• surrounded by nature
• Tranquil Water view
• the reasons are endless….
*Registration is only confirmed once your non-refundable deposit is paid.
Registration at our Creative Retreats include:
• Welcome Package
• At least 3 feet squared crop space (in fact, we have been able to give everyone a full table!)
• Includes 3 nights accommodations
• Includes all meals:
Breakfast: Fri and Sat, and Brunch on Sunday
Lunch: Thurs, Fri and Saturday,
Dinner: Thurs, Fri, and Saturday
ALSO:
• Make n’ Takes offered on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (Optional)
• Earn entries into the Prizes donated by leading manufacturers in the scrapbooking industry (these are not guaranteed….but they have never let me down!) Watch for an update on which manufacturers are sponsoring our retreat!
• A weekend spent with like-minded creatives!
• Tea, Coffee, available throughout the weekend
Registration Small Print:
EVERYONE is welcome to sign up for our Creative Weekend Retreats. Our retreats are open to all types of creatives (papercrafters of all kinds, mixed media artists, sew/quilt fanatics, knitters, etc.)
Please let us know who you wish to room with when registering. If you are alone, we will match you up with another attendee (or possibly 3!). Please let us know if there is a group registering together so I know who to put in the same room/crop table. There are rooms where we will have to book 4 to a room, so please know that we may need to add someone else to your room.
As we have to pay per person on the facility grounds, those who are registered for the retreat may be on the facility grounds. The crop space is in the same location as the food service area. Meals will be taken to your crop space. There is a lovely wrap-around deck where you could sit outside to eat if you wish and take in the waterfront view. If you are registering younger family members, please be advised and understand that all discussions are unfiltered. Please make proper arrangements for the love, care and safety of anyone you registered under the legal age while attending our Creative Retreat weekend. Camp Pringle is also a Christian family camp facility. Therefore, NO alcohol is to be on premise other than the alcohol that we bring for the bar service. We do take out a Special Events License. (If alcohol is discovered other than the bar service alcohol, we will all be asked to leave and it will jeopardise our ability to book in the future).
If you have special needs for the weekend, please be sure to communicate that with us when registering. Remember we want the weekend to be the best- this time is FOR YOU!
Cancellation – If WE cancel the retreat (although that is not our intention to do!), we would refund your money. Refunds for the amount (minus the deposit) will be refunded in full if 2 months notice is given. If you cancel between 1-2 months before the retreat, half of your fee (minus the deposit) will be refunded. No refunds will be given with less than a month notice given. If you wish to find a replacement attendee to take your spot, we are happy for you to do that. Any financial arrangement for your fee to be compensated is your responsibility (between you and the other person). Refunds are also minus the Square Administration fee.
To Guarantee Your Spot – Your spot is secure once your non-refundable deposit is received.
Retreat Payments – You may choose to make one lump sum to pay your retreat fee, or pay on our payment plan schedule. Payment plans will be due on the 15th of each month. We are sorry, but we must stick to the same payment plan for everyone. It is too difficult to keep track of numerous different payment schedules.
No Show – Please refer to cancellation policy. For those who find themselves unable to attend due to extenuating circumstances (after the cancellation deadline), will receive all the regular handouts that the attendees receive. If there is an attendee who is present and can take them to you, please arrange for that. If not, it will be your responsibility to make arrangements for pick up within 1 month after the retreat. If you would like the items shipped to you, you will be responsible for the exact shipping costs.
Accommodations – Camp Pringle is a Youth/Family Christian camp facility. The accommodations are dorm-style. Therefore, attendees will need to bring their own bedding (pillows/sheets/blankets). There is a mattress. This is NOT a luxury resort.
On-site Store – We will bring our mobile store to the retreat. If you have special product requests, please contact Stacey well in advance. Payment for purchases can be made by MasterCard, VISA, Debit tap or chip, as well as cash. E-transfer can also be arranged.
Retreat Fee – Payment Plan – Cancellation Policy
A Non-Refundable (and non-transferable) Deposit of $100.00 will be payable to reserve your spot.
The Payment Plan below is based on your deposit of $100.00 PAID
June 15th = $125.00 (early bird) or $150
July 15th = $125.00 (early bird) or $150
August 15th = $125.00 (early bird) or $150
Total = $475.00 (early bird registered by April 14th) OR
$550 (registered April 15th or after)
CANCELLATION POLICY
(by registering, you understand and are in agreement with this cancellation policy)
2025 Cancellation dates:
FULL REFUND***: if you cancel before August 16th, 2025 (less the $100.00 non-refundable deposit).
HALF Refund***: If you cancel between August 17th-September 15th (less the $100 non-refundable deposit)
NO REFUND: after February 20th
***PAYMENTS MUST be made in FULL by August 15th. Late payment fee of $5 per day will be added to camp fees not paid in full by August 15th.***Please note: Payments to be made by cash, credit card, Debit or e-transfer.
***Also: Any refunds will also be less the Square administrative fees.
Allergies note: A full list of allergies must be submitted to Stacey upon registering. This will enable us to plan accordingly.
By Registering for the retreat, I hereby acknowledge that I have read and understand the cancellation policy for the Once Upon a Time retreat October 16th – October 19th, 2025.
Date: ___________________________________________________________
Name: __________________________________________________________
Signed: __________________________________________________________
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