mfm Leadership Team:
Karen, Margo, Becky
Dates – September 28/29-October 1, 2023
Age – Women (18 and older)
Cost – Starting at $265 per person (see Accommodations Options below)
Margo will teach 5 dynamic lessons from God’s Word throughout the weekend.
Becky and Karen complete the leadership team and will guide you through the retreat.
Don’t miss out on all the fun, faith and friendships!
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“The mfm fall retreat was life changing and amazing. A blessing to each one of us. It was a colorful fall weekend to add to the beauty. So thankful for this experience.”
Julie K (2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
This retreat grew out of our weekly Bible studies and is still offered to our women as an extension of the mfm ministry. For this reason, if you are not a previous retreat attendee or a current Bible study attendee, you will be asked on the registration form to supply a personal reference from someone who is currently part of the ministry.
Fort Wilderness is a not for profit year-round Christian camp located just north of Rhinelander, WI. Fort was founded in 1956, and hosts 8,000 campers each year with the help of 300 staff and volunteers.
(mfm has reserved the entire camp for our weekend).
Upon arrival check in at the INN which is the building on your right after you pull in to the camp parking lot. Each person needs to come in, sign a waiver (if not signed in advance) and receive room assignment.
Thursday Arrival option: Arrive at 5:00pm or after (no meal provided, limited food available in the canteen from 6-7:30pm. We suggest you eat before arriving at camp.
8:00pm Devotional (lantern hike to follow)
Friday Arrival option: Arrive at 4:00pm or after (dinner served at 5:30). Opening Session is at 7:00pm (please note that if you are Friday arrival you are not able to check in before 4:00pm.)
All campers staying in a CABIN should bring their own personal towels, blankets/sheets or sleeping bags, and pillows. Each cabin has its own private bathrooms (1 toilet, 1 shower, 2 sinks) with 5 bunk beds, please note: If you are unable to sleep on the top bunk you will need to indicate that on the registration.
The INN is a hotel-style facility with its own private bath and shower. One set of towels is provided for the entire weekend, feel free to bring more if needed. Rooms have queen size and a mixture of twin size beds sleeping 3-6 ladies.
Thursday arrival meals are as follows:
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- No meals Thursday
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday
- Breakfast on Sunday
Friday arrival meals are as follows:
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- Dinner on Friday
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday
- Breakfast on Sunday
The Fort kitchen staff works hard to make tasty meals. They can accommodate gluten, nut and dairy allergies as well as some special diets related to specific medical needs. If you are gluten free please plan to bring your own bread and desserts as Fort does NOT provide these items. In the past Fort has provided some GF options but they are not guaranteed.If you are on a diet by choice, such as vegan or low-carb, you will have to make your own arrangements to maintain your diet. A salad bar is available at lunch and dinners throughout the weekend.
Casual clothing, warm jackets, sweatshirts, rain gear (ie jacket, umbrella, boots), hiking boots, horseback riding clothes, flashlight/phone, Bible (if you do not have one we will provide one), notebook, and folding/lawn chair and a blanket for the campfire.
(Below is a Basic outline of the weekend)
| Thursday |
Thursday arrival provides time to start decompressing. 5pm Registration Opens in the Inn (No dinner) Devotional at 8:00pm night hike to follow |
| Friday |
Coffee, Breakfast Free time (horseback riding open) Lunch. Limited Fort Activities Open 4:00PM Registration Opens for regular attendees 5:30PM Dinner 7:00PM Opening Session |
| Saturday |
Coffee, Breakfast. Morning Session Lunch. Fort Activities Open Banquet to remember 6:45pm Evening Session |
| Sunday |
Coffee, Breakfast. Closing Session 12:00PM Weekend concludes (No lunch provided) |
*This is a general schedule and is subject to change.
SUNDAY DEPARTURE
The last session will end at approximately 12 noon Sunday. Please plan on attending that last session as it is a culmination of all the teachings throughout the weekend. You won’t want to miss what God has planned.
Horseback riding
Horse drawn trolley rides
Pontoon boat rides
Boating (weather permitting) kayak, paddle boat, canoe
Archery/riflery*
Shot gun range (sporting clays)*
Nature center classes
Crafts*
Games
Campfires
*nominal extra cost
Food (snacks, pizza, treats), beverages, and Fort apparel are for sale in the Canteen along with specialty coffee, tea in the CampGrounds coffee shop.
Nominal fees for optional crafts.
All vehicles should be parked in the main parking lot or in the RV sites located at the back of camp during your stay.
Fort Wilderness is a dry camp, no alcoholic beverages are allowed. Smoking is allowed in the designated areas ONLY.
Accommodation Options
Arrival |
CABIN |
INN |
| Thursday | $310 | Sold Out |
| Friday (Dinner included) | $265 | Sold Out |
Karen MacCudden, Registrar
Cancellation Policy: Cancel on or before 8/1/23 – amount paid minus $50 will be refunded, cancel after 8/1/23 – total amount is non-refundable. Fees are fully transferable, for the same retreat that year, if you can find someone who hasn’t registered yet. Please contact Karen MacCudden to make attendee changes prior to 9/23/23 at karen@margofieseler.com or call 414-852-7015.
(If unable to pay electronically please contact Karen MacCudden at Karen@margofieseler.com or 414-852-7015)