2025 Camp Bliss Retreats for Veterans, Law Enforcement and People with Disabilities!
We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you! We have been very successful with our legislative pursuits for funding of Veteran Retreats/Getaways at Camp Bliss.
- Starting January 1st of 2025, we will now charge a $100 refundable registration fee for all our Getaways/Retreats. What this means is we have reserved a spot exclusively for you, when you cancel another Veteran could have had that spot. If you attend your scheduled Getaway/Retreat, we will then refund your $100 if you are a qualifying Veteran. If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled retreat, you will not get the $100 fee back, as we are required to purchase supplies and food in advance.
- For non-qualifying Veterans there will be a fee of $100 per person to attend a getaway or retreat. If you have questions about the guidelines please call Lori at (320) 281-2016.
- We will now be allowed to include Spouses, children (under 18), and active-duty service members!
You may come up to two retreats per year during MDVA Calendar Year September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025!! We have added many exciting retreats due to this!! A complete list of 2025 Retreats and Getaways are listed below! **You will still be required to submit the appropriate documentation, DD214 (Member 4) and Driver’s license or state ID. If a spouse is attending and has a different last name, you will be required to show proof of marriage before you are considered “registered.” Once you are, please commit fully to attending your retreat as there are limited spots for each one and if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated
If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: Register@campbliss.org or call 320-281-2016
Click on any of the events below for more information.
All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.
2025 Upcoming Camp Bliss Retreats.
Veterans Ice Fishing Tournament Getaway – January 22-24, 2025
Veterans Ice Fishing Tournament Getaway – January 24-26, 2025
Female Veterans Getaway – January 31 – February 2, 2025
Veterans & Spouses Ice Fishing Getaway – February 7-9, 2025
Female Veterans Getaway – March 7-9, 2025
Veterans & Spouses R&R Getaway – April 11-13, 2025
Female Veterans Getaway – May 2-4, 2025
Veterans Turkey Hunt Getaway – May 16-18, 2025
MDVA Website: https://mn.gov/mdva
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March 7-9, 2025
We appreciate the women who have served our country. We are excited to welcome you to the serene and supportive setting of Camp Bliss! Join us for an empowering getaway and unite with fellow women, rejuvenate in nature, and take part in activities tailored just for you. Let us celebrate your spirit, resilience, and journey and connect with other female Veterans.
Enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking
north woods setting on three lakes! There are 10 available spots for veterans that are first-come-first serve basis, we will also have a waiting list. Please commit fully to attending your retreat, if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.
All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.
Starting January 1st, 2025, we will now charge a $100 refundable registration fee for all our Getaways/Retreats. What this means is we have reserved a spot exclusively for you, when you cancel another Veteran could have had that spot. If you attend your scheduled Getaway/Retreat, we will then refund your $100. If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled retreat, you will not get the $100 fee back, as we are required to purchase supplies and food in advance.
If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: Register@campbliss.org or call 320-281-2016
We need to receive your registration by Friday, January 31, 2025.
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April 11-13, 2025
You will be welcomed into the serene and supportive setting at Camp Bliss. Come and experience an amazing weekend of healing, relaxation, and learning. We want you to escape the pressures of home and focus on renewing your relationship and have fun in the process. We will have time to enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking north woods setting on three lakes!
There are 10 Couples spots that are first-come-first serve basis, we will also have a waiting list. Please commit fully to attending your retreat, if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.
All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.
Starting January 1st, 2025, we will now charge a $100 refundable registration fee for all our Getaways/Retreats. What this means is we have reserved a spot exclusively for you, when you cancel another Veteran could have had that spot. If you attend your scheduled Getaway/Retreat, we will then refund your $100. If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled retreat, you will not get the $100 fee back, as we are required to purchase supplies and food in advance.
If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: Register@campbliss.org or call 320-281-2016
We need to receive your registration by Friday, March 7, 2025.
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April 25-27, 2025
Come and learn new ways to socialize, improve your skills, and learn how to take great care of yourself! This retreat welcomes anyone with any type of disability.
The total cost for the weekend is $75, if you bring your own PCA, there’s an additional charge of $50, and the PCA will need to register separately for this retreat.
This retreat includes lodging, all meals, beverages, and materials.
What to bring: weather appropriate clothing, medications, blanket, pillow, towels, personal water bottle and anything else you will need for the weekend.
Transportation to and from Camp Bliss is offered from our Sauk Rapids location for an additional charge of $20. Otherwise, you are responsible for your own transportation.
We need to receive your registration by Friday, March 28, 2025.
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May 2-4, 2025
We appreciate the women who have served our country. We are excited to welcome you to the serene and supportive setting of Camp Bliss! Join us for an empowering getaway and unite with fellow women, rejuvenate in nature, and take part in activities tailored just for you. Let us celebrate your spirit, resilience, and journey and connect with other female Veterans.
Enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking
north woods setting on three lakes! There are 10 available spots for veterans that are first-come-first serve basis, we will also have a waiting list. Please commit fully to attending your retreat, if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.
All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.
Starting January 1st, 2025, we will now charge a $100 refundable registration fee for all our Getaways/Retreats. What this means is we have reserved a spot exclusively for you, when you cancel another Veteran could have had that spot. If you attend your scheduled Getaway/Retreat, we will then refund your $100. If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled retreat, you will not get the $100 fee back, as we are required to purchase supplies and food in advance.
If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: Register@campbliss.org or call 320-281-2016
We need to receive your registration by Friday, April 4, 2025.
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May 16-18, 2025
Veterans welcome to our annual Turkey Hunt! All hunters are required to have a valid Minnesota turkey license and will be partnered with a volunteer caller. You will stay at Camp Bliss where all your lodging and meals are provided. Come and enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking north woods setting on three lakes!
There are 10 available spots for veterans that are first-come-first serve basis, we will also have a waiting list. Please commit fully to attending your retreat, if you do not show up, that is a Veteran’s spot that you have eliminated.
All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.
Starting January 1st, 2025, we will now charge a $100 refundable registration fee for all our Getaways/Retreats. What this means is we have reserved a spot exclusively for you, when you cancel another Veteran could have had that spot. If you attend your scheduled Getaway/Retreat, we will then refund your $100. If you cancel within 7 days of the scheduled retreat, you will not get the $100 fee back, as we are required to purchase supplies and food in advance.
If a Retreat/Getaway says FILLED, please email or call Lori O. to be put on a waiting list: Register@campbliss.org or call 320-281-2016
We need to receive your registration by Friday, April 11, 2025.