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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Veterans Retreat
November 15-18, 2018
Hello all Vietnam Veterans! You will be welcomed into the serene setting at Camp Bliss. Come and experience an amazing weekend of relaxation. We will take time to relax and enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking north woods setting on three lakes!
Cost is $75.00 per person for the weekend and meals are included. Massages are offered for an additional $30.00 per ½ hour or $60.00 per 1 hour and must be booked in advance.
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Wellness and Socialization for Women with Disabilities
November 2-4, 2018
Hey women! Come and learn new ways to socialize, improve your skills, and learn how to take great care of yourself! Activities will include preparing and cooking meals, games, and time to relax. We will be going outdoors to explore Camp Bliss and do some fishing for those who want to fish. What to bring: warm clothing, medications, and anything else you will need for the weekend. You must have your fishing license to fish.
Cost: $75.00 for the weekend. If you bring your own PCA, there is an additional charge of $35.00. The PCA will also need to register separately for this retreat.
The fee includes: lodging, fishing/supplies, and all meals/beverages. Massages are offered for an additional $30.00 per ½ hour and must be booked in advance.
If you are currently a consumer of Independent Lifestyles, transportation to and from Camp Bliss is offered from our Sauk Rapids location for an additional cost of $15.00. Otherwise, you are responsible for your own transportation.
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Thu15Nov2018Sun18Nov2018Learn More
Veterans Retreat
November 15-18, 2018
Hello all Veterans! You will be welcomed into the serene setting at Camp Bliss. Come and experience an amazing weekend of relaxation. We will take time to relax and enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest in a breathtaking north woods setting on three lakes!
Cost is $75.00 per person for the weekend and meals are included. Massages are offered for an additional $30.00 per ½ hour or $60.00 per 1 hour and must be booked in advance.
