Events

January 22-24, 2025

Join us for a weekend Getaway of fun, fishing, and camaraderie! It’s our 4^th Annual Guided Ice Fishing Tournament on Leech Lake, Minnesota’s third largest lake in Walker, MN.  This event, weather permitting, will take place on Thursday, January 23^rd, from 8:00-5:00 pm. 

 This is a guided fishing tournament on Leech Lake.  We will provide fish houses, bait, and all meals!   All participants must be a Veteran and registered through Camp Bliss.   There are 21 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. We have limited fishing supplies, so please bring your favorite fishing rod or tip-up pole, if you do not have one, we will supply one.

$500 in money & prizes will be awarded!  Wednesday night check-in, Thursday fishing, awards and bonfire and Friday breakfast in our beautiful Lodge setting on three lakes!

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free. 

Starting January 1^st, 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 3, 2025.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

January 24-26, 2025

Join us for a weekend Getaway of fun, fishing, and camaraderie! It is our 4th Annual Guided Ice Fishing Tournament on Leech Lake, Minnesota’s third largest lake in Walker, MN.  This event, weather permitting, will take place on Saturday, January 25^th, from 8:00-5:00 pm. 

 This is a guided fishing tournament on Leech Lake.  We will provide fish houses, bait, and all meals!   All participants must be a Veteran and registered through Camp Bliss.   There are 21 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. We have limited fishing supplies, so please bring your favorite fishing rod or tip-up pole, if you do not have one, we will supply one.

$500 in money & prizes will be awarded!  Friday night check-in, Saturday fishing, awards and bonfire and Sunday breakfast in our beautiful Lodge setting on three lakes!

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.

Starting January 1^st, 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 3, 2025.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

January 31 - February 2, 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 1^st, 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 3, 2025.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

February 7-9, 2025

We are excited to have you join us for a weekend of ice fishing in our beautiful up north setting (weather permitting), take time to relax and escape the pressures of home and focus on your relationship and have fun in the process!

Enjoy the beauty of 48 acres of incredible pine and hardwood forest on three lakes!  Sit back and relax in front of a glowing fire in the beautiful Lodge. You will feel like you are miles away from the stress of everyday life! Come and experience the charm of Minnesota ice fishing at Camp Bliss!

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. We have limited fishing supplies, so please bring your favorite fishing rod or tip-up pole, if you do not have one, we will supply one. 

All our Getaways & Retreats are alcohol free.

Starting January 1^st, 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 3, 2025.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

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 1^st, 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.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

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 1^st, 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.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

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.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

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 1^st, 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.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms

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 1^st, 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.

Printable Flyer and Registration Forms