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The 2025 Winter Retreat theme – From the Beginning – invited campers to wonder what it means for the Prince of Peace to be humbly born in a manger where livestock normally feed. Campers recognized that God meets them where they are and invites them to share good news throughout the world.
Right before Christmas, Winter Retreat is the perfect opportunity to get the kids out of the house for last-minute Christmas shopping or can be gifted as an early Christmas present to grandkids, nieces and nephews, and other younger family members or friends.
Summer Staff return to Gilmont to supervise campers and lead them in both certified activities and special, winter-themed games and crafts! Activities include archery, canoeing, cookie decorating, caroling, arts and crafts, and so much s’more.
Campers arrive at Gilmont between 7-8 pm on Friday, December 19th. They play games, begin bonding, and listen to a short keynote introducing the theme.
Saturday, December 20th is a full day of classic camp activities, winter games and crafts, and additional keynotes and small group Bible studies. Kid-friendly breakfast, lunch, and dinner is served. The day ends with a campfire and caroling.
Sunday, December 21st is similar to Saturday (full of fun activities, delicious meals, and opportunities to grow in faith and community) with campers leaving at 4 pm.
December weather in northeast Texas is unpredictable and temperatures have been ranging from high 70s to below freezing. Please check the weather forecast for Gilmer, TX prior to arrival to pack accordingly. Below are strong suggestions for what to bring:
Gilmont’s trained and vetted Summer Staff return in the following capacities to lead Winter Retreat for campers.
All staff are responsible for the supervision, direction, and companionship of campers for the duration of their attendance with attention to the following: health, program outcomes, behavior management, group cohesion, happiness, cleanliness, safety, and character and skill development. Staff lead by example, enthusiastically promoting and actively participating in camp activities, and serving as positive and encouraging role models.
There is a $75 deposit to reserve your spot. Full payment is due 14 days prior to the retreat start date. We will contact you as a reminder to pay the balance. If the balance is not paid, the credit card on file will be charged the amount due.
Campers and staff stay in cabins with private baths. Each cabin has two rooms, with each room sleeping up to 8 campers and 1 staff.
Price includes lodging, meals, and program.
Cancellations occurring within 48 hours of registration are eligible for a full refund of all payments, including the registration deposit.
Cancellations occurring more than 30 days prior to the retreat start date will result in a refund of all payments except the $75 non-refundable registration deposit.
Cancellations occurring within 30 days prior to the retreat start date will result in forfeiture of all payments. You will be given the option to apply all payments (less the registration deposit) to a future event during the next 6 months or choose for the funds to be given to the camp as a donation.
Cancellations occurring within 7 days prior to the retreat start date will result in forfeiture of all payments.
Refunds will be issued within 5 business days of cancellation and in their original method of payment.
If Gilmont is unable to host the retreat for any reason, participants will be given the option to move payments to a future retreat, make a donation to the camp, or receive a full refund.
December 18-20, 2026
$225 per person
(Price includes lodging, meals, and program)
Campers and staff stay in cabins with private baths. Each cabin has two rooms, with each room sleeping up to 8 campers and 1 staff.
Whether coming for summer camp, day camp, a retreat or your own facility rental, Gilmont has a lot of activities to offer. Here are some of our most popular.
Take your next step to get involved at Gilmont! We are excited to have you and look forward to having you experience the community and reconnection with nature here.
