Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall
10 acres, Camp Journey is a place to rest, play, and connect. Located at the entryway to the Texas Hill Country in the heart of Austin County. this rustic retreat destination is a perfect place for retreats. The retreat sits on an 8-acre lake filled with kayaks and canoes, floating dock, beach area, waterfront, fire pit, swinging benches, outdoor activities pavilion, fishing dock, outdoor picnic area, indoor event space with stage, dining hall, commercial kitchen, and much more. Cabin 1 has 33 twin beds, 2 king beds, and 5 double beds. Cabin 2 has 33 twin beds, 3 double beds and 2 king beds. Cabin 3 has 5 double beds and 7 twin bunk beds. All have toilets & showers.
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Event Details
This retreat is for ALL D56 Members. Join us on 67 Acres of fenced-in land, including an event hall and a private 8-acre lake. This retreat is
Event Details
This retreat is for ALL D56 Members. Join us on 67 Acres of fenced-in land, including an event hall and a private 8-acre lake. This retreat is FREE to D56 members who renew their April 1 dues by February 20, 2025, or $35 per person. Attend for a day, a night, or the entire weekend.
You’re Invited! Join Us at the District 56 Retreat with a private 8-acre lake to renew, rest, and recharge because it is good to change pace and scenery. Plus, we have fun surprises planned for you.
Mark your calendars for a weekend of inspiration, connection, and fun! REGISTER NOW
Event Details:
📍 Location: 67-acre Retreat & Event Hall, Bellville, Texas, nestled by a serene 8-acre private lake.
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, 9 AM – Sunday, February 23, 2025, 9 AM.
🌟 Come and go as you please! Overnight stays are optional—you can join for the day, overnight in one of the three large shared cabins, or join the set-up committee on Friday and stay the weekend!
What’s Included:
✨ FREE for D56 Members who renew their April 2025 dues by February 20, 2025 (limited free spots available—don’t wait!).
✨ Overnight accommodations for up to 80 attendees in cozy cabins (details below).
✨ Full access to amenities, including a BBQ grill, commercial kitchen, indoor bathrooms, and hot showers.
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Team Building Activities: Fun, Leisure, and Beyond!
Get ready for an incredible lineup of team-building activities designed to inspire connection and creativity while having fun!
Here’s a sneak peek:
🌟 Cooking Challenges: Compete in the commercial kitchen or outdoor BBQ pit area.
🌟 Cabin Competitions: Each cabin will receive a surprise team-building kit and compete with voting on Saturday evening.
🌟 Cabin Spirit: Create a cabin name, join in at the art table, and sport your special decorated team t-shirt!
🌟 Outdoor Adventures: Scavenger hunt, field day, volleyball, tug-of-war, relay races, basketball games, egg-and-spoon races, three-legged races. NOTE: The retreat has basketballs, volleyballs, and soccer balls,
🌟 Firepit Fun: Make s’mores and enjoy storytelling, guitar playing, and singing under the stars.
🌟 Classic Games: Bingo, “The Human Knot,” and more!
🏆 Running Scoreboard: Winners of each game will earn points, with prizes awarded to the top teams at the end of the retreat.
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Quiet Time & Reflection:
Between activities, enjoy time to:
- Reflect, journal, or meditate.
- Take a peaceful walk.
- Rest and recharge in the serene surroundings.
Soak up the sunshine, breathe fresh air, and experience the rejuvenation a change of scenery can bring! REGISTER NOW
Cabin Details:
- Cabin 1: 33 Twin Beds, 2 King Beds, 5 Double Beds.
- Cabin 2: 33 Twin Beds, 3 Double Beds, 2 King Beds.
- Cabin 3: 5 Double Beds, 7 Twin Bunk Beds.
- Please bring your linens, pillows, and towels.
- REGISTER NOW
How to secure your spot at the retreat in three easy steps:
- Renew your membership by February 20, 2025, to lock in your free spot.
- Register quickly—limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- For members who won’t be able to renew by February 20th, the registration for the D56 Mid-Year Retreat is $35 per person
Send the total registration amount through Zelle by scanning the QR code.
If you prefer to mail a check instead of Zelle, please make the check payable to Toastmasters International District 56 and mail it to PO Box 670341, Houston, TX 77267. We must receive the check by February 15, 2025, for it to clear.
The retreat will not only open and close with inspiring, heartfelt speakers, but we will also have inspiring speakers throughout the day, making this event a perfect blend of energy, growth, and reflection.
SPEAKERS
Opening on Saturday, February 22, 9 AM: “The Power of One” – When we are blessed to address an audience, we never know who the one person is that was called to be the one, to hear our message. Sometimes, it’s one thought or one idea, one story that fans the spark inside of someone into a roaring flame. Mike will lead us on a reflective journey, to find the one step we are to take in 2025 that may change someone’s life. Maybe it will be in our audience, our club, our District. Maybe it will be in our home…
Join us on the journey to uncover the Power of One inside each of us—energy ready to be released that can transform us into the special people we were created to be.
Saturday, February 22, 5:30 – 6:30 PM Dinner Hour: Part two of “The Power of One”
Watch a video Mike made just for YOU!
Lunch Keynote, Saturday, February 22, 12 Noon: Building Your Network – The Power of Connection. Unlock the immense value of connecting with others in Toastmasters to forge lifelong personal and professional relationships.
Dive into the transformative power of connection! This session will explore how making meaningful contacts, sharing impactful conversations, and embracing collaboration can change your life. Remember, “People do business with people they know, like, and trust.” This timeless principle is just as crucial for building personal and professional relationships. You’ll walk away with practical ideas and actionable steps to establish and nurture lifelong connections through Toastmasters.
Watch a video David made just for YOU!
Closing on Sunday, February 23, 8 AM: “The Power of YOU! – Join us to explore the Power of You! You are the most important part of this framework. Do you feel like there is not enough time in the day? Join and learn to understand awareness, boundaries, and action. It’s time to have some Toastmasters fun while becoming renewed and recharged!
You don’t want to miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and learn about your power. Please mark your calendars and make sure to attend this session!
Watch a video Angela made just for YOU!
Click to download Angela’s bio
This is your calling. Renew your April 1 dues on toastmasters.org and register for this retreat NOW! It’s time to renew, recharge, relax, and reconnect.
This is an event you do not want to miss! Renew your April dues now and REGISTER.
Register Now and let the countdown to an unforgettable retreat begin!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
District 56 Toastmasters
Register Now and let the countdown to an unforgettable retreat begin!
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Time
22 (Saturday) 9:00 am - 23 (Sunday) 9:00 am
Location
Gorgeous Retreat and Event Hall
Organizer
Elizabeth Ruiz, DTM, District Director
Speakers for this event
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Angela Tornes, DTM, PDD
Angela Tornes, DTM, PDD
The Power of YOU!
The ABA of Work-Live Balance
The Power of YOU!
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David Bell, DTM, ACC
David Bell, DTM, ACC
Building Your Network - The Power of Connection
Unlock the immense value of connecting with others in Toastmasters to forge lifelong personal and professional relationships.
Building Your Network - The Power of Connection
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Mike Lejeune
Mike Lejeune
The Power of One
When we are blessed to address an audience, we never know who the one person who was called to hear our message is. Sometimes, one thought, idea, or story fuels the spark inside someone into a roaring flame.
The Power of One
