Thank you for registering for the 2023 City Bible Church Men’s Retreat. This year’s theme is “Spiritual Warfare: Engaged in a Cosmic Battle” and our guest speaker is Andrei Sava from Trinity Community Church in Clovis, CA. The retreat takes place on Thursday, January 26 from 3 pm through Saturday, January 28, 11 am.
This page contains all of the information you need to be prepared for our time together, so please be sure to read it completely. If you have any questions please reach out directly to Andrey Chepurnoy (916) 224-7221. If you have a sudden change in plans for attendance, please let us know as soon as possible so that we don’t send out a search party when you don’t arrive. Please review your registration type and pay any balance due prior to arriving at the retreat. https://citybiblechurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/registrations/36097273
Getting to Del Oro Camp & Conference Center
The location of our retreat is The Salvation Army Del Oro Camp and Conference Center located at
17631 Lake Vera Purdon Road Nevada City CA 95959
https://goo.gl/maps/GW8NwCHYyUNcXtgd8
You may consider printing a copy of the directions, as cellular service may get a little spotty past Nevada City. Registration is full and closed. If you did not register but arrive to the retreat we will, unfortunately, have to turn you away. Del Oro is not able to accommodate any additional guests.
Check-In
When you arrive to Del Oro, park your car and head directly to the Activity Center to check in. The check-in table will be open on Thursday from 3 pm to 6 pm. If you arrive after 6 pm, late check-in will be available after the evening session (around 9pm).
At the check-in table you will receive your name tag and room assignment. If you wish to share a room or cabin with someone, be advised that these will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis. Arriving together will increase the chance of availability.
Accommodations
Del Oro has two types of lodging facilities available. Depending on which option you chose during registration, you will be assigned to one of these accomodation types.
Lodges (3): Each Lodge has 13 guest rooms, most contain two twin beds and a private bathroom. Each Lodge also has a lounge area downstairs and a meeting room with a coffee bar upstairs. A fridge and microwave is available. There is a public bathroom upstairs by the meeting room, as well as outdoor patios both upstairs and down. Linens/towels are provided by Del Oro. There is a $25 fee if you do not return your room key at check-out.
Cabins (3): Each cabin is heated with bunkbed style beds. There is a separate bathhouse with showers, sinks, and toilets. Linens/ towels not provided. Please be sure to bring a sleeping bag or bedding.
WiFi Internet access is available in certain areas of the grounds. The network name is “USWExternal” and the password is “help others”.
Car Pool & Free Time
We have designated 1 pm to 6 pm on Friday as “Free Time” for you to engage with other men over your shared interests or hobbies. While there is no set structure for this time, we encourage you to connect with the other attendees before the retreat if you would like to plan activities or go off-site. In prior years, we have seen everything from chess and baseball to off-roading and target shooting. We also encourage you to carpool if at all possible, since some of the best conversation happens on the way to and from these types of events. Join the other attendees in this Telegram group for pre-retreat planning: https://t.me/+FaSbTKXBzQQ1OGIx
What To Bring
- Bible
- Notebook & pen
- Water bottle
- Toiletries
- Warm clothes
- Extra blanket
- Towels*
- Sleeping bag & pillow*
*if you’re staying in a Cabin
Weather Forecast
The closest city for weather is Nevada City, however Del Oro is slightly higher in elevation and tends to be about 10 degrees cooler. Plan for cold weather.
Nevada City, CA
- Thursday: Sunny; 37F / 61F
- Friday: Sunny; 40F / 62F
- Saturday: Sunny; 41F / 57F
Property Expectations by Del Oro
- The speed limit for all vehicles is 5 MPH. Vehicles must park on hard surface only. Please do not block roadways, as they must be kept clear for emergency vehicles.
- Meals are served promptly at 8:00am, 12:00pm, and 5:00pm. The Dining Hall is only open during scheduled meal times.
- No pets are allowed on the grounds (except Service animals).
- No smoking allowed in or near Camp buildings. Smoking is only permitted at outdoor designated campfire pits.
- No alcohol, wine, beer, firearms**, weapons of any kind, illegal drugs, skateboards, or bicycles, are allowed on the grounds.
** should you choose to participate in target shooting off-grounds, storage and transportation in your vehicle is acceptable.