For many, a corporate retreat is the greatest way to bring a workplace together for a common goal. Some retreats are created to boost the morale of all of the workers involved. Other retreats are designed to help workers improve in problem areas through exercises. These working retreats can be incredibly beneficial. If the design of the retreat is right, the retreat itself will be beneficial and will help the company in the areas they specified as a goal. If the design of the retreat is not well thought out, however, it may not work, and may not be functional or beneficial.

A corporate retreat can be a huge step for a company that is trying to update its position and become the best possible workforce that it can be. While retreats may be looked upon by some as uninteresting and boring, this is not the case. Before we get into the decision making process behind implementing a corporate retreat, we should briefly explore the ways that a retreat can be both fun and beneficial.

Recently the Robertson family joined us for three days on  Easter weekend. Besides hanging out together in the Sequoia Cottage they enjoyed hiking on our trails and observing the wildlife on our 300 acre property. The highpoint of the trip was the time spent on Easter Sunday fishing with Judson Conway owner of Elk Creek Outfitters. The weather was cool but fish action was hot. Shown are Isaac and Dillon Robertson and their Guide Judson Conway with a couple of  their prize catches of the day..

Women’s Weekend Church Retreat
Friday 1pm – Sunday 1pm
 
Sugar Hollow Retreat has hosted a number of women’s events, which provide insight into church management, ethical values, relaxation, outdoor activities and group interchange. The following is a schedule that was used by one church group but can be modified to suit the preferences of any women’s organization. 
 
Friday
11am - 1pm   Leaders arrive to setup and organize activities with innkeeper assistance as needed
1-2pm Welcoming participants

I have to be honest and say that I was not looking forward to the company retreat our HR department decided to put together. The last thing I wanted was to take time out of my busy schedule to go out to some mountain retreat center and "get to know" my co-workers better.