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An Outdoor Couples Retreat for Meaningful Connection
Founding Retreat - By Invite Only!
Dates: November 5–8, 2026 …Check in anytime after 4pm on the 5th. Dinner on the 5th is on your own. Kanab restaurants are nearby or bring your own dinner. We will meet that evening around 8pm for a meet & greet! Check out on May 8th is 11am.
Location/Accomodations: Basecamp37 near Kanab, Utah (we’ll have the entire property to ourselves). This place is stunning and better than the photos, which is saying something because the photos are great! See more about accommodations by visiting https://basecamp37.com/
3 nights lodging in a beautiful, private setting - each couple will have their own tent and the entire property is reserved for our use.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the 6th & 7th, Breakfast on the 8th. 24 hr access to snacks & drinks (alcohol free retreat)... and of course…campfire s’mores
Guided adventures on Nov 6th and 7th - all gear and necessary equipment will be provided. No experience necessary.
Therapist-led relationship groups and workshops
Built-in time for rest, connection, and integration
The goal is to create a balance of adventure, reflection, and genuine relationship growth—while still making space to relax and enjoy the experience.
8:00am — Wake up to the smell of fresh coffee, sizzling breakfast burritos, and crisp morning air. Enjoy breakfast together with fresh fruit, juice, and quiet desert views before the day begins.
9:00am — Morning Relationship Group: “Intentions and goals”Start the day reconnecting through guided conversations, relationship intentions, and meaningful insights designed to strengthen friendship, teamwork, and emotional connection.
10:00am — Depart for Canyoneering AdventureGear up and head into the breathtaking red rock wilderness for an unforgettable canyoneering experience through towering slot canyons. Challenge yourselves, laugh together, and experience the kind of adventure that creates lasting memories.
12:00pm — Canyon Lunch BreakPause for a fresh sack lunch surrounded by stunning desert scenery before continuing the adventure deeper into the canyon.
2:00pm — Showers, Rest & RechargeReturn to camp for downtime and connection. Relax in your private tent oasis, visit the art bar, play couples games, nap in a hammock, or simply enjoy the stillness of the desert.
4:00pm — Couples Workshop: “Building a more positive intimacy”An interactive workshop focused on understanding emotional needs, communication styles, and how to increase closeness through authenticity and vulnerability.
6:30pm — Campfire Tin Foil Dinner ExperienceBuild your own foil dinner packet with hearty campfire favorites — hamburger, potatoes, peppers, onions, carrots, and melty cheese — then cook it over the fire and enjoy dinner under the open sky with other couples.
7:30pm — Campfire Connection Group: “Turning Toward Each Other”An evening fireside experience focused on trust, vulnerability, repair, and how to bring hard feelings to your partner in ways that fortify the relationship.
8:30pm — Stargazing & Campfire NightsContinue enjoying the fire, outdoor lounges, and peaceful desert atmosphere. Our retreat is located beneath some of the darkest skies in the country, creating unforgettable stargazing opportunities. Use the property telescope to explore the night sky, watch the Milky Way stretch overhead, listen to distant coyotes echo through the canyon, or simply fall asleep beside the person you love most.
A limited founding retreat rate is currently being offered privately and is not publicly advertised. Couples who have been personally invited or referred will receive first opportunity to reserve a spot before remaining openings are released publicly.
Because space is intentionally limited, registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register, contact Porter directly at porter@ambercreekcounseling.com letting us know you would like to reserve a spot for the retreat. From there, we will send you the registration forms and invoice allowing you to pay the $500 nonrefundable deposit online. Paying the deposit will secure your spot.
We will update the website when a retreat is sold out.
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