2026 Summer Secular Retreat – SAVE THE DATE!
July 10 @ 6:00 pm - July 12 @ 11:00 am
SAVE THE DATE! TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE HERE AROUND THE END OF APRIL 2026!
Explore the historic campground with fellow Michigan Humanists, friends and family and enjoy the beauty of the Michigan summer.
The retreat is fun for all ages, and is both kid and adult friendly. Enjoy delicious food prepared onsite by Michigan Humanists members, group discussions, kayaking and canoeing, swimming, group games/sports, arts and crafts activities (for adults and for kids!), and scenic hiking and biking. End the day with s’mores around the bonfire along the shores of beautiful Long Lake. Wait, we’re not done yet! Head on up to the lodge and join in some late night tabletop gaming or a friendly game (or 10) of euchre.
The Long Lake Outdoor Center is located inside the Yankee Springs Recreation Area (near Hastings, MI). It offers historic cabins and large dining hall/lodge with giant fireplaces, a craft house and sports fields, among acres of beautiful forest, with boat access to Long Lake, and access to the Yankee Springs trails right from camp.
Registration includes meals, private or group cabins, hiking, canoeing, swimming, activities.
Michigan Humanists Members receive a $10 per person discount on retreat tickets. Become a member of Michigan Humanists for as little as $10 a month. Become a member here!
Michigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event.
Michigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
Events are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
