All of the information you need prior to arrival at this event is included below.  If any changes are made, they will be posted here.  This page was last updated January 10, 2022.

Important Messages from John and the Team
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Click Here to download the Daily Prayer. Please print it out, read it carefully and join us daily in prayer. 

Check-In: 4:00-5:30 pm on Thursday, November 17, 2022
Conclusion: 12:00 noon on Sunday, November 20, 2022

Location
Crooked Creek Ranch, Fraser, CO
Please do not contact the ranch prior to the event.  If you have a pressing question that must be answered, please email [email protected]. 

Area Map and Directions:
Click Here

Air Travel Information:
Denver Int'l Airport
Colorado Springs Airport

General Details

• Your registration fee covers your lodging, meals and all of the teaching and materials by Wild at Heart for the duration of the weekend. It does not include travel arrangements to and from Crooked Creek Ranch. Optional recreational activities will be offered, weather permitting, for an additional charge. Details will be provided at the retreat.

• John Eldredge and the Wild at Heart Team will be leading the retreat.

• This event is designed exclusively for men.

• Bedding and towels will be provided; however you will need to bring your own toiletries (shower supplies).

• Cell phone, laptop, electronic notebook, and camera use ARE NOT permitted during the sessions as it is our desire to minimize all distractions during sessions.

• We will not have any COVID related restrictions in place for this event (masks, distancing, limited attendance, etc.)

Emergency Phone Number
Please Note: Cell phone access and internet access will not be available during the retreat.  Phone access at Boot Camp will be for emergencies only.  Please provide your family with the emergency phone number below and let them know that you will be unavailable until Sunday after the close of the retreat.

(719) 445-9020

Please do not contact this number prior to the retreat.  If you have a pressing question that must be answered prior to the retreat, please e-mail [email protected].  Otherwise, your questions will be answered at the retreat.  Thank you!

Roommate Assignments
If you used a particular Group name when you entered the lottery, we will use that information as your roommate request. If you did not enter a group, but still want to room with someone else who is registered, please e-mail [email protected].  In order for us to do all we can to fulfill your request, this needs to be submitted no later than Thursday, October 27.

Special Needs
If you have special needs (dietary, etc.) and have not yet noted them, please email [email protected]. Special needs must be submitted no later than Thursday, October 27. 

Travel and Transportation
You are responsible for your own transportation to and from Crooked Creek Ranch. However, we offer a shuttle service which may be of interest to you. Approximate travel time from Denver Airport to Crooked Creek Ranch is 2.5 hours and from Colorado Springs Airport to Crooked Creek Ranch is 3.5 hours.  If you are interested in carpooling to the retreat, please scroll to the bottom of this page to join the carpool discussion.

In case of predictions of snow, we would strongly encourage you to rent a 4-wheel drive vehicle. Call 303-639-1111 or visit cotrip.org for road conditions. This information is updated hourly during the winter months. We strongly suggest you check the road conditions on the day of your travel. 

Denver Shuttle Service
We will be offering a round trip shuttle service from Denver International Airport to Crooked Creek Ranch. This will NOT be available from Colorado Springs Airport. Here are a few details you will need to consider before purchasing a ticket for the shuttle:

• The cost is $90 for a round trip ticket.
• This is non-refundable.
• You can use this ticket for one-way; however it still will be the same price.
• Tickets are available immediately online and until they sell-out.
• The meeting time for the shuttle in Denver Airport is 1:15 pm on Thursday, November 17. The shuttle service will not be responsible for people that miss the shuttle for any reason. If you do miss the shuttle, you will have to provide for your own transportation.
• The shuttle will arrive at Denver Airport at approximately 3 pm on Sunday, November 20. We ONLY encourage attendees to use this transportation method if they are able to book airline flights accordingly. There is a hotel on site at the airport and others close by Denver Airport with shuttles, should you choose to use this shuttle service and stay over for a next-day flight.
• The approximate travel time from the ranch to the airport is 2.5 hours. However, the shuttle cannot be held responsible for the trip lasting longer than 2.5 hours due to unforeseen circumstances. Please plan your return flight accordingly, allowing enough time for check-in, security, and margin.   

You may purchase a shuttle ticket here.  

Schedule
Check-in will occur from 4:00-5:30 pm on Thursday. Followed by dinner and the evening session. You DO NOT want to miss Thursday's evening session as it sets the pace for the entire experience. The retreat will conclude at 12:00 noon on Sunday.

Weather, Conditions, and Attire
We will be in the high altitudes of the Colorado Rockies. Due to the low humidity and high altitude, temperatures vary greatly. Boot Camp attire is casual. Bring clothing layers, a warm sweater or sweatshirt, a waterproof jacket, hat, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes. Dress comfortably and prepare for a wide range of weather.  Bring swimming trunks for the hot tub. Again, bedding and towels will be provided; however you will need to bring your own toiletries (shower supplies). 

Click Here for the current Fraser Weather.

Although plenty of adventure and recreation will be available, much of the time will be devoted to personal reflection on what God is revealing throughout the weekend.   We will provide all the information you need when you arrive. 

Late Arrival

In the unlikely event that you run into problems with your travel that result in your arriving in the middle of the night, don't worry... we'll still have a place for you.  Simply arrive at Crooked Creek Ranch and go to the Bear Claw.  You will find instructions there as to how to proceed.

You can download a map of the grounds here.

Preparation for Coming to High Altitude
Resting prior to your arrival is a great aid in preventing high altitude sickness. You will need to be well-hydrated, which means drinking 6-8 glasses of water 5-7 days prior to travel. Once you get to altitude it is too late to get hydrated. You will want to continue drinking 6-8 glasses of water during your stay. Also, do not exert yourself strenuously for the first 24-48 hours.

For those of you who have a prior history of problems with altitude sickness, you may want to check with your doctor beforehand. There is a prescription medication available that may help, but it must be taken 1-2 days before you travel in order to help.

High altitude may affect certain health concerns, such as: a heart condition, a pace-maker, breathing problems, etc. We strongly recommend that you contact your physician before traveling to high altitude.  Click here for additional information. 

If you have a physical limitation you will still be able to fully participate in this retreat. We will have different adventure activities available; however, they are ALL optional and your non-participation will not hinder your experience of the retreat. Note that Crooked Creek Ranch is a much more accessible campus than Frontier Ranch for those with physical limitations. 

Emergencies and Cancellations
If you have an EMERGENCY that cannot be addressed through our online resources, email us at [email protected].  If you have a CANCELLATION, please email [email protected].

Cancellation Policies:
Cancellation by Registrant
Full payment is required at the time your reservation is made for this event. You may cancel your registration and receive a refund of your registration fee up to 3 weeks prior to the date of the event; provided, however, you will be charged a $75 handling fee upon the cancellation of your registration. In the event that you cancel your registration less than 3 weeks prior to the date of the event, you will forfeit the entire registration fee. Regardless of when you cancel your registration, your registration is not transferable to another event, date, or person.

Cancellation by Wild at Heart
If the event is made impossible by any act of God, war, earthquake, fire, strike, sickness, accident, epidemic, act of government, its agencies or officers, or any other legitimate cause beyond our control, we will cancel the event and will refund your full Wild at Heart event registration fee to you.

Participation of John Eldredge
While it is our intent that John Eldredge will participate in the event, if for any reason he is unable to participate, the event will most likely continue without him. However, we reserve the right to cancel the event should John Eldredge's participation be prevented if we decide, in our sole discretion, that cancellation is necessary under the circumstances. If we do decide to cancel the event for any reason, we will refund your full registration fee to you.

Carpool Discussion

If you are interested in carpooling to the Boot Camp, we welcome you to post here.  In order to have access to post, you will be prompted to log into Disqus.