Retreats – Southern Appalachian Young Friends

What to expect at a SAYF Retreat

Weekend retreats last from Friday evening through Sunday morning. Teens travel from their home meeting to the SAYF retreat with Friendly Adult Drivers [FADs]

Friday night after everyone has arrived there is a guidelines circle where local Meeting rules are explained and the sleeping guidelines are shared.

Saturday morning all teens and Friendly Adult Nurturers (FANs) participate in Opening Circle where SAYF guidelines are reviewed and a query is shared. Each member of the community is invited to share their thoughts about the query.

Saturday activities may include games, service projects, special workshops on a theme, guest speakers, talent shows, arts & crafts and free time.

Sunday morning young Friends and FANs reflection on the retreat in worship journals. offer feedback with “Kevin,” attend the local Meeting for Worship for thanks and introductions, and have a closing circle to read epistles.

All meal preparation and clean up is done by young Friends with FAN support.

New SAYFers

Retreat Forms & Information

SAYF Retreat Medical Release Form (Required once a year with updates as needed.)
April 2026 Retreat Registration (Required for each retreat)
Photo Permission Form (Required once a year)
Standard Retreat Fee:
$40/teen/retreat, $100/family/retreat (3 or more teens)
- Payment via PayPal or Credit/Debit Card can be made at the “Donate” link below.
Addresses – SAYF Friends Meetings