Emerge young adult retreat
About Emerge Young Adult Retreat – February 20-22, 2026
Calling all young adults (ages 18–28) of all backgrounds from the Pacific Northwest Conference! Join us for a rejuvenating weekend of fellowship, fun, and growth in your faith. You can expect dynamic teaching, engaging worship, exciting activities, opportunities to relax, new friends, and much more. You’ll also experience hands-on creation care at Sunrise Farms, learning and serving through sustainable practices, plus discovering how faith and stewardship intersect in everyday life.
Speaker | James Amadon
James Amadon is Executive Director of Circlewood, a ministry focused on “accelerating the greening of faith.” James is also an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church and spent over 15 years in pastoral ministry, including a decade at Highland Covenant Church in Bellevue, Washington. In his work with Circlewood, James oversees the Earthkeepers podcast, The Ecological Disciple journal, educational initiatives helping people develop deeper connections between faith and creation, and the development of Circlewood Village, a learning and retreat center on Camano Island.
Speaker | Carmen Hixson
Dates and pricing
Sponsorships are available via partnership with the Pacific Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.
Married Couples: Lodging by default is assigned by grouping guys together and girls together. If you are married and would like to share a room during the retreat, please leave a note in the “Lodging Requests” portion of registration.
TIERED PRICING MODEL
We say it often, but it deserves to be repeated: we want every individual to have the opportunity to come to Cascades, regardless of their financial situation. This pricing model makes programs at Cascades accessible to families that may not otherwise be able to attend camp. We’re grateful to those who can afford the unsubsidized “true” cost for supporting this effort to broaden our reach as we seek to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Tier #1 | The unsubsidized “true” cost of camp for families who can afford it.
Tier #2 | A subsidized option (15% off the Tier #1 price) for families who need extra financial assistance to be able to experience Cascades programs.
To apply the Tier #2 option to your registration, use the discount code “tier2fc” for each person you are registering. For families that need additional support, we offer a need-based sponsorship program with an online application process.
| Emerge Young Adult Retreat | Feb. 20-22, 2026 | Status | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person Rate | $150 | |
| Discount for Fully Hired 2026 Summer Staff* | 50% off |
*Summer Staff and Friends Discount: Accept a position on Cascades Summer 2026 Staff and receive a discount. Invite your friends and they receive a discount.
