Blue Ridge Youth Retreat

BRYR is our 3-day retreat in the fall focused on giving students a meaningful time to focus on God through prayer, worship, and group activities.

Registrations are NOW OPEN for BRYR 2024!

 Frequently Asked Questions

  • Head over to https://eastlake-church.churchcenter.com/registrations or click on the sign up button above! Make sure to fill out all your information, and sign any waivers and forms.

  • The cost is $75 for every attendee.

    This includes all activities, food, lodging and t-shirt. 

  • Blue Ridge Holiness Campground

    8040 Bear Ridge Rd,

    Copper Hill, VA 24079

  • Make sure to bring your essentials:

    • Sleeping bag/pillow 

    • Toiletries 

    • Towel

    • Athletic wear

    • Bible 

    • Warm Clothes (in the mountains, tends to be chilly)

    • Rain Gear

  • We highly encourage all attendees and counselors to follow this dress code at all times throughout the retreat.

    • Shirts must be worn at all times covering the entire torso area, see through, low neck line and tank tops are prohibited.

    • Shorts must meet a standard of no more than 2 inches above the knee.

    • Inappropriate logos, words or images are prohibited.

    • The same dress code applies to water and swimming activities.

    • Leggings must be covered by an appropriate outer layer.

  • We want all our campers to have fun, but to make sure that everyone has an enjoyable, safe, and memorable experience at BRYR, we ask that all campers follow these rules:

    • Campers are expected to be on time for all scheduled activities, services, and meal times.

    • Campers are expected to clean up after themselves.

    • Campers are required to stay in groups of 3 or more while on the campground.

    • Campers are responsible for all of their personal belongings.

    • Absolutely no sexual misconduct in any form or physical contact

    • Material on your phone or in any form that may contain graphic, explicit, or sexual material in image or word is prohibited.

    • Foul language or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.

    • Campers are expected to be courteous and cooperative.

    • Campers are expected to practice good sportsmanship

    • Cell phones are to be kept in dorms during cabins and group activities unless specifically authorized by camp staff.

    • No girls are allowed in guy cabins, or guys allowed in girls cabins.

    • Be on time for all scheduled activities.

    • Stay in groups of 3 or more during free times or when hiking

    • Always tell a team leader/coach when leaving your group/service

    • Be respectful, quiet, and attentive during church services.

    • Weapons of any kind are prohibited.

    • Alcohol, Tobacco, Cannabis (in any form), and illegal or non-prescribed drugs are strictly prohibited.

    • Hazing or hurtful Pranking, etc is prohibited.

    • Do not take pictures of fellow campers without prior consent.

    • Have an open ear and heart for worship and God's Word!