Readers By The River - Bookish Retreat
Readers By The River
April 4-6, 2025
Ages: 18 and older
Join us for a retreat centered around reading, books, community and connection!
From spirited conversations about your favorite characters, hands-on bookish crafts, classic camp activities, and a Saturday Book Fair by Dog-Eared Books, it will be a beautiful weekend in the valley you won't want to miss!
Activities may include… Bookish Crafts - Book Fairs - Climbing Wall - Archery - Morning Meditation - Pickleball - Star Gazing- Genre Discussion Campfires- and more!
Y Camp's Readers By The River- Bookish Retreat is the perfect getaway and place to share and connect over your love of reading. Come out to camp and experience this unique program with us! We can’t wait to see you!
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Spring Readers By The River - April 4-6, 2025
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$150 per Participant - includes lodging, meals, activities and goodie bag
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Check in Friday 5:00-7:00 p.m., Check out Sunday 11:30 a.m.
Includes lodging, activities, all meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday and a participant goodie bag (upgrade to the Book Worm Goodie Bag for an additional fee)
Y Camp Events and Programs do not require a YMCA membership of any kind.
What To Expect Book Fair Lodging Vendors & Sponsors
PROGRAM GUIDE COMING SOON!
General Program
Each participant will receive a schedule that includes times and details for activities such as archery, climbing, crafts, book discussions, and more. All activities are optional, so whether you want to fill your day with adventures or simply cozy up by the fire with a good book, this weekend retreat is perfect for every type of book lover. Additionally, we’ll offer hot meals at our Dining Hall. Specialty meals and dietary restrictions can be noted on the registration page. Our goal is to provide you with a unique camp experience focused on connection, engagement and fun.
Goodie Bag
Each participant will receive a Bookish Goodie Bag with items to remember the weekend, an exclusive Retreat T Shirt, Retreat Bookmark, stickers and more!
Upgraded "Book Worm" Goodie Bag
If you wish to upgrade to the Upgraded "Book Worm" Goodie Bag for an additional cost of $25, participants will receive the same contents as the traditional goodie bag, as well as additional exclusive items, such as a Blind Date with a Book! The Upgraded "Book Worm" Goodie Bag is the perfect way to elevate your retreat experience and take home even more bookish treasures!
Book Fair
Remember the magic of Scholastic Book Fair days as a kid? Every book lover's favorite day of the year! We’re bringing that same excitement to Y Camp! On Saturday, our main lodge will be transformed into our very own book fair, with pop-up shops from Dog Eared Books & HEA Boutique. Relive that thrill of discovering new books and treasures, support local and enjoy connecting with fellow readers.
Lodging & Facilities
Cabins are generally bunk-house style, see facility photos here. Cabins will be assigned by gender unless otherwise noted. If you are attending with friends or family and wish to be placed in a cabin with them, please fill out the Cabin Mate Request during registration. All cabins are equipped with heating, air conditioning and Wi-Fi to ensure that you are comfortable during your stay, but you will need to provide your own bedding. All 400 acres of the Y Camp grounds are open to you during your stay, as well.
Additional Facility Information
2025 Vendors & Sponsors
A special thank you to our event vendors and sponsors.
Vendor Interest:
If you are a vendor who is interested in contributing to the Readers By The Rivers Bookish Weekend, please contact Melanie Mellinger at Melanie.Mellinger@dmymca.org or fill out our Vendor Interest Form.
Vendor Interest Form Vendor Guide
