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A retreat organized by and for the pledge class. Usually involves camping, but has also come in the form of lock-ins at various locations. The purpose of pledge retreat is to allow the pledges and pledge parents to get to know each other better.
- McKenzie Class: Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (near Folsom)
- Jaromay Class: Sunset State Beach (near Santa Cruz)
- Krenek Class: Hidden Valley Campground (near Fresno)
- Lipton Class: Sunset State Beach (near Santa Cruz)
Pledge Retreat Checklist
Personal Supplies
sleeping
- camp pad
- sleeping pad
- pillow
- extra blankets
- pledge binder (for interviews!)
clothing
- underwear
- warm jacket
- t-shirts
- sweater
- warm pants
- jeans
- good outdoor shoes
- flip-flops (for showers)
- rain clothing (if needed)
- towel
- pajamas
- socks
- gloves
- beanie
- Pledge Retreat CAN be COLD!!! Bring warm stuff!! People always underestimate how cold it will be. Extra layers are advised! Thermals are smart.
miscellaneous
- toiletries
- flashlight
- money (because you never know when you need it)
- Note: Sunset Beach requires quarters to shower.
- backpack with refillable water bottle (we'll bring the water)
- sun screen
- hand warmers
optional
- snacks
- camera
- playing cards
- football, soccer ball, etc
- insect repellent
- lawn chairs
things to keep in mind
- it will be cold at night (make sure you have a warm sleeping bag and warm clothing). If you don't have a sleeping bag for pledge retreat, contact Pledge Parents as soon as possible.
- pack smart, try to only have 1 duffle bag and make sure the clothes you packed are warm (your driver will have to take group camping gear as well so space will be limited)
- food, tents, and group lighting will be provided, but bring lanterns/flashlights for personal use. Also if you have tents, please contact Pledge Parents.
- Contact Pledge Parents if you have any questions.
- Pledges are not allowed to leave pledge retreat unless they have approval from Pledge Parents.
- Actives in attendance are not allowed to leave pledge retreat either, unless they have approval from Pledge Parents.
Chapter supplies
- CHAPTER SUPPLIES WILL BE UPDATED LATER
camping
- tents
- lanterns
- lantern propane tanks
- mantles (for lanterns)
- hammer (to hammer in stakes)
cooking supplies
- giant pots (usually a minimum of 3)
- pans
- propane gas tanks and burner
- 2-3 giant ice chests
- chef knives, cutting boards, can openers, spatulas, tongs
- minimum of 25 serving trays
- charcoal - about 10 large bags
- aluminum foil
- sponges and scrubs for cleaning the pots and pans
- lighter fluid - usually keep an extra bottle in case Jon Kong decides to play with fire
- water jugs (be prepared to drive to the nearest Safeway to refill them)
- serving spoons and ladles