Update 4/24: New package options are now available.

Join us for an exciting training weekend at the scenic Brooks Memorial State Park near Goldendale, WA, from Friday evening May 9 through Sunday May 11, 2025!

Lodging

Stay in cozy, cabin-style bunkhouses with shared bathrooms and showers—rustic charm included! Accommodations will be gender-specific or mixed-gender based on demand. Families will be paired together, ensuring at least one parent and child share a cabin.

Bedding

Bedding is NOT provided, so make sure you bring your own. Bring a towel, too!

Meals

Enjoy shared meals at the retreat center, where we can swap stories from the day. We’ll accommodate basic dietary preferences (vegetarian and meat options) and do our best to support gluten-free needs. Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate other dietary restrictions or allergies. You’re welcome to opt out of the meal plan and bring your own food; however, kitchen facilities won’t be available for personal cooking. Goldendale, just 30 minutes away, offers a few restaurant options.

Social Events

While the full schedule is still in the works, we’re planning some fun, low-key activities outside of training. The focus is on skill-building, but you can count on a campfire to unwind, laugh, and share stories from the day.

Training

Whether you’re attending Sun Lakes the weekend before or just looking to sharpen your skills, this is your chance to grow. From refining your navigation to avoiding common control placement errors, we offer sessions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels. Explore various formats, improve map reading, and work alongside experts to prepare for upcoming events like the Teanaway Races or the final two Ultimate Series weekends.

Led by Cascade’s Training Coordinator, Caroline Sandbo, our team of experienced instructors (Ross Burnett, Jessica Colleran, and Dave Tallent) is ready to share their expertise with you, whether you’re a beginner or a veteran.

Packages

Choose from the following package options:

• Full Package – includes lodging, meals, and training
  — Adults (21+) – $120
  — Juniors – $100
• Training and Lodging Package (No Meals)
  — Adults (21+) – $100
  — Juniors – $80
• Training and Meals Package (No Lodging)
  — Adults (21+) – $80
  — Juniors – $70
• Training (No Lodging or Meals)
  — Adults (21+) – $60
  — Juniors – $50
• Lodging and Meals Package (No Training)
  — Adults (21+) – $90
  — Juniors – $80

Children under 8 years old who are not participating in the training, with participating parent / guardian – Please contact Registrar for a discount coupon.

Register

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Registration will close May 5. Early registrations will really help our planning.

Volunteer

To keep it affordable, we ask everyone to volunteer for one task. We’ll follow up with a sign up sheet along with a few pre-training questions soon!

When great people come together with a map and a compass, magic happens.

Register now — the forest is calling.

Directions

The Retreat Center at Brooks Memorial State Park is located on the east side of Highway 97, approximately 20 miles north of Goldendale, WA.