Next Retreat: June 28th-30, 2024
SCO Surrogate Retreat
Our Surrogates are giving the most precious gift. We intimately understand the sacrifices made and the challenges faced by the women who selflessly choose to help others to fulfill their family dreams. Our annual retreats are meticulously planned to show our appreciation, pamper surrogates, and facilitate relationship building.
2024 UPDATE
Accommodations and food are paid for by SCO (surrogates are responsible for travel arrangement which are considered a reimburseable expense).
The focus of our retreat is rest and relaxation! We will have meetings you can attend (circle time, henna, psychic, spa etc.) or you can choose to just spend your weekend doing absolutely nothing! 🙂 The town of Goderich (and Goderich beach) is only a 10 minute drive from Benmiller. Benmiller has an indoor pool, hot tub, walking trails and and all food is prepared by amazing chefs!
For spa appointments reservations are required in advance (surrogates are responsible to cover cost plus gratuity).
*** The Spa books quickly, book your appointment in advance to make sure you get a spot. To make reservations: visit www.benmiller.ca/spa Please do not book a spa appointment during our group photo on Saturday June 29th at 12-12:30pm.***
Benmiller Inn & Spa Website… www.benmiller.ca/
ITINERARY
Day 1 Friday June 28th, 2024
Register at the main desk (Woolen Mill) and get settled into your room (check in is 3pm). Enjoy the pool/hot tub/sauna or go hiking!
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6pm
Pizza and Cake will be available at the Maitland Meeting Room (Gledhill House). You can eat here or feel free to take food back to you room.
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3pm-12am
Psychic Readings with Cristina Crowley (Gledhill House – Room #66) *optional/sign up sheet
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3pm-12am
Henna Time with Sherri-Lyn (Gledhill House - Room #62) *optional/sign up sheet
Day 2 Saturday June 29th, 2024
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8-10am
Start your day with a beautiful breakfast in the main dining hall (Woolen Mill).
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12pm
Group Photo on front steps of Gledhill House – Please do not be late for the photographer! (If raining, meet inside at Pool Area).
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1-2pm
Buffet Style Lunch/Meet & Greet & Circle with Erin – Games & Prizes too! (Gledhill House – Maitland Meeting Room) Surrogates only please for circle – your guests can take plates of food back to their room. *optional
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Afternoon
Henna Time with Sherri-Lyn (Gledhill House Room #62) *optional/sign up sheet
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Afternoon
Psychic Readings with Cristina Crowley (Gledhill House – Room #66) *optional/sign up sheet
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3pm
Group Hike with Erin *optional/sign up sheet
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4pm
Guided Meditation with Cristina Crowley - learn to find your own guide and keep yourself grounded. (Gledhill House - Maitland Meeting Room) *optional/sign up sheet
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6-7:30pm
Italian Buffet Dinner (Woolen Mill - Solarium Dining Room) *optional
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6:30PM
Paint Nite (in The Hollow for those registered). You can take food from the buffet to Paint Nite and eat while you paint!
Day 3 Sunday June 30th, 2024
Check-out is at 11am! Safe travels!
Don’t forget your bathing suit, robe and flip flops to travel from your room to the pool area!
Attending meals, circle/workshops is all optional. Surrogates are free to spend their retreat time relaxing, painting, swimming, hiking, doing henna, visiting local sites or connecting with other surrogates. Our focus is on RELAXATION! If at any time you need to reach Sally or leave early please text (519) 527-2404.
