Unfinished Objects (UFO) Quilters Retreat

 

UFO Session I: Oct 5-8, 2025

UFO Session II: Oct 8-12, 2025

UFO Week (Session I&II combined): Oct 5-12, 2025

UFO Session III: Oct 21-26, 2025

Arrival: 4:00pm (tables assigned before arrival)
Departure: 12:00 pm (after brunch)

 

Unfinished Objects (UFO) Quilters Retreat

 

UFO Session I: Oct 5-8, 2025

UFO Session II: Oct 8-12, 2025

UFO Week (Session I&II combined): Oct 5-12, 2025

UFO Session III: Oct 21-26, 2025

Arrival: 4:00pm (tables assigned before arrival)
Departure: 12:00 pm (after brunch)

 

Quilters retreat give you space to work on a project while sharing ideas, tips, and stories with fellow quilters. Even if you are not a quilter and still would enjoy attending this retreat for the fellowship or to work on another project (needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch,etc) please join us! Our leaders for the weekend are Barb Swartzendruber and Mary Yoder.

 

The Unfinished Objects (UFO) Quilters Retreat is sponsored by two quilting bees and welcomes other quilting enthusiasts to participate.

Schedule & Information

RETREAT SCHEDULE

ARRIVAL DAY
4:00pm – Arrival & settle/move in
Quilting time
5:30pm – Supper
Evening Quilting time

FULL DAYS
8:00-8:30am – Continental Breakfast
Morning Quilting time
10:30-11:00am – Brunch
Afternoon Quilting time
5:30-6:00pm – Supper
Evening Quilting time

DEPARTURE DAY
8:00-8:30am – Continental Breakfast
9:00am – Morning Worship
10:30-11:00am – Brunch
12:00pm – Farewell

ACTIVITIES

A few examples of the activities families can experience during their week at camp. View camp activities page.

ITEMS TO BRING

QUILTING ITEMS TO BRING:

  • Project items (ironing boards provided)
  • Items for show and tell
  • Short (5 min) sharing of quilting tips or demonstrations, if desired.
  • Power strips (if you have them, some provided)
  • Any extra items you might need (machine needles, fusible web, bobbins, thread, etc)
  • Chair cushions (for extra padding) and foot board (for extra support)

QUILTING ITEMS PROVIDED:

  • 2x Iron boards (3’x5′ rectangle)
  • 2x Irons
  • Note: welcome to bring personal iron & small board for personal use

PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING:

  • Snacks 
  • Toiletries
  • Clothing (variety of layers for varying temperatures)
  • Water bottle (to stay hydrated at 9,620 feet!)
  • Bedding and towels (if staying in Heidi or Jungfrau)

registration fees

Online registration opens one year prior to the retreat.
Online registration opens one year prior to the retreat.
UFO Session I: Sunday @ 4:00 pm – Wednesday @ 12:00 pm
UFO Session II: Wednesday @ 4:00 pm – Sunday @ 12:00 pm
UFO Retreat Week: Sunday @ 4:00 pm – Sunday @ 12:00 pm (15% discount)
UFO Session III: Tuesday @ 4:00 pm – Sunday @ 12:00 pm

REGISTRATION FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions as it relates to registration.

Deposit

A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at registration. This represents our promise to save you a space to attend (and turn away others) in exchange for your promise to come.

Payments

Payment options include full payment, deposit with remaining balance due prior/at the retreat, or deposit and remaining balance paid in monthly installments prior to the retreat. To minimize registration/payment lines while at camp, we’re encouraging payment in full before arrival via credit/debit cards or e-check (ACH direct payments). Cash or check payment are also welcome upon your arrival. 

Scholarships

Scholarship funds are available to help ensure that finances are not a barrier to attending camp. For scholarship assistance please contact the Executive Director, Corbin Graber (719-687-9506 or [email protected]).

Cancellations

Out of care for everyone during this time of coronavirus pandemic uncertainty, the non-refundable deposit policy (i.e. “We’ll save you a spot and turn others away if you promise to come”) has been temporarily suspended for coronavirus related cancellations. PLEASE stay home if you are experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms for a full refund. You will also receive a full refund should the retreat be cancelled altogether.

Accommodations

Housing is assigned on a first come first served basis for your preferred housing location. The housing location options are Pleiades, Emmental, Aspen, Heidi or Jungfrau. Emmental will be use only when Pleiades and Upper Aspen are filled.

Pleiades/Emmental have two single beds per room and linens (bedding & towels) are provided.

Chalets utilize an area bathhouse and linens are not included. Please bring your own or you can rent them from Camp for $10.

To see detailed information about these facilities please go to our Facilities page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I learn more about my stay at RMMC (i.e. accommodations, altitude, creation care).

  • Please visit the "Reservation Guide" page of the website for "YOUR STAY WITH US", "MOUNTAIN LIVING" & "CREATION CARE" information.

What foodservice is offered? Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Camp is pleased to offer a great selection of food choices which include a main dish option, vegetarian option, salad (lunch & supper), and dessert (lunch & supper). Cold beverages (water, orange, apple, grape, crabapple) and hot beverages (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) are also provided.

As much as possible, the camp will accommodate dietary restrictions. An option will be given to list all of your dietary restrictions during registration. We cannot accommodate dietary preferences.

RMMC is not a peanut/nut free location since we serve a variety of campers and guest groups utilizing their own kitchen facilities.

Do you have to be Mennonite to attend camp?

While teachings during the retreat are Bible-based and from a Mennonite perspective, campers of all faiths are respected and welcome to attend.