seek jesus. Make friends. become the man you long to be.

what


​An immersive weekend with like-minded men focused on becoming more like Jesus. Explore acres of natural forest with hiking trails, a spring-fed mountain creek for swimming, fishing, river tubing (tubes provided) and more!

where


​Shepherd of the Ozarks is a year-round 435 acre Christian Conference/Retreat center located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas.

when


​Friday, September 16th
(Arrive 12-5pm)
through
Sunday, September 18th
(Depart 10am)

the agenda
Friday, September 16th
3pm- 5pm: Check in
6pm: Dinner 
7pm: Evening Session
9pm - : Campfire + Free time
Saturday, September 17th
8:30am: Breakfast
9:30am - 10:30am: Morning Session
10:30am  - 12pm: Free Time
12pm: Lunch
1pm - 5pm: Free Time Activities
6pm: Dinner 
7pm: Session Three
​9pm - : Campfire + Free time
Sunday, September 18th
8am: Breakfast
9am - 10am: Closing Session
10am: Check out + head home

things to do
Explore 435 acres of natural Ozark Mountain Forest with self-guided hiking trails, a spring-fed mountain creek for swimming, fishing, snorkeling (bring your own gear), river tubing (tubes provided) and more!

​- Hiking
- Fishing
- Archery
​- Ropes Course ($)
- Archery
- Sand volleyball
​- Frisbee golf
​- Paintball ($)

WHO WE'LL HEAR FROM
CHRIS HILKEN is a pastor from San Diego California. He is also a trained apologist and frequently shares at conferences aimed at engaging the mind & the heart of believers and non-believers alike. He’s a single father of 5 children after losing his wife tragically in 2021. He shares his journey of grief as a testimony to the goodness of God.
JERRAD LOPES is a Christian author, speaker, and the founder of Dad Tired. As a father of four, he knows first-hand that living as a leader in your home is a weighty calling. He is passionate about equipping men and fostering community where together men can live out the gospel.

Seek Jesus. make friends. become the man you long to be.