Digital Detox Weekend Retreat
A transformative 3-day retreat focused on disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature, self, and community. Features phone surrender, mindfulness activities, analog workshops, and intentional reconnection practices.
Duration
3 Days
Destination
Nature Retreat Center or Mountain Lodge
Group Size
20 People
Template Statistics
3
Event Duration
16
Locations
96
Activities
Premium
Template
General Tasks
Tasks to complete before or during the event
- Book retreat venue 3-4 months in advance
- Hire experienced mindfulness facilitators
- Source phone lockboxes with numbered tags
- Purchase Polaroid cameras and film stock
- Create printed schedules and welcome packets
- Coordinate farm-to-table catering partner
- Prepare journaling notebooks and pens
- Stock board games and card decks
- Arrange acoustic musician or vinyl DJ
- Create emergency communication protocol
- Design and print recipe cards from meals
- Prepare conversation cards for dinners
- Set up outdoor fire pit and blankets
- Create post-retreat follow-up email with photos
- Prepare certificates of completion
- Survey participants for dietary restrictions and medical needs
Event Itinerary
Day-by-day schedule and activities
Day 1
4 locations planned
Day Tasks
- Prepare phone lockboxes with numbered tags
- Print welcome packets and weekend schedules
- Stock Polaroid cameras with film
- Coordinate with catering for dietary needs
- Set up bonfire area with blankets and seating
Locations
Arrival & Phone Surrender
Retreat Welcome Center
- Greet participants as they arrive
- Distribute printed welcome packets and schedules
- Conduct phone surrender ceremony with lockboxes
- Issue Polaroid cameras for capturing memories
- Room assignments and settling in
Nature Walk Orientation
Trail Head
- Guided mindful walk through retreat grounds
- Introduction to natural surroundings
- Breathing exercises in nature
- Silent observation practice
Welcome Dinner & Introductions
Main Dining Hall
- Farm-to-table welcome dinner
- Facilitator introduction and retreat overview
- Icebreaker activities without screens
- Share intentions for the weekend
Bonfire & Stargazing
Outdoor Fire Pit
- Gather around bonfire
- Hot beverages and s'mores
- Stargazing session (weather permitting)
- Optional storytelling circle
Day 2
8 locations planned
Day Tasks
- Prepare journaling materials and notebooks
- Set up workshop space with comfortable seating
- Coordinate Polaroid film supplies
- Arrange board games and card decks
- Brief acoustic musician on set list
Locations
Sunrise Yoga & Meditation
Outdoor Pavilion
- Guided sunrise yoga session
- Breathwork exercises
- Mindfulness meditation
- Intention setting for the day
Mindful Breakfast
Main Dining Hall
- Silent breakfast option available
- Healthy farm-fresh spread
- Practice eating without distractions
- Journaling prompts at tables
Morning Workshop: Journaling
Workshop Space
- Introduction to reflective journaling
- Guided writing exercises
- Exploring thoughts without digital distraction
- Share insights with partner (optional)
Farm-to-Table Lunch
Garden Terrace
- Seasonal lunch from local farms
- Meet the chef presentation
- Mindful eating practice
- Recipe cards to take home
Afternoon: Analog Photography Walk
Nature Trails
- Polaroid photography basics
- Guided nature photo walk
- Capturing moments intentionally
- Creating photo memories without phones
Free Time & Nature Sketching
Various Locations
- Optional nature sketching class
- Hammock and reading time
- Walking meditation
- Personal reflection
Communal Dinner
Main Dining Hall
- Multi-course seasonal dinner
- Family-style serving
- Conversation cards at tables
- Gratitude sharing circle
Board Games & Acoustic Music
Lodge Common Room
- Board game stations set up
- Live acoustic music or vinyl DJ
- Card game tournaments
- Hot beverages and desserts
Day 3
4 locations planned
Day Tasks
- Compile Polaroid photos into memory packets
- Prepare intention-setting worksheets
- Create takeaway journals with notes
- Collect feedback forms
- Arrange transportation for departures
Locations
Sunrise Meditation
Outdoor Pavilion
- Guided morning meditation
- Gratitude practice
- Final breathwork session
- Silent reflection
Farewell Breakfast
Main Dining Hall
- Final farm-fresh breakfast
- Share favorite moments
- Exchange contact information (written!)
- Collect Polaroid photos for memory books
Reflection & Intention Setting
Workshop Space
- Final journaling exercise
- Set intentions for phone use going forward
- Group sharing circle
- Commit to one analog habit to continue
Phone Return & Departure
Retreat Welcome Center
- Gradual phone return with mindfulness moment
- Distribute memory journals with photos
- Group photo (phones optional!)
- Farewell hugs and departure
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