Frequently Asked Questions
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Watch our kick-off event video where we introduced some of our leaders, Jamie Johnson with Crossfire Ministries, our charity for 2023, learned about our retreat weekend and listened to RK Praise, our worship team. We hope to see you there!
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Watch our FAQ event where some of our leaders answered your questions about how to register, roommates, rides, volunteering, WishList, Silent Auction, Excursions, Teaching, Worship and More.
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1. What is the dress code? Casual; no bikinis or speedos at the pool/lake. This year's dance theme is Super Heroes. Feel free to dress to match theme.
2. Can children come? Families are welcome to come to the Bonclarken campus. However, they are not allowed at the actual sessions. Childcare is not available.
3. What do I need to bring to my hotel room? What is provided? Guests staying in Bonclarken housing (Founders North, South, The Lodge, and Memorial) should bring toiletries, including shampoo, body wash, hairdryer, etc. Bonclarken supplies plastic cups, bar soap, toilet paper, and linens for most lodging. Guest staying in the Bunkhouses need to bring all linens, towels, sheets, blankets, pillows and toiletries. Each hotel's kitchens have a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker (except Founders South). There are soda/water machines throughout the campus. If you have a question/concern/need, call Bonclarken at 828-692-2223.
4. Can I bring a cooler and snacks? Yes, and ice is available. We do encourage you to bring a water bottle to refill at our refill stations throughout the campus. We will not be providing bottled water after Friday night. There is a water fountain the lobby of the YAB as well as tap water near the Coffee Bar.
5. Is there a coffee pot in my room? No, you are welcome to bring one. During scheduled times, we will provide coffee at the YAB, our main meeting location.
6. I would like to share my room with another person. What is the process? If you need a roommate or are willing to share your room, while we are not responsible for finding you a roommate, you are welcome to post your need on our Facebook page. If you do not have Facebook, please email us: singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com
7. How can I pay? Bonclarken will accept MC/Visa or an Echeck for your housing and meal packages. For your conference fee and/or Monday's breakfast (separate from Bonclarken's Housing and Meal Registration), you can pay by credit/debit card or check. Please make your check payable to: The Singles Network Ministries and mail it to 638 Spartanburg Hwy Suite 70-113, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
8. What else should I bring? Lawn chair, bug spray, water bottle, pool towel, blanket/coat (for bonfire), sunscreen, flashlight, snacks for yourself and to share, long pants (appropriate clothing for excursions), hiking boots if you plan to hike, jacket/umbrella/raincoat. Also, we suggest a chair cushion for our chairs for the main sessions as they are made of metal. (Watch the weather, as it can be a little chillier in the mountains at night). Other: Dress-up for the dance, Silent Auction, and Door Prize Donations. Also, we have a free Christian resource table if you want to bring items to donate. Suggestions are Books, CDs, Wall Art, Knick-Knacks, etc.
9. Can I bring my pet? Service Animals: Bonclarken policies prohibit pets except for service animals. We may ask the two ADA questions related to your service animal by law. By law, we may ask someone to remove their service animal if: 1)The dog is out of control and the handler does not take effective action to control it. A service animal must be under the control of its handler. Under the ADA, service animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless the individual’s disability prevents using these devices or these devices interfere with the service animal's safe, effective performance of tasks. In that case, the individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls. ADA 2010 Revised Requirements: Service Animals. 2) The dog is not housebroken. Further info on the ADA as regards service animals in N.C.: NCDHHS website
10. When are excursions available to sign up? Our excursions are usually listed by the third week of August via our website (or sooner as we have leaders) with direct sign up for registered attendees only. You can also sign up at the retreat.
11. Do I need to sign up to attend the devotions on Saturday and Sunday? No, just show up.
12. Do I need to sign up to attend a Breakfast, Lunch and Learn? No sign up is required, but space is limited to first-come, first serve as the discussion is around a table. All Breakfast and Lunch and Learns are located in the lower level of the dining hall. If you will physically challenge and need help with getting downstairs with your meal, contact Ernest Jefferson at 864-417-6083 or one of our greeters.
13. I would like to volunteer. We need help in every area including greeting, parking lot, prayer team, hospitality, merchandise tables, silent auction, registration, set up and clean up, etc. Once you are registered, you will get a direct link to the list of needs and how you can sign up. We ask for 1 hour of 1 day for minimum help.
14. Do you have a map of the conference center? Yes, click here to download.
15. I have questions regarding my hotel and/or meals; who do I contact? Bonclarken Conference Center is handling all of our hotel/meal needs this year. Call Bonclarken at 828-692-2223.
16. I am not interested in the dance; what other options do you have for Saturday night? We will have a concert at the Back Porch building (next to YAB, #27 on the map) by RK Praise. We will have a bunch of games to play in the Lodge. Feel free to bring one of your own. We will have a corn hole available next to the Back Porch. We will have a bonfire near the outdoor concert.
17. What is the schedule this year? The schedule is subject to change slightly as we get closer to the retreat.
18. What if I need to cancel? Your conference fee is non-refundable. Your housing and meal package fee is refundable up to July 1st, 2023. After July 1st, 2023 it is only transferable.
19. How can I support this retreat beyond my registration fee? We need financial support as well as individuals who bring Silent Auction and Door Prize items, Snacks to share (Wishlist) to help offset ministry expenses. If you would like more information, click here.
19. How can I help get the word out and market the retreat? We have a marketing page where you can download our postcards, video's and share with others. You can also request postcards to be sent to you to mail out as well a a magnet for your car. Lastly, you can also share content off our Facebook page, purchase a T-shirt, and wear it.
20. Reminders:
• We will be taking pictures throughout the weekend to post on our website and social media page. Feel free to upload pictures on our Facebook page, especially excursions. You must be a member to upload. You can also email us at: singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com.
• Please wear your name tag/lanyard throughout the weekend.
• There are no TVs in the rooms but there is free wifi. We will give that information to you upon arrival.
• Bonclarken does not employ medical professionals or stock medical supplies or equipment. We will assist with first aid and public emergency services through our volunteer nurses. Also, we will have security at the retreat.
• Bonclarken and The Singles Network Ministries/Kris Swiatocho Ministries are not responsible for lost or stolen possessions. We do not assume responsibility for damage or loss of any material articles prior to, during, or following events. Click here for a list of policies by Bonclarken.
21. GOT MORE QUESTIONS? Email us singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com.
2. Can children come? Families are welcome to come to the Bonclarken campus. However, they are not allowed at the actual sessions. Childcare is not available.
3. What do I need to bring to my hotel room? What is provided? Guests staying in Bonclarken housing (Founders North, South, The Lodge, and Memorial) should bring toiletries, including shampoo, body wash, hairdryer, etc. Bonclarken supplies plastic cups, bar soap, toilet paper, and linens for most lodging. Guest staying in the Bunkhouses need to bring all linens, towels, sheets, blankets, pillows and toiletries. Each hotel's kitchens have a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker (except Founders South). There are soda/water machines throughout the campus. If you have a question/concern/need, call Bonclarken at 828-692-2223.
4. Can I bring a cooler and snacks? Yes, and ice is available. We do encourage you to bring a water bottle to refill at our refill stations throughout the campus. We will not be providing bottled water after Friday night. There is a water fountain the lobby of the YAB as well as tap water near the Coffee Bar.
5. Is there a coffee pot in my room? No, you are welcome to bring one. During scheduled times, we will provide coffee at the YAB, our main meeting location.
6. I would like to share my room with another person. What is the process? If you need a roommate or are willing to share your room, while we are not responsible for finding you a roommate, you are welcome to post your need on our Facebook page. If you do not have Facebook, please email us: singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com
7. How can I pay? Bonclarken will accept MC/Visa or an Echeck for your housing and meal packages. For your conference fee and/or Monday's breakfast (separate from Bonclarken's Housing and Meal Registration), you can pay by credit/debit card or check. Please make your check payable to: The Singles Network Ministries and mail it to 638 Spartanburg Hwy Suite 70-113, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
8. What else should I bring? Lawn chair, bug spray, water bottle, pool towel, blanket/coat (for bonfire), sunscreen, flashlight, snacks for yourself and to share, long pants (appropriate clothing for excursions), hiking boots if you plan to hike, jacket/umbrella/raincoat. Also, we suggest a chair cushion for our chairs for the main sessions as they are made of metal. (Watch the weather, as it can be a little chillier in the mountains at night). Other: Dress-up for the dance, Silent Auction, and Door Prize Donations. Also, we have a free Christian resource table if you want to bring items to donate. Suggestions are Books, CDs, Wall Art, Knick-Knacks, etc.
9. Can I bring my pet? Service Animals: Bonclarken policies prohibit pets except for service animals. We may ask the two ADA questions related to your service animal by law. By law, we may ask someone to remove their service animal if: 1)The dog is out of control and the handler does not take effective action to control it. A service animal must be under the control of its handler. Under the ADA, service animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless the individual’s disability prevents using these devices or these devices interfere with the service animal's safe, effective performance of tasks. In that case, the individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls. ADA 2010 Revised Requirements: Service Animals. 2) The dog is not housebroken. Further info on the ADA as regards service animals in N.C.: NCDHHS website
10. When are excursions available to sign up? Our excursions are usually listed by the third week of August via our website (or sooner as we have leaders) with direct sign up for registered attendees only. You can also sign up at the retreat.
11. Do I need to sign up to attend the devotions on Saturday and Sunday? No, just show up.
12. Do I need to sign up to attend a Breakfast, Lunch and Learn? No sign up is required, but space is limited to first-come, first serve as the discussion is around a table. All Breakfast and Lunch and Learns are located in the lower level of the dining hall. If you will physically challenge and need help with getting downstairs with your meal, contact Ernest Jefferson at 864-417-6083 or one of our greeters.
13. I would like to volunteer. We need help in every area including greeting, parking lot, prayer team, hospitality, merchandise tables, silent auction, registration, set up and clean up, etc. Once you are registered, you will get a direct link to the list of needs and how you can sign up. We ask for 1 hour of 1 day for minimum help.
14. Do you have a map of the conference center? Yes, click here to download.
15. I have questions regarding my hotel and/or meals; who do I contact? Bonclarken Conference Center is handling all of our hotel/meal needs this year. Call Bonclarken at 828-692-2223.
16. I am not interested in the dance; what other options do you have for Saturday night? We will have a concert at the Back Porch building (next to YAB, #27 on the map) by RK Praise. We will have a bunch of games to play in the Lodge. Feel free to bring one of your own. We will have a corn hole available next to the Back Porch. We will have a bonfire near the outdoor concert.
17. What is the schedule this year? The schedule is subject to change slightly as we get closer to the retreat.
18. What if I need to cancel? Your conference fee is non-refundable. Your housing and meal package fee is refundable up to July 1st, 2023. After July 1st, 2023 it is only transferable.
19. How can I support this retreat beyond my registration fee? We need financial support as well as individuals who bring Silent Auction and Door Prize items, Snacks to share (Wishlist) to help offset ministry expenses. If you would like more information, click here.
19. How can I help get the word out and market the retreat? We have a marketing page where you can download our postcards, video's and share with others. You can also request postcards to be sent to you to mail out as well a a magnet for your car. Lastly, you can also share content off our Facebook page, purchase a T-shirt, and wear it.
20. Reminders:
• We will be taking pictures throughout the weekend to post on our website and social media page. Feel free to upload pictures on our Facebook page, especially excursions. You must be a member to upload. You can also email us at: singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com.
• Please wear your name tag/lanyard throughout the weekend.
• There are no TVs in the rooms but there is free wifi. We will give that information to you upon arrival.
• Bonclarken does not employ medical professionals or stock medical supplies or equipment. We will assist with first aid and public emergency services through our volunteer nurses. Also, we will have security at the retreat.
• Bonclarken and The Singles Network Ministries/Kris Swiatocho Ministries are not responsible for lost or stolen possessions. We do not assume responsibility for damage or loss of any material articles prior to, during, or following events. Click here for a list of policies by Bonclarken.
21. GOT MORE QUESTIONS? Email us singleslabordayexperience@gmail.com.
Jimmy Miles
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"Labor day 2022 was my first time at the retreat and the experience was fantastic. I met so many people and was able to establish some lifetime friendships. To hear Kris Swiatocho and pastor Freddy Johnson speak and share the word of God was truly a blessing and everyone could feel God's presence. It is a weekend filled with fun activities and opportunities to draw closer to our Lord and Savior. For singles who have never attended, I encourage you to step out in faith and sign up early. Look forward to seeing you in September". —Jimmy Miles, Aiken, SC |
