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A weekend of Step Work, sharing, and sponsorship

Join us for a special trip through the Twelve Steps, the way they were done at the beginning of AA. You'll have the chance for a spiritual experience working with others, as the program was meant to be.

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Space is limited, so register early. Once payment is received, you'll get an email confirming you as an attendee. Anyone who hasn't pre-paid may be asked to leave the monastery, so please confirm your attendance before coming down.
What

12 Step Retreat, sponsored by

Who

Any male or female SAA member willing to go to any length for a spiritual experience.

Where

When

. Dinner Friday at 6 PM, Step 1 at 7 PM. We finish Step 12 (or as far as we get) by noon Sunday.

Cost and lodging

Choose your room and meals when you register. Prices cover both nights (Friday and Saturday).

Five meals: Friday dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner; Sunday breakfast. Vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free or gluten-free meals add a one-time . Full kitchens are available if you'd rather bring your own food, and you're welcome to eat with everyone in the dining hall.

Zelle or Venmo are preferred, since there are no fees. PayPal charges for credit cards, so please add if you pay by PayPal. Checks or cash can be arranged. Payment details are on your confirmation page and email.

Scholarships and donations

Scholarships are available but limited. All scholarship funds are divided among those who request aid on or about , and you won't be confirmed as an attendee until a full scholarship (or the required amount) is confirmed. If you need help to attend, request it on the registration form and someone will contact you.

If you can't attend but want to help someone who can't afford the fee, please consider a donation. Donations above this year's actual cost fund scholarships for this year and next, or are donated to the local Intergroup, Area, or ISO. All donations are kept confidential.

What to bring

An AA Big Book and the SAA Green Book, a notebook, pens or pencils, an open and willing attitude, and a willingness to go to any length for a spiritual experience.

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