Overview
Designed for students ages 14–21, these retreats take place at the Iowa Department for the Blind (in Des Moines) from October through May (excluding November and March). Each weekend provides a short-term commitment with long-term benefits, focusing on essential blindness skills in a relaxed and social setting!
Activities vary throughout the year, but may include activities such as:
- Attending performances at the Des Moines Civic Center
- Exploring a corn maze
- Sledding at Sleepy Hollow
- Movie nights, scavenger hunts, and more!
Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines friendship, fun, and valuable skill-building!
Registration
- To register, please complete the registration forms below for the retreats you’d like to attend.
- If you have any questions, please contact April Stotz at 515-829-7411 or [email protected] .
2026-2027 Schedule
🎃Career Quest: The Haunted Hunt Edition (October)
- Friday, October 30 - Sunday, November 1
- This retreat is open to students ages 14-17.
- Complete the Retreat Registration Form
❄️Career Quest: Snow much Career Exploration (December)
- Friday, December 18 - Sunday, December 20
- This retreat is open to students ages 18-21.
- Complete the Retreat Registration Form
January Weekend Retreat
- Friday, January 15 - Sunday, January 17
February Weekend Retreat
- Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14
April Weekend Retreat
- Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 18
May Weekend Retreat
- Friday, May 14 - Sunday, May 16
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