There is absolutely nothing like a group of 40 men and fathers leaning into what it means to be a dad for their sons. Sometimes initiating the Primal Path with our sons can feel confusing and lonely. This retreat is designed specifically to combat that. You will leave with brothers for life, linked in arms as you disperse back across the world to share in the struggle and joy of discipling our sons. Our goal is that you leave the ranch filled to the brim with insight, hope, zeal and fresh vision.
WHEN & WHERE?
BRADY, TX
The retreat will be hosted at a 1,000 acre quintessential Texas ranch, Selah Springs. Not only is it set on an idyllic river, but they have everything from a shooting range to axe throwing to kayaking available across the ranch. The ranch is a straight shot gorgeous and scenic 2 hour drive from either San Antonio Airport or Austin Airport.
What is the Primal path father’s Retreat?
We have designed an immersive, formative experience to help feel confident and capable in discipling your son. There can be so many pitfalls and challenges, but there is actually a very specific framework that we will unpack that we know will allow you to flourish in your role as a father.
And you will not do this alone. You will be surrounded by a like-minded community of brothers who will take you seriously, listen deeply and encourage fiercely.
We believe God entrusted each of us with a sphere of influence and a calling to use our strength on behalf of others–and our children are a huge part of that.
This retreat is a no phone, no internet retreat. Your phones will be required to be turned in at the beginning of day 1 (more info on how that’ll work below).
Some may roll their eyes at an event like this. Others may dismiss it as unnecessary. Yet we believe the world needs men like Jesus, and spaces like this to encounter him in breakthrough ways.
We believe God is a God of spaces and places. That certain spaces can be sacred, or what Dallas Willard calls ‘thin places’ where Heaven and Earth touch so closely together. That’s why we are so careful to choose the right locations for our retreats. And we believe Selah Springs Ranch in Texas is that place. It has been a historic location of Christian witness for years and there is no better place for our few days together than this here.
The 1,000 acre farm in Texas is a beautiful 2ish hr drive from either Austin Bergstrom Airport or the San Antonio Airport. We’d suggest everyone fly into either airport and making sure to land before 1pm on day 1 (first thing at the ranch is dinner that night around 6pm with welcome and registration starting at 5pm).
The retreat ends day 4 at 9am so plan to leave back to the airport of your choice around 10am. You are free to drive yourself to the ranch, but this weekend and the property is an epic retreat center where you will not need a car once you arrive, so I suggest pairing up with 4-6 other members in the group via our Slack and communication channels to all caravan and pitch in together for transportation (and it’s the most fun to get to know each other quickly. This also helps us go deeper and farther since connections are made before even arriving on the property).
One thing we believe heartily at Primal Path is that the table matters. Food matters.
Most retreats like this, the food is an afterthought and is only meant to meet the bare minimum requirements (make you not hungry).
But we believe it’s integral to a gathering (Deut. 14:25-26). Food and the table are massively central to the Kingdom of God! And because of that, we will not skimp. The team we bring to cook is an integral part of the whole experience, and we know will blow you guys away! We can’t wait!
Most FATHERS haven’t been taught how to be one. It’s time for that to change.
Jeff and Jon have a combined 30 years of experience working with and thinking about issues related to men, masculinity, and so on. Jeff leads men and fathers through the online ministry Family Teams, while Jon has been a pastor in New York with a specific call and heart for men for decades.
the primal path discipleship program is a robust daily, weekly, and quarterly curriculum to help you disciple your son into manhood. beyond the incredible daily devotions, it also provides practical items such as a patch system, tactical backpack, man school, and monthly town halls with jon and other dads. attending the retreat includes one full free year of curriculum as well. if you already are a member, make sure to register for the retreat and then send us an email at hello@primalpath.co to apply your CURRICULUM credit to your following year.
Shared room.
Onsite lodging and meals.
You show up, we take care of the rest.
Shared room.
Onsite lodging and meals.
You show up, we take care of the rest.
Private room.
Onsite lodging and meals.
You show up, we take care of the rest.
Private room.
Onsite lodging and meals.
You show up, we take care of the rest.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Let us know below and our team will be in touch!
