The Journey Back to What Matters
Sometimes the most important thing you can do is step away long enough to hear what matters most.
Join us for the 6th Annual Take A Hike Retreat in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in Ellijay, GA. Nestled among wooded trails, river access, open fields, and peaceful outdoor spaces, this retreat is designed to help you reconnect with God, yourself, and others while finding clarity for the road ahead.
Whether you're navigating a life transition, leadership challenges, marriage struggles, military life, burnout, grief, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this retreat offers space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with purpose.
Blue Ridge
Ready to get off the grid? Our upcoming event takes you deep into the Blue Ridge Mountains of northern Georgia and southeastern Tennessee. Known for its dense backcountry, cascading rivers, and remote tracts like the Cohutta Wilderness, this area offers the perfect backdrop for discovery, hiking, and reconnecting with nature.
Retreat guests will enjoy:
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Wooded Walking Trails
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Fishing Opportunities
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Scenic Sunrises and Sunsets
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Campfire Gathering Spaces
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Comfortable Lodging
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Peaceful Outdoor Experiences
This setting provides the perfect environment to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with what matters most.
Step Away to Step Into Your Purpose
For the first time, Joe & Emma Martin, the founders of Full Range Foundation, will host both a Women's Retreat and a Men's Retreat in the same area, with separate lodging, gathering spaces, and retreat experiences designed specifically for each group.
Take A Hike is not about escaping life.
It's about returning to it with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.
For four days, participants step away from daily distractions and responsibilities to focus on what often gets neglected:
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Emotional health
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Spiritual growth
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Personal identity
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Meaningful relationships
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Purpose and direction
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Rest and renewal
Through outdoor experiences, coaching conversations, reflection exercises, faith-based discussions, and community connection, participants discover practical tools to help them navigate life's challenges long after they return home.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Open to Everyone
You do not need military affiliation to attend.
We welcome:
Women's Retreat
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Military Spouses
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Female Service Members
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Female Veterans
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Mothers
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Caregivers
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Leaders
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Professionals
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Women navigating life transitions
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Women seeking personal growth and renewal
Men's Retreat
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Active Duty Service Members
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Veterans
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National Guard & Reserve
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First Responders
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Fathers
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Husbands
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Community Leaders
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Men seeking purpose, brotherhood, and spiritual growth
Whether you come from a military background or not, you are welcome here.
RETREAT EXPERIENCES
Outdoor Adventure
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Hiking Trails
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Fishing
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River Access
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Campfires
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Kayaking Opportunities
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Nature-Based Reflection
Personal Growth
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Guided Reflection
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Coaching Conversations
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Practical Life Tools
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Leadership Development
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Values Exploration
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Identity & Purpose Work
Spiritual Renewal
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Faith-Based Discussions
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Quiet Reflection Time
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Prayer Opportunities
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Biblical Encouragement
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Space to Reconnect with God
Community
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Meaningful Conversations
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Authentic Connection
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Encouragement
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Shared Experiences
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Lasting Relationships
FAQ
Do I have to fundraise to attend?
No, but we encourage all participants to join the fundraising mission as it multiplies the impact of your experience.
Can people donate if they can’t attend?
Absolutely — they can give directly to our Donorbox campaign or sponsor a hiker.
Is there a fitness requirement?
No, all hikes have both easy and challenging route options.