Opening Retreat
September 9 /10, 2023
For Saturday and Sunday, participants will be most comfortable in casual clothes and comfortable shoes, as group activities will be facilitated and take place at AdventureWorks 1300 Narrows of the Harpeth Rd, Kingston Springs, TN 37082.
Bring bed linens for twin size bed or sleeping bag, towel, wash cloth, pillow and toiletries.
Please remember to bring your Class Notebook
Saturday
7:30 Arrive at Pleasant View Fire Hall – 1129 Main St. Pleasant View (park in the back)
7:45 Welcome – Mayor Bill Anderson, Pleasant View
8:15 Welcome – Cheatham County Mayor Kerry McCarver
8:45 Break
9:00 Board the van for AdventureWorks – 1300 Narrows of the Harpeth Rd, Kingston Springs
10:00 Opening By AdventureWorks
12:30 Lunch
1:00 Continuing with AdventureWorks
4:30 Travel back to Pleasant View Fire Department
4:45 Wrap up and Discussion of Class Project
6:30 Dinner – provided by Class of 2023
Sandals are not recommended. You will be outside participating in physical activities that may get you dirty, so long pants or sweats are better suited than shorts because of the protection given your legs. Jewelry such as watches, rings, bracelets and necklaces are not recommended. Most activities take place in the shade of trees and participants are encouraged not to use sunglasses unless absolutely necessary. Dress for the weather! Bring rain gear and weather-resistant or extra shoes, just in case. Adventureworks courses use a mix of warm-ups, games, activities, and initiatives to take individuals out of their daily routine into challenges that call for cooperation, trust, problem solving, team building, and risk taking. Participants are assisted in assessing their personal styles, ideas, and strengths within the group context. Individual experiences and the transfer of learning from the day’s activity to work or other situations will be discussed. The level of participation in Adventureworks activities is at all times voluntary. Activities are offered within safe and realistic limits for all participants. The program is mentally, emotionally, and physically challenging; far more important than strength or fitness, however, is the willingness to try.
Sponsors:
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Snacks: Brenda Montgomery and LuAnn Engelman
Dinner: Class of 2023
Transportation: Cheatham County Fire Association (CCFA)
Sunday
6:30 Pack up all belongings
7:00 Breakfast at Pleasant View Fire Hall
7:45 Leave for AdventureWorks
8:45 Arrive at AdventureWorks
9:00 AdventureWorks: Continued program and activities
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Wrap up and Discussion. Project Determination
4:00 End of Day
Thoughts to Ponder:
You will get the most out of your retreat experience if you at least attempt the activities of
which you are most unsure. Every step you take to challenge yourself will be rewarded with
a sense of personal accomplishment. Every participant should expect to face personal
challenges of some sort during the weekend–whether physical, emotional, mental, or social.
Sponsors:
Breakfast:
Snacks: Brenda Montgomery and LuAnn Engelman
Lunch: Board of Trustees
Transportation: Cheatham County Fire Association
AGENDA SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Leadership Cheatham County 