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Step away from screens and dive into a weekend of classic fun, strategy, and laughter! The Great Game Getaway – Board Game Weekend is designed for women who love to play — from casual card sharks to die-hard strategists. Over the course of three days, guests will enjoy friendly competitions, collaborative challenges, themed parties, and plenty of downtime to relax, recharge, and play at their own pace.What to Expect at The Great Game Getaway:
Get ready for a weekend of strategy, laughter, and a little friendly competition! The Game Plan Retreat is designed for women who love to play — whether you’re a casual card shark, a trivia queen, or just in it for the laughs. Every moment is about connection, creativity, and letting your inner kid come out to play.
🏕️ Friday – Arrival & Game Night Kickoff
Arrive at Camp Riverview in the late afternoon and settle into your cozy cabin before joining everyone in the lodge for a warm welcome dinner. Once the plates are cleared, the games begin! Enjoy icebreaker challenges, team match-ups, and a Friday Night Free Play Social where you can explore everything from party games to strategy classics. Laughter guaranteed — competition optional.
Highlights:
Welcome social & meet-the-players mixer
Lighthearted team trivia and mini challenges
Fireside games & snacks under the stars
🎯 Saturday – Game On!
After a hearty breakfast, dive into a full day of themed activities, tournaments, and creative challenges designed to test your teamwork, luck, and problem-solving skills. Between rounds, unwind with optional workshops, a riverside walk, or a cozy chat over coffee.
Highlights:
Morning game rounds & skill-based challenges
Team tournaments and group games
Optional creative breakouts: crafts, puzzles, or nature walks
Themed evening event — “Battle of the Board Games” or trivia showdown
Campfire social with prizes and laughter late into the night
☀️ Sunday – The Final Round
After breakfast, it’s time for one last friendly competition — a morning team challenge that brings the weekend’s laughs full circle. Share stories, crown the champions, and celebrate the connections made over a weekend of play, joy, and togetherness.
Highlights:
Final group challenge & awards ceremony
Farewell brunch and reflection circle
Goodbye hugs… until next game night!
This isn’t about winning or losing — it’s about letting go, laughing hard, and reconnecting with the playful side of yourself that might have been on pause for far too long.
Your weekend includes:
* 6 camp meals & snacks (Friday dinner thru Sunday Lunch)
* 2 nights cabin accommodations
* Workshops and Sessions listed above
* Evening group activities & campfires
* Access to all other camp activities (trails, canoeing, kayaking, archery etc)
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Camp Riverview, 2 Hastings St N, Bancroft, ON K0L, Canada
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