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First Responders
Rest and renew — for those who serve on the front lines.
Back2Basics Retreats for First Responders
YOUR PLACE TO HOST LIFE-RENEWING RETREATS...FOR HEROES WHO SERVE.
Back2Basics Adventures is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Jonesborough, Tennessee. We serve individuals, families, church leaders, first responders, and community groups through faith-based retreats, leadership development programs, outdoor experiences, and mentorship opportunities.
Our mission is to create environments where participants can reconnect with faith, strengthen relationships, develop leadership skills, and experience personal growth. We provide structured retreats, ministry gatherings, and outreach experiences designed to encourage spiritual, emotional, and personal development.
Simply bring your program and guests — we take care of every detail, from food to activities, so you can focus on what matters most. Each retreat space is thoughtfully designed to allow for rest, renewal, and restoration.
50 private acres
Full Service Facility
East Tennessee
Great Smoky Mountains
Who We Are
A private Christian retreat facility dedicated to those who serve others.
A Back2Basics experience includes all the details from meals, lodging, activities, and more for small groups, up to 18. We prepare the table for rest, renewal, and restoration, you only need to take a seat.
Retreat leaders bring healing, we provide the space to make it real.
A PEACEFUL, PRIVATE SETTING ROOTED IN CHRISTIAN VALUES —
SO FIRST RESPONDERS CAN REST, HEAL, AND RECONNECT WITH GOD.
Whether you are a first responder or you lead a first responder group, this message is for you.
Why It Matters Now
Front-line stress is reaching its limit. Burnout isn't creeping in because it's already here. Even your faith may feel threadbare.
You cannot lead others well when you're running on empty.
And let's be honest, you won't heal in the same place you experience brokenness.
You need a true reset.
You need to get Back2Basics.
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Spaces Designed for First Responders
Built for peace, community, and deep restoration — every location on our property is intentional.
a quiet, sheltered area in the forest — perfect for prayer, solitude, or small team gatherings
peaceful tiered seating by the water ideal for worship, testimony, or personal time
a comfortable, elevated space for small group reflection or one-on-one talks
a mountain view where things slow down and perspective returns
miles of raw nature walk, think, and reconnect — away from noise, back to the basics
your main open-air space for group sessions, meals, and honest conversations
Activities
LET US GUIDE YOU TOWARD ACTIVITIES THAT BEST SUIT YOUR RETREAT
Every retreat at Back2Basics is built around rest, renewal, and restoration. The recreational activities available to your group are optional additions designed to support connection, fellowship, and time away from the pressures of daily life. We work with each group to curate an experience that serves their specific mission and needs.
ON SITE
UTV tours
Waterfall hikes
E-bikes
Scavenger hunt
Yard & board games
Stargazing
Fire pit fellowship
Archery
Clay Sport
Precision Range
Axe throwing
Hunting
And more...
OFF SITE
Guided & unguided fishing
Whitewater Rafting
River Tubing
Waterfall Hikes
ATV & UTV excursions
Caving
Bristol Motor Speedway
Historic Jonesborough
Wing shooting
Horseback riding
E-bikes
Appalachian Trail
Skiing & snow tubing
And more...
Amenities
Activities
Variety of on-site activities to choose from with additional activities that can be coordinated off-site.
Linens & Toiletries
Fresh linens and towels provided for lodge and cabin guests. Basic toiletries are also provided.
Parking
Ample parking spaces are provided for guests, allowing for hassle-free arrival and departure. Step free access is also available.
Connectivity
High-speed internet access and Smart TV available when needed for programming.
Concierge Services
Spend more time resting while our onsite concierge handles all your needs.
Safety
First aid kits available on-site with access to quick medical assistance in case of emergencies. All lodging includes smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Lodge Accommodations
Mountain Cabin Accommodations
Four King Beds or 8 XL Twin Beds
and Two Full Beds
Central Heat and AC
100% Cotton Sheets
Basic Toiletries
Two Full Bathrooms
Hair Dryer
Iron
Coffee Maker
Microwave
Refrigerator & Freezer
Three Queen Beds
Four Cots (available upon request)
Half Bath
Solar Generator for Basic Electric
Catchwater for Toilet and Sink
Fan, Heater, and Coffee Maker
Long range views
Lodge Accommodations
Four King Beds or 8 XL Twin Beds and Two Full Beds
Central Heat and AC
100% Cotton Sheets
Basic Toiletries
Two Full Bathrooms
Hair Dryer
Iron
Coffee Maker
Microwave
Refrigerator & Freezer
Mountain Cabin Accommodations
Three Queen Beds
Four Cots (available upon request)
Half Bath
Solar Generator for Basic Electric
Catchwater for Toilet and Sink
Fan, Heater, and Coffee Maker
Long range views
lodge
mountain cabin
treehouse
YOUR NEXT MOVE
● Host a Retreat. Your group, your mission, our space.
● Plan a Visit. Come experience what rest and renewal actually feel like.
● Be a Sponsor. Help us cover the cost for frontline families.
● Tell a Leader. Pass this to someone who needs it most.
First responder retreats are available at no cost through our scholarship program, made possible entirely by the generosity of our donors and ministry partners. For groups and organizations outside of the scholarship program, a suggested ministry contribution helps sustain our mission.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
● Host a Retreat. Your group, your mission, our space.
● Plan a Visit. Come experience what rest and renewal actually feel like.
● Be a Sponsor. Help us cover the cost for frontline families.
● Tell a Leader. Pass this to someone who needs it most.
First responder retreats are available at no cost through our scholarship program, made possible entirely by the generosity of our donors and ministry partners. For groups and organizations outside of the scholarship program, a suggested ministry contribution helps sustain our mission.
Your Support Makes No-Cost
First Responder Retreats Possible
200+
Guests Hosted
10
1st Responder Retreats Completed
40
Scholarships Awarded
Every year, Back2Basics Adventures hosts first responders, veterans, and military personnel through our
retreat scholarship program, at no cost to them, subject to funding availability.
Why Sponsor a Retreat?
Direct Impact: Provide recovery, renewal, fellowship and healing for law enforcement, firefighters, EMTs, military, and others who serve.
Community Recognition: Be recognized as a ministry partner who invests in the well-being of those who serve our communities.
Tax Deductible: As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Back2Basics Adventures can provide a donation receipt.
How It Works
Choose a sponsorship level that works for you. Every contribution directly funds a first responder retreat.
Your support covers lodging, meals, programming, activities and all retreat resources.
Receive updates and stories from the retreats your support makes possible.
Ready to join us?
Be the Reason Someone Heals.
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Planning a retreat can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to.
At Back2Basics, we handle the details so you can focus on your people.
Back2Basics Adventures is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to faith-based leadership development, retreats, and community outreach experiences.
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