Adventure Quilt Retreat Info
Three Days of Quilting, Friendship & Mountain Adventure
Imagine uninterrupted quilting time surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, delicious meals, cozy cabins, and friends who understand your fabric obsession.
Join LouLou's Fabric Shop for our All-Inclusive Adventure Quilt Retreat at Bear River Lodge, where creativity and adventure come together for a one-of-a-kind quilting getaway.
Leave the cooking, planning, and everyday responsibilities behind. We've taken care of everything so you can focus on what you love most—quilting, relaxing, and making memories.
What Makes This Retreat Special?
Exclusive Shopping Experience
Your retreat begins with a private shopping event at LouLou's Fabric Shop warehouse in Morgan, Utah. Browse fabric, kits, notions, and exclusive finds while enjoying a special retreat discount.
Uninterrupted Quilting Time
No chores. No errands. No distractions.
Just hours of dedicated sewing time with plenty of space to spread out, work on projects, learn from fellow quilters, and enjoy your favorite hobby.
Stay in Beautiful Mountain Cabins
Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Bear River Lodge's newer luxury cabins, surrounded by towering pines, mountain views, and fresh air.
Each bedroom includes its own private bathroom, providing comfort and privacy throughout your stay.
All Meals Included
We'll keep you fueled and inspired with delicious meals from Thursday dinner through Saturday dinner, plus continental breakfasts and lunch bars each day.
Side-by-Side Mountain Adventure
Take a break from your sewing machine and experience the beauty of the Uinta Mountains on a guided side-by-side trail ride through scenic forest trails.
It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and create memories with your fellow quilters.
New Friends & Lasting Memories
Many guests arrive alone and leave with lifelong quilting friends.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned quilter, you'll be welcomed into a fun, encouraging, and creative community.
Sample Retreat Schedule
Thursday – The Adventure Begins
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10:00 AM – Exclusive Shopping Experience
Because buying fabric and using fabric are two completely different hobbies. -
12:00 PM – Lunch at Taggart's Grill
One last stop before entering Quilt Retreat Paradise. Where the cheesecake is as over-sized as your fabric stash. -
3:00 PM – Arrive at Bear River Lodge
Claim your sewing spot, unpack your projects, and admire everyone else's fabric haul. -
6:00 PM – Dinner
Calories consumed while quilting don't count. We checked. -
Open Sew
Stay up as late as you want—there's no laundry waiting at home.
Friday – Quilt, Eat, Adventure, Repeat
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Continental Breakfast
Fuel for a full day of stitching and enabling. -
Open Sew
Work on UFOs (UnFinished Objects) or start something new because self-control is overrated. -
12:30 PM – Lunch Bar
Refuel and compare project progress. -
Side-by-Side Adventure
Trade your rotary cutter for mountain trails and fresh air. -
Open Sew
The bobbins are full, the conversation is flowing, and nobody has to cook dinner. -
6:30 PM – Dinner
Fabric decisions are hard. Dinner decisions are not. -
Evening Open Sew
Warning: "Just one more seam" may become three more hours.
Saturday – One More Row, One More Laugh
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Continental Breakfast
Coffee, quilting, repeat. -
Open Sew
That finish line is closer than you think. -
12:30 PM – Lunch Bar
Strategic nourishment for maximum stitching efficiency. -
Nature Walk or Side-by-Side Adventure
A little mountain therapy before heading back to your machine. -
Open Sew
Final chance to finish that project you swore you'd complete. -
6:30 PM – Dinner
Celebrate new friendships, finished quilts, and fabric purchases that somehow followed you home. -
Show & Share
The oohs, aahs, and "I need that pattern!" portion of the retreat. -
Farewell Until Next Time
Leave with more memories, more inspiration, and probably more fabric than you arrived with.
What's Included
✔ Two nights lodging at Bear River Lodge
✔ All meals from Thursday dinner through Saturday dinner
✔ Dedicated sewing space
✔ Side-by-side adventure excursion
✔ Exclusive shopping experience and retreat discount
✔ Retreat swag
✔ Mountain views, fresh air, and relaxation
✔ New quilting friendships and unforgettable memories
Who Should Attend?
This retreat is perfect for:
- Quilters of all skill levels
- Friends looking for a fun getaway
- Retreat veterans and first-timers
- Anyone who wants dedicated quilting time
- Quilters who love both creativity and adventure
A Few Things to Know Before You Pack Your Sewing Machine
Bedroom Access:
All bedrooms are located either upstairs or downstairs. There are no main-floor bedrooms, so be prepared for a few trips up and down the stairs between quilting sessions.
Dietary Preferences:
We do our best to offer a variety of delicious meals, but with a group of quilters, it's nearly impossible to accommodate every individual dietary preference or restriction. If you follow a special diet, we recommend bringing a few favorite snacks or supplemental foods to ensure you have plenty of options throughout the retreat. After all, nobody wants a hungry quilter—they're known to press seams the wrong way, miscut blocks or get feisty with the seam ripper.
Location: Bear River Lodge is located on Scenic Mirror Lake Highway, less than 2 hours from Salt Lake City, Utah. https://www.bearriverlodge.com/
Bonus Quilting Time:
The official retreat wraps up after dinner on Saturday, but if you're not quite ready to leave your sewing machine (or your new quilting friends), you're welcome to stay Saturday night at no additional charge.
Some quilters prefer not to drive mountain roads after dark. Others are determined to finish "just one more row"... which somehow turns into three more hours of sewing.
Whatever your reason, enjoy one more cozy night at the lodge and squeeze in a little extra quilting time before heading home.
Check-out is by 10:00 AM on Sunday morning.
Reserve Your Spot!
Space is intentionally limited to create a comfortable, personal retreat experience.
Bring your sewing machine, your favorite projects, and your quilting besties—or come solo and make new friends.
We can't wait to quilt, laugh, explore, and create memories with you at Bear River Lodge.
Upcoming Retreat Dates:
October 8-10, 2026 (Sold Out)
October 15-17, 2026
April 8-10, 2027
April 15-17, 2027
Retreat Pricing
Choose the lodging option that works best for you:
Private Room
$649 per person
Enjoy your own private bedroom and bathroom.
Shared Room - Double Occupancy
$599 per person - Share a bedroom with a quilting bestie. Each person gets their own bed.
Shared Room - Triple Occupancy
$549 per person - Share a bedroom with two of your quilting besties. Each person gets their own bed.
Deposit Information
A $200 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot.
The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the retreat. Cancellations less than 60 days prior to retreat forfeits your deposit. We will invoice you for the remaining balance 60 days prior to retreat.
Space is limited and retreats frequently sell out, so reserve early!
Please fill out the registration form and then submit payment. Be sure you have the correct Retreat Dates on both your registration and payment. Your spot is not reserved until you have filled out the registration form and submitted your deposit.
