OWH Summer Family Camp 2025
Description
Serving military members and families, Ironwood’s Operation Welcome Home is a series of retreats for active military, veterans and their families. Retreats are provided free of charge, providing a place for the military community to come together, strengthen their faith, build relationships and support each other.

Veteran Eligibility:
To qualify for the Operation Welcome Home Program, registrations must meet the following criteria:

1. A veteran who has met the minimum active duty requirement.

2. Family Members of Current Service Members, Former Service Members, or Veterans:
Spouse
Domestic Partner
Children: Children are defined using the definition of "dependent" found in Minn. R. Chapter 9050.0040, Subp 31. A "dependent" must be an unmarried person who is:
a. Either living with or receiving support contributions from the applicant or resident;
b. A child by birth, a stepchild, an adopted child, or a child for whom the applicant or resident has been appointed legal guardian; and
c. Under 18 years of age or over 18 years of age and incapable of self-support due to physical or mental disability.

Special Note for Dependent Children: A child who reaches the age of 18 while still enrolled in high school or its equivalent is considered a dependent child until they are no longer enrolled in school.

Documentation Requirements:
Veterans: Upload a copy of your DD214 within 7 days of registration to verify your status via the link in your registration confirmation email.
Minnesota Resident: Only veterans are required to be residents of Minnesota. Active-duty service members from any state are eligible to apply.

Active-Duty Service Members:
As part of our commitment to serving both veterans and their families, we aim to ensure that 20% of approved registrations are active-duty service members. If you are an active-duty service member, we encourage you to register and take advantage of the benefits offered by our program.

Fill Out the Registration: Complete the online registration form with your personal details and military background information.

Submit Documentation:
Active-duty service members from any state are eligible to apply.
Active-duty service members: Bring your CAC ID with you to the retreat.

Registration requires a $50 deposit to hold your family's place, which is refunded after arrival or if cancellation occurs at least 3 weeks before the event.
Dates:
7/7/2025 5:00 PM - 7/9/2025 11:00 AM
Ages:
Ages 0 - 99
Cost:
$50 Refundable Deposit
Availability:
This session has openings
Registration will end on 6/30/2025.
Operation Welcome Home Service
Veteran - Minnesota Resident
Please select if you are a veteran, live in Minnesota and met the minimum active duty requirement.
Active Duty
Please select this option if you are an active-duty service member.
Veteran - Non Minnesota
Select if you are a veteran and are NOT a resident of Minnesota