GOLF RETREAT IN GEORGIA

The Bobby Henline Foundation, doing business as Forging Forward is hosting a military and first responder, veteran and active duty Retreat near St. Mary's, Georgia. The retreat is for established GOLFERS only - whether you can golf really well or are a beginner, we welcome all levels. However, this is not a teaching retreat.

Register using the application below or click the button to the right.

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The Tee-Off Triumph Golf Retreat is open to male participants only, active duty and veteran:

• Military
• Law enforcement
• Firefighters
• EMS
• 911 Operators
• Correction Officers 

FOCUS: Have fun, learn new skills, socialization, camaraderie, relaxation, and connectivity. 

ACTIVITIES: Golfing on Saturday at Osprey Cove Golf Course (weather permitting); planning to schedule golf for Friday and Sunday at beautiful local courses (weather permitting); facemask painting; mindfulness training; chats; relaxation and more. Activities are done as a group. We want each person to come away with a new skill, battle buddies, and know there are people who care about you.

COST: The Retreat, Activities, and Food are FREE TO PARTICIPANTS. Note: Not everyone who applies will be chosen to attend the Retreat due to the limited number of lodging space and available funding.

ALLERGIES: Various foods will be prepared and served at the Retreat and/or local restaurants. If you have allergies, it is strongly advised you put your health first as there are no medical personnel assigned to attend the Retreat.

TRANSPORTATION: All participants will be responsible to get themselves to and from St. Mary's, Georgia. Forging Forward shall not take responsibility for any mishaps or accidents that may occur to or from the final location(s) or to any activity the participant(s) ride with a volunteer or other participant, or drive to.

Transportation after arriving will be provided by Forging Forward volunteers or your personal vehicle.

MOBILITY: All participants must be able to independently walk on their own or have a mode of mobiility that other unfamiliar with the mobility device may assist with. The location and activities includes steps, stairs, uneven floors or terrain, walking on golf courses, local environment, etc. All daily living activities must be independent.

LODGING: All lodging is FREE and will be at a location disclosed only to those participating. Lodging will be in single beds in shared rooms. Private bathroom facilities will be shared amongst participants.

ATTENDANCE: It is expected all participants will remain at the Retreat for the duration. If you have a conflict and know that you will be late arriving or have to leave early, please be considerate and pass on this opportunity, golf tee times cannot be delayed.

ARRIVAL: January 16, 2025 - time will be shared with participants.

DEPARTURE: January 20, 2025 - no later than 10:00 AM local time 

PRIOR FORGING FORWARD RETREAT ATTENDEES: APPLICATION AND CONSIDERATION: If you have attended a Forging Forward Retreat in the past 12 months, you are eligible to apply for this Golf Retreat if you also list a buddy to attend with you. Please feel free to apply and we will add you to the waiting list. You will be required to add your buddy's name on the application AND your buddy will also have to complete an application. Your application will be considered only after all those who have never attended a Forging Forward Retreat in the past 12 months are considered or a chosen participant drops out.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY FOR FORGING FORWARD: Upon arrival and before participating in any activity, participants will be required to sign a RELEASE OF LIABILITY to participate. Please be prepared.

NOTE: Only accepted applicants will get lodging and golf information via email once all planning is complete, usually 20-30 days prior to start of Retreat.