Workshops, demos, and make-n-takes
When will I find out what workshops, demos, and make-n-takes are available? 2026 WORKSHOP/DEMOS/MAKE-N-TAKES OPEN NOW! IF YOU DID NOT GET THE EMAIL, PLEASE EMAIL LEE AT FIBERLOVERETREAT@GMAIL.COM SIGN UPS WILL CLOSE SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH LATE AFTERNOON/EARLY EVENING.
Because all workshops, demos and make-n-takes at the retreat are facilitated by attendees, we won’t know what activities will be available until after registration closes in August.
In late August or early September, we’ll send you an email with a form where you can choose your first and second choice for each timeslot. We aren’t able to place everyone in their first choice for every spot, but we’ll do our best to give everyone several options they’re excited about. A couple weeks before the retreat, you’ll get a personal email letting you know which session you have a spot in.
Do I need to pay for any of the workshops, demos, and make-n-takes, or prepare in advance?
Some workshops charge a small materials fee, or ask you to do homework or bring materials with you. Many are free and require no prep.. If there is a materials fee, please bring the exact amount in cash; there will not be time for facilitators to make change or run electronic transactions. Any fees are paid directly to the facilitator.
How many time slots can I sign up for?
There are 120 attendees.
There are a total of 344 available slots across five session times. That’s *close* to 3 sessions per person. Every effort will be made to give everyone who wants to take classes at *least* 2. If space allows, we will add folks to their 3rd and possibly 4th choice.
What if I want to lead a workshop, demo, or make-n-take but I’ve already registered?
You’re welcome to sign up to teach a workshop anytime before registration closes in August. Email info@fiberloveretreat.com with a description of your 60-75 minute workshop, demo, or make-n-take.
Camp logistics
When should I plan to arrive at Camp Ida Haven?
Check in at the main lodge on Thursday, September 17th from 4pm to 9pm. Your dorm room/cabin number or RV spot has been emailed to you. Retreaters can arrive anytime after noon; you can unpack your gear, hang out on the ground, however, we request that you do not go any of the buildings before we open the doors at 4:00. This includes the balcony off the main lodge. If you require assistance with getting luggage up to your dorm room we will have someone available to help you after registration check in begins.
Dinner on Thursday night will be served from 6:30-7:30 to allow for travel time and settling in.
How will I know where I am supposed to be if I’m a volunteer?
Volunteers will receive an email from Amanda, the volunteer wrangler as well as being listed on your registration packet with the description of what is needed for the task you volunteered for. This retreat couldn’t happen without all the volunteers, so thank you for helping make this an amazing weekend.
Can I change my mind about staying in the dorms or a cabin?
2026 is pretty full in the dorms and cabins, so moving people will be challenging at this point.
Can I bring pets?
We love our furry friends, but please leave yours at home. Camp policy is “no pets” and we wouldn’t want to trigger anyone’s allergies or run the risk of animals getting into mischief.
Packing list
Clothing
- Warm clothes for chilly mountain evenings. Check the weather here.
- Rain gear, just in case!
- Sun gear for sitting out on the lawn or by the lake
- Appropriate shoes for rural terrain. The camp does not have paved roads.
- A robe if you are in the dorms
- Swimsuit if you plan on taking a dip in the lake. (Camp Ida-Haven requests no bikinis). The weather might be chilly, so if you do plan on participating in lake activities, you might want to bring a wetsuit.
- Swim shoes if you are taking the water aerobics class (or if you just don’t like the feel of lake mud between the toesies)
Personal items
- Any medication or medical devices to make you comfortable
- Your CPAP or Breathe Right strips if you know you snore. (You want your roomies to still be friends in the morning, and we all need our beauty rest!)
- Ear plugs and eye mask if you are a light sleeper
- A personal fan if the heat bothers you, or you need white noise to sleep. (Please check with your roomies to make sure they’re ok with the noise. We can always find alternative accommodations if there’s an issue!)
- Towel (if you are staying in the dorm or a cabin)
- Shower shoes
- Pillow, sheets and blankets or a sleeping bag (If staying in a dorm or cabin. All other accommodations have linens).
- Padding for your mattress (If staying in a dorm or cabin. These beds are for young summer campers, so you may want some extra padding!)
- A refillable water bottle. Please consider leaving single use plastics at home.
- A household extension cord for charging electronics. All lower bunks have an outlet available.
Camp gear
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- Flashlight for walking at night
- A worklight for night-time crafting on the deck or your cabin porch. Please be kind and don’t blind people with your headlamp!
- Camp chair (The camp provides plastic deck chairs at the lodge, but you might prefer your own)
- An umbrella or shelter for shade on the beach
- Kayak, paddle board, or canoe (The camp will also have available watercraft, along with life jackets and whistles which must be worn while on the water. There is no lifeguard on duty.)
- If you are in a hotel room, the “Tiny House” “Guest House” or the “Gatekeeper’s House”, something of value to secure your key (We get charged $50 for lost keys).
Retreat essentials
- Your projects!
- Homework and required materials or fees for your workshops. CASH ONLY. Please bring exact change. Facilitators will not have time to make change or run electronic payments.
- Your MAL or other fiber crafted item to wear during our group photo.
- A reusable shopping bag for your Vendor Market treasures.
Things to share (optional)
- The camp staff works hard to make our weekend a relaxing event. There will be a “Love Gift’ receptacle for cash tips. This will be given to the camp director at the end of the weekend.
- Yarn and supplies you are ready to rehome for the “Free to a Good Home” table.
- Treats for the snack table (there will be regular and GF snack tables clearly labeled both in the main lodge and Cabin 5)
- A musical instrument, sports equipment or other anything else you’d like to do together
For 2026 we have two activities that require you bring some things from home. (participation is optional)
- Please bring progress keepers you don’t mind sharing. These must be the lobster claw or earring back style. Not stitch markers. No lightbulb or plastic safety pin style.
- We will be doing a mini swap on Saturday evening. Minis must be either fingering or dk, a minimum of 10 grams, have the fiber content and weight noted, and if it’s been exposed to pets. Extra bonuses if you know the manufacturer/dyer. Labels are available to download, email for the file. If you do not have the ability to print something, extra labels will be available at the retreat.
DO NOT BRING
- Pets
- Firearms/Fireworks
- Weapons of any kind
- Illegal substances (marijuana is illegal in all forms in Idaho)
- Your itsy-bitsy-teeny-weeny-yellow-polka-dot-bikini!
- Perfumes or heavily scented items. Many people are scent sensitive.
We’ll see you soon!