DB Outreach: 18-24 year olds Annual Monterey Getaway Oct 2 - Oct 5, Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds

DB Annual Monterey Getaway – October 2-5, 2025 

Register Here (coming soon!)
*Space is limited, and is on a first come, first serve basis.

Christian Scientists and their friends (18-24 yr olds), don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect with fellow young adults in Monterey Bay! This adventure-filled trip includes sea kayaking, a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and uplifting metaphysical discussions in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Registration:
Please register above. Registration opens Thursday, May 1st, at 10:00 AM MST.

Cost: 

• Early registration (before July 25): $340
• Registration after July 25: $380
• Non-refundable deposit: $170

Cost Includes: 

• Meals from Thursday dinner thru Sunday lunch
• Accommodations
• Monterey Bay Aquarium entry fee
• Sea Kayaking 
• Airport shuttle and all transportation throughout the weekend
• Practitioner support & a Practitioner talk 
• A keynote talk
  

Financial Aid & Cancellation Information:
Need-based financial aid is available, providing up to $170 for registration and up to $200 in travel support.

If the awarded amount does not fully meet your financial needs for this event and you decide to cancel your registration, please notify us at dbinfo@discoverybound.org within 48 hours of receiving your financial aid notification. If you cancel, your deposit will be refunded, minus a $25 cancellation fee.

Please register first before completing the Financial Aid Form.

Financial Aid | Payment, Cancellation, & FA Policy

Weather:
In early October, Asilomar, CA, typically experiences mild and pleasant weather. You can expect:

• Highs: Around 65–70°F (18–21°C)
• Lows: Around 50–55°F (10–13°C)
• Conditions: Mostly sunny or partly cloudy, with occasional morning fog or coastal breezes.

It’s a good idea to bring layers, as mornings and evenings can be cool, especially with the ocean breeze.

What to Bring:

• Lightweight, breathable tops
• Shorts
• Pants (for the evening)
• Athletic wear
• Swimsuits 
• Swim cover-up
• Comfortable shoes
• Sneakers/Athletic shoes
• Sandals or flip-flops
• Light sweater or jacket
• Lightweight rain jacket
• Undergarments & socks
• Pajamas
• Hat
• Water bottle
• Quick-dry towel
• Pack light! One medium bag and one day backpack, as space is limited
• Your favorite snacks
  • Food substitutes if you have special dietary requirements.
• Camera/Go-pro
• Bible Lesson
• Toiletries
• Sunglasses, sunscreen and chapstick
• Journal (optional)
• Favorite Game (optional)

*This is a base packing list—adjust as needed for our trip.

Travel:

Arrival (October 2, 2025):
Please arrive at any of the following:

• San Jose (SJC) by 3:00pm
• Monterey (MRY) by 3:30pm
• Driving to Asilomar Conference Grounds arrive between 4:30pm-5:30pm

Departure (October 5, 2025):
Please depart from the same airport as your arrival. If you would like to stay longer, please arrange your own transportation to the airport. Check out of rooms is at 11am; however you are more than welcome to stay on the grounds as long as you would like. 

• San Jose (SJC) at 1:00pm or later
• Monterey (MRY) at 12:15pm or later
• Driving from Asilomar Conference Grounds leave at your leisure
  

Itinerary (tentative): *More information to come. 

Thursday, October 3:
Airport arrivals
Dinner
Meet & Greet
Practitioner talk & Discussion session
Hang time (beach walk, games, or head to bed)

Friday, October 4:
Morning beach walk (optional)
Lesson Study
Breakfast
Morning Welcome & Keynote speaker
Workshop #1: Peer-led discussion sessions
Lunch
Activity block
Workshop #2: Discussion sessions
Dinner
Evening activities

Saturday, October 5:
Morning beach walk (optional)
Breakfast
Morning activity*
Sack lunch
Afternoon activity*
Dinner
Evening activity*
Hang time (beach walk, games, or head to bed)
*Informal church service, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Sea kayaking. 

Sunday, October 6:
Check out
Breakfast
Depart for airport
Sack lunch provided

Contact:
Shelby Mehring, DB Young Adult Manager at 20s30s@discoverybound.org or 720.599.6939

Registration opens Thursday, May 1st, at 10:00 AM MST and is on a first-come, first-served basis. 

This event is generously subsidized by Asher Student Foundation. Thank you!