DB Outreach: Adults 18-30 Monterey Getaway (Now inviting adults up to 30!) Oct 2, 2025 - Oct 5, 2025, Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds

DB Monterey Getaway – October 2–5, 2025 

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*Space is limited, and is on a first come, first serve basis. Capacity for 30 participants.

Christian Scientists and their friends (18-30 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.

Metaphysical Theme:
God’s got you!

“Remember, thou canst be brought into no condition, be it ever so severe, where Love has not been before thee and where its tender lesson is not awaiting thee.” (The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and Miscellany, Mary Baker Eddy, pp. 149:31–2)

Registration:
Please register above. Registration is open.

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 
• Airport shuttle and all transportation throughout the weekend
• A keynote talk: Christa Case Bryant, Editor of The Christian Science Monitor
• Practitioner support & inspirational talk 
• Christian Science discussion sessions shaped by participant topic suggestions
• Monterey Bay Aquarium entry fee
• Sea Kayaking

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.

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DiscoveryBound Outreach: Terms & Conditions

Accommodation: 

Asilomar Hotel and Conference Grounds
800 Asilomar Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Lodging will be housed by gender.

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 2:
Airport arrivals
Dinner
Meet & Greet
Welcome to the Weekend
Practitioner talk: Gaby Mejía, CS* & Discussion session
Hang time (beach walk, games, or head to bed)

Friday, October 3:
Morning beach walk (optional)
Lesson study
Breakfast
Morning Welcome & Keynote speaker: Christa Case Bryant*
Workshop #1: Peer-led discussion sessions
Lunch
Activity block (swimming, beach, beach volleyball, or hike)
Workshop #2: Discussion sessions
Dinner
Evening activities

Saturday, October 4:
Morning beach walk (optional)
Lesson study
Breakfast
Sea kayaking
Picnic lunch at the beach
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Dinner
Informal Testimony Meeting
ASF Presentation & Announcements
Evening activities

Sunday, October 5:
Check out
Breakfast
Goodbyes & Wrap up items
Church service (we will send a link to listen to it)
Depart for airport
Sack lunch provided

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

Registration opened 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! 

*Event Speakers

Keynote Speaker: Christa Case Bryant, Editor of The Christian Science Monitor

Practitioner: Gaby Mejía, CS