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Bay Lake Island
Retreat Center

where wellness takes center stage.
Our focus is clear:
To nurture a healthy heart and mind
through tailored practices and information
designed to empower you to live a well balanced life
with every choice you make. 

Our goal is simple:
To keep stress at bay and cultivate a sense of
peace, comfort, and mental clarity.

Whether you're seeking solitude for introspection or engaging in meaningful conversations, Bay Lake offers a sanctuary where memorable moments are crafted. Picture the warmth of a crackling campfire, the tranquility of slipping into bed after a long day, or the bliss of swaying gently in a hammock – our retreat is designed to elevate your happiness and enhance your overall well-being.

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Welcome to a place where every moment
is dedicated to the happiness of you.

BOOK YOUR TIME ON THE ISLAND!

CONTACT US

16257 Brighton Point Road

Deerwood, MN 56444

(320) 639-1433 (Click to call us)

island@npmh.org (Click to email us)

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We're Thinking Big!

What goes on here>

Conferences | Seminars | Staff Training and Development | Multi-Day Retreats

Nature Walks on/off Walkways | Team Building Events | Campfires | Great Talking Spots |

Kayaking / Canoeing | Native American Ceremonies | Yoga/Wellness events | Snowshoeing/Cross Country Skiing | Outdoor Woodfire Pizza Oven | 

Cooking Events in our Full Commercial Kitchen | Kids arts and Crafts | Many Kids Games | Sunset Cruises |  Self-Discovery | Practice At Getting Back To Happy!

DO YOU WANT MORE INFORMATION?
Booking for your event?
Questions about what kind of events we can host?
Contact Deb Watson in the way you prefer:

dwatson@npmh.org
(320) 639-1433










ACA Accredited 
The ACA is the only national accrediting body for camps of all types. 
The Accreditation standards focus on health, safety, and risk management,
and are used as benchmarks by government entities.
It helps show our commitment to the well-being of those coming to our island.  



People leave refreshed, rejuvenated and full of great new experiences.
Come out for a tour and see for yourself.
We want you to love it here!

Photos from the Island

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Bay Lake Retreat Center birds eye view

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Campstyle lunch

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Fire Pit

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Medical Building

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Relaxing hammock and swing

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Hiking trail in Winter

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Sunset at Bay Lake Retreat Center

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Ferry to the island

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Group events

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Pizza in outdoor woodfired oven

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Beautiful fall colors

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Kayaking

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Baseball field

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Gazebo

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Kids slide and jungle gym

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Hiking trail in Summer

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Girls event around campfire

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Yoga sessions

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Time for friendships

Click - Honoring this Indigenous Land

If you believe in what we're doing on the island towards preventative mental health - 
Donations are appreciated

Help make the Island someting truly special!

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