2025 Reading the Waters | TN

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READING THE WATERS OF LIFE

RETREAT OPEN TO ALL

JUNE 4-8, 2025 | South Holston River | Bristol, TN | $1,950

Our Reading the Waters retreat is open to anyone who is curious about Altar's mission and ministry, who is seeking to read the waters of life and creating new intentionality in life's rhythms, and simply desire the space to decompress, refresh, and share in a fishing adventure.

Led by Altar's team you will experience retreat rhythms, enjoy delicious meals, intentional teaching, time for personal reflection, and engaging conversations while encountering God's great outdoors.

Our retreats are designed to bring awareness for now and desire for the future. Join us on an adventure for the health and well-being of your one and only life...your soul.

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SOUTH HOLSTON RIVER

The South Fork Holston River, more often referred to simply as the South Holston River, is one of the most renowned fishing rivers in the Southeast. USA Today ranked the South Holston 4th for top fly fishing in the country! Beginning in Virginia, the South Holston River is free-flowing for the first part of its journey down the slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The famous tailwaters emanating from the South Holston Dam is where we will find our adventure.

Accommodations

4 nights/3 days at Tailwaters Lodge beautifully located in Bristol, TN on 540' of the South Holston River, a prime spot for wade fishing for wild brown trout and plentiful rainbow trout. All meals are crafted by our in-house chef including full breakfasts, lunches on the river, and delicious home-cooked dinners around the table together.

The Retreat

An Altar retreat is a unique blend of rest, intentionality and adventure. You will engage retreat materials, take part in teaching sessions with Altar's team, enjoy great conversations and return to your 'home waters' equipped for the next season ahead.

The Fishing

Your retreat includes 3 days of guided fly fishing! You will wade and float the South Holston River voted 4th best river in the U.S.! All gear (as needed) and guide fees are included. All skill levels are welcome!

Booking Details

- The cost of your adventure is $1,950.
- A $250 Deposit at the time of registration reserves your spot.
- Your balance is due 30 days prior to the retreat.
- You are responsible for your travel plans and expenses to and from the Tailwaters Lodge.
- Please review our Cancellation Policy.

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Don't miss out on your adventure!

Book your 2025 Altar Fly Fishing experience today and look forward to the adventure and soul care you need and deserve.

"This retreat was nothing short of awesome for me. Connecting with other leaders that face the same challenges as I do was very valuable. We learned to focus on developing one’s soul. And the coaching we received was tremendously valuable. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to hit the reset button and improve their relationship with God, while becoming a better leader."

Aaron | Soul of a Leader

"There is something special about the mountains. It's where a man can come and cry without mockery, ridicule, judgement or shame. Nature doesn't care. It's just him and God...and God cares. "

Scott | Soul of a Pastor