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Temperatures in the Tampa Bay area range from the 60’s -80’s with occasional showers. The cottages are accessible by golf cart and by foot (8 min walk), but once you leave your room in the morning you may not have the opportunity to return until late in the day. Be prepared for activities outside and inside. Think “sneakers not stilettos”.

An important announcement! Hot off the press! 
We've decided to have a "Nowhere to Wear It" theme night on Saturday at The retreat! 🤵

Pick something out of your closet that you got to wear one time or maybe never. Absolutely anything goes (as long as we can't see what shouldn't be seen)! It can be dramatic or understated, high-fashion, or unusual. Just something from your closet that you have nowhere to wear it.

Here are some ideas:

• Formalwear: Dust off old bridesmaid dresses, heavy ball gowns, or red-carpet attire sitting in the back of the closet.
  
  

• Costumes & Cosplay: Wear full-body animal suits, theatrical costumes, or cosplay pieces that rarely see the light of day.
  
  

• Eccentric Fashion: Pull out sequined jumpsuits, feathered jackets, massive hats, or bold thrift-store finds.
  
  

• Graduation & Milestone Gear: Wear high school or college graduation robes, old pageant sashes, or vintage formal wear.

Be bold! Have fun! 

Join The YOPN Discord Server📱

Did you know that YOPN Members have their own Discord server? Discord is a free instant messaging and VoIP social platform that provides voice, video, and text communication for communities, or "servers". 

Create an account and join the YOPN Discord server  for all YOPN Retreat updates before and during the retreat. You can download the Discord app here.    

Air/Ground Transportation & Parking✈️

Bethany Center is about 30 minutes (17 miles) north of Tampa International Airport located at 4100 George J. Bean Parkway.

Uber / Lyft / Rideshare🚕

1. Follow airport signs for Ground Transportation.
2. Request an Uber or Lyft through the app.
3. At TPA, rideshare pickups are available at the Red Express Curbside, Blue Express Curbside, or SkyCenter One remote curbside.
4. Enter Bethany Center, 18150 Bethany Center Drive, Lutz, FL 33558 as your destination.

Estimated travel time: roughly 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic.

Estimated cost: typically $35–$60+, depending on demand, time of day and vehicle type.

If you’re hoping to share an Uber with other attendees, join the YOPN Discord server to find folks arriving around the same time!   

Driving & Parking

From Tampa International Airport: estimated drive is approximately 25–35 minutes. Bethany Center parking is limited and is first come, first serve. Ridesharing is encouraged.

Venue Amenities🌴

• All cottages are equipped with free wireless internet access. Gathering rooms are equipped with TV, DVD player, small refrigerator, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, ice maker and seating for 10 to 12.
  
  

• Each cottage gathering room will be stocked with snacks and beverages that can be enjoyed over the weekend and during the Happy Hours.

Provided Food and Beverage🍳

• Thursday, 11/12 - Reception & Dinner

• Friday, 11/13 - Breakfast, Lunch, Happy Hour, and Dinner

• Saturday, 11/14 - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

• Sunday, 11/15 - Breakfast

• Snacks - All weekend  

Travel Tip: Hidden Disabilities Sunflower🌻

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a simple tool for you to voluntarily share that you have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent – and that you may need a helping hand, understanding, or more time at the airport, in shops, at work, or in public spaces.