Host your team retreat at MJV’s scenic Prairie Oaks campus in Belle Plaine, MN surrounded by beautiful land full of wildlife and trails to explore. Build your team’s relationships by helping them bond, learn, and grow while contributing to monarch butterfly conservation.
Please fill out the interest form and an MJV representative will contact you: Interest Form
Retreat days may include:
- Educational session provided by MJV staff ($150/hour)--customizable to include any of these topics in 30 minute or 1 hr presentations:
Basic Monarch Biology and Conservation Status
Monarch Community Science
Gardening for Pollinators
Creating Pollinator Habitat
Community Engagement Activities
Q & A session about monarchs, habitat, and more!
An activity of your choosing ($150/hour), facilitated by MJV staff.
1-2 hours of volunteering (dependent on the volunteer activity chosen and MJV’s needs).
The itinerary for the day is flexible and available for the employer to lead.
All participants will receive promotional MJV items, which may include: stickers, seed packets, and MJV handouts.
Retreats can be up to 8 hours per day (start time before 10 am).
Retreat Options
Lengths | Description | Price |
1 day--Retreat Space Only | This includes a 30-minute overview of the MJV and monarch butterfly (and a composting and recycling overview for our facilities). The rest of the day is available for the employer to lead. | $250 |
2 days--Retreat Space only | This includes a 30-minute overview of the MJV and monarch butterfly (and a composting and recycling overview for our facilities). The rest of the two days are available for the employer to lead. | $400 (20% discount) |
Add-ons
Coffee & tea service: $30 per 10 people per day (includes hot coffee, teas, cream, and sweeteners)
Coffee, tea, and light snacks: $10 per person daily (light snacks may include fruits, granola bars, chips, and sweets).
Catering: Cost of goods + 20% MJV service charge + 10% tip towards establishment
Outdoor meeting space: $100 (includes a large tent over seating & tables)
Discounts: Non-profit organizations are eligible for a 10% discount on the cost of the retreat space.
Building Options: Both buildings recycle and compost.
Technology available for use during your retreat: flat-screen TV, projector, and voice amplifier. We will coordinate in advance to learn what your needs are.
FarmhouseA historic home from the late 1800s with a lot of charm! | Harvest HouseA more “modern” home with a handicap-accessible bathroom. | |
Capacity and Spaces available | 10 and under--great for smaller groups. Attendees are welcome to use the living room, dining room, and porch on the first floor. Room dimensions (ft):
| 20 and under--great for larger groups. Seating can be set up auditorium style (accommodates up to 20 people) or conference room style (accommodates up to 18 people). Attendees are welcome to use both the living room and living room nook on the first floor, as well as the basement. Room dimensions (ft):
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A/V technology | 1 Television, portable projector | 1 Television, portable projector |
Wifi | Yes | Yes |
Kitchen Facilities | Yes (coffee pot, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, plates/silverware/cups/basic kitchen supplies) | Yes (coffee pot, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, plates/silverware/cups/basic kitchen supplies) |
A/C and heating | Heated. No A/C (fans available, house stays cool in the summer) | Heated. Limited A/C (fans available) |
Accessibility | Handicap parking and ramp. No wheelchair accessible restroom. | Handicap ramp and driveway parking. One wheelchair accessible restroom. |
Catering Options: All located in Belle Plaine. At least 2 weeks of lead time is required to place a catering order. To place an order, we require the following information: 1) the number of people, 2) the chosen restaurant, 3) and dietary requirements.
- Local Restaurants:
Heng Navy Bakery & Diner (blend of American and Vietnamese)
- Chain Restaurants:
Domino’s Pizza
Subway
- Grocery
Coborn’s
