7:00 AM
The Fisherman
Upper Goldwater Lake
A scenic fishing tournament in Arizona high country. Prizes for most fish and biggest catch. Arizona fishing license required.
Strength for the fight ahead
Forged for faith, family, and leadership.
The Weekend
Across two powerful days, hundreds of men from around Arizona engage in dynamic worship, bold and practical preaching, and immersive experiences that challenge both body and spirit.
Fireside acoustic sets and full-band worship that centers the weekend on Jesus.
Three bold, practical sessions calling men to readiness, endurance, and a fighter spirit.
Seven high-energy outings — fishing, shooting, boxing, hiking, and more. All included.
Friday steak dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch — all in the mess hall, all included.
Unhurried time with men who refuse to quit — around the fire, on the trail, at the table.
Practical workshops that go deeper in the areas that matter most to men.
Street tacos, tap root beer floats, and laughter around the fire to close out Friday.
Schedule
Both weekends run the same schedule — Thursday night arrival through Saturday afternoon departure.
Grounds open at 5pm for groups to arrive and check in. Please don't arrive earlier — the grounds will be empty.
An intentional hour of acoustic worship and reflection around the fire — space to center your heart and align your spirit for the days ahead.
Fishing, shooting, boxing, hiking, pickleball, Halo, and a ropes course — staggered throughout the day so you can stack as many as you'd like. See the full lineup ↓
A hearty steak dinner in the mess hall to cap off the day. Included with registration.
A powerful opening message setting the tone for readiness, endurance, and disciplined leadership.
Wk 1Jason PattersonWk 2Travis Jones
Fresh street tacos, tap root beer floats, and unhurried time around the fire to relax, laugh, and strengthen brotherhood.
A live gathering of the monthly statewide men's Bible study, led by Rick Casto, Arizona Men's Missionary. Coffee's ready by 6:00 AM.
A hearty breakfast in the mess hall — fuel up and connect before the day ahead. Included.
In the sanctuary — bold, practical preaching to open the day.
Wk 1Travis HearnWk 2Wendell McKinney
Go deeper in the areas that matter most. Choose from three sessions: Lead the Way (main room), Blended, Not Broken, or Open the Book. See the Breakouts section for details.
One last meal together in the mess hall before the final session. Included.
The final session wraps up the conference with a powerful word.
Wk 1John PetriWk 2Dr. Yisrael Vincent
Wrapped by 3:00 PM — plenty of time to hit the road and be home for dinner.
Friday Excursions
Seven outings built to push limits, build brotherhood, and awaken a fighter's mindset. Start times are staggered — attend as many as you'd like.
All excursions included with registration · Carpools coordinated for off-site outings
7:00 AM
Upper Goldwater Lake
A scenic fishing tournament in Arizona high country. Prizes for most fish and biggest catch. Arizona fishing license required.
9:00 AM
Prescott Shooting Range
A beginner-friendly shooting tournament with the entire indoor range reserved exclusively for our group.
9:00 AM
Average Joes MMA
A hands-on boxing clinic focused on fundamentals, discipline, and developing a fighter spirit. No experience required.
11:00 AM
Thumb Butte Loop Trail
A 2.2-mile moderate loop with panoramic views, fresh mountain air, and space for reflection and connection.
1:00 PM
Espire Sports
Indoor pickleball with casual open play or a structured tournament — dedicated courts for every skill level.
2:00 PM
Giant LED Wall
A Halo tournament on a massive LED wall, plus open play, PS5 VR2 boxing, and Gran Turismo racing.
3:00 PM
On-site at Granite Hills
Rock climbing, a giant swing, and a high ropes obstacle course built to test confidence and endurance.
Speakers & Worship
Weekend One
Pastor · Author · NBA Team Chaplain
Senior Pastor of Impact Church in Scottsdale and chaplain for the Phoenix Suns. After surviving a life-threatening stroke, he carries a powerful testimony of perseverance — lived, not theorized.
Weekend One
Pastor · Author · Leadership Coach
Helped launch Parkside Church in Fishers, Indiana, and authored From Your Biggest Fan. Through storytelling, humor, and vulnerability, he helps men see leadership as a chance to strengthen and champion others.
Weekend Two
Lead Pastor · Motivation Church
Church planter serving the Richmond, Virginia area for 13 years, built on a simple conviction: God can take broken people and build them back together. Over 20 years of ministry helping men rise with courage and live with purpose.
Weekend Two
AZAG Men's Director
Arizona Men's Director, theologian, and educator with a PhD in Biblical Interpretation. Direct, encouraging, and convinced God forms His strongest leaders through pressure.
Weekend One
Lead Pastor · Reclaim Church
Leads Reclaim Church in Peoria with clarity, humility, and conviction — a steady pastoral voice calling men to take ownership of their faith and lead faithfully.
Weekend Two
Founder · Divine Persuasion Studio
Entrepreneur and pastor bridging the Church and the marketplace — modeling what it looks like for men to live missionally as entrepreneurs, husbands, and fathers.
Featuring Worship By
Passionate about creating moments to encounter the Lord — a worship ministry nationally recognized for its genuine pursuit of Jesus and commitment to excellence.
Saturday morning's breakouts are built to help you go deeper in the areas that matter most to men. Pick the session that meets you where you are.
Every man leads someone. The question is where he's leading them. This main room session takes an honest look at what it means to be a spiritual leader in the three places God has planted you: your home, your workplace, and your community. Expect practical teaching and a direct challenge to step into the role God has already given you, no matter your season or your title.
Blending a family takes more than good intentions. It takes grace, patience, and a plan. Whether you're remarried, raising stepchildren, or rebuilding after divorce, this session offers honest, practical wisdom for leading your marriage and your kids with strength and humility. Led by an ordained minister who has walked this road himself, this is a judgment-free conversation for men who want to lead their blended family well.
The Bible isn't just for pastors and scholars. It's for you. In this hands-on session you'll pick up simple, practical tools for reading, understanding, and applying Scripture on your own. Taught by a lead pastor with many years of experience as a theology professor, it's deep enough to stretch you and simple enough to start using Monday morning.
Meals & Lodging
Served in the mess hall. All included with registration.
Two nights on the grounds, Thursday–Saturday.
Merch
A limited-edition tee representing strength, perseverance, and brotherhood. Premium comfort, modern fit — add it at registration.
Location
Conference and Retreat Center in the pines outside Prescott — about 90 minutes north of Phoenix.
Granite Hills Conference and Retreat Center
2025 Iron Springs Rd
Prescott, AZ 86305
Grounds open Thursday at 5:00 PM. Please don't arrive earlier.
Two weekends. One call. $149 covers your sessions, excursions, meals, and dorm lodging.