Operation Bootcamp
Old Mill Point October 8-11, 2026
Operation Bootcamp is a weekend retreat designed for military families of all branches and statuses. It affirms the unique challenges families face in military life while creating space for connection and encouragement. Through shared experiences, families strengthen existing bonds and build new friendships with others in similar seasons, whether active duty or veteran.
Operation Bootcamp is offered at no cost to military families by the generous support of community friends!
PLEASE NOTE: When registering, you’ll see a per-person cost listed, but this is only for record-keeping and reflects the true value of your experience, you do not owe that amount.
A $100 deposit is required to secure your spot and will be credited to you upon arrival.
Guest Speaker: Spencer Fusselman
Dr. Spencer R. Fusselman has dedicated his life to forging the "holistic warrior," blending rigorous military standards, elite martial arts mastery, and unwavering biblical discipleship.
His military career began in 2010 as an enlisted Infantryman, with assignments as the Lead Guard for the Continental Color Guard (The Old Guard), a RECON Assistant Team Leader for the 1st BN, 14th Infantry Regiment in Hawaii, and a Heavy Weapons Section Leader. In 2017, he commissioned into the Chaplain Corps, transitioning his focus to the spiritual resilience of the force until his separation. Dr. Fusselman drew upon his Army Combatives training and over 27 years of martial arts experience to found Shinja Kenpo Karate and the Iron Lotus Martial Arts Association. As a 7th-degree black belt (Shihan) and three-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, he developed a revolutionary martial arts system rooted in biomechanics to train the mind as intensely as the body.
Currently serving as the Assistant Pastor at Christian Fellowship Church in Los Lunas, New Mexico, Dr. Fusselman’s passion is raising up the next generation of Christian warriors, by utilizing the framework of military discipline and martial arts to teach profound biblical discipleship, empowering believers to be spiritually grounded, mentally sharp, and physically prepared to answer their calling.
Program Itinerary
Schedule
Thursday
- Arrival/Registration: 2-6 PM
- Dinner
- Orientation/Introductions for Families
Friday-Saturday
- Breakfast - Coffee shop open
- Main Session (Nursery & Children's Programming Included)
- Breakout Sessions
- Lunch
- Free-time
- Store/Coffee Shop Open - 2-4 PM
- Military Games
- Sailboat Rides
- Fall-themed activities/crafts
- Dinner
- Evening Game
- Snacks/Fellowship
Sunday
- Light Breakfast
- Main Session
- Brunch
- Departure - 11:30 AM
Housing Information
OBC is underwritten by generous business and personal donations and is offered at no charge to military families.
Registration will look a little different than prior years. When you register your family, you will see a cost listed per person. You do not owe this amount. Operation Bootcamp remains a fully sponsored event and is offered at no cost to your family!
The listed amount is simply for record‑keeping purposes and to help you see the true value of the experience being provided for your family.
A $100 deposit is still required at the time of registration. This deposit will be credited to you in the form of a Store Card, which can be used in our stores and coffee shop during your time at Operation Bootcamp, or you can still choose to donate it or request a refund.
The value of this retreat for a family of four is $1,365.
Housing Options
- Family Cabin - sleeps 6-11
- Cabin Guest Room - sleeps 2-4
- Lodge Room - sleeps 4-8
- Point Cabin - sleeps up to 8 (families & singles)
See Facilities descriptions for specific accommodation info. First-come, first-served. Cedar Bay reserves the right to finalize housing arrangements according to event attendees' needs.
