Vet Candy RetreatJoin us in sunny Costa Rica for adventure, fun, and exciting continuing education. Thirteen hours of RACE-approved continuing education will be provided to attendees!* Our program, hosted by Vet Candy, will combine interesting lectures to further your professional and personal development with wellness activities and free time to enjoy the surroundings and one another. Experience the continuing education conference like no other while you soak up the sun, network with other professionals and enjoy well-deserved relaxation in luxurious surroundings.
Continuing Education:
Wellness: On two mornings before the lectures begin, we will offer yoga classes led by a local instructor. We'll move our bodies and ready our minds for the day ahead while looking at the picturesque tropical surroundings! Also, when we're not in session, guests are welcome to take advantage of the beautiful and relaxing resort amenities, pool and beach. There are complimentary bikes and kayaks as well as SUP rentals and spa services available (for an additional fee). Adventure: There are so many incredible things to see and do in Costa Rica, and on our retreat, we will have an exciting day trip on our last day together. We will go sailing on a memorable catamaran tour on the Pacific Ocean, complete with snorkeling, open bar, light lunch, and a possible whale and dolphin sightings! |
Early Bird Pricing through February 29:
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What's Included
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The Accommodations
Our luxurious boutique resort aka home for the retreat is El Mangroove on the Gulft of Papagayo, just 20 minutes from the Liberia (LIR) airport. With a focus on authentic Costa Rican culture, farm and sea-to-table cuisine, and healthy and active experiences, El Mangroove aligns with Ketanga's values, and we are excited to bring you there! The resort also features a relaxing fully-functioning spa, two restaurants, a swimming pool, and private access to the beach.
Guests will have the choice of a Bark Suite (single), a 485-square foot room complete with a king bed and private living room area featuring a relaxing hammock next to a window that makes you feel like you're floating in nature, or a Nesto Suite (double) with the same size and amenities, featuring two queen beds. All rooms are complete with WiFi connectivity, air conditioning, a fan, a walk-in closet, workspace, 42" plasma TV, safe deposit box, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and mini bar.
Guests will have the choice of a Bark Suite (single), a 485-square foot room complete with a king bed and private living room area featuring a relaxing hammock next to a window that makes you feel like you're floating in nature, or a Nesto Suite (double) with the same size and amenities, featuring two queen beds. All rooms are complete with WiFi connectivity, air conditioning, a fan, a walk-in closet, workspace, 42" plasma TV, safe deposit box, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and mini bar.
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Retreat schedule
Thursday, May 28
Friday, May 29
Saturday, May 30
Sunday, May 31
- Welcome to Costa Rica! Guests will arrive at the Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) airport - recommended arrival before 2PM - and take a provided shuttle to the resort to check in and get settled
- 3:30pm: Meet for introductions
- 4-6pm: Effective techniques for negotiation and leadership
- 7pm: Group dinner included at the resort
Friday, May 29
- 7:30am: Yoga
- 9-10am: Breakfast + Outbreak management
- 10-11am: Emerging infectious diseases
- 11-12pm: Wildlife zoonoses
- Break for lunch and free time to enjoy the resort
- 4-6pm: Vet Candy Game- Outbreak
- Free night
Saturday, May 30
- 7:30am: Yoga
- 9-10am: Breakfast + Risky Business
- 10-11am: Why rabies still matters
- 11-12pm: Facts about leptospirosis
- Break for lunch and free time
- 1:30pm: Depart for catamaran sailing adventure
- 7pm: Group dinner + Name that pathogen
Sunday, May 31
- 7:30am: Group meditation
- 8-9am: Breakfast + Finding your career path
- 9-10am: The importance of networking
- Goodbyes and departures
Meet the speakers
Dr. Courtney A. Campbell is a board certified veterinary surgeon, host, author, and producer. Campbell is known for hosting and producing the veterinary news show, Vet Candy Watch and a popular podcast on PetLife Radio. He is an award winning journalist and was the 2020 recipient of Global Pet’s Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award.
He is a recurring guest The Rachel Ray Show, CBS The Doctors,Hallmark Channel, and other daytime shows, Pet Collective’s “Hot Vet”, and was the co-host of Nat Geo Wild’s Pet Talk for two seasons. Vertical Divider
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Dr. Jenifer Chatfield is the Staff Veterinarian at 4J Conservation Center, an instructor for FEMA & Department of Homeland Security courses, and a Regional Commander for the National Disaster Medicine System Team. She is a graduate of Texas A&M and has pursued emergency medicine and zoo medicine throughout her career. She is also board certified in zoo and preventative medicine.
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Get to know Vet Candy
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Founded and led by veterinary professionals, Vet Candy is a company dedicated to making the veterinary world a better place.
Vet Candy seeks to accelerate a culture shift within the profession that supports inclusion, diversity, and gender balance. Vet Candy delivers world class content, with engaging voices and inspirational messages curated by a network of top influencers and experts. Learn more at MyVetCandy.com! |
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*This program (RACE number 1487-39159) is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 13 CE Credits, with a maximum of 13 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician/technologist. This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of medical and non-medical using the delivery method of lecture/seminar. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements.
Retreat itinerary is subject to change