FAQ
Some questions we get a lot of
Who can join an XCC?
The XCC is for men ages 18 and up. Our oldest participant to date is 76 years old. The XCC is not a retreat. There are no bunk beds or hot showers. Make sure you can jog for half an hour without passing out, do 30 push ups and 30 sit ups (within 30 minutes), and walk up the stairs carrying 40 extra pounds without panting. These are the minimum requirements.
What do I need to bring?
We have a very specific pack list for you to follow. You are allowed to ONLY bring what is on the pack list. We encourage men to borrow or share equipment.
I am on a special diet. Is that possible on the weekend?
We try to take your diet into account as far as possible. Please indicate this when you register and we will contact you. If you haven’t heard from us 1 week before the weekend, please contact us.
We would love to take you into account, but please communicate with this on time.
We take medical allergies into account, not fancy diets. 🙂
Can I bring additional food?
We can be very brief about that: NO. You won’t need this either.
Can I bring a team?
Yes!
During the registration process you can fill out the Group Name section with the name of your group and we will place you together on a team. We form teams based on Group Name first, then based on where men live. If your group is less than eight, we will combine groups to make a complete team.
If you are not part of a group we will assign you a team.
Where exactly do I have to be before the start of the weekend?
You will hear from us at the very last minute. Try to carpool as much as possible!
How can I charge my mobile phone and / or notify home?
You can’t.
We consciously want to set aside time from technology during the weekend. A mobile phone or other electronic devices divert attention from what we want to do.
If the home front needs you for an emergency, they can contact the 4M leader responsible for the weekend (you will receive his mobile number just before the weekend).