Our events are held at Andrizo Ranch in the beautiful piney woods of Palestine, TX.

While the exact schedule is intentionally kept under wraps, you can expect a powerful mix of outdoor challenges, impactful teachings, personal reflection, and brotherhood-building moments—all designed to help you encounter God and step into the man you were called to be.

No. While The Return is a Christian-based experience grounded in biblical principles, we welcome men from all stages of their faith journey. We've seen profound transformation in men exploring faith for the first time, as well as those with deep spiritual roots. You don't need to have everything figured out spiritually—we simply ask that you come with an open mind and heart, ready to engage authentically with other men committed to becoming better leaders, fathers, and husbands.

Yes, staying on-site is required. We begin early and end late each day to maximize the value and content of your four-day experience. The close proximity with fellow participants is also essential for cultivating the brotherhood that is central to The Return experience.

The event spans four days, beginning Wednesday evening and concluding Sunday morning. You'll receive detailed logistics via email.

We recommend flying into DFW or Houston Intercontinental Airports. For those flying into DFW International Airport, we provide transportation to and from the ranch. Once you’ve registered, you’ll receive an email with travel details.

Bring comfortable athletic and outdoor appropriate clothes and shoes, as there will be multiple activities taking place outdoors. You'll receive a detailed packing list in your welcome email with everything you need to know to be fully prepared for your experience.

Your investment includes lodging, all meals, transportation to and from the event (for those flying into DFW International Airport), additional gear provided at the experience, and an event shirt. You'll receive a detailed packing list in your welcome email for any personal items to bring.

James deMelo is the founder and director of Andrizo Man, a nonprofit dedicated to helping men lead with integrity, responsibility and honor in their personal and professional lives. Drawing from his unique background as a competitive bodybuilder, law enforcement officer, and pastor, James creates transformative experiences like The Return and The Awakening—4-day intensives on the virtues of manhood that have impacted the lives of thousands of men. A gifted communicator whose passion, boldness, and often humorous style bring the gospel to life, James is dedicated to the spiritual development of men using biblical principles he has learned and applied to see transformation in his own life. He is the author of Andrizo Man: A Call to Distinctive and Authentic Manhood, and resides with his family in Carrollton, Texas.