Farm Event: Native Bee Walk w/ John Kotab
2026-08-08 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Many of you know about honeybees and bumblebees. Did you know there are around 300 other bee species in this region? John Kotab does, and he’s here to showcase them and will help you identify many of them on our bee-ID notification walk. Come learn about all our solitary and colony-forming bees as we stroll the beautiful wildflower gardens and environs at The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center.
Rain Policy
All of our events have indoor rain plans as backups in case of adverse weather. Please dress accordingly and bring rain gear if the forecast looks to be really wet!
Refund Policy
If you must cancel your reservation to one of our events then please let us know, at the latest, 48 hours before the scheduled time. If an unexpected emergency occurs then please let us know ASAP by emailing farm@themountainrlc.org. For both options, we can offer you the opportunity to attend a future event.

Farm Event: Mushroom Identification
2026-08-29 13:00 - 16:00
Let’s get wild on a 3 hour walk in the old growth forest while we discover, properly identify and discuss foraging for wild edible and medicinal mushrooms. We cover the basics to get you started on what could become a lifelong passion and hobby of yours! We discuss prime habitats where specific mushrooms occur, why and what mushrooms do ecologically and a thorough discussion on safety precautions as well as practical harvesting/preservation techniques. Lastly, we will show you some simple wild mushroom uses and cooking techniques that we all will sample!

Learn to identify choice edible and medicinal mushrooms
Learn to identify the common toxic look alikes.
Learn approved forage areas and where not to forage
Learn proper handling and storage techniques
Learn the variety of ways mushrooms benefit the forest and their ecological role
Learn preservation and preparation techniques
Learn the BIG 5 functional mushrooms and what they can do for you
Leave with a few wild recipes

Rain Policy
All of our events have indoor rain plans as backups in case of adverse weather. Please dress accordingly and bring rain gear if the forecast looks to be really wet!
Refund Policy
If you must cancel your reservation to one of our events then please let us know, at the latest, 48 hours before the scheduled time. If an unexpected emergency occurs then please let us know ASAP by emailing farm@themountainrlc.org. For both options, we can offer you the opportunity to attend a future event.

Crone Awakening Wisdom
2026-09-10 - 2026-09-13
More information and registration coming soon!

Farm Event: Community Meet and Greet
2026-09-12 13:00 - 16:00
Rain Policy
All of our events have indoor rain plans as backups in case of adverse weather. Please dress accordingly and bring rain gear if the forecast looks to be really wet!
Refund Policy
If you must cancel your reservation to one of our events then please let us know, at the latest, 48 hours before the scheduled time. If an unexpected emergency occurs then please let us know ASAP by emailing farm@themountainrlc.org. For both options, we can offer you the opportunity to attend a future event.

Episcopal Church of the Epiphany Annual Retreat
2026-09-18 - 2026-09-20
The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany is an inclusive community called to seek and follow Jesus Christ. We welcome all people in the Eucharistic fellowship of Christ’s Body. We receive strength and encouragement at the common table to carry out Christ’s work of reconciliation in our broken world. Nourished by worship and witness, learning and teaching, fellowship and service, we strive to live out the Gospel’s radical values with gladness of heart.
Church Website
When
​Program: September 18 – 20, 2026
Registration Deadline: September 4
Registration: Coming soon!

In our registration system you’ll find:
“Church Retreats” | “MountainCamp” | “Other Retreats” | “Youth CONs”
Select “Church Retreats“, then select your “Episcopal Church of the Epiphany” package.

The Oneness Movement: Beautiful State Course
2026-09-19 - 2026-09-20
The Beautiful State is a two-day journey into the power of consciousness..
Through The Beautiful State course, you will discover the power of your consciousness and how it can reshape our own life and the world around you. This course serves as a roadmap to guide you through the unconscious mind to greater self-awareness and higher levels of consciousness
Embark on this transformative journey to discover your true self, learn the art of living in a beautiful state, and unlock the door to a life of joy, harmony, and synchronicity.
At the heart of this workshop is the recognition that a beautiful state of being is not only a possibility but is our true nature. Through a series of enlightening sessions, neuroscience-based meditation practices, and guided processes, you will learn to release destructive, unconscious patterns that impede every aspect of life. This program offers an opportunity to transcend stressful states of mind, awaken you to the universal intelligence, and empower you to live a beautiful life.
Our lives reflect our inner state. To change our lives, we must first transform our inner being. In every instance, the choice is ours: live in stress or in a beautiful state. This inner journey is designed to awaken harmony in every aspect of our lives.
After this course you will be able to:

Free yourself of over-thinking
Return to calm more easily by learning simple, powerful & specially designed meditations
Create harmony with yourself & other
Re-discover your authentic self and be more energized & joyful
Enjoy a creative life where inspiration comes and answers flow to you
Tap into Higher Consciousness and create synchronicities

Registration Info
Registration Status: Now open!
Registration deadline: September 4, 2026
Fees
This retreat begins on Saturday morning and ends Sunday afternoon. You may also choose to arrive on Friday night and/or stay on Sunday night. Meals in The Mountain’s dining hall will be served beginning with Friday dinner and ending with Sunday lunch or dinner.
Room and Board Fee
Double Occupancy – $135 per person per night
Single Occupancy (limited availability) – $205 per person per night
Bunkhouse – $115 per person per night
Commuter – $60 per day
Program Fee
First Time Participant – $275
Returning Participant – $175
Student – $150
Registration Instructions

Go to The Mountain’s Portal
On the top right click on Registration Portal.
Create an account
Complete your personal profile
Under “Program Classifications” select ‘Other Retreats’
Find 2026 Beautiful State Course
Select your room option and number of nights
Specify dietary needs, housing options and mobility needs
Specify roommate options. If this is left empty one will be assigned to you
Submit payment. Your spot is not secured until payment has been submitted.

Click Here to Register!

Farm Event: Nurture with Nature - Oxymel & Elixir Making
2026-09-19 13:00 - 16:00
Have you ever wondered how natural remedies are made? Oxymels and Elixirs are long embedded in our history. Come learn how to sustainably harvest and process natural herbs that you could be medicinally using right now from your own backyard. Learn to treat common colds and seasonal allergies without harmful drugs from the pharmacy. Hear the stories, legends and lore our elders used to tell us of these native plants and most of all take your health into your own hands.
Here we will learn to identify and ethically wildcraft medicinal plants and herbs into healing oxymels and elixirs to boost your immune system and naturally care for your family.

Learn what oxymel and elixirs are
Learn their traditional uses
Learn to identify and forage wild medicinal herbs
Learn to use ingredients from your own refrigerator
Learn to make your own customized product to care for you and your family such as elderberry tonic and fire cider

Rain Policy
All of our events have indoor rain plans as backups in case of adverse weather. Please dress accordingly and bring rain gear if the forecast looks to be really wet!
Refund Policy
If you must cancel your reservation to one of our events then please let us know, at the latest, 48 hours before the scheduled time. If an unexpected emergency occurs then please let us know ASAP by emailing farm@themountainrlc.org. For both options, we can offer you the opportunity to attend a future event.

GSV Fall Conference
2026-09-24 - 2026-09-27
Check back in 2026 for more information!
GaySpiritVisions.org

UUWomenspirit Fall Institute and Gathering
2026-09-30 - 2026-10-04
To learn when registration opens and about pricing, schedule, our offerings, and more, please visit our website uuwomenspirit.org.

UUTC Brevard Annual Retreat
2026-10-11 - 2026-10-13
Inclusive. Intentional. INVOLVED.
This is a three-day, two-night fall congregational retreat for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Brevard. We welcome members and friends of UUTC of all ages. There will be fun and fellowship for all, including nature walks, arts and crafts, workshops, singing and music, and a Sunday service.
​View their website
Program Details
Registration open to UUTC members, friends, and invited guests
Program: October 11 – 13, 2026
Registration Coming soon!
Registration deadline: September 27, 2026
​Arrival Date and Time: Sunday, Oct 11, 3pm – 6pm
Departure Date and Time: Tuesday, Oct 13, after 12pm

UU Fellowship of Athens Retreat
2026-10-16 - 2026-10-18
Take a break from the chaos of our world and allow yourself time to rest and reconnect- with nature, each other, and with yourself.
Registration
Registration Status: Open now!
Registration deadline: October 2, 2026
Cost
Adult Double Occupancy: $260 per person
Adult Single Occupancy (limited availability): $400 per person
Youth 12-17: Free
Child 4-11: Free
Toddler 0-3: Free
Youth and children attend this retreat for free thanks to the generous donors to the Youth Scholarship Fund. Please consider making a donation during registration.
Please consider making a donation here as you register: onrealm.org/UUFA/give/youth
Registration Instructions

Go to The Mountain’s website
On the top right click on Registration Portal
Create an account
Create a profile for each member of your family
Under “Program Classifications” select ‘Church Retreats’
Select the appropriate program
Specify dietary needs, housing options and mobility needs
Specify roommate options. If this is left empty one will be assigned to you
Repeat this process for each member of your family
Submit payment. Your spot is not secured until payment has been submitted

Farm Event: Nurture with Nature - Bath Bombs and Salt Scrubs
2026-10-17 13:00 - 16:00

2026 UUCA Atlanta Men's Retreat
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25
At UUCA, we believe in you. We believe in justice. We believe in rigorous hope. As Unitarian Universalists, we celebrate our community’s diverse spiritual practices and commit to our shared ethical principles.
This October, we welcome our members to our Annual Men’s Retreat!
Registration opens soon!
Registration Deadline: 10/9/26
Package pricing includes lodging, meals, & use of facilities:
Adult Shared Room: $240 per person
Adult Private Room: $380 pre person (subject to limited availability)
Commuter Rate: $85 for full day 3 meals & use of facilities, (no lodging) Part days:
Friday Dinner + Evening Programming = $30
Sunday Breakfast + Lunch = $30
Click Here to Register
In our registration system select “Church Retreats” then select your “2026 UUCA Men’s Retreat” package.

UUC Columbia Retreat to The Mountain
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia, SC is holding their annual congregational retreat at The Mountain this October.
Strengthened by our common humanity and inspired by our seven principles, we promise

to be a safe and welcoming community;
to nurture each other’s hearts and spirits;
to delight in the beauty of our diversity;
to struggle together on our spiritual journeys;
and to challenge each other to live our values

When

Program: October 23 – 25, 2026
Registration: Coming soon!
Registration Deadline: October 9, 2026

Registration
Registration open to UUC Columbia members, friends, and invited guests
Registration Fee includes

Lodging
Meals
Use of assigned facilities
Participation in program activities

Adult 3 Days / 2 Nights Package Rate

Adult Double Occupancy:
Adult Single Occupancy:
Adult Bunkhouse:

Youth Package Rate

Youth ages 12-17 –
Children ages 4-11 –
Toddler ages 0-3 – FREE

Youth and Children must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian
Youth and Children are lodged with an accompanying registered parent/guardian
Reserve Your Space

In our registration system, select “Church Retreats” then your “2026 UUCC Retreat” Package
​Each family member must be registered individually in our partner registration website
Use one username and password per family

UU Fellowship of Hendersonville Retreat
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25
Celebrate life in all its joy and mystery.
Inspire journeys of truth and meaning.
Engage in practice and service for love, justice, and peace.
When:
Dates: October 23-25, 2026
Registration: Coming soon!
Registration deadline: October 9, 2026
Festivities will begin with a dinner on Friday evening and end with lunch on Sunday afternoon.
Registration Details:
Adult double occupancy:
Adult single occupancy:
Adult Bunkhouse:
Ages 12-17,
Ages 4 -11:
Ages 3 or younger are free
All children must be supervised by and sleeping in the same room as parent/guardian
Click Here to Register
In our registration system, choose “Church Retreats” and then your 2026 UUFH Package.

OurSong: 2026 Retreat at The Mountain
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-08
OurSong is dedicated to performing high quality music while celebrating our unique gay and lesbian experience and our evolving place in the world.
OurSong is comprised of musicians from all walks of life with varying levels of musical experience. Some members hold degrees in music, some grew up singing in church, some have performed with famous artists and conductors and some have joined OurSong as their first foray into choral music. However, all of us sing with OurSong because we love to sing. We love the gift that making music brings to our lives and we love sharing that gift with our audience.
When
Program: November 6 – 8, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 23, 2026
Registration opens soon!
Registration
Adult Double Occupancy: $270 per person
Adult Single Occupancy: $410 per person
Adult Bunkhouse: $230 per person
Click Here to Register

Fall Elementary CON
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-08
Fall Elementary CON
Youth Conventions or “CONs” are weekend long events planned by youth with adult support for youth from third grade to high school. At heart, a youth con is an experience in building covenantal community and empowering youth leadership.
Supported by the larger work of The Mountain, each con has a different theme and focus, but they all incorporate community building, fun, worship, and exploration of spirituality. Each event has its own covenant and is in covenant with The Mountain’s safety policies. Youth experience both the safety of being in a covenantal community and the responsibility to repair relationships when difficult situations arise.
Youth have the opportunity to serve in leadership roles to help plan events, help run events, help the CON community live in covenant, or be peer chaplains for emotional support.
When
PALs Training: TBD
Elementary (3rd – 5th graders): November 6-8, 2026
Intermediate (6th – 8th graders): November 20-22, 2026
Senior High (9th – 12th graders): December 11-13, 2026
Registration opens: Now open!
Registration deadline: 2 weeks prior to CON start date.
If your youth coordinator has given you a transfer code number please enter the number at the payment portion of the registration process
In our registration system, select Youth CONferences
Fee
The Mountain is excited to announce a pilot program to better cover the costs of running The Mountain while still making it an accessible place for all who want to come.
Youth
Traditional Cost: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
True Cost: $215/person (Covers the whole cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Advisor
Supporter 2: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
Supporter 1: $50/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Please email youthcamp@themountainrlc.org with any questions or concerns regarding this new price structure.
Click Here to Register!

SEUUMA Fall Retreat
2026-11-09 - 2026-11-12
Registration: Coming soon!
Registration deadline: October 26, 2026
Feel free to reach out to us at gsoffice@themountainrlc.org with any questions.
Click Here to Register
In our registration system select “Church Retreats” then select your “2026 Fall SEUUMA Retreat” package.

Fall Intermediate CON
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22
Fall Intermediate CON
Youth Conventions or “CONs” are weekend long events planned by youth with adult support for youth from third grade to high school. At heart, a youth con is an experience in building covenantal community and empowering youth leadership.
Supported by the larger work of The Mountain, each con has a different theme and focus, but they all incorporate community building, fun, worship, and exploration of spirituality. Each event has its own covenant and is in covenant with The Mountain’s safety policies. Youth experience both the safety of being in a covenantal community and the responsibility to repair relationships when difficult situations arise.
Youth have the opportunity to serve in leadership roles to help plan events, help run events, help the CON community live in covenant, or be peer chaplains for emotional support.
When
PALs Training: TBD
Elementary (3rd – 5th graders): November 6-8, 2026
Intermediate (6th – 8th graders): November 20-22, 2026
Senior High (9th – 12th graders): December 11-13, 2026
Registration opens: Now open!
Registration deadline: 2 weeks prior to CON start date.
If your youth coordinator has given you a transfer code number please enter the number at the payment portion of the registration process
In our registration system, select Youth CONferences
Fee
The Mountain is excited to announce a pilot program to better cover the costs of running The Mountain while still making it an accessible place for all who want to come.
Youth
Traditional Cost: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
True Cost: $215/person (Covers the whole cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Advisor
Supporter 2: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
Supporter 1: $50/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Please email youthcamp@themountainrlc.org with any questions or concerns regarding this new price structure.
Click Here to Register!

Fall Senior High CON
2026-12-11 - 2026-12-13
Fall Senior High CON
Youth Conventions or “CONs” are weekend long events planned by youth with adult support for youth from third grade to high school. At heart, a youth con is an experience in building covenantal community and empowering youth leadership.
Supported by the larger work of The Mountain, each con has a different theme and focus, but they all incorporate community building, fun, worship, and exploration of spirituality. Each event has its own covenant and is in covenant with The Mountain’s safety policies. Youth experience both the safety of being in a covenantal community and the responsibility to repair relationships when difficult situations arise.
Youth have the opportunity to serve in leadership roles to help plan events, help run events, help the CON community live in covenant, or be peer chaplains for emotional support.
When
PALs Training: TBD
Elementary (3rd – 5th graders): November 6-8, 2026
Intermediate (6th – 8th graders): November 20-22, 2026
Senior High (9th – 12th graders): December 11-13, 2026
Registration opens: Now open!
Registration deadline: 2 weeks prior to CON start date.
If your youth coordinator has given you a transfer code number please enter the number at the payment portion of the registration process
In our registration system, select Youth CONferences
Fee
The Mountain is excited to announce a pilot program to better cover the costs of running The Mountain while still making it an accessible place for all who want to come.
Youth
Traditional Cost: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
True Cost: $215/person (Covers the whole cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Advisor
Supporter 2: $100/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
Supporter 1: $50/person (Covers part of the cost of the weekend)
No Cost: Free
Please email youthcamp@themountainrlc.org with any questions or concerns regarding this new price structure.
Click Here to Register!
