If you are planning a getaway over the Christmas season, then be sure to include these fun activities. We have put together a few fun and enjoyable indoor and outdoor things to do in Lancaster, PA. We love what Christmas brings and the joy of being with family and friends. To that end, we curated…
In need of a change of scenery? If you are in quarantine mode, you may have had that thought run through your mind. Perhaps once or twice. 😊 As you begin to think about getting outdoors and wonder how to do that in a worry free way, here are a few things to look for….
When staying at a cabin at Refreshing Mountain, you may want to do some off-site activities that are fun, but that do not bite into your vacation budget. Below is a list of 5 outdoor places our staff recommend as free activities and are close to Refreshing Mountain! Middle Creek Located 7 minutes from Refreshing…
Autumn has arrived and with it has come crisp fall weather, multi-colored leaves, and all things pumpkin! Pumpkins are a beautiful fall decoration, they make zip lining more fun, and they are very nutritious! Pumpkins contain minerals such as calcium and magnesium and vitamins including vitamin E, C, and B. These vitamins play a role…
Looking for an opportunity to see what life is like on a farm? Refreshing Mountain offers guests a guided tour that will take you to each of our animal enclosures. We have horses, goats, sheep, chickens, dogs and other adorable animals that guests may hold, pet, feed and groom. This experience is filled with fun…
Keeping it Green Refreshing Mountain is located in Stevens, Pa on 100 acres of beautiful woodland. We appreciate the beauty of God’s creation and the peace and tranquility that being in nature provides. We believe that it is important to take care of nature by doing what we can to save energy and reuse waste….
Engaging the hearts and minds of your congregation’s youth in new ways and keeping their attention isn’t easy. While an overnight youth retreat can be costly, they make up for it by providing valuable and exciting experiences to young people. One of the most meaningful ministry options your church can invest in is an overnight…
Food plays an important part in what we do here in the Refreshing Mountain Kitchen for the retreat guests that we serve. As you are at home and probably cooking more than usual, I wanted to share with you a recipe that I have enjoyed making at my home. This recipe makes good use of items…
The power of Hope cannot be understated. It helps people beat cancer, recover from trauma, and overcome physical injuries. It is the antidote to depression, the foundational ingredient of faith, and the optimism that can bring courage in the face of adversity. In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, it is imperative that we foster…
Ever wonder what it takes to run a zipline course near Philadelphia? As the weather gets warmer, and the desire to get outside increases, we thought we would give you some insights into what makes the ziplines at Refreshing Mountains run. We are fortunate to have some of the greatest staff to zip the face…
