Matt Shenk began working part time at Refreshing Mountain in 2011 as a zipline tour guide through a friend that was also a tour guide. In 2014, when he graduated from high school, Matt joined the full time staff and continued to be a tour guide but...
Why Should I Zipline? Wouldn't it be nice to soar through the sky like a bird? To glide through the treetops and view natural wonders in all their beauty from above? Ziplining turns this fantasy into reality. And there's plenty of reasons, and...
Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center in Stevens, PA took a major hit from a recent wind storm that hit Lancaster County, but that doesn’t mean they are closing up shop. “We were hit pretty hard,” said Justin Harnish, Director of the...
Name and Role at Refreshing Mountain… Phil True, the Fun Scheduler, which is my way of saying, “I organize fun”. I’ve been “organizing fun” for the past 6 years and love every minute of it. My job feels more like I’m playing and work occasionally....
Wayne Martin is the Head Cook and Kitchen Supervisor. He began this position in March of 2016 after working most recently at Willow Valley Communities as a Culinary Supervisor. He also brings with him experience from working in several restaurants....
Brooke Wenger is Refreshing Mountain’s Teambuilding Coordinator and Activities Administrator. In the Spring of 2015 she was looking to pick up some part time hours over the summer when a staff member suggested considering RM’s activities...
Colleen has the honorary distinction of being the longest employed staff member at Refreshing Mountain. Originally she was working for her brother-in-law who was Refreshing Mountain’s accountant. But then, 30 years ago, Colleen transitioned to...
Mark Layton is the Wildlife Center Director here at Refreshing Mountain, though he originally got his start at Refreshing Mountain when he was 16 years old, working in the housekeeping department. That same summer he was given the chance to work in...
If you are planning a retreat, part of your responsibility is to manage the event so it reaps the intended results. Don't shy away from this task. Managing a retreat is actually quite an enjoyable experience. Channel your efforts in the proper...
The holiday season is finally here! This is the time to start brainstorming gift ideas for your loved ones, co-workers and friends. If you haven't started your holiday shopping, don't fret! You still have a decent amount of time to pick out the...