Who are you, and what’s your role at Refreshing Mountain? My name is Tim Witmer, and I am an Activities Administrator at Refreshing Mountain. I have been working here for about 6 years, starting out as a Guide. It has only been within this past...
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A Few Ways Refreshing Mountain is Helping the Environment
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...
Refreshing Experience Amidst Coronavirus Concerns
Looking to the Future Updated May 11, 2020. We have been following state and federal recommendations to curve the spread of COVID-19, coronavirus. On March 17, we closed our facilities for all activities and overnight retreats per Governor Wolf's...
What To Expect – Refreshing Mountain’s Food Service Breakfasts
Food is everywhere, but everyone likes something different. Ever wonder why there are SO many different restaurants? We are ALL different! In America, we have the luxury to dive into a different food category every single day. This creates a fun...
Will I Need An Extra Set of Boxers? And Other First-Time Ziplining Questions
Free Guide to Ziplining for the First Time While folks considering ziplining near Philadelphia, PA have lots of questions, there are some queries that come up more often than others. Here’s a look at some of the most oft-asked questions: How scary...
Looking for an Outdoor Family Getaway?
Outdoor Family Getaways A family overnight getaway is an eagerly anticipated event that provides both fun and wonderful lasting memories if planned and organized correctly. The tricky part comes in finding an option that suits both your budget and...
Refreshing Mountain Bio for Matt Shenk
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...
Storm Repair Update: Local Attraction Will Stay Open Despite Storm Damage
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...
Refreshing Mountain Bio for Phil True
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....
Refreshing Mountain Bio for Wayne Martin
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....