Itâs been a little over two years since COVID hit, and if you havenât heard of COVID by now, you should get out more. When the pandemic began, we lost connection with a lot of people, and for many of us it meant we were isolated in our houses, or maybe cooped up with family….
If you have run out of ideas of what to do for your womenâs retreat, look no further! Use some of these activities: Slumber Party! This will be a great throwback to your teen days, with friends and games. Everyone can bring their favorite snacks and board games to have throughout the night. You can…
Are you looking for a fresh theme for the youth retreat you are hosting this year? Here are some great themes to look at and use! God and the Royal Inheritance (Ephesians 1 and 2) Did you know you are a child of God? What does that really mean? God constantly reminds us that we…
Are you planning a retreat, but donât know where to start? Here are some great tips from our staff to set your retreat planning up for success! 1. Know who youâre bringing Is it a youth retreat? A womenâs retreat? Itâs important to know your audienceâwho you are setting the retreat up for. If you…
You have probably noticed how much there is to do at Refreshing Mountain, whether you are scrolling through the website or have been to our facility in person. While it is easy to hop from one thing to the next, a lot of people have asked us this question: How do you have the best…
Whether you have a group of ten or one hundred, it can be interesting trying to find some games that work for everyone (or, at least, most people). If itâs a rainy day or dreary outside, some of those recreational activities may require a little more creativity if you werenât planning on the weather change….
How is the best way to start a retreat? With ice breakers, of course! Here are some of the best ice breakers (and games) for groups of all ages. Train Wreck This can be done with small or large groups, but larger groups (between 15-50 or more) are best! You will need a chair for…
A thoughtful and well-developed retreat theme can be a great inspiration in helping people connect to what they have learned at your retreat. This connection strengthens the effect of the retreat and can create long-term spiritual growth and continued practice. Whether you are planning a spiritual Men’s Retreat, Women’s Retreat, or Youth Retreat with your church, a Family…
I began working in the kitchen with my parents Marlin and Sharon (owners) when they were still doing all of the cooking here. Working in the kitchen is my earliest memory⊠because that was where we did everything. Being a part of a family-owned business, Mom and Dad had plenty of chores for us kids…
I have been living and working here since I was 4 years old. Of course, my roles/responsibilities have changed over the years. Currently, I oversee the Finance, Marketing, Policy, and Sales aspects of Refreshing Mountain. As a child, I was âbabysitterâ for my younger siblings while my parents did camp tasks. I also helped with…
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