Transfiguration Sunday
2025-03-02 | VA
Celebrate Shrine Mont’s Centennial in your parish! Click HERE to see Bishop Stevenson’s invitation to celebrate Shrine Mont.
This last Sunday in Epiphany we prepare for Lent by reading the transfiguration passage from Luke’s Gospel, 9:28-36.
Please take a moment during this service to remember Shrine Mont on our centennial and pray the following collect:

O God, who on the holy Mount revealed your wonderfully transfigured Son to his chosen witnesses, and inspired The Rev. Dr. Edmund Woodward a century ago to build the Cathedral Shrine of the Transfiguration at Shrine Mont – a sacred place where all are welcome to bask in God’s love: Grant that those who visit this place may find peace, your presence, and the inspiration to return to our communities as your disciples bringing hope and reconciling love to a world desperate for your light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click HERE to download a pdf of the Centennial Collect
After the service we encourage you to hold a special coffee hour and let us know if you’d like some apple butter to serve with your biscuits!
Here is a neat recipe for Meatloaf balls! Meatloaf balls or Mac and Cheese bites: Homemade Mac and Cheese Bites
There are more ideas coming so keep checking!

Diocesan Youth Ministry
2025-03-21 16:00 - 2025-03-23 14:00 (America/New_York) | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont is excited to welcome the Diocesan Youth Ministry Retreat this year!

Theme: Love One Another
6th, 7th, 8th graders
Click Here to Register thru the Diocese

Fly Fishing Fundamentals 2025
2025-04-11 12:00 - 2025-04-13 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing weekend course designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event, students will start with the basics of casting, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing.
Lodging and meals are included in the package.
About the instructors:

David Clark learned to tie flies at the age of 12, selling them to the old anglers at Columbia Fish & Game in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He
finally learned to fly fish at the age of 15 with the help of a local fly shop owner. After several trips to New Mexico, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and West Virginia over the next several decades, David decided to immerse himself in the craft by dedicating 110 days during the 2020-2021 fly fishing season to study many of the fly-fishing destinations here in Virginia and the fly patterns they support. Armed with this knowledge – and private access water – he started Orkney Springs Outfitters for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Ryan Ross is a combat veteran, native to Shenandoah County and an avid outdoorsman. His military service allowed him to travel around the country including out West, where he honed his fishing, guiding and teaching skills. He eventually came back to his home waters where he lives with his wife and three sons. Mr. Ross owns a local fly shop in Bryce, VA offering local fly-fishing guide services.
Phillip Kauffman is a Marine Veteran and the owner of Bull Mountain Guides out of Highland County Virginia. Mr. Kauffman started his guiding career in 2017 after going to the Gallatin River Guide School in Bozeman, MT where he continues his passion as a volunteer with Warriors and Quiet Waters. Through this organization, he and his wife – who is also an avid fly angler – help recovering Veterans by taking them fly fishing. Phillip enjoys teaching clients to fly-fish as much as he does catching fish on a fly rod.
Forest Black was born and raised in the Shenandoah Valley. He has always had a love for the outdoors, especially when it comes to hunting and fishing. He was taught at a young age how to fly fish by his dad and has exclusively fly fished since. Forest is eager to share the love of his craft with others. When he is not fishing he can found bird hunting with his lab Tripp, tying flies with feathers from birds he harvests, hiking mountain trails, or floating the rivers with his raft.
Brian Cooper’s love affair with fishing began at four when he reeled in a 14″ Pollock off a Massachusetts dock. Hailing from western New York, he gratefully embraced the local tradition of skipping school every April 1st for the opening day of trout season. During his teens and the heyday of the Lake Ontario salmon fishery, Brian served as a mate on a charter boat and fly-fished its renowned tributaries. His pursuit of the trophy chinook, giant lake-run browns, and drag-crushing steelhead. Brian has cast his line in California, Connecticut, Illinois, Wisconsin, New York, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. He fishes extensively in Colorado’s trophy waters and the San Juan Mountains on foot, by train, horse, and helicopter. Currently calling Connecticut home, Brian is actively involved in fishing and guiding on the Fairfield County and Farmington rivers. When the water temperatures rise, he is an avid striper fisherman. Brian’s true passion lies in imparting his extensive knowledge of fly fishing and the art of tying flies. Whether on the water or at the vise, Brian dedicates most of his free time to these pursuits, showcasing his unwavering dedication to the sport he holds dear.
Click HERE for more information about Orkney Springs Outfitters.
Waders/Boots required, rods can be rented for $50
Tentative Schedule
Friday April 11

Arrive @ Shrine Mont at noon, check in, get settled
Lunch 12:30
Fly rod and reel setup overview 1:45 to 2:45
Fly casting 101: 3:00 to 4:00
Fly tying demo 4:00 to 4:30
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Saturday April 12
Breakfast 8:00
Fly casting practice at stocked pond 10:00 to 12:00
Lunch 12:00
Fly casting at stocked pond 1:30 to 3:30
Gear check for South River excursion 3:30 to 4:00
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Sunday April 13

Meet and eat breakfast on the go at 8:00 am
Travel to private South River camp 8:30 to 9:45
Fly fish South River 10:00 to 3:00 with bagged lunch on river
Return to Shrine Mont between 3:15 and 4:30 or depart from South River

Rate: $670 person (includes lodging, meals, and the program)
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Shenandoah County Heritage Day
2025-04-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shenandoah County will be on full display in the Ballroom of the Virginia House at Shrine Mont on Saturday during Shenandoah County Heritage Day 2025, co-hosted annually by the Shenandoah County Historical Society (SCHS) and the Shenandoah County Library Archives.
Library archivist Zach Hottel said that Heritage Day is a great opportunity for researchers, history organizations and genealogists as well as residents to gather and learn about the county’s rich and diverse history. “We have all types of exhibitors,” Hottel said. “We have those who are bringing what research they have with them. We have individuals who have interest in a topic and are seeking others to discuss it and then we even have people who are just starting out, looking to learn a little bit more about the community.”
A Walking Tour of the Historic Orkney Springs: Two tours, both the same, will be offered at 11:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. This walking tour will give the timeline of the development of Orkney Springs, including the hotels, Van Burenville, the village of Orkney Springs, and Shrine Mont. Important buildings will be discussed. The tour will last 45-60 minutes. Reservations for the tours are not needed and the tour will meet on the front porch of the Virginia House.
Speaker Christopher Kaznosky, geology teacher at Central High School and JMU, will be giving a lecture titled “Some Geology and History of Shenandoah County’s Springs”, at 1pm in the Ladies Parlor located on the 2nd floor of the Virginia House.
Parking: Available behind the Virginia House, follow the signs. Those with mobility issues can be dropped in front of the Virginia House. Parking will not be available along the sides of the Virginia House.
For more information: Visit Shenandoah County Historical Society (shenandoahhistory.org).
Come out and enjoy the fun! All are welcome!

Square Dancing at Shrine Mont
2025-04-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
As part of the 100th anniversary celebrations throughout 2025, Shrine Mont is bringing back one of its past traditions…square dancing! Come out for an evening of square dancing from 7:00-9:00 pm! Many square dances have been held at Shrine Mont through the years and what better way to participate in a Shenandoah County tradition. Tom Hughes will be calling the squares. It’s free and open to the public; most appropriate for ages 8 years old and up; no experience needed; no partner needed. Wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.
Come out and enjoy the fun! All are welcome!

Transfiguration Society Recognition Celebration
2025-05-31 16:00 - 20:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
As part of Shrine Mont’s Centennial Celebration, we will be honoring those who are in the Transfiguration Society with our first annual Transfiguration Society Dinner to celebrate their generosity in naming Shrine Mont in their estate plans.
Special Guest Bruce Wallinger will tell the story of Shrine Mont’s acquisition of the Orkney Spring Hotel. Bruce served as Shrine Mont’s attorney and worked with Wilmer Moomaw, Bishop Robert Hall and the Shrine Mont Board on the transaction. He literally had a front row seat for the negotiations, document drafting, and the nail-biting final vote.
The Transfiguration Society was founded in 2005, and it serves to recognize those who have included Shrine Mont in their estate plans. As part of our 100th anniversary, we wish to celebrate these patrons in a more formalized way and encourage others to join in.
Saturday, May 31, 2025
4:30 pm
Dinner and Drinks Provided
Please RSVP to save your spot!
Click Here to see the event invitation
Click Here to download the Transfiguration Commitment Form
Click Here to learn more about the Transfiguration Society
Click Here to make your reservation
For more information about planned giving at Shrine Mont, feel free to contact Tom Baker .

Homecoming Weekend
2025-07-03 - 2025-07-06 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont is turning 100 years old this year! Come visit and celebrate with us during our Homecoming Weekend! We have lots of fun activities planned including a parade, ole time carnival, live music, and much more. Check out the weekend itinerary below with all the details and stay tuned for more additions.
Homecoming Weekend Itinerary
Weekend Highlights:

Ole Time Parade and Carnival
Friday, July 4, 2025
Carnival Grounds Open at 5:30 pm
Parade Begins at 6:30 pm
Click Here for the Parade Entry Form and Information!

Bun Fun Run
Saturday, July 5, 2025
9:00 am
Yes, Shrine Mont’s Famous Homemade rolls will be available!
You can register the morning of the race at 8:30 am

Even the Stones will Shout: Shrine Mont at 100
Book Signing with Carolyn Chilton
Saturday, July 5, 2025
2:00 pm
Located in the Bookstore

Nothin’ Fancy Concert
Saturday, July 5, 2025
7:30 pm
$25 per ticket (for those not staying at Shrine Mont)
Tickets can be purchased below or at the gate

Holy Eucharist with Bishop Stevenson
Sunday, July 6, 2025
11:00 am
The Cathedral Shrine of the Transfiguration

Package Rates: (all packages include boarding & lodging and a ticket to the Nothin’ Fancy concert)
Package 1: Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights : $274 per person + tax
Package 2: Friday and Saturday nights: $214 per person + tax
Package 3: Saturday night: $144 per person + tax

Make your reservations now!
Purchase ticket to Nothin Fancy at the gate: $25/ticket

2025 Summer Day Camp
2025-07-07 - 2025-07-11 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont welcomes your child for a week of day camp!
We have a great lineup of activities on over 1,100 acres with abundant hiking trails and nature galore with a wonderful staff ready to keep our campers active and entertained for a fun week!
Sample Daily Schedule
8:45 – 9:00 Drop off
9:00 Check in and daily announcements
9:30 Morning Hike
10:15 Morning Snack
10:30 Wacky Lab
11:30 Outdoor Activity
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Frisbee golf, Volleyball, Pickle ball, etc.
2:00 Swim Time
3:45 Arts and Crafts
4:30 Clean Up and Pick Up!
AGES 6-10 YEARS OLD
CAMP MEETS DAILY FROM 9AM – 4:30PM

CAMP RATES (Include lunch and camp activities) :
$232 PER CAMPER
$180 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL SIBLING
$25 PER CAMPER FOR EXTENDED HOURS: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Please reserve ahead of time)

Summer Camp for Grownups 2025
2025-07-12 16:00 - 2025-07-15 14:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Why should kids have all the fun?

Many of us have found that the most lasting memories we have from childhood camp experiences are the relationships and connections that were forged in a unique setting while sharing new experiences together. With that in mind, the Summer Camp for Grown-Ups began at Shrine Mont in 2012 to give grown-ups an opportunity to make new connections and experience new things in a relaxing and special environment. Join us for our 14th year!
During programming times, we’ll meet with guest speakers in different Shrine Mont locations, depending on the topic. Free time activities may include: swimming, napping, “porching” with new friends, golf*, wine tasting/tours*, antique shopping*, hikes, reading a book, games– the choice is yours! All activities are optional and campers are welcome to spend time doing whatever you want to do to relax and enjoy all that Shrine Mont has to offer.
Sample Agenda
Saturday
3:30-5:30 P.M. Arrival/Check-in/sign-up- Birdcage
5:30 P.M. Dinner- Tucker Dining Hall (all meals will be in Tucker)
7:00 Meet at Chilton Hall (up the hill) Announcements, introductions, Compline
Sunday
7:30 Shrine Mont Eucharist at the Shrine
8:00 Breakfast – Tucker Dining Hall
9:30-11:00 – Discussions (Chilton)
11:00 Regular Shrine Mont Sunday Eucharist in the Shrine
12:30 P.M. Lunch at Tucker Dining Hall
After lunch- Elective activities and free time. Suggestions:
 Art
 Hiking
 Gentle Yoga
 Casual talks with the leaders
 Labyrinth Walk
 Winery tour
 Tour of Shrine Mont
 Pool
6:00 Cookout at the Pavilion followed by campfire
Monday
7:30 AM Morning Devotions- Shrine
8:00 Breakfast – Tucker Dining Hall
9:00-10:30 — Discussions (Chilton)
10:30-12:30 Elective activities and free time
 Art
 Labyrinth walk
 Gentle Yoga
12:30 P.M. Lunch – Tucker Dining Hall
After lunch- Free Time. Suggestions:
 Continuation of morning electives
 Golf at Bryce*
 Winery Tour
 Hiking
 Rt. 11 Chips Tour
5:30 PM Dinner-Tucker
7:00-? Coffee house, karaoke, games, sharing of songs, gifts, talents and general foolishness
Tuesday
8:00 A.M. Breakfast –Tucker
9:00-10:00 Discussions
10:00 Closing Eucharist-Shrine
11:00 Pack up and check out
12:30 P.M. Lunch

*Not included in registration fee (include board, lodging and all program costs at Shrine Mont)
Click Here for the 2025 schedule
Double occupancy: $400 per person
Single occupancy: $487 per person

Register online below:

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Contact Shrine Mont via email or call (540) 856-2141
Click here to see Shrine Mont’s cancellation policy
Click HERE for a map to Shrine Mont. We strongly discourage using GPS or mapping software.
Click HERE for a site map of Shrine Mont with registration

Celebration of 100th Anniversary of the Cathedral Shrine
2025-08-06 16:30 - 20:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Join Bishop Stevenson and special guest the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry for the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the consecration of the Cathedral Shrine of the Transfiguration!
Schedule of Events:
2:00 pm: Parking lots open, golf cart shuttles available
10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Bookstore open
2:30 – 3:30 book signing of Even the Stones Will Shout: Shrine Mont at 100 in the Shrine Mont Bookstore.
4:30 pm: Welcome Reception- Art Hall
5:30 pm: Shrine Mont’s Famous Fried Chicken Dinner (Advanced Reservation Required)- Tucker Dining Hall
7:00 pm: Service at the Shrine.
Click HERE to stream the service on YouTube

The 27th Annual Tee with the Bishop Golf tournament
2025-09-07 - 2025-09-08 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Join Bishop Jones for two days of golf and fellowship and help raise some funds for Shrine Mont to help us fulfill our mission.

Team Bridgewater and St. Stephen’s Culpeper will be defending their trophies for best gross and net scores at the 26th annual tournament.
Bring a foursome from your church, your business, your neighborhood or just come by yourself and we will pair you up. Either way you’re in store for a lot of fun and some quality golf on Bryce Resort’s championship golf course.
Click HERE for a list of our sponsors
Tentative schedule of events
Sunday September 7
2:00 – 3:00 pm Check in at Shrine Mont and head to Bryce for a nine-hole practice round. Pick up your cart and meet at the 18th green
5:30 – 6:00 pm Return to Shrine Mont for some cold beverages and a first class feast followed by fellowship and Sunday Night Football
Monday September 8
7:30 am Breakfast
8:30 Shot Gun start for the 27th annual Tee with the Bishop Golf tournament at Bryce Resort
1:30 pm Awards Banquet
Rates:
$204.00 per person for golfers (includes: 1 overnight, meals, 9 holes on Sunday, golf tournament & awards banquet)
$97.00 per person non-golfers (includes: 1 overnight stay and meals)
$142.00 per golfer – commuter rate (includes: meals, 9 holes on Sunday, golf tournament & awards banquet)
$97.00 per golfer- commuter rate (includes: golf tournament on Monday & awards banquet)

Register on line below:

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Click HERE for a directions to Shrine Mont (Shrine Mont discourages the use of GPS or mapping software).
Click HERE to see Shrine Mont’s cancellation policy.

Summer Camp for Grownups - Fall Edition
2025-10-12 16:00 - 2025-10-15 14:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Summer Camp for Grownups (Fall Edition)

Since our motto is “why should kids have all the fun”, we will have the usual camp electives and free time. Stay tuned for more program information to come!
Activities include:

Bonfire and cookout
Coffee House and Talent Show
Swimming
Trips to Bryce Resort for golf*
Napping
Wine tasting and a winery tour*
Hikes to Seven Springs and the Cross
Shopping excursions up and down the Valley*
Spiritual growth and reflection

All activities are optional and campers are welcome to spend time rocking on the porch, reading a book, going for a walk or doing whatever you want to do to relax and enjoy all that Shrine Mont has to offer.
*Not included in registration fee
Camp will start with check in at 4:00 pm on Sunday, October 12 followed by supper at 5:30 pm. We end with a closing service on Wednesday morning October 15 and then a final lunch at 12:30pm.
Interested? We hope so! For now, please mark your calendars, tell friends, and contact Tom Baker if you have questions or suggestions – dutchleyva@outlook.com
Rates: (include Board, lodging and all program costs at Shrine Mont)
Double occupancy: $400 per person
Single occupancy: $487 per person

On Line Registration:

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Contact Shrine Mont via email or call (540) 856-2141
Click HERE for a map to Shrine Mont. We strongly discourage using GPS or mapping software.
Click here to see Shrine Mont’s cancellation policy

Art Hall & Brown Hall Ground Breaking
2025-10-19 15:30 - 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont will begin the restoration of Art Hall and Brown Hall with a Ground Breaking Ceremony honoring
the past as we prepare for the future.

Please join Bishop Stevenson and the Shrine Mont Board of Directors for this event followed by a reception hosted by the Moomaw family in the Virginia House.
Click HERE for more information and to RSVP for the event.
Click HERE to download the invitation.
Please contact Shrine Mont directly by Tuesday October 14 if you’d like to stay for dinner on Sunday.

Diocesan Youth Ministry (High Schoolers)
2025-10-31 16:00 - 2025-11-02 14:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont is excited to welcome the Diocesan Youth Ministry Retreat this year!
The High School Retreat is designed for current 9th -12th grade youth and their parish youth leaders as well as youth not currently connected to Episcopal parishes.
The retreat will include a program, small groups, games, and time set aside to enjoy activities on the mountain.
All youth participants from a parish must attend with at least one adult chaperone (at a 10 youth:1 adult ratio). If any youth would like to attend, but are not affiliated with an Episcopal parish, or there are no adult leaders able to attend from their parish, please contact youthministries@episcopalvirginia.org. We will make sure that everybody has the opportunity to attend – all are welcome!
$100 per person (includes two night’s stay with four meals and all program costs)
Click HERE to register!

Fly Fishing Fundamentals 2026- Beginners I
2026-04-17 12:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing weekend course designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event, students will start with the basics of casting, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing.
Lodging and meals are included in the package.
About the instructor:

David Clark learned to tie flies at the age of 12, selling them to the old anglers at Columbia Fish & Game in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He finally learned to fly fish at the age of 15 with the help of a local fly shop owner. After several trips to New Mexico, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and West Virginia over the next several decades, David decided to immerse himself in the craft by dedicating 110 days during the 2020-2021 fly fishing season to study many of the fly-fishing destinations here in Virginia and the fly patterns they support. Armed with this knowledge – and private access water – he started Orkney Springs Outfitters for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Click HERE for more information about Orkney Springs Outfitters.
Waders/Boots required, rods can be rented for $50
Tentative Schedule
Friday April 17

Arrive @ Shrine Mont at noon, check in, get settled
Lunch 12:30
Fly rod and reel setup overview 1:45 to 2:45
Fly casting 101: 3:00 to 4:00
Fly tying demo 4:00 to 4:30
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Saturday April 18
Breakfast 8:00
Fly casting practice at stocked pond 10:00 to 12:00
Lunch 12:00
Fly casting at stocked pond 1:30 to 3:30
Gear check for South River excursion 3:30 to 4:00
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Sunday April 19

Meet and eat breakfast on the go at 8:00 am
Travel to private South River camp 8:30 to 9:45
Fly fish South River 10:00 to 3:00 with bagged lunch on river
Return to Shrine Mont between 3:15 and 4:30 or depart from South River

Rate: $800
Registration available through Orkney Springs Outfitters: Order Online | Orkney Springs Outfitters

Diocesan Youth Ministry (Middle Schoolers)
2026-04-17 16:00 - 2026-04-19 14:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont is excited to welcome the Diocesan Youth Ministry Retreat this year!
The Middle School Retreat is designed for current 6th-8th grade youth and their parish youth leaders as well as youth not currently connected to Episcopal parishes.
The retreat will include a program, small groups, games, and time set aside to enjoy activities on the mountain.
All youth participants from a parish must attend with at least one adult chaperone (at a 10 youth:1 adult ratio). If any youth would like to attend, but are not affiliated with an Episcopal parish, or there are no adult leaders able to attend from their parish, please contact youthministries@episcopalvirginia.org. We will make sure that everybody has the opportunity to attend – all are welcome!
Click HERE for more information and to register!

Volunteer Work Weekend
2026-04-17 19:00 - 2026-04-19 11:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Help Shrine Mont get ready for our 2026 season!
Save the date now. Registration available after the first of the year!
Tentative schedule:
Friday
Arrive in the evening and get a good night’s sleep. Make sure you bring your own linens, pillow, blankets and towels.
Dinner on your own at Bryce Resort or various restaurants in Mt. Jackson, New Market, Edinburg or Woodstock.
Saturday
7:30 am A hearty breakfast at Tucker Dining Room
8:00 am Off to work
10:00 am Break
10:30 am Back to work
12:30 pm Lunch at Tucker Dining Room
1:00 pm Back to work
4:30 pm Shower
5:00 pm Happy Hour (BYOB)
5:30 pm Dinner at Tucker Dining Room
10:00 pm Quiet time
Sunday
8:00 am Breakfast at Tucker Dining Room
After breakfast: Sunday Service
Wrap up any unfinished work and head home
Thank you!!
Questions? Contact Tom von Hemert:
Tom von Hemert
3400 Meadow Wood Lane
Crozet, VA 22932
tomvonhemert@gmail.com
Click HERE for a map to Shrine Mont. We strongly discourage using GPS or mapping software.
Remember we can only take 35 people.

Fly Fishing Fundamentals 2026- Intermediate/Advanced I
2026-05-15 12:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing weekend course designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event, students will start with the basics of casting, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing. This class is perfect for intermediate to advanced fly fishers.
Lodging and meals are included in the package.
About the instructor:

David Clark learned to tie flies at the age of 12, selling them to the old anglers at Columbia Fish & Game in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He finally learned to fly fish at the age of 15 with the help of a local fly shop owner. After several trips to New Mexico, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and West Virginia over the next several decades, David decided to immerse himself in the craft by dedicating 110 days during the 2020-2021 fly fishing season to study many of the fly-fishing destinations here in Virginia and the fly patterns they support. Armed with this knowledge – and private access water – he started Orkney Springs Outfitters for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Click HERE for more information about Orkney Springs Outfitters.
Waders/Boots required, rods can be rented for $50
Tentative Schedule
Friday May 15

Arrive @ Shrine Mont at noon, check in, get settled
Lunch 12:30
Fly rod and reel setup overview 1:45 to 2:45
Fly casting 101: 3:00 to 4:00
Fly tying demo 4:00 to 4:30
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Saturday May 16
Breakfast 8:00
Fly casting practice at stocked pond 10:00 to 12:00
Lunch 12:00
Fly casting at stocked pond 1:30 to 3:30
Gear check for South River excursion 3:30 to 4:00
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Sunday May 17

Meet and eat breakfast on the go at 8:00 am
Travel to private South River camp 8:30 to 9:45
Fly fish South River 10:00 to 3:00 with bagged lunch on river
Return to Shrine Mont between 3:15 and 4:30 or depart from South River

Rate: $800
Registration available through Orkney Springs Outfitters: Order Online | Orkney Springs Outfitters

Camp Curious 2026
2026-07-12 15:00 - 2026-07-17 12:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont is collaborating with the Virginia Association of Teachers of English (VATE) to hold Camp Curious this summer (July 12-17) for rising 3rd-6th grade students. The camp’s mission is to “Infuse struggling readers/writers with the joy and experiences of reading and writing.” Campers will go home with a “tool bag” for good reading and writing strategies. We will also provide students with supplies, books, and family reading and writing ideas.
The primary focus will be to support students from Page, Rockingham, and Shenandoah counties and Harrisonburg City who are struggling with or behind in their reading skills. VATE will work with camper families, teachers, and reading specialist (with the parent’s permission) to make sure each student is receiving the resources they need at camp. Shrine Mont will work with a trained staff of counselors to make camp fun and engaging for the week.

Meet our Director: Cheryl Golden
Mrs. Golden, warmly known to her students and families as “Mrs. G.,” is a National Board Certified Teacher. She has been teaching for over 24 years in grades fourth-tenth. She graduated from Andrews University and completed her Masters in Educational Leadership through Walden University. In addition to teaching, she has been an academic coach since 2007, and she worked in the business world as a trainer, manager, and quality coach for ten years . Throughout high school and college, she spent her summers as a camp counselor at Camp Mohaven in Ohio, and then served as the camp coordinator for five summers at Richmond’s FYP Summer Camps. She has a passion for being a lifelong learner and assisting others in learning and developing a passion for reading and writing.

Click HERE to view an information flyer about Camp Curious.
Click HERE to apply for Camp Curious using Google Forms.
A typical day at Camp Curious (tentative)

7:30 am (possible morning read/write activity)
8-9 Breakfast
9:30-12 Reading/Writing Instruction
12:30 pm-1:30 pm Lunch
1:30-5 Afternoon Activities with counselors (swimming, hiking, games etc)
1:30-2:30 or 4-5 Reading/Writing Fun Event
5:30-6:30 Dinner
7-8:30 Evening Program with (read/write activity included) Counselor Read aloud each night once in cabin before lights out

If you are 18 or older and interested in being a camp counselor, download a counselor job description and application HERE.
For Camp Curious to be most effective, campers will attend at no charge. Here is a link to make a financial contribution to support Camp Curious. Simply write Camp Curious in the comments section when prompted.
Contact Mary Moomaw at Shrine Mont or Cheryl Golden at VATE if you have questions.

2026 Summer Day Camp
2026-07-27 - 2026-07-31 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Shrine Mont welcomes your child for a week of day camp!
We have a great lineup of activities on over 1,100 acres with abundant hiking trails and nature galore with a wonderful staff ready to keep our campers active and entertained for a fun week!
Sample Daily Schedule
8:45 – 9:00 Drop off
9:00 Check in and daily announcements
9:30 Morning Hike
10:15 Morning Snack
10:30 Wacky Lab
11:30 Outdoor Activity
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Frisbee golf, Volleyball, Pickle ball, etc.
2:00 Swim Time
3:45 Arts and Crafts
4:30 Clean Up and Pick Up!
AGES 6-10 YEARS OLD
CAMP MEETS DAILY FROM 9AM – 4:30PM

CAMP RATES (Include lunch and camp activities) :
$239 PER CAMPER
$185 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL SIBLING
$25 PER CAMPER FOR EXTENDED HOURS: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Please reserve ahead of time)

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Fly Fishing Fundamentals 2026- Beginners II
2026-10-16 12:00 - 2026-10-18 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing weekend course designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event, students will start with the basics of casting, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing.
Lodging and meals are included in the package.
About the instructor:

David Clark learned to tie flies at the age of 12, selling them to the old anglers at Columbia Fish & Game in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He finally learned to fly fish at the age of 15 with the help of a local fly shop owner. After several trips to New Mexico, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and West Virginia over the next several decades, David decided to immerse himself in the craft by dedicating 110 days during the 2020-2021 fly fishing season to study many of the fly-fishing destinations here in Virginia and the fly patterns they support. Armed with this knowledge – and private access water – he started Orkney Springs Outfitters for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Click HERE for more information about Orkney Springs Outfitters.
Waders/Boots required, rods can be rented for $50
Tentative Schedule
Friday October 16

Arrive @ Shrine Mont at noon, check in, get settled
Lunch 12:30
Fly rod and reel setup overview 1:45 to 2:45
Fly casting 101: 3:00 to 4:00
Fly tying demo 4:00 to 4:30
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Saturday October 17
Breakfast 8:00
Fly casting practice at stocked pond 10:00 to 12:00
Lunch 12:00
Fly casting at stocked pond 1:30 to 3:30
Gear check for South River excursion 3:30 to 4:00
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Sunday October 18

Meet and eat breakfast on the go at 8:00 am
Travel to private South River camp 8:30 to 9:45
Fly fish South River 10:00 to 3:00 with bagged lunch on river
Return to Shrine Mont between 3:15 and 4:30 or depart from South River

Rate: $800
Registration available through Orkney Springs Outfitters: Order Online | Orkney Springs Outfitters

Fly Fishing Fundamentals 2026- Intermediate/Advanced II
2026-11-06 12:00 - 2026-11-08 17:00 | Shrine Mont, 217 Shrine Mont Circle, Orkney Springs, VA, 22845, United States
Once again Shrine Mont has teamed up with Orkney Springs Outfitters to offer an immersive introduction to Fly Fishing weekend course designed to teach students about the intricacies of fly fishing with hands on instruction that covers everything from tying flies and casting to pond and river fishing at the South River for trout. During the 3 day event, students will start with the basics of casting, practice on a stocked pond and then hit the river for a day of quality fishing. This class is perfect for intermediate to advanced fly fishers.
Lodging and meals are included in the package.
About the instructor:

David Clark learned to tie flies at the age of 12, selling them to the old anglers at Columbia Fish & Game in Lancaster Pennsylvania. He finally learned to fly fish at the age of 15 with the help of a local fly shop owner. After several trips to New Mexico, Colorado, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and West Virginia over the next several decades, David decided to immerse himself in the craft by dedicating 110 days during the 2020-2021 fly fishing season to study many of the fly-fishing destinations here in Virginia and the fly patterns they support. Armed with this knowledge – and private access water – he started Orkney Springs Outfitters for both beginners and advanced practitioners.
Click HERE for more information about Orkney Springs Outfitters.
Waders/Boots required, rods can be rented for $50
Tentative Schedule
Friday November 6

Arrive @ Shrine Mont at noon, check in, get settled
Lunch 12:30
Fly rod and reel setup overview 1:45 to 2:45
Fly casting 101: 3:00 to 4:00
Fly tying demo 4:00 to 4:30
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Saturday November 7
Breakfast 8:00
Fly casting practice at stocked pond 10:00 to 12:00
Lunch 12:00
Fly casting at stocked pond 1:30 to 3:30
Gear check for South River excursion 3:30 to 4:00
Happy hour 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Sunday November 8

Meet and eat breakfast on the go at 8:00 am
Travel to private South River camp 8:30 to 9:45
Fly fish South River 10:00 to 3:00 with bagged lunch on river
Return to Shrine Mont between 3:15 and 4:30 or depart from South River

Rate: $800
Registration available through Orkney Springs Outfitters: Order Online | Orkney Springs Outfitters
