Fall is a time for slowing down, letting go of the quick pace of summer and the return to school, and is an opportunity for reconnecting with yourself. What better place to step into the pace of fall than at Shrine Mont on the edge of the George Washington Forest in the Appalachian Mountains. As […]
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 […]
Do you own a digital camera but don’t know exactly how to use it? Are you not totally satisfied with your vacation images and want to learn more about composition and exposure? Then the Digital Photography Weekend at Shrine Mont is for you! Join us for two days of photographic phun! Both beginners and advanced participants […]
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 […]
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 […]
Spring Rest and Renewal, Shrine Mont Style Rejuvenate with a relaxing weekend of self care that includes mindful movement, meditation, and massage.* Our popular fall retreat now has a spring session, as well! Our Hatha, Yin, & Restorative yoga is gentle and accessible to every body. Sessions include breathwork, yoga nidra, a deep dive workshop, […]
The Spring Yoga Retreat marks its 10th year and each retreat held at Shrine Mont has been different and awesome because we always have wonderful people who attend. Shrine Mont offers hiking and space for contemplative strolls, a labyrinth, pure mineral spring water, and nourishing and delicious, homestyle southern meals. Chefs are also able to […]
Program at a Glance Nancy Ross Hugo, David Pippin and Kate Vernon will demonstrate a variety of arranging techniques. Attendees will participate in activities that take the angst out of arranging and showcase techniques that make the process both easier and more fun. Emphasis will be on using local, readily available flowers, greens, and line […]
This event has been cancelled. Keynote Speaker: The Rev. Laura Minnich Lockey The Rev. Laura Minnich Lockey is a life-long Episcopalian, raised in a military family, with church experiences in many dioceses and locations. She loves the Episcopal Church; it is where she learned that she was a beloved child of God, and where she […]
Come explore the natural world through painting with award-winning artist and teacher Theodora Tilton. Choosing oil or watercolor, you’ll join students at all levels painting “en plein aire” in the beautiful mountains surrounding historic Shrine Mont. Students will start with the basics and work through the process of creating a painting with each day taking […]