Nature & Spirituality Retreat

Olmsted is partnering with Deep Green Journey to offer an intentional time of connection with self, others, nature, and God. Participants will enjoy a variety of sessions with pastor and naturalist Beth Jones, as well as the creature comforts of Olmsted's famous hospitality. Nestled in the Allegheny National Forest, surrounded by gardens, trails, and water features, find the perfect setting to discover all God has to show you through Creation. 

Nature as a Restorative Practice

Step into the Flow:  Wind, Water, Flame
All three of three of these elements can be powerful, gentle, unpredictable and constant. All three come to life in the natural world and scripture, displaying an intimate relationship with Creator and creation. Come join us to step into the flow of these elements and what they have to teach us about God and our own relationship with creation and each other.

Rev. Beth Jones 

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Beth Jones grew up in Central PA  and has served for almost 25 years as a pastor in the (former) Wyoming and Susquehanna Conference of the United Methodist Church. She is the director of Deep Green Journey, a non-profit with a vision to “Heal Humanity through Creative Connection with the Natural World”.  An ordained pastor in the United Methodist Church, she has over 20 years' experience leading retreat and workshop experiences as well as hiking and backpacking excursions in the mountains of North Central PA. ”  She is a Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide and enjoys leading groups to discover extraordinary possibilities in life, faith and relationships through a restorative connection with the natural world.

September 19-21, 2025

$250/person

Event Information

  • Event  begins with dinner on Friday and concludes with lunch on Sunday. Check-in is in Groves Lodge from 3-6pm on Thursday. 
  • Pricing includes two-nights stay (private hotel-style room with linens), six meals, and course tuition. Discount available for those willing to select or be assigned a roommate. Please contact Olmsted for commuter rates. 
  • Register online, print and mail the registration form, or call to register at (814) 945-6512.​