RETREATS AT HIGH CAMP

Step away, slow down, reconnect.

Join us at High Camp in summer 2027 for four retreats that invite you to slow down, connect, and find inspiration in the mountains. From poetry and painting to shared experiences of grief and awe, each offers a different way to spend meaningful time in nature and in community.

Gather & Grieve in Nature | June 25–27, 2027

Find space to honor your grief in the company of others. In partnership with Thrive Health Network, this retreat welcomes those grieving the death of a loved one for group support, shared meals, hiking, and restorative time in the mountains. Come as you are, with room to remember, connect, and simply be.

Poetry in Nature | July 11–14, 2027

Join celebrated poet, teacher, and facilitator Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer for poetry, nature, and creative exploration at High Camp. Guided writing, poetry readings, thoughtful conversation, and time exploring the mountains invite you to slow down, pay attention, and find inspiration in the world around you.

Wildflower & Watercolor | July 15–18, 2027

Explore High Camp’s alpine meadows with Karin Teague of the Independence Pass Foundation and Aspen watercolor artist Amy Beidleman. Pair wildflower identification and ecology with watercolor painting as you learn to recognize the plants that thrive here and capture them on paper. A retreat for curiosity, creativity, and a closer connection to the alpine landscape.

Journey Into Awe | July 29–August 1, 2027

Join author, wilderness guide, and resilience expert Sara Schulting Kranz to explore the power of awe and time in nature. Through forest bathing, mindfulness, reiki, hiking, and shared experiences in the mountains, discover opportunities to slow down, gain perspective, and cultivate resilience as you navigate life’s changes.