And We Bid You Goodnight,Sweet George
And We Bid You Goodnight, Sweet George
We plan to come together to celebrate the life and loves of George, to see the world through his Ancient Eyes, listen to good music, share stories, eat the meat down to the bone, and drink in the glories of nature.
From his varied travels, George brought home stories of the wonders of the world that he saw and experienced and lovingly shared those with us. It was his mission in life to be a seeker and scout and return to us with his visions and possibilities. He was not one to sit and wait for others to act on his behalf or follow a path blindly. He walked this world in bare feet, grounded by the Earth and flowing waters, and wanted us to feel the wonders he felt.
George was happiest when he was able to share those wonders with the special people in his life. He encouraged and enticed us all to see and experience. In that spirit, we will be having a weekend filled with the things George held most dear.
Everything George is there. And when we come together, his family of origin and his family of choice, he can be there in spirit with us to share the joys of nature and kinship.
So, bring your memories, photos, load up your phone with his favorite music, and bring your appetite and love for living all things George. We will be bringing some mementos of his life to share with you – so leave a little extra room in your bag to take home your chosen piece.
We hope you can come for the weekend, arriving on Friday afternoon/evening and departing on Sunday. Saturday will be a full George day with lots of options for you to enjoy the surroundings, followed by an evening celebration around the fire. If your schedule only allows you to come for a day, please let us know and we can make that work.
River Mountain accommodations blend modern amenities, the comforts of home, and the beauty of the outdoors. They have modern yurts and tents as well as incredible shared-space cabins depending on the size of the party. More details will be coming shortly about food options and dietary needs, what to bring, what to pack. But for now, please reserve your spot.
Friday, June 13 - Sunday, June 15, 2025
All-Inclusive
3-Day, 2-Night Retreat
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $300, plus taxes and fees
All-Inclusive Glamping Yurt or Tent in the Trees for Two People - $1,200, plus taxes and fees
Glamping Yurts and Tents in the Trees have Two Queen Beds and Can sleep up to 4 people. Each additional guest after the first two will add $200, plus taxes and fees to your total reservation.
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your arrival.
Wellness with Nature
Resting on 150 acres, River Mountain is bordered by Sweet Root Creek, Warrior Ridge and Tussey Mountain. River Mountain's stunning spaces are designed for reflection, mindfulness, and good vibrations. Creekside yoga platforms, a restored barn turned wellness space, and the calm of nature make this the ideal destination for peace and wellness.
Located just a few hours from D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, in the mountains of Pennsylvania, River Mountain is remote yet easy to access.
THE GREENHOUSE
HAMMOCK HIDEAWAY
RESTORED 1850'S BARN
YOGA PLATFORMS
SPRINGS HOT SOAKING TUBS
SWEET ROOT CREEK
FRESH AIR + OPEN SPACE
EXPLORE
HIKE
STARGAZING
HIKE
CAMPFIRES + S'MORES
MEADOW TERRACE
HONEY + HIVE TOURS
We look forward to coming together to celebrate George!
MAY HIS MEMORY BE ETERNAL
“There is a road, no simple highway
Between the dawn and the dark of night
And if you go, no one may follow
The path is for your steps alone.
Ripple in still water
When there is no pebble tossed
Nor wind to blow…
If I knew the way I would take you home”
Ripple by Grateful Dead, 1970
History
Warrior Path
Running parallel to River Mountain's eastern ridge is Warriors Path, the great Iroquois Indian highway from Six Nations country, New York, to the Catawba country in the Carolinas. The historic path along Sweet Root Creek was one of the longest and most heavily traveled land routes in eastern North America, connecting Indigenous peoples over hundreds of miles.
The Underground Railroad
Black Valley was an active route along the Underground Railroad. Local histories principally credit four, free black residents with leading the aid network in this area: Rev. John Fidler, Elias Rouse, Joseph Crawley, and James Graham. Just to the south of the River Mountain property are 13 unmarked graves of enslaved people who died traveling the route to freedom.
Accommodations
Glamping Pods
Modern Design to Align with the Body's Circadian Rhythm
Standard Glamping Pod - Sleeps 1 Guest
Located in Cabin with Other Retreat Guests
Expansive Deck with Patio Seating
Top Pod Skylights to Fall Asleep to the Stars
Bedside Windows to Nature
Nestled Among Trees, Meadow + Creek
Mountain Views of Warrior Ridge
Glamping Yurts
Two Queen Beds
Picturesque Views of Tussey Mountain
Exterior Door Opens to Meadow Views
Electricity + Heated
Bedding, Linens + Towels
Indoor, Private Full Bathrooms with Shower Nearby
Filtered Water Nearby
Fiber WiFi Internet
Fridge + Microwave Nearby
Tents in the Trees
Two Queen Beds
Hang + Relax Among the Trees
Exterior Door Opens to Tranquil Forest
Located Near Main Lodge + Common Gathering Spaces
Bedding, Linens + Towels
Indoor, Private Full Bathrooms with Shower Nearby
Filtered Water Nearby
Fiber WiFi Internet
Fridge + Microwave Nearby
And We Bid You Goodnight, Sweet George
Friday, June 13 - Sunday, June 15, 2025
All-Inclusive
3-Day, 2-Night Retreat
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $300, plus taxes and fees
All-Inclusive Glamping Yurt or Tent in the Trees for Two People - $1,200, plus taxes and fees
Glamping Yurts and Tents in the Trees have Two Queen Beds and Can sleep up to 4 people. Each additional guest after the first two will add $200, plus taxes and fees to your total reservation.
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your arrival.
Retreat Inclusions:
All Retreat Experiences
150 Acres of Nature
Accommodations
Daily Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Access to Hot Soaking Tubs
Campfire + S'mores
Daily Housekeeping
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blankets
Fiber Internet Wi-Fi
Check-In After 3PM
Check-Out By 11AM
Retreat Policies, Payments, Deposit, and Cancellations:
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON RETREATS. This is for the safety and wellness of the dog and other guests joining the retreat.
25% non-refundable deposit to reserve. The remaining balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to the retreat start date using the initial card on file used to make the reservation and deposit. If reserving within less than 30 days of retreat start date, the remaining balance is automatically charged within 48 hours after reservation is made.
Please note that because River Mountain retreats are limited to a small number of attendees, to allow for a more personable, intimate experience, our cancellation policy is in place to help guests, hosts, and us alike work together sharing expenses that may arise from unexpected cancellations.
• All deposits are non-refundable.
• Full balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to retreat start date, unless otherwise noted.
• Cancellation requests submitted 61 days or more before the retreat start date, 50% of the total is due.
• Within 60 days of your retreat: full balance due, sorry but no refunds given, no exceptions.
Please know that our cancellation policy is designed to mitigate damages and costs incurred to retreat hosts and River Mountain in order to maintain the retreat experience and affordability for other retreat guests. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early.
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