Campus

A forest scene with multiple trees, primarily a large, old tree with rough bark in the foreground. The trees are surrounded by green leaves and underbrush, with sunlight filtering through the canopy.
Two people are canoeing on a calm lake surrounded by green vegetation.
A house with a blue roof and beige walls is situated beside a pond, surrounded by tall green grass and trees with colorful autumn foliage on a clear day.
A gravel path winding through a wooded area with trees and lush green foliage. Several flags on poles are along the sides of the path, with some flags purple and others white with purple accents.
A hammock tied to trees in a grassy backyard with trees in the background.
A grassy park with wooden benches and swings, surrounded by lush green trees and bushes, and a water fountain in a river or pond.
A lush green landscape with a small river, surrounded by dense trees and hills in the background. A house with a metal roof is partially visible on the left side. The sky is partly cloudy with some light clouds.
Two deer standing in a body of water near tall green grass and reeds.
A large leafless tree in a snow-covered landscape during sunset or sunrise, with the sun low on the horizon and a blue sky with scattered clouds in the background.

Our community is nurtured by the land we live on, which is rich in beauty and wisdom. The campus is nestled between Easton Mountain itself and Herrington Hill, secluded from the outside world. The surrounding landscape is the perfect backdrop for the work that takes place here, with ecology and geology that’s unique in the United States. We’re eager to share details about its history, surrounding mountain ranges, unique features, and inhabitants.

The retreat is surrounded by forests, trails, and even beaver-created water features! We hope you take the time to reconnect with nature by hiking the trails, appreciating the incredible variety of plant life, feeling the grass between your toes, camping, and other outdoor activities!

Interested in learning more about our region’s natural history and ecology? Go here!

Hiking Trails

Our campus includes many well-walked and marked hiking tails for those who like to explore! Immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of the land! Take a leisurely stroll around the pond on the Red Trail where you will visit Grandfather Oak, or challenge yourself by hiking to the summit of Easton Mountain!

See our most current trail map here!

A person walking through a wooded area during autumn with fall foliage and a large tree.
Map of Easton Mountain Trail System showing trails in different colors and difficulty levels, with key landmarks like Old Ski Cabin, Grandfather Oak, Grandmother Birch, and trail difficulty descriptions.
Three wooden trail signs attached to a tree in a green forest. The signs read "Red T," "Green T," and a partially visible third sign indicating a stone wall trail.
A man walking on a forest trail surrounded by tall trees with green and yellow leaves.
Wooden sign with the words 'G. Faithier' and '200 Yrs.' carved on it, mounted on a tree in a forest.
A group of people walking along a leaf-covered trail in a forest during autumn. The trees have green and yellow leaves, and the sunlight filters through the branches.
A hand-painted wooden sign with the word 'LODGED' pointing to the left and 'TR' pointing to the right, tied to a tree in a forest.
A person walking on a nature trail surrounded by green and autumn-colored trees.
A group of men walking together through a wooded area during daytime, with some smiling and others looking down.

Ponds

Easton Mountain has two ponds that are home to local wildlife, including ducks, beavers and geese. Beavers created our larger lower pond near the lodge and the upper pond near the Garden Cabin is man-made. We invite you to take a canoe out and explore the lower pond, relax in our wood swing, or sit on the deck of the upper pond as you enjoy the peaceful murmur of the fountain.

A person sitting on a white outdoor chair by a pond, reading a book, with a life preserver nearby, surrounded by lush green trees.
Two people paddling a green canoe on a calm lake, with lush green trees and tall grasses in the background.
A person sitting on the grass near a riverbank, looking at the water, with a forest of colorful autumn trees in the background.
A young man sitting on a wooden porch swing near a lake, using his phone on a sunny day with green trees in the background.
Two deer standing in a calm body of water, surrounded by dense green vegetation and reeds.
A man kayaking on a river during sunset with trees and hills in the background.

Memorial Garden

Our Memorial Garden is a peaceful space where loved ones can be remembered. Located above the apple orchard, it was originally established as a family cemetery by the Harrington Family, early settlers around the time of  the American Revolution. We have added a sculpture designed by artist and community member, Moss Tidd, as an altar to the ancestors with a columbarium for ashes of those who have passed.

A close-up photograph of a grave with orange flowers and fallen leaves. A stone marker has the name 'HUNTER' engraved on it, with some additional, partially visible text. In the background, there is a blurred backpack and other gravestones, indicatin
Graveyard with two white headstones, decorated with American flags, flowers, and candles, surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
A memorial site in a natural outdoor setting with fallen leaves and moss. It features a framed photograph of two cats, a handwritten note that reads 'we love you! fly high,' a small glass candle holder with a white candle, and two rocks, one of which
Snow-covered cemetery with white headstones, some adorned with American flags and wreaths, surrounded by leafless trees in winter.
A small memorial shrine in a wooded area with a rock, yellow flowers, orange petals, and a necklace, against a background of trees and a blue sky.

Garden

Visit our Garden, where we cultivate a variety of produce including tomatoes, lettuce, squash, and herbs.These fresh ingredients serve to supplement our meals during retreats, embodying our dedication to sustainability and harmony with nature. More than just a source of nourishment, our garden provides a tranquil space for meditation and relaxation, inviting visitors to reconnect with the earth and find peace amidst its flourishing beauty.

Person wearing a straw hat and white long-sleeve shirt planting seeds in a garden bed with a yellow measuring tape
A lush green garden with rows of vegetables, including corn stalks and other plants, surrounded by trees and fences.
A garden bed with small green plants growing in it, surrounded by soil and a wooden border.
A bowl of fresh vegetables including zucchini, yellow squash, green onions, purple beans, and leafy greens, all on a grass background.
A lush garden with various flowering plants, trees, and a fence. The flowers include red and white blooms, and the garden appears well-maintained with mowed grass and organized planting beds.

Land Acknowledgement

It is with gratitude and humility that we acknowledge that we are learning, speaking and gathering on the ancestral homelands of the Mohican people, who are the indigenous peoples of this land. Despite tremendous hardship in being forced from here, today their community resides in Wisconsin and is known as the Stockbridge-Munsee Community. We pay honor and respect to their ancestors past and present as we commit to building a more inclusive and equitable space for all.
For more information, please visit https://www.mohican.com/