Image credit: Nicole Bouiette. Our beautiful magnolia at golden hour.

Dear treasured members and friends,

As the vibrant hues of spring begin to blend into the warm embrace of summer, we at The Rowe Center are gearing up for a season filled with growth, connection, and rejuvenation. With a diverse array of programs on the horizon, there’s a place for everyone to explore, learn, and relax in our nurturing environment.

Upcoming Highlights

• Spring Work Week: A traditional start to our summer season, where the spirit of community shines as we prepare our beloved camp for the upcoming adventures. Volunteer today.

• Youth Camps and Alumni Reunion: The heart of Rowe, our youth camps, are back! We’re also excited to welcome old friends during the alumni reunion—a chance to relive cherished memories and make new ones.

• Kindred Spirits Recovery Camp: Join us for a supportive retreat focused on recovery and renewal, surrounded by the tranquility of nature. Registration now open!

• Rowe Labor Day Men’s Retreat and Member’s & Friends Weekend: These signature events offer deep connection and reflection as we celebrate the joy of community and shared experiences.

What’s New at Rowe

• Upgrades and Improvements: We’re enhancing your Rowe experience! From comfy new mattresses in our cabins to revamping our website and office software, every change is made with you in mind. Stay tuned for these updates over the course of the summer.

• Meet Our New Head Chef, Dan Ross: Dan’s culinary magic is back at Rowe, promising delightful meals that feel like home. Get to know more about Dan and our wonderful Kitchen Lead, Nicole, on our blog.

Program Spotlight: The Wild Enneagram

Dive deep into the integration of ecology, psychology, and spirituality with Ben and Jenny Campbell. This unique workshop will expand your understanding of the Enneagram through the lens of the natural world, offering transformative insights and practices.Learn more about this enriching program.

Online Learning Opportunities

• Writing Naturally with Chip Blake: Embark on a six-week journey to refine your nature writing skills, guided by expert editor Chip Blake. This online class is perfect for anyone eager to articulate the beauty of the natural world.

• The Speaking Trees with Mary Reynolds Thompson: Explore your poetic spirit through the wisdom of forests in this imaginative five-week course. No prior writing experience needed—just a love for nature and poetry!

Join Us

There’s still time to be part of these incredible experiences. Register now to secure your spot and help us plan for a summer full of wonder and community spirit.

As we continue to weave new stories together, we are reminded of the strength and beauty of our shared journey. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Rowe, where every visit feels like coming home.

Warm regards,

The Rowe Center Staff

Rowe Camp Reunion 2024

Calling all Rowe Camp Alumni!  Come back to appreciate the magic of Rowe! Stay in your favorite cabin, visit the Goddess, walk down to the waterfall. Please join us for this fun and relaxing retreat.  Guests of alumni, that are at least 18, are welcome.

The Wild Enneagram:Integrating Ecology, Psychology, and Spirituality with Ben Campbell and Jenny Campbell

Join us for this workshop, where we will magnify the wisdom and power of the Enneagram by honoring the reality that our human psychology and spirituality cannot be separated from the ecosystems in which we live.

Learn More & Register

Read more about this topic on our blog.

Online Offerings

Writing Naturally with Chip Blake: Hone your nature writing skills under the guidance of Chip Blake in this six-week course, designed to inspire and refine your writing talents.

The Speaking Trees: Poetic Dialogues with Nature with Mary Reynolds Thompson: Explore the deep connections between poetry, nature, and self in this interactive 5-week course that invites you to communicate with trees and uncover the spiritual and imaginative roles forests play in our lives. View Mary’s video below and learn more about her vision for this program.

Learn More & Register

A Special Invitation from Juneberry Music

Patricia Norton of Juneberry Music extends a special invitation to the Rowe community to join her at A Breath of Song Retreat, held at The Rowe Center from Thursday, May 30th, to Sunday, June 2nd. This private retreat, now generously opened to our community, promises an enriching journey through song, shared meals, and communal connection in the beautiful surroundings of the Berkshires. Patricia invites you to immerse yourself in the transformative power of communal singing, exploring the ways in which melody and harmony can open hearts, heal, and foster a deep sense of belonging. This is a unique opportunity to partake in a curated experience that complements the spirit of growth and discovery at The Rowe Center.  Register on the Juneberry Music website.

2024 Spring Work Week

Join us once again for an unforgettable week of giving back to the community you hold dear. This is a remarkable opportunity to reconnect with old friends, forge new friendships, and contribute to a range of impactful service projects across the beautiful Rowe campus.

Camp Staff has been announced for YPC and JHC. Check out our blog for more information.  New mattresses have been purchased for the cabins, and we are doing our annual Spring cleaning to be ready for our beloved campers.  Stay in the loop for camp news by subscribing to our camp newsletters.

Want to join the Rowe team?

We are hiring for kitchen, housekeeping and facitlities, please apply online.

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