Programs

The annual Catholic Singles weekend gathering brings together Catholic adults for a weekend of fellowship and outdoor recreation. If you are one of the many adults who find their lives more solitary than you'd like, joining in our little community could be just the boost you're looking for. Men and women, young and old are […]

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Women will gather in mid-July to immerse themselves in writing and nature. Daily classes in poetry, fiction, journaling, memoir and multi-genre are offered. Ample writing time is provided through the week. Each evening there is an opportunity for the participants to read their work in an environment of compassionate support. Since 1995, this retreat has […]

“Holding on to Hope” Staying hopeful sometimes feels like a precarious balancing act, especially when we have active alcoholism in our lives. But there are many other aspects of our lives that can deflate our hope: losing a loved one, our own or a dear one’s health issues, fear over our political climate and/or the […]

A beginner photography retreat. No experience necessary.  Interested in learning how to take better photos on your smartphone? Have a camera but not sure how to use it? Learn the basics of photography in our beautiful Adirondack setting. We will cover how to use your device, shooting tips and tricks, as well as editing your […]

Join us for our annual Storytelling weekend at PLC! Participants are welcome to arrive with or without a story to tell, the weekend revolves around a series of workshops to help you develop your storytelling voice and vision. Friday evening is devoted to introductions and sets the stage for the program. Saturday is comprised of […]

Dorthy Day Retreat    How are we called to live life as a Catholic in America? One of the 20th Century’s most influential Catholic thinkers, writers, and activists, Dorothy Day, spent a lifetime working to answer that question. Pyramid Life Center is pleased to offer an exclusive retreat on Dorothy Day; a Catholic social justice […]

Nature Retreat 2025 - Widening Circles: Cultivating Wonder, Gratitude, and Love through Intimacy with Nature Creation is the first sanctuary—the sacred temple of God—ever expanding, ever inviting us into deeper relationship. In the rhythms of nature, we hear the call to widen our hearts, to ask, "Who is my neighbor?". The rustling leaves, flowing waters, enduring […]

The intent of this retreat is to explore and simplify 12 step spirituality for anyone in any recovery program regardless of time in recovery or progress in their own 12 step process. Specific objectives will be accessing or improving conscious contact with a Higher Power, learning basic meditation techniques, and, hopefully, having an experience which […]

The fabulous fall season in upstate New York is the perfect time to surround yourself in natural beauty and interior stillness. Step outside the frantic pace of everyday life and reset your rhythm to something more sacred and serene. The annual Stillpoint Retreat is a weekend filled with spiritual practices, prayerful community, and the gorgeous […]

Fall Writer Fest is an opportunity to learn writing craft from successful writers in a variety of genres. Take your fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction or work-in-progress to the next level. Class size limited. Registration pays for 5-day workshop, room and board, presentations from guest speakers, and writing time.   If you are interested in participating in […]

Poetry Essentials + Haiku + Workshopping What makes a good poem? Why does writing haiku smooth the way to writing better poems in general? How can supportive peer review benefit our poetry? These are just some of the subjects we will explore in our weekend workshop. Between Friday evening and Sunday morning, we will meet […]

This annual retreat is led by the Saint Kateri Conservation Center, a national non profit organization that promotes Catholic faith, integral ecology and the diversity of life. The weekend will bring together nature lovers in a variety of activities including prayer, meditation, information sharing on conservation practices, and even a small pilgrimage around the beautiful […]

“God, Help me to Want What I Have” If you struggle with dissatisfaction or a loss of hope in your life, this weekend may be the answer to your prayers. Using the Spiritual Journaling practice of writing to the God of our understanding, we will mine our hearts and minds to discover the blessings in […]

“The Sacred Path: Yoga Meditation, Reiki & Self-Care” Immerse yourself on the Sacred Path of Yoga, Self-Care and renewal at this retreat. It is nestled in a serene, nature-filled setting, this retreat offers a blend of Gentle Yoga, Gratitude Activities, Qi Gong, Reiki Healing, Chakra Balancing with Crystal Bowls, Meditation, and Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation and balance. […]

Calling all cyclists for our second annual PLC Bike weekend! Riders of all ages are welcome to enjoy a beautiful autumn weekend in the Adirondack Mountains featuring exercise, community, and relaxation! Our bike event features two different organized rides, a short ride (approx. 25 miles) and a long ride (approx. 51 miles) both starting and […]

Ever wondered how to get those brilliant fall colors to stand out in your photos? Interested in practicing photography in a private Adirondack setting? Join photographer Courtney Bradt for a fall photography weekend. We'll cover some basics of shooting and editing with a focus on fall colors. Enjoy paddling on Pyramid Lake as well as […]

Open camping for you and your family! Meals will be included with your stay!