TOGETHER WE RISE
An In‑Person Gathering
of Crone Awakening Wisdom
September 10–13, 2026 |Highlands, North Carolina
Join Us in the Sacred Mountains
Join Crone Awakening Wisdom in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains for Together We Rise, an in‑person gathering devoted to wisdom, story, sisterhood, and embodied joy. Held at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center in Highlands, NC, this gathering invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and rise together in community.
Perched on a 4,200‑foot granite cliff on the Eastern Continental Divide, The Mountain offers sweeping, soul‑stirring views, ancient 400‑year‑old dwarf white oak trees, and a natural sanctuary that holds us as we reflect, celebrate, and transform.
What We’ll Share Together
Over four nourishing days, we gather as elders, seekers, storytellers, and sisters.
✨ Sacred circles & breakout groups
✨ Storytelling & Elder Ceremony
✨ Workshops offered by and for our community
✨ Drumming, singing, dancing, and creative expression
✨ Talent show & playful celebration
✨ Spacious time for rest, reflection, and nature connection
Come to teach, to learn, to witness, or simply to be. Every voice matters. Every story is welcome.
A Place That Holds Us
Surrounded by forests, sky, and stone, this sacred land supports deep listening and genuine connection. Walking paths, quiet spaces, and expansive vistas invite contemplation, while shared gathering spaces foster warmth, laughter, and belonging.
The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center
It's more than a venue—it is a living presence.
Surrounded by forests, sky, and stone, this sacred land supports deep listening and genuine connection. Walking paths, quiet spaces, and expansive vistas invite contemplation, while shared gathering spaces foster warmth, laughter, and belonging.
Learn more about the venue here:
https://www.themountainrlc.org
Lodging & Accommodations
During our time together, participants will be housed on-site at The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center, allowing us to remain fully immersed in community and nature.
Lodging
Shared, simple, and welcoming—perfect for those who enjoy a retreat-style experience and late-night sister conversations.
Standard rooms (The Lodge) (2 people per room)
These accommodations include a room with 2 twin beds and a private bath and shower in the room. All of these rooms are designed for roommates so be sure to list who you wish to room with.
Bunkhouse rooms (up to 6 people in a cabin)
These accommodations offer a more economical option and one shared bathroom and shower in the cabin. The room has bunk beds (only bottom bunks will be filled) and an additional room with 2 beds. Note: This location requires a walk up a steep hill to meeting rooms and dining.
There are ADA rooms available so please indicate in the registration if one is needed.
If you have a special request for alternate lodging at the facility, there may be some other options available. Please email us at croneawakeningwisdom@gmail.com
Cancellations before 8/1/26 are 100% refundable & between 8/1-8/27/26, 50% refundable. Refunds are not available within 2 weeks of the event (but a person can attend in your place, if pre-arranged). Exceptions may be considered for Medical Issues.