Culturally Modified Trees Path - Retreat: Deepening Your Roots with Creation [COMMUTER]

With S. Jan Ginzkey, OSB

September 26 - 27, 2026

Date and Time Details: This retreat is from at 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and from 9.a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026. If you'd prefer to stay overnight for this retreat, please instead choose the lodging option in our offerings menu.

Location: Benet Hill Monastery classroom and outdoor labyrinth

Address: 3190 Benet Ln, Colorado Springs, CO 80921, USA

Contact: Sally Rothstein
retreats@benethillmonastery.org
719-355-1624

  • $173.00 – Workshop

Led by our expert-in-residence, Sister Jan Ginzkey, OSB, you will explore the history of the Ute people in the Pikes Peak Region, visit Fox Run Regional Park to identify Culturally Modified Trees, and spend time journaling and forest bathing.

As a commuter, you may bring your own lunch for Saturday or purchase the midday meal within the registration process.  You are also welcome to add on the Sunday 2 p.m. dinner with the Benet Hill Monastery community. 

If interested in retreating overnight, please see the separate program listing for lodgers.

Cancellations: Up to 90 days before the retreat start date, all fees are refunded less a $50 administration fee. Between 90-30 days before the retreat start date, a 50% refund is provided. No refund is provided for cancelations made 30 days or less from the retreat start date.

About the Leader

S. Jan Ginzkey, OSB

Sister Jan has been learning and teaching about the labyrinth and the culturally modified trees for 38 years. She gathered community to build the labyrinth in 2001 as a contemplative means to deepen one's spirituality. She continues to discover and protect the sacred living artifacts of the Ute peoples. From S. Jan: I come from […]

Learn more about S. Jan Ginzkey, OSB

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