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Spirit in the Adirondacks

SITA is a group of friends, old and new, in recovery who gather at Young Life's Saranac Village Camp
on Upper Saranac Lake in the Adirondack Mountains for a retreat to enhance their spiritual way of life.
SITA was established in 2021 and a retreat is held each Spring.

7th Annual Spirit in the Adirondacks Retreat

Friday April 24 to Monday April 27, 2026

The 2026 SITA theme is "Meditation in Motion - Step 11"

We look forward to seeing old friends and making some new friends!


The Saranac Village Boathouse and Beach on Upper Saranac Lake



Morning Mist on Upper Saranac Lake

The Details


DATE: Friday April 24 to Monday April 27, 2026
LOCATION: Young Life's Saranac Village on Upper Saranac Lake
4014 State Route 30
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
REGISTRATION OPENS: February 1, 2026 at noon with a deadline of February 3, 2026 or when we fill to capacity. Payment is due at the time of registration (no exceptions, please). You will receive several emails reminding you to register at noon on February 1st, 2026.
HOUSING: Includes linens and towels. Some rooms have private baths while many have shared facilities. Room rates:

Type of Room Cost per person
Multiple Occupancy (dorms) 2-12persons $340 per person
Single and Double (some shared bathrooms) $370 per person
King/Queen Occupancy (some private bathrooms) $400 per person

Scholarships available - up to $150 per person

MEALS: This retreat will include eight (8) Meals: Friday Dinner, Saturday Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and Sunday Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and Monday Breakfast. Dietary restrictions will be accommodated.
MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS: Per Schedule.
RECREATION: Includes Disc Golf, Biking (your bike), Hiking, etc.
PLEASE READ: If your entire group is not registered and paid, participants & lodging requests may be moved based on bed availability, group sizes are matched to unit occupancy. Every effort is made to accommodate as many group preferences as possible.
PAYMENT: Payment is due at the time of registration (no exceptions, please). Pay by PayPal, Venmo, Square, or Zelle. Payment options on the Registration page.

CANCELLATION POLICY: NO REFUNDS
Registrations are non-refundable. Forfeitures will be placed in the scholarship fund.

QUESTIONS: Email questions to spiritintheadirondacks@gmail.com




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