952 Bethany Turnpike, Honesdale, PA, USA
Apr 19 - 23, 2026
About this Retreat
Brian Fulp, director of the Himalayan Institute Retreat Center, has been a member of the Himalayan Institute since the age of 14, and moved to its 400-acre campus in Honesdale in 1997. His early responsibilities included being in charge of the Residential Committee and building the Institute’s Web Department, which he managed for nearly a decade. In 2008, he transferred into a newly created position as director of Local Operations, and in 2014, he started his current position as the director of the Retreat Center.
Passionate about making sure guests to the Retreat Center feel welcomed and nurtured, Brian works hands-on with the Guest Services A-Team, constantly refining a system they created known as EMBRACE. His passion also extends to the surrounding community, where he has served as a past president of Honesdale Rotary and the chairman of Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts Festival. Currently, he serves as a consultant to Honesdale High School’s Interact Club, the junior version of Rotary. Brian lives on the Himalayan Institute campus with his wife, Anita, and their three children.
Steeped in the wisdom of the sages, the Himalayan Institute Core Faculty brings you the authentic teachings of the lineage. Our faculty embodies decades of personal study and practice, and draws on the philosophical and practical teachings of the scriptures as well as the oral tradition that has been passed down from teacher to student for over 5,000 years. Our Core Faculty is passionate about sharing this timeless wisdom, and teaches practical tools centering on meditation and related practices to help seekers live a life free from negativity, doubt, and fear—and one that is full of joy, compassion, empowerment, and fulfillment.
Details of this retreat
Trail Crew Getaway at the Himalayan Institute
Where meaningful service meets long trails, strong fellowship, and evenings that unfold slowly under the stars.
Join us outdoors to help shape the trails that welcome thousands of guests each year — and experience the kind of tired that feels deeply satisfying. Along the way, enjoy shared meals, strong fellowship, evening bonfires, and quiet moments beneath the stars.
Participants support the maintenance and improvement of our trail system through hands-on outdoor projects.
Trail projects may include the following:
Weed whacking and mowing
Brush hogging
Improving drainage
Maintaining and repairing pathways
Installing signage to improve trail navigation
Depending on experience, skill level, and current campus needs, participants may also assist with gardening, groundskeeping, pond restoration, light outdoor improvements, or other service projects as assigned.
This program is ideal for those who enjoy being outdoors and taking an active role in caring for the land.
Participants should be comfortable with:
Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching
Standing for extended periods
Climbing ladders
Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Lifting between 25–40 pounds
Program runs: Sunday–Thursday
Service hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Outside of project hours, participants may attend daily hatha yoga classes, evening campfires, and programs available to the Residential Community.
Program cost: $200
Includes meals and shared accommodations. Newly renovated private bathrooms are located down the hall.
The program fee includes a lodging credit. Guests who prefer a private room may apply this credit toward the room of their choice and pay the difference, based on availability.
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