Veteran Retreat
Homeward Bound Adirondacks would like to invite you to a Veteran Retreat. The retreat will be Dec 12-14, 2025 at the Inn on Piseco, in Piseco, NY. Register now and join us for a weekend of nature therapy in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains. Meet and recreate with other veterans.
NOTE: Retreats are free once people arrive - however we are not in a position to pay for transportation to get to and from the retreat venue.
Vets Helping Vets
Veterans build resilience and support networks through peer to peer discussions and activities. Retreats offer an opportunity to build comradery with other Vets while relaxing in a wilderness environment.
Policy
Our new screening process involves direct contact from a HBA Case Manager for all registered veterans to assess eligibility and prioritize attendance. Although all veterans are welcome and encouraged to apply, we're focusing first on veterans enrolled in our Case Management and those who haven't yet experienced a retreat, particularly those facing service-related challenges. If a retreat reaches capacity under these criteria, we may need to schedule you for a later date. We understand this might be inconvenient and appreciate your understanding. Our goal is to support as many veterans as possible, prioritizing those dealing with service-related trauma or difficulties. A member of our HBA team will be in touch shortly for a pre-screening discussion about your specific situation.
Waiting List
If there are any cancellations, those first on the waiting list, will be offered these on first come basis. Feel free to contact Homeward Bound Adirondacks to get on the waiting list
Cancelations
If you need to cancel, please cancel with HBA as soon as possible. Please do not wait until the day before the retreat. An empty RSVP is one veteran who misses out.
Date & Time
Dec 12, 2025 4:00 PM
Dec 14, 2025 1:00 PM
Dec 14, 2025 1:00 PM
All amenities provided at no cost to the Veteran!
Retreats are free once people arrive - however we are not in a position to pay for transportation to get to and from the retreat venue.
Location
Inn on Piseco, Piseco, NY
471 Old Piseco Rd, Piseco, NY 12139
471 Old Piseco Rd, Piseco, NY 12139
Friday's Schedule
3:00 PM
Meet & Greet
Friday afternoon arrival allows Veterans time to unwind, adjust to the retreat surroundings, and meet and talk with other Veterans before the activities begin.
5:00 PM
Dinner & Conversation
Enjoy a wonderful dinner in a group environment with other Veterans, HBA staff, and guests.
7:00 PM
Ice Breaker
Activity designed to help all the veterans meet the other veteran participants and to become more comfortable around them.
8:00 PM
Fireside Chat
Friday evening fireside chats are non structured and informal and are another way to help Veterans continue to unwind, adjust to the retreat surroundings, and meet and talk with other Veterans before the formal fireside chat on Saturday evening.
Saturday's Schedule
8:00 AM
Breakfast and Conversation
Enjoy a wonderful breakfast in a group environment with other Veterans, staff, and guests.
10:00 AM
Activities
TBD
1:00 PM
Lunch and Conversation
Enjoy a wonderful lunch in a group environment with other Veterans, staff, and guests
2:00 PM
Activities
TBD
5:00 PM
Dinner and Conversation
Enjoy a wonderful dinner in a peer group environment with other Veterans, staff, and guests.
7:00 PM
Team and Camaraderie Building Exercise
Individual and team activities designed to build camaraderie and team work.
8:00 PM
Fireside Chat
Saturday evening fireside chats are structured and formal and allow veterans to go a little deeper into discussions and sharing.
Sunday's Schedule
8:00 AM
Breakfast and Conversation
Enjoy a wonderful breakfast in a group environment with other Veterans, staff, and guests.
10:00 AM
Activities
TBD
1:00 PM
Wrap-Up & Goodbyes
A debrief with the Executive Director and a chance for vets and staff to say goodbye