Executive Directors

Annual Retreat 2027

The way we develop deeper roots together.

A Summit of Nonprofit Executive Directors in Our City

The Deep Roots Collective Annual Retreat is our premier annual gathering. It is two nights set aside for executive directors to rest, reconnect, and return to their work with clarity. The is the retreat we rearrange our calendars to experience together.

September 22-24, 2027
Bailey, Colorado

Wednesday 3pm - Friday 12pm

Two day and nights full of intention and attention to your personal, spiritual, relational, and vocational health and longevity.

Wednesday, Aug 25

  • Group shuttle departs Denver at 3:00 PM.

  • Arrive at Pahara, check in at the Welcome Building (your luggage is delivered to your cabin), and gather for a welcome dinner.

Thursday, Aug 26

  • A full day of rest and renewal: curated time for individual reflection, facilitated discussions, and keynote presentations.

Friday, Aug 27

  • Breakfast, morning reflection, and closing circle. Group shuttle returns to Denver at 12:00PM.

Welcome to Pahara

Set on more than 2,000 acres of Ponderosa pine–covered mountain land in Bailey, Colorado, Pahara's campus is intentionally designed to help guests reflect, reconnect, and reenergize. Its beauty and exclusivity make it a place few leaders get the opportunity to experience. It beautifully reflects the values of Deep Roots Collective: restoration, reflection, and real community.

The Venue

  • The Lodge — three stories with expansive decks overlooking the valley and mountains, built on a rammed-earth base made from local soil. Two clubhouse-style floors offer music lounges, libraries, billiards, board games, and fireplaces.

  • The Seminar Building — in-the-round rooms that create an egalitarian, non-lecture environment, plus a central break room, a patio, and a natural amphitheater.

  • Your own cabin — one of 60 simple, beautiful cabin rooms that are a short walk from the main buildings. Each has a queen bed, a lounge chair with mountain views, Keurig coffee maker, and an outdoor rocking chair.

  • The Wellness Building — a sauna, Peloton bikes, treadmills, free weights, and a fully equipped yoga room. Outside: three cascading hot spring–style pools, a cold plunge, and a rooftop deck with a fireplace.

  • A chef-curated meal program that accommodates allergies and dietary restrictions.

Getting there: Lone Rock is about 45 minutes from Denver. All guests arrive and depart together by group shuttle.

Private vehicles and ride share vehicles are not allowed.

  • Departs: Wednesday, August 25 at 3:00 PM from Denver

  • Returns: Friday, August 27 by 12:00 PM to Denver

Registration & Pricing

Registration covers your full stay — lodging, meals, beverages, shuttle, and all retreat activities.
Accommodations are limited to 30 leaders, we encourage you to register early.

Registration Price (all-inclusive, 2 nights)

Deep Roots Collective Partner $600

Deep Roots Collective Partner — Scholarship rate $300

Executive Director (non-partner) $1,200

Scholarship note: We never want cost to keep a partner from the table. If the standard rate is a barrier, please contact hello@deeproots-collective.org to apply for a scholarship.

Included in your registration:

  • Two nights in a private cabin with a queen bed and private bathroom

  • Chef-curated meals: dinner Wednesday, breakfast, lunch, and dinner Thursday, and breakfast Friday

  • Wellness space to recharge both body and mind

  • Round-trip group shuttle from Denver

  • All retreat sessions and programming

FAQs

Can I drive myself? We travel together. All guests ride the group shuttle to and from Pahara to encourage everyone to be fully present for the full retreat.

Can I arrive late or leave early? Because travel is by group shuttle only, please plan to be with us from Wednesday at 3:00 PM through Friday at noon.

Will I have my own room? Yes. Every participant has a private cabin with a queen bed and private bathroom.

What's included? Your private cabin, all meals from Wednesday dinner through Friday breakfast, beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, complimentary campus activities, the round-trip shuttle, and all retreat programming.

Can I bring a spouse or guest? The retreat is designed for nonprofit executive directors only.

I have dietary needs. Will they be accommodated? Yes. Pahara's culinary team accommodates allergies and dietary restrictions — just tell us your needs when you register.

Are accessible accommodations available? Yes. Pahara has four ADA-accessible cabins. Let us know what you need when you register.

I'm not a Deep Roots Collective Partner. Can I attend? Yes, as space allows, at the guest rate for non partners of $1,200.

Who can I contact with questions? Contact Becky at hello@deeproots-collective.org