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The Inaugural Tish Retreat · 2026

Rooted

A weekend in the North Georgia mountains to slow down, reconnect, and ground ourselves in Shabbat, community, and the natural world.

Sept 4–6, 2026 North Georgia mountains The whole community

2026 retreat details below · Registration is closed

Watercolor of the retreat meadow: a stone fire circle ringed with mismatched benches and chairs, a wooded ridge and lake beyond.

The table, moved outdoors.

Rooted is the first-ever Tish retreat. Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon, we set down the pace of the week and spend Shabbat together in the mountains.

It's built for families with kids, couples, and anyone looking for a real Shabbat in nature. Come for the singing, the shared meals, the quiet by the creek, and the people you'll be glad to spend three days with.

3
Days together
2
Nights under the stars
30
Acres of creekside land
1
Shabbat, together

Where it is

Thirty acres in the North Georgia mountains

A private property about two hours north of Atlanta, with a creek running through it, an open meadow, a stone fire circle, cabins, and woods on every side. Room for the whole community without anyone being on top of anyone else.

Registered families get exact directions and a packing list a week out.

Watercolor map of Georgia, with Atlanta marked in the north-west and the retreat property in the mountains at the top of the state.
Atlanta Rooted about 2 hours

The Weekend at a Glance

A rhythm of gathering, rest, and celebration — from Friday check-in through Sunday's closing.

Friday
Arrive & Settle In
3:00 pm
Check-in & tent setupExperienced campers on hand to help pitch tents
6:30 pm
Welcome dinner from Ry's Table
7:30 pm
Kabbalat Shabbat — a brief service
8:00 pm
Nigun circleA communal, wordless singing practice
9:00 pm
Storytime & s'mores by the fire
Saturday
Shabbat in the Mountains
7:00–9:00 am
Community-cooked breakfast
9:45 am
Shabbat morning service
12:00 pm
Choose your own afternoonGuided meditation · hike · capture the flag · crafts · or simply chill
3:30 pm
Snack
5:00 pm
Song-circle
6:00 pm
Dinner from Ry's Table
7:30 pm
Havdalah, leading into…
8:00 pm
Firepit talent show & adult craft-and-chill
Sunday
Close & Carry It Home
7:00–9:00 am
Community-cooked breakfast
9:00 am
Closing reflections
11:00 am
Pack lunches available for travelers

Schedule is still coming together and may shift a little before the weekend.

What's Included

Every rate covers your food, all programming, and tent camping for the weekend.

Somewhere to Sleep

Tent camping is included for everyone. A limited number of shared cabins and two RV-hookup sites are available for an additional cost.

All Your Meals

Welcome dinner and Saturday dinner catered by Ry's Table, community-cooked breakfasts, snacks, and pack-out lunches for the road home.

Shabbat & Song

Kabbalat Shabbat, a full Shabbat morning service, a nigun circle, song-circle, Havdalah, and quiet music by the fire.

Programming for Every Age

Guided meditation, hikes, capture the flag, crafts, storytime and s'mores, a firepit talent show — plus plenty of room to just chill.

Pick the Rate That's Right for You

We believe cost shouldn't determine who gets to be part of Tish. Please choose the tier that honestly reflects your current financial reality. All tiers are full and equal participants of the retreat.

Supported
$175 / adult
$75 / kid (under 18)

For those who need a little help. We want you here.

Sustaining
$275 / adult
$125 / kid (under 18)

A bit more from those who can, so others don't have to choose.

One-night passes

Come for the half of the weekend that works for you.

Friday-night pass

$125

Arrive anytime Friday; leave before dinner Saturday.

Saturday-night pass

$125

Arrive anytime Saturday; leave anytime Sunday.

Every rate includes food, all programming, and tent camping. Shared cabins and RV-hookup sites are available at an additional cost. At checkout you can pay in full or choose a 2-installment plan — 50% now and 50% on August 30.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is it kid-friendly?

Very. We’ll have children’s programming, an indoor game room, and plenty of snacks. The farm is mainly meadow, with a rocky creek surrounding the roughly 30-acre property. The creek reaches about four feet at its highest. We think it’s well suited to explorers ages 6 and up, but every child and parent has their own comfort level with risk, so each family should use its own judgment.

Yes, during some dedicated parts of the retreat. We’ll have children’s-programming hours plus additional childcare support. This is not drop-off childcare—you can’t leave your child and come back later. More details are coming.

Friday-night pass ($125): arrive anytime Friday and leave before dinner Saturday. Saturday-night pass ($125): arrive anytime Saturday and leave anytime Sunday.

First, ask in the Tish WhatsApp group if someone has the tent, sleeping bag, or other gear you’re hoping to borrow. If that doesn’t work—or if you’re feeling shy about asking there—email kyrrcares@pm.me for help getting what you need.

Every attendee will receive a printed schedule and map. Aside from kids programming, there will be few parallel events. You don’t need to attend everything—there will be ample room for solo time, a family board game, or making something with a new friend.

We’ve set aside last-minute indoor sleeping space with air mattresses and cots on the floor. It’s available if the weather turns, a tent fails, someone sleeps poorly, or for any other reason someone needs to move inside.

Sporadically, yes, we have a plan to capture some magical moments. We will have neon opt-out bracelets available for anyone who does not want to be photographed. If you want to take pictures, please take care to avoid photographing anyone wearing a neon bracelet.

Registration closes September 1, 2026. Because catering and camping logistics depend on a headcount, the sooner you sign up the better.

Still have a question? Come ask it live.

We're hosting two open Q&A town halls before the retreat. Same link both times — drop into whichever suits you.

  • Wednesday, August 5 8:00 pm ET
  • Sunday, August 9 2:00 pm ET
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No need to register or let us know — just join.

New to Tish?

Tish is a Jewish community in Atlanta. We gather for Shabbat, Havdalah, holidays, singing, and shared meals. Learn more about us →

Watercolor of a circle of people silhouetted around a campfire at dusk, under a deepening sky.