
LONGLEAF
LEARNING COLLECTIVE








Pause in the Pines
September 26-28, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed and ready to reset?
Step away from the hustle of daily life and join a supportive group of women for a weekend of peace, play, and connection. Pause in the Pines is a three-day, two-night camping retreat held on 100 acres of private forest in Creedmoor, North Carolina. It’s just a short drive north of Falls Lake and Raleigh, making it easy to get to while still feeling like a true getaway.
Choose Your Own Pace
Whether you’re seeking rest or adventure, this weekend is designed for you. Enjoy as much or as little as you like. Activities include:
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Kayaking on quiet waters
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Foraging hikes and nature walks
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Gentle yoga surrounded by trees
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Fireside poetry readings and conversations
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Creative crafts and art stations
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Disc golf, hammock lounging, and more
You can spend your time connecting with others, exploring the woods, or simply relaxing by the fire.
What’s Included
Your ticket includes:
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Two nights of camping on private forested land
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Dinner on Friday and Saturday
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Coffee and breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings
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Upgraded, private portable restrooms with handwashing stations
Stay in the Loop
This event fills quickly. Join our email list and follow along on social media to be the first to know when registration opens.
This retreat is for women and individuals who identify as female, ages 18 and older. While we offer family and couple-friendly events throughout the year, this weekend is just for adults who are ready to pause and reconnect.






Packing List:
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Tent
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Bug spray (we recommend deet or picaridin for skin and permethrin for gear)
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Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
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Sleeping bag
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Sleeping pad/pillow
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Rain gear
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Water
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Weather appropriate layers
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Hiking shoes
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Camp chair
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Yoga mat
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Sunscreen
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Food for lunches and snacks (dinner and breakfast provided)
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Hat/sunglasses
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Toiletries/medications
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Clothes that can get wet when we go to the lake!
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Reusable coffee mug
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NO camp stoves or anything with an open flame
Scholarship Opportunities
Through the generous support of our community, we are proud to have the ability to offer scholarships. If cost is a prohibitive factor in accessing the outdoors and our programs, assistance is available. Please fill out this form and do not hesitate to reach out with questions.