Interested in Bringing a Group to The Wilson House for a Retreat or Seminar?
To request a date for your event, please read our guidelines carefully and complete this proposal form.
Seminars & Retreats
Find Serenity and Nurture Your Recovery at the Birthplace of Bill W.
The Wilson House offers a variety of seminars and retreats designed to enhance your spiritual journey and personal growth. These immersive experiences in East Dorset, Vermont provide a unique opportunity to connect with others, explore new practices, and deepen your commitment to a sober life. Join us for a community gathering that nourishes both the mind and spirit.
Please note: There is a $25 facility fee per person for all retreats and seminars. Lodging are separate. There are 14 guest rooms at The Wilson House (price ranges from $95-$250/night) and many other accommodations in the area. Retreat & seminar fees vary depending on meals offered, presenter fees, etc., and are only refundable until 14 days prior to the program. All refunds are subject to a $25.00 cancellation fee.
Questions? Contact our retreat and reservation manager Merryl at merryl@wlisonhouse.org.
Finding Your Higher Power: A Step 11 Retreat
Date: February 28 - March 2, 2025
Wherever you are on your journey, we invite you to spend the weekend connecting with your Higher Power, the God of your understanding. Through meditation, music, nature, and journaling you will connect or reconnect with your HP.
Healing to Harmony Workshop: Unlocking the Power of Connection
Date: July 24-27, 2025
A 3-day, transformative workshop in which you will learn how to apply the amazing Twelve Traditions to delve deep into the principles of communication and connection. This isn’t just about fixing problems; it’s about learning new techniques that foster successful interactions with everyone you meet.
12 Steps from a Buddhist Perspective
Date: March 28-30, 2025
A weekend retreat that looks at the Steps, Traditions, Slogans, and Concepts in the light of Buddhist teachings, like the 4 Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the Five Precepts, among other things. The similarities between this 2500-year-old tradition and our 90-year-old tradition are quite profound.
