Beaver Island Retreat

06/04/2026

Nothing like a night under the stars and sharing some traditional campfire moments with others!! Hebrew National

05/24/2026

05/24/2026

They saw, they heard, they drank hot tea!

It was a wildly successful evening for the birding group at The Retreat! After a warm up with some hot tea, at about 9:15pm, two common night hawks put on a fabulous show over our common area, dancing and diving with incredible skill! What started as a duo soon became a solo performance that was captivating! Then…

Right on cue at 9:25 a whippoorwill began singing for the group. Some were able to actually catch a glimpse as it flew to a more comfortable location. Although we were hoping for a trio, all enjoyed the experience.

Two solo performances that did not disappoint! Many thanks to Cheryl Oliver Kern for setting up the experience! We’re looking forward to next year!

05/23/2026

Whippoorwills at The Retreat

Every year, Warblers on the water stops by to hear and (Perhaps) see a whippoorwill. This year is no different! We have THREE activating their vocal cords at about 9:30 every night. A sound that puts us at ease and rest. We hope you’ll join the caravan and experience something that many travel miles and miles to hear. We look forward to seeing all of you!

05/17/2026

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05/07/2026

Yay. Tony says it all.

05/07/2026

Come experience the wonder of a dark sky sanctuary. Located just south of The Retreat, you’ll experience stars and nature that so many places have lost. Here…you’ll find them again.

04/26/2026

We took abandoned lumber that was left in the woods and turned it into high quality, comfortable furniture. Sometimes, if you have a vision, and don't mind getting a little dirty, it can change everything! MyNorth & Traverse Magazine UpNorthLive Traverse City Tourism Visit Charlevoix Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau USA TODAY 10Best Friends of Beaver Island

01/01/2026

Wishing all of you a safe and Happy New Year! Can't wait to see you in 2026!