Location ~ This year's retreat will again be held on the rolling, 323 acre, tree-lined campus of Shepherd University in historic Shepherdstown, situated in northeastern West Virginia on the banks of the Potomac River. For those with Web access, www.shepherd.edu is the place to start for all sorts of facts, maps, and other information about the university and surrounding areas.

Check-in ~ Friday from 4-6:30 p.m. and after the evening (7-9 p.m.) program. The retreat concludes Sunday at noon.

Lodging ~ All rooms are air-conditioned, dormitory-style, 2 long-twin beds to a room and a shared hall bath. The residence hall has 3 floors and no elevator. So, if (because of health related issues) you desire a first floor room (which are extremely limited), you must register early! The university provides linens and towels. However, you must bring your own pillows and blankets. For those who might consider residence hall living a bit too "rustic", close-by commercial lodging is available. The university Web site has links to several facilities.

Meals ~ A sandwich buffet will be available to all during Friday check-in. There will be 3 meals served on Saturday (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and breakfast only on Sunday. Optional Sunday lunch will be available for an additional charge of $8 payable with registration.

Cost (per person) • A.R.E. members deduct $10 per member
• Program, meals & lodging: 2/room $193 ~ 1/room $214
• Program & meals only (no lodging): $137
• Program only (includes buffet, snacks and breaks): $113.

After registration form and payment are received, you will be sent a confirmation letter that includes additional details and helpful tips regarding the weekend retreat and a Shepherd University brochure (if you requested one).

For more information, contact: Peter (pmorris@shepherd.edu) (304-876-2240); Lynn (phdlynn@mac.com) (301-972-6137); or Sherri (kitnkats@bcpl.net) (410-242-3831).