Retreats
The Cascabel Hermitage Association provides a Sonoran desert wildlands habitat for solitary retreats. It is for the use of those who may or may not align themselves with any faith, for artists, writers or contemplatives of any persuasion, who seek solitude and a more intimate experience of the Sonoran desert.
The Cascabel Hermitage Association site is in a remote area of southeastern Arizona, about 25 miles north of Benson. It occupies 440 acres in the uplands of a major watershed of the San Pedro River. Its proximity to Chihuahuan desert grasslands as well as to the basin and range "sky islands" result in a great diversity of plant and animal life.
In order to maintain the integrity of the wildland area, facilities are intentionally simple. Hermitages range from a straw bale cottage to ramadas shading wood and canvas shelters.
For more information on the facilities, logistics and setting as well as photos, see the Introduction to Sojourners page.
The Cascabel Hermitage Association is a non-profit organization funded entirely through donations. There is no charge for use of the facilities.
Two weeks advance notice is required for retreats. Persons interested in a retreat or more information should contact us.