Retreat Overview

Join us for Breathtaking Scenery and World Class Skiing in Big Sky Country- Whitefish, Montana

Heritage Retreats’ Ski Retreat will offer engaging and inspiring Torah classes, discussions and workshops each morning before the lifts open and each evening after dinner. 

We will also go Snow Shoeing in Glacier National Park.

On Shabbat-Friday Sunset through Saturday Night we will join together for an epic Shabbat.

Explore the  quaint Ski Village of Whitefish, Montana

Spectacular accommodations on the Heritage Ranch.

Delicious kosher meals prepared by our very own chef throughout the week.

There is no requirement to ski.

The cost of Heritage Montana Ski Trip:

Cost for students is $249 plus airfare and $50 transportation fee

Cost for Young Professionals is $299 plus airfare  and  $50 transportation fee.

Heritage Retreats is paying for lift tickets. Participants will be responsible to obtain their equipment at their own expense.

Scholarships for the program and airfare are available from Olami.

For over 25 years, Heritage Retreats has offered compelling explorations of Judaism. Our program is designed for the best and brightest university students, providing an introduction to Judaism that matches the intellectual rigor of a college-level course.

Each day includes six hours of structured instruction:

  • Morning Sessions: 3–4 hours of in-depth study, creating a shared intellectual experience that strengthens bonds among participants.
  • Afternoons: Dedicated to outdoor activities, fostering teamwork, connection, and a sense of community in a relaxed and engaging environment.
  • Early Evening Sessions: 2–3 hours of continued learning, encouraging group discussions and collaborative exploration to deepen both knowledge and relationships.

Heritage Retreats is dedicated to offering a comprehensive Jewish education tailored for college students who are new to the study of Torah. Each one-week seminar is thoughtfully designed to introduce participants to foundational texts, historical context, and the rich tapestry of Jewish thought and practice.

Sample Topics

  • Learning to Learn: Talmud
  • Curriculum: Biblical Exegesis – Exploring Torah Narratives and Jewish World Vision
  • Jewish Prayer and Liturgy
  • Modern Humanity and Free Will – A Jewish Perspective
  • Jewish Thinkers and Their Contribution to Western Civilization
  • The Sabbath, a Day of Rest– Torah Sources and Philosophical Understanding
  • Understanding Kashrut
  • Anti Semitism- The History and Contemporary Manifestations

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What To Expect

Activities

  • Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Ice Skating
  • Ice Fishing
  • Indoor Climbing
  • Bowling

Sessions

  • Learning to learn: Talmud
  • Jewish Insights into Practical Living
  • One on one: study the topic of your choice with a member of our staff
  • Mensch Making Jewish Ethics
  • War, Peace, or Synergy: A Dialogue with Modernity- Torah and the 21st Century

Whitefish, Montana

January 7th – 14th, 2024

GALLERY

  • Heritage Retreats allowed me to take in the fresh air, hike, and enable meaningful conversations in a fun setting with some awesome guys.
  • Heritage Retreats is a phenomenal program filled with inspiring people, both students and teachers alike
  • I will always be thankful to Heritage Retreats for introducing me to their wonderful family of Jewish adventurers.

Discover Yourself

January 7 - 14, 2024