OUR STAFF
Our goal is to provide you and your group with a great mountain retreat experience.
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MEET THE TEAM
Our staff members are well-educated, well-trained and share a passion for sharing the Pali Retreat experience. Pali Retreat staff come from all over the world, bringing high energy and a strong commitment to providing the very best experience.
David Goldschmidt
Sales and Events Director
David brings substantial hospitality and events experience from the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board, GES Events and the Ontario Convention Center.
Parker Rechsteiner
Assistant Director, Event Services
Parker brings an extensive outdoor education background and love of nature to the group. He’s been part of Pali Retreat since 2017.
Linda Conyers
Food and Beverage Director
Linda has more than 20 years of food and beverage experience with large and small groups.
Matt Diantoni
Sales Manager
Matt's enthusiasm for outstanding customer service developed through years of intense listening and assistance with one of the world's largest communication companies.
Carlos Melchor
Sales Manager
Our school and fraternal group specialist, Carlos brings extensive experience and planning assistance to the needs of our high school and college-age guests.
Nicholas Rynard
Sr. Event Services Coordinator
An accomplished food and beverage professional as well as outdoor education specialist, Nicholas has been part of the Pali team since 2017.
Luke D'Ambrosi
Event Services Coordinator
We recently stole Luke from our sister company, Pali Institute and thrilled to now have him on our team.
Steve Valentine
Sales Manager
Valentine's destination marketing experience includes Santa Monica, West Hollywood,and Lake Arrowhead. Event expertise is anchored in hospitality, weddings, red carpet, entertainment and non profits.
Rene Avila
2020-01-21T06:17:16+0000
wonderful experience and will never forget it!!!
Hannah Her
2020-01-20T16:42:52+0000
The ziplining is very organized and fun! Every worker I encountered was so friendly & it seems like they really enjoy doing what they do. The sights here are beautiful!! & this is a great place for a nature getaway. 🏔🌲read more
Ashley Hawkins
2020-01-04T16:38:14+0000
Such a beautiful sight. Enjoyed the kindness of the staff and how they maintain and keep the cabins up to par. The activities were so much fun. Archery, zip line and tomahawk throwing. My favorite was how they provided sleds for us to have fun. I will definitely bring my daughter back up here.read more
Jamie Vong
2019-12-15T16:54:47+0000
Great place to come with family! They are organized and the activities are so fun! Highly recommend
Jane Ngu
2019-12-15T16:52:38+0000
What a FUN experience! We had a cancellation for thanksgiving due to hazardous roads. They were very accommodating to reschedule and provided a discount on our next visit. We had six families and all the families enjoyed their time time here. Especially the activities they were memorable and all the kids enjoyed their stay. Will definitely recommend this camp/retreat to my friends. Looking to come back for the summer !read more
Tommy Mach
2019-12-15T16:52:31+0000
We came with 6 families and we ALL enjoyed it! Such a great family retreat
LiAnn Wong
2019-12-15T16:50:38+0000
Came to Pali retreat with family and friends. The cabins are cozy and quaint. The activities are fun and the meals are fantastic, especially when we don’t have to cook. Awesome staff. Everyone enjoyed themselves.read more
Thania Lopez
2019-12-15T16:46:01+0000
Great experience! Definitely recommend 👌🏻
Salina Rahim
2019-12-15T16:30:18+0000
Came to Pali Retreat for the weekend and enjoyed the incredible customer service especially by Luke D’Ambrosi & the other staff. The food, retreats, rooms, and views of the mountains were Awesome.read more
Joram Villaseñor
2019-11-25T16:17:36+0000
Awesome experience! The food was bomb!
I would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking for a great adventure at a retreat.read more
Gina Marino
2019-11-25T16:17:06+0000
This is my first time here. I have really enjoyed the staff (specifically Niko and Luke) who have helped us for the pasted few days. They have been so flexible with a few schedule changes and easy to contact if needed.
100% recommend the food here including dietary restrictions. I am vegetarian and they did not disappoint! Shout out to the dessert team!
The activities we participated in were archery, hiking, zip lining, smores, karaoke and team building. We got lucky it snowed right before we got here so UG was beautiful (cold but...).
Thank you Pali for a great weekend—looking forward to next year!read more
Jessie Wang
2019-11-25T16:14:21+0000
Nice facilities and amazing food! Love the events too! Zip-lining was really fun and archery/tomahawk was cool!
Mihika Mehra
2019-11-25T16:14:19+0000
Super fun! The campground is beautiful and the food is amazing. The staff are so friendly and helpful!
Juan Y Edith Arreola
2019-11-24T16:41:10+0000
Absolutely! Pali offered us the perfect environment in which we could share with our youth the importance of our faith in God in an very beautiful abd safe environment.read more
Andrea Gonzalez Echeverria
2019-11-17T16:47:29+0000
Loved it our youth had a great time. I’m sure we are going to be back next year.
Phillip Limon
2019-11-17T16:35:18+0000
We had a great time on the zip line, archery range and can’t wait to return.
Araceli Cruz
2019-11-03T16:41:19+0000
Everything was great. Very beautiful place
Ephraim Harris
2019-10-27T15:46:34+0000
i had a nice time here. the activities were nice although the group i was with paid full price for the activities and they didnt left off an hour of our activities. the food was also good and you were able to receice 2ndsread more
Cara Lynn Finch
2019-10-27T15:40:48+0000
Great location! Staff is very friendly! This is my 2nd trip with a leadership group, and I would definitely recommend! The views are spectacular! Love that there are showers in the cabins too:)read more
Rob Janell Cox
2019-10-27T15:33:07+0000
Great place for our leadership retreat with beautiful views.
Karmen Pantoja
2019-10-27T15:32:01+0000
Very accommodating staff! From the beginning of working with them they have worked very attentively and gone above and beyond. Lots of opportunities to do different things indoors or outdoors. If you’re looking for some time away from everything with you’re group this is a good place!read more
Debbie Santos Rausa
2019-10-27T15:31:39+0000
Cabins are very clean, staff really nice and beautiful location.
Letecia Furgerson
2019-10-27T15:30:04+0000
I had a great experience at Pali retreat. the team building exercises were challenging and forced most ppl to work with each other. I was disappointed that they cut the team building excercises that we paid full price for short by an hour.read more
Michelle Morris
2019-10-27T15:29:44+0000
Nice cabins, all bathrooms are clean, and food is good. Friendly staff.
Monica Ponce Tyler
2019-10-27T15:29:30+0000
People are amazing here. It’s clean and relaxing!! Totally recommend this place!!
Nicole Rae
2019-10-20T15:42:04+0000
They were great about accommodating food allergies! Thank you so much!
Adrianna Robles
2019-10-20T15:26:38+0000
Very good experience, a lot of fun activities, a lot of open space to roam, great food and there were enough restrooms and showers for the amount of people there were.read more
Krysten Cox
2019-10-20T15:20:15+0000
Pali Retreat has such a welcoming staff, and the campus itself is beautiful. Clean, and easy to navigate, I can’t wait to come back for my next school retreat.read more
Deborah Stewart
2019-10-12T01:53:11+0000
this place is cool 😎👍👍 my first time here
Santana Castrejon Esperanza
2019-09-28T23:32:34+0000
excelente servicio, muy hermoso todo
Jesse Nava
2019-09-15T15:44:14+0000
This was my first experience at Pali Retreat and I really enjoyed it here. The cabins are nice, zip lining is awesome, had a great time doing archery, and the staff is very nice.read more
Maria Dorantes
2019-09-15T15:27:58+0000
Pali is great!!! All staff are very friendly and make sure your experience is as best as possible.
RickyandAhrrianna Rivas
2019-09-15T15:26:00+0000
I have a great experience. Great food great staff. Zip lining was so much fun and so was the archery.
Kevin Garcia
2019-09-01T15:38:55+0000
the food and experience was good they tend to change the everyday meals and the activities were thrilling
Patricia Quintana
2019-09-01T15:38:37+0000
I loved the obstacle Course. I enjoyed the peaceful environment. I had the opportunity to network and connect with students from bit only my retreat group but also other school. The food served during the day was on time and very good. Overall as this being my first experience on a mountain ever this retreat was one of the best experiences/adventure I have ever had. I leave with good memories, new found friends and a happy feeling knowing I was able to connect more with my peers.read more
Aramis Rosa
2019-08-25T15:59:42+0000
It was fun to be here and it made us feel welcomed.
Justin Kim
2019-08-25T15:55:36+0000
the place is clean and have fun activities like basketball courts, zip lining and a fire pit.
Josephine Morris
2019-08-22T15:38:05+0000
We had a fantastic team retreat at Pali! Their kitchen team created amazing vegan food for us at every meal. The entertainment staff was so friendly and helpful leading us on hikes and zip lines adventures. They also had great meeting spaces for us to use throughout the property. I would highly recommend Pali!read more
Tiey Ellis
2019-06-03T04:00:37+0000
Great place, very clean and the staff was amazing. Can't wait to do it all again next year
Mary Price Boyd
2019-05-26T15:22:45+0000
Great time at Pali! Nyko provides us a great hike experience. I can not wait to come back.
Sonja Huff
2019-05-20T14:45:35+0000
Go Tell it on the Mountain. I had such an Holy experience that is still with me. I went up to the mountain with an agenda,and I gain much more.read more
Victor Hernandez
2019-05-07T22:30:20+0000
Great place to host reunions.
Patricia Tait
2019-04-30T16:12:02+0000
Beautiful setting. Nice amenities. Great staff.
Nor Aini Kamis
2019-04-14T15:53:14+0000
This is my second times here. The best place to spent your time with friends and family. Staffs are friendly and the food was super awesome.read more
Jesus Arias
2019-04-14T15:30:49+0000
The staff was super friendly! the food was pretty good and the wifi coverage was lengthy. I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone who wishes to having an exciting yet relaxing time in nature.read more
Yuritzi Calderon
2019-04-14T15:23:22+0000
Great people great rooms a great place to relax and get out of your busy scedual !!
Lori Delgado
2019-03-17T15:30:34+0000
The hospitality was exceptional. After 10+ years visiting camps this was such a smooth visit. Restrooms were clean and food service masterfully handled our large user group.read more
Adam James LaBrie
2019-03-17T15:28:48+0000
I’ve been to a hundred camps and honestly this one is the best.
Chris Miller
2019-03-17T15:27:54+0000
Amazing biscuits and gravy! Better than some of the other campgrounds I’ve been to, especially in regards to the food!!!read more
Chris Vital Lmsc
2019-03-10T15:26:19+0000
Great place to take your group! Very Professional and hospitable.
Steven James
2019-03-03T16:49:28+0000
Friendly and flexible staff makes this retreat center a must visit.
Gregory Perea
2019-03-03T16:36:11+0000
Great food. Fun staff. Archery and axe throwing was great! Cabins were clean. Awesome place!
Precious Yan
2019-02-24T16:49:08+0000
The time that my group came was very beautiful. The weather was sunny and cold with powdery snow on the ground. The rope course was by far my favourite with the leap of faith being my number one. I would definitely recommend this place for any group for bonding activities and overall fun with each other!read more
Marina Delgado
2019-02-24T16:34:31+0000
The food is good, the staff is very nice, and theres a lot to do here to have fun. I totally recommend this place.
Rida Qureshi
2019-02-17T17:17:03+0000
Love this place. I love nature and the cabins. Ryan puts too much ketchup on his eggs.
Gracelyn Caceros
2019-02-10T16:33:59+0000
It was really fun. Lots of space for activities with the prettiest background. Nature is awesome! The food was also so good!read more
Carly Mitchell
2019-02-10T16:27:04+0000
Pali Retreat was a great experience with my youth group! I would highly recommend it to anyone that asked! It has so many different activities that are fun for everyone!read more
Devon Soliz
2019-02-03T16:43:17+0000
Pali review is a great place to go for vacation it is full of fun and such an amazing environment.
Mengshu Zhang
2019-02-03T16:30:59+0000
the staff was friendly, the facilities were well maintained,and the food was decent. overall a good experience despite the unfortunate weathee.!read more
Brenda Flores
2019-01-20T16:30:20+0000
Thank you Pali for the awesome time this weekend! The camp is fantastic - so many things available to do. Food was great - and plenty of it. The staff is amazing - friendly and helpful.read more
Jordan Brungardt
2019-01-20T16:14:21+0000
Such an amazing experience this weekend!! Such great hosts for our Spiritual Life Retreat. I was able to learn so much more about the world vision I posses as a Christian!read more
Hannah Wilson
2019-01-13T16:38:42+0000
We had such a great time at this location, the staff was very accommodating towards our stay and we enjoyed it very much.read more
Zachary Lin
2019-01-13T16:20:55+0000
It was really fun and cool
Jae Shin
2019-01-13T16:20:42+0000
The Pali retreat was really cool.
Leah McGeisey
2019-01-06T18:52:20+0000
we had awesome time everything was great! from the facility, cabins, food and staff. this was our second time here would come back again and again!read more
Chikilla Bonita
2019-01-04T05:08:19+0000
A perfect location to get away from the city! Amazing views, staff, cabins, and activities! Looking forward to future retreats al Pali Retreat! By the way, those cheesecakes at the dining hall were soooo good!!! �read more
Cara Boyer
2018-12-25T13:40:18+0000
We came with all of our kids (6 ages 3 to 23) and an aunt and cousin for the last session of winter family camp. We had a great time. Fun activities, amazing staff, very nice very clean accommodations and fantastic food. A Christmas we won't soon forget!read more
Palmira Rivera
2018-12-16T16:52:23+0000
Beautiful place, recommended 100%, great food, very clean. Awesome staff attending. Unforgettable weekend. God bless all of you❤️read more
Joseph Orton
2018-12-16T16:46:13+0000
it was really fun the entire time. photos were taken in guided hike
Angelica Garcia
2018-12-16T16:46:06+0000
I had the best time here! The food and people are amazing!!
Lambs Jones
2018-12-16T16:42:56+0000
Good for campers, backpackers and social gatherings.
Adelina Eftenoiu
2018-12-16T16:42:46+0000
Awesome location!! The kitchen staff is also amazing!! Went here with our personal development group and had a wonderful experience!!! Will be back😍read more
Ginny Bartlett
2018-12-16T16:38:14+0000
The new housing is FANTASTIC. The staff is wonderful and very accommadating. We had a fantastic experience with a fire pit and smores as well!
Thank you to Nikko, Carlos, Parker and everyone who made this experience so WONDERFUL!read more
Chris Gutman
2018-12-09T16:36:03+0000
Pali Retreat is an amazing facility located in the beautiful woods of Running Springs. The staff is top notch, always wearing a smile, and giving 100% to create an amazing experience for your group. The facilities are modern with full amenities, and the food is Amazing!! Whether you’re with a school, church, work retreat, youth group, or any organization getaway, Pali Retreat is the place to be!read more
Terresa Amidei
2018-12-02T16:22:42+0000
Excellent space and staff!!
Daniel White
2018-12-02T16:22:29+0000
Great experience, good food, and warm rooms! The view was amazing.
Vicky Garcia Ruiz
2018-11-18T19:46:25+0000
its a. beautiful place to go camping with ur family ...
Iliana Martinez Banuelos
2018-11-18T16:42:33+0000
Great weekend with new adventures and beautiful views. Friendly and knowledgeable staff!
Sepehr Lotfi
2018-11-18T16:38:48+0000
Pali Retreat has the best camp ground based on the qualities of fun, empowerment, and great weather. The workers-chefs-are always on top of their game to ensure visitors and members enjoy thier time. Kudos to Mr. Ryan for his gratitude in keeping the atmosphere of the Dinning Hall.read more
Launa Buchanan Bogartz
2018-11-18T16:38:47+0000
Amazing! Spectacular! Rejuvenating! Can’t wait to go back! You should come!
Daisy Herrera
2018-11-18T16:28:53+0000
My experience with at the Pali retreat was awesome!!! I would totally recommend the Pali retreat to anyone you get to experience so many things 🧘🏽♀️ it is a very good place to get together with people and to have quality time and that true beautiful bonding !!!! 💗i would totally come back!!!read more
Ramon Carrillo
2018-11-18T16:28:03+0000
I love this please is the best
Nate Harvey
2018-10-28T15:54:06+0000
Yes had a great time and Jay and Mojo are so cool
Joycelyn Eddie
2018-10-28T15:53:23+0000
The food was way better than the last two times I’ve been here. I had a great time exploring leadership qualities my peers and I have in common and learning how to better work with the new leader in my group. I had an amazing time with the besties Jay and Mojo, THE REAL MVPs. I can’t wait to come back next year.read more
Sparkle Dussette
2018-10-28T15:53:07+0000
My highlight was the leap of faith. That was a thrill.
Jenny Mischelle Garcia
2018-10-28T15:52:51+0000
Great place to get away. Friendly staff with amazing food. Highly recommend
Erika Lincourt
2018-10-28T15:48:24+0000
Beautiful scenery
Delicious food
Quietness away from business of city!
I do strongly recommend!
Betzey Quintanilla
2018-10-28T15:46:26+0000
Great place! Friendly staff! Delicious food!
Ione Smith
2018-10-28T15:44:54+0000
The staff are really friendly and the rooms are clean & comfortable.. the activities are the best! Yes, I'd most definitely return! -Tuimani ( SBVC)read more
Shanta Skipper
2018-10-28T15:38:36+0000
This has been an amazing experience. It has advanced my leadership skills and further developed my team working skills. I would definitely recommend this retreat to others. 😊read more
Judith Leiva
2018-10-28T15:32:20+0000
This place is so awesome! This is my second year coming here for my Women's Retreat. I love the tranquility this place has. The views are breath taking and the rooms are amazing. Had the opportunity to stay in one of their newer cabins. Comfortable and very clean. Food is great and staff is very super friendly. Hope to come back soon!read more
Beth Brenton
2018-10-28T15:27:50+0000
We had wonderful retreat for the 3rd year in a row! The staff is friendly and helpful, the food was great and the accommodation were perfect.read more
Shaun M Wilhelm
2018-10-15T16:26:29+0000
What an amazing weekend at an AMAZING facility! If you ever get the chance to go to Pali Retreat you should jump at the chance!read more
Jon Patrick Nunez
2018-09-17T15:48:32+0000
Beautiful property to have a company retreat.
Lisa Sydes
2018-05-21T19:34:22+0000
Michelle Wallner-Marcy
2017-11-06T21:49:57+0000
Mari Mercado
2017-11-06T00:31:53+0000
Maria Maritza Rodriguez
2017-08-21T17:48:16+0000
Dennise Mdo
2017-05-22T02:09:17+0000
Johana Cabrera
2017-05-21T21:15:26+0000
Idolina Rosas
2017-05-21T06:16:46+0000
Very nice and organized, good food and lots of space and parking.
Vickie McGee
2017-04-10T01:37:22+0000
This place is awesome! They have three different rope courses. I only got to do one course as part of the women's retreat for cancer survivors. Definitely want to go back to do the other two courses. Great variety of food including a salad bar. The staff is unbelievably friendly, courteous and helpful.read more
Michael Hoffman
2017-03-12T18:40:13+0000
Great location, lots of amenities, great staff, and great food. If only traffic on the 210 wasnt always so jammed. But everything you could want in a retreatread more
Lorinda Hawkins Smith
2016-10-24T18:19:57+0000
Erika Rodriguez
2016-10-23T18:47:16+0000
Excellent facilities and service, variety of activities
Shantrice B.
2016-10-12T14:08:47+0000
The best mountain retreat by far. Beautiful grounds, VERY nice and helpful staff and the food was delicious! It's far enough but not too far away from the city. The perfect little getaway!read more
Ale Jandra
2016-10-11T14:58:54+0000
Great large clean rooms to bunk in. Great location and facilities. However, the food left everyone going home bloated. Would like to come back though.read more
Denise Cadet
2016-10-09T03:53:35+0000
Warren Garvey Jr.
2016-10-08T21:55:49+0000
Love this place away from the big city! The zip line is longer, higher, faster than the one in Forest Falls...being there just over 3 years ago! Food service is also excellent & satisfying! You're even allowed second servings! Great, friendly & helpful staff!read more
Dennis Whittington
2016-06-28T14:52:42+0000
Roda Milanes Garcia
2016-06-13T04:47:58+0000
Bt Yarin
2015-12-06T08:53:55+0000
Karen D Hall-Johnson
2015-11-24T04:03:38+0000
Zenaida Bunuan Delos Santos
2015-10-13T20:30:43+0000
Chris Mobley Patton
2015-09-28T06:47:47+0000
Sarah Rose Gonzalez
2015-09-26T03:28:25+0000
Jacqueline Renee Hall
2015-09-18T05:27:19+0000
Beautiful place. The campgrounds are getting better and better every year.
Dennis Loya
2015-09-17T13:38:42+0000
The manager Brad is awesome. This is a guy every business should have manage. The staff is respectful, and very courteous to everyone.read more
Yasmine Johnson
2015-06-09T04:17:28+0000
Vickey Ehoff England
2015-06-08T01:46:01+0000
Great facilities, awesome staff, beautiful environment!!!!!
Aimee Williams
2014-06-18T16:24:43+0000
Cecile Pusag Guerra
2014-06-11T05:50:19+0000
Gina Lambert Chapa
2014-06-09T03:12:50+0000
Kristen Ehret
2014-06-06T06:37:40+0000
Fernando Acosta Luviano
2014-06-01T04:04:18+0000
Isaac Cortez
2014-04-24T14:58:23+0000
Karlee Guerrero
2014-04-23T03:41:12+0000
Virginia De Jesus
2014-04-18T23:57:16+0000
Andrew Grant
2014-04-11T01:12:10+0000
Michelle Bensen Wilson
2013-12-22T20:27:40+0000
James N. Goodlow II
2013-11-18T22:03:22+0000
Franklin Cheng
2013-10-25T03:14:55+0000
Liechar Larmil
2013-10-13T23:26:35+0000
Valerie Maez
2013-09-30T17:04:22+0000
Tracy M Perez
2013-09-28T15:34:55+0000
Taylor Workman
2013-09-11T22:18:36+0000
Tiffany Mae
02:32 10 Jun 19
Experience of a life time
Staff are amazing, make you feel like family. Everyone is so happy and helpful. A lot of the helpers are from Australia... other countries. it's so cool to hear from them and how much they enjoy it. Awesome team building opportunities... it's a must do.. all age friendly as well. Something for everyoneread more
Johnny Phu
18:44 31 Mar 19
Had a wonderful wholesome experience with Pali Retreat. From booking to the actual stay, everything from start to finish was a 5 star experience. Carlos, our booking manager, was very patient and accommodating. Emails were replied to in a timely fashion and he was always a quick phone call away. In terms of our stay, the retreat grounds is truly beautiful. The staff were very friendly. And the food was by far the best cafeteria style food I have had so far. EVERYONE enjoyed the food. Highly recommend booking Pali Retreat for your next team building event.read more
Nellie Bravo
15:33 10 Mar 19
Our high school has been doing our annual senior retreat here for years. Before attending it myself, I never heard any complaints from any of the previous students. As a current student, I really enjoyed everything about the service and hospitality. Everyone was friendly, the food was great, and the cabins were super warm and roomy. The trip for us as students was really meaningful and emotional and I don’t think it could of been like that without the kindness of the people here.read more
United Naval Command
16:41 03 Mar 19
Awesome place to bring your friends or family. We went up here with about 12 guys and did awesome stuff like axe throwing, archery, and the food was great! Cabins were nice and toasty and no issues with 6 or 8 footed visitors.read more
Ryan Berardelli
16:44 20 Jan 19
Pretty decent camp overall! The food was a solid 7/10 for camp food, and the facilities were nice. There were a lot of options for things to do but due to our particular program, we weren't able to do most of them. We played some fun games outside. One star off because the cabins were super hot.read more
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