Wild Rivers & Open Skies - July 19-23, 2018

Yoga, Hiking & Swimming in Central Oregon

HELLO Lovers of water, sun, and sky!

You’re invited —

Dive deeply into the best things about summer.

Give yourself the gift of time slowed,

your skin in wild water,

your face full of sunlight & the green of the rich Pacific Northwest forest.

I believe that going on retreat is essential to well-being, and my vision for all of us is for retreat to become a consistent and culturally accepted practice - whether for a day, or weekend, or longer - for sustainable and profound well-being.

We are living in a world that is very externally focused: on doing, appearances, productivity, growth. It is easy to stop breathing, to get swept away by the incessant stimulation of media, work, needs of others, and consumerism. It's like living and functioning with only half a breath. It may be possible, but it inhibits our health. It depletes our creativity and life force.

We have free will. We have a choice in how to live. We are not victims of time, we dance in it. We create it. Reclaim your relationship with time and energy. I believe that our human and the planet’s health depend on it. I believe retreat is a form of environmental and social activism. I believe prioritizing self-care, pleasure and play are characteristics of healthy adult maturity, and hold key ingredients to a sane and enduring culture.

My wish for you is to follow your heart’s calling to connect with your Self, your unique genius, and that you listen to the natural rhythm of your psyche. I invite you to separate from the routines of daily life when you need to, even if it requires some rebellion or pattern breaking, and find the sacred pulse of your own vitality.

Come on an adventure that feeds your soul.

You’re an ancient, vibrant, soulful creature.

You were born for freedom, self-expression, and wildness. You were born for genius that belongs only to you, this once.

You follow your soul’s call to the wild, to be close to stars, rocks, and feel close to your own essence, to the source.

You are aware of the rising tide in your heart and in the world, and long to anchor into truth, and know your power.

You leave behind things that weigh you down and clutter your heart.

You listen to the call, and go.

You remember.

Your legs are strong, your breath is full, you climb.

You’re grateful. You can see more clearly. So much is possible.

You celebrate.

You return, changed. More You. Shining. Empowered

Details

Stay in a spacious and comfortable house on the Makenzie River for 4 days and nights. Eat beautiful and nurturing organic meals, prepared for you with loving intention. Choose a cozy bed as your accommodation, or camp alongside the river. Sit with your tea or coffee and journal for hours. Practice yoga in the morning on a deck above the river. Come on an epic daylong hike in the Cascades along the Pacific Crest Trail. Swim in a deep blue sparkling lake.

Our days will be held in balance of both supportive structure and space for free time.

Our days will include:

Yoga practice.
Reflective journaling time with prompts and exploration of the intention or purpose for your retreat.
Time for circles, sharing and connecting with other women.
One daylong hike in the Three Sisters Wilderness.
One day trip to a lake.
Free time on the river and at the house.

Accommodations:

4 outdoor sleeping spots, shared bathroom in house: $700/person
Shared room, King bed with bathroom (great for you and your bestie): $880/person or $1250 solo
Shared room, Queen bed (great for you and your bestie): $800/person or $1000 solo
Single private room, shared bathroom in house: $900
Single private room: $900

These are all inclusive prices which include yoga classes, outdoor guiding, all meals and accommodations. You will have the option to specify vegetarian, gluten free, or vegan preference. Organic and ethically sourced meat and animal products will be prepared.

Space limited to x participants. Please call me, 415-279-3642, to register.
Feel free to call with any questions you have.