Savor Summer
Outdoor Yoga + Nature Retreat
September 27-29, 2024
(Program concludes on Sunday, September 29th. Departing on Monday, September 30th is optional)
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Not ready to let go of summer after labor day?
Play. Explore. Create. Connect
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Play. Explore. Create. Connect 〰️
Good news! You don’t have to!
Imagine still being able to savor the glow of summer’s beauty that ushers in fall harvest this September.
Where you get to stay with the summer’s warmth while you leave your stress and worries behind. Wander (and wonder!) in nature during the day, and cocoon yourself at night.
Reconnect with sunshine and starlight with this best kept secret: September is warm and wonderful.
It feels like an endless summer in Sonoma County. Truly!
It’s waiting for you to celebrate both the solar wheel embarking upon summer’s harvest season and the lunar cycle releasing during our time together.
Set YOUR personal intention on this special ritual retreat weekend…
Resting…
A Forest of Delightful Dream Time
Dream it
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Dream it 〰️
What if… yoga, meditation, journaling, reading and just doing less was good medicine?
Well it IS! And it’s all here waiting for you. Resting in a field of your dream time in reality!
This is your time to relax both your body and mind. Reconnect with yourself, nature, and like-minded individuals. Soften into spaciousness.
Turn your phone off (there’s no reliable cell phone reception anyway!), find your personal healing zone, learn to move from your inner compass, and perhaps uncover another way to move or meditate that is best for you now.
This space is held to be both a releasing of energy practice and an oasis of self inquiry for deeply knowing yourself.
You get to enjoy fresh air and living landscapes. Oak trees and redwoods. Red tailed hawks and singing frogs.
Be surrounded in beautiful Sonoma County at our sanctuary space inside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park located in the Valley of the Moon, Kenwood, California.
You get to choose how you want to self-explore, connect, grow and how much to bathe in just being immersed in nature day and night, night and day.
Freedom means you get to experience personal independence while also weaving back into knowing you are part of nature’s interdependence.
You belong in the web of life and the fabric that connects your spirit to your body, breath and beyond.
Allowing yourself a weekend of true receptivity invites the remembering of the ways that personal freedom and collective connection are inseparable.
You will leave with something to gain (which may be more space from release!), and possibly a new friend or two.
feel better in nature.
Relax
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Relax 〰️
Exhale.
This Savoring Summer Yoga Retreat is where you can maximize your health care (self care) results and reduce the time it takes to get grounded, be calm and catch your breath ~ because nature is doing all the heavy lifting for you!
When you show up for your soul Self, you are reconnected. It’s an instant reset button to bust stress and the feelings of separateness that live in the mind. When you’re in nature, there’s an innate recognition that boosts the immune system functions of your body’s natural rhythm.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Reveal the beauty inside yourself. Effortlessly.
All the elements are here. Waiting for you to encourage them to align within yourself.
Michele says:
“The 2022 yoga retreat was the first step on a whole new path for me.
The stunning beauty of Sugarloaf and its friendly staff & volunteers, combined with Susan’s gentle yoga & meditation practices was amazing.
It was great to step away from regular life and focus on self-acceptance and peace. Nature, hiking, group activities, and alone time.
Delicious, nourishing, and organic meals.
New friendships.
Such a great time was had by all and I am so excited to attend the next one!”
This highly immersive experience will have depth and meaning around honoring the natural rhythm of the season as well as lunar cycle…including some delightful surprises along the way!
We’ll start with creating a circle to center and co-create our experience with active listening and authentic connection to Earth’s beauty.
From this Earthy start, we’ll spiral our way up to honoring the space element with the stars ✨ where you get to be with the magical night sky.
Weaving together all the elements in between our delicious (local and organic) nutritious meals together. You won’t want to miss this journey!
For those who want a bird’s eye view of our schedule, check it out:
Schedule
FRIDAY
12-7 PM Check-in
1:30 PM Lunch
4:30 PM Gathering Ceremony + Movement
7:00 PM Dinner
8:30 Fireside Meditation
SATURDAY
7:30 AM Morning Meditation
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Yoga Hike**
1 PM Lunch
1:00 -4:00 PM Free Time
6 PM Dinner
7:30 PM Sunset Walk *
9 PM Star Party*
SUNDAY
7:00 AM Morning Meditation
8:30 Breakfast
9:00 Yoga Hike**
1 PM Lunch
2:00 PM on Free Time
*Weather permitting, subject to onsite Observatory’s astronomy program
**Depending on weather conditions, we may enjoy yoga on the mat following meditation and then hike after we eat breakfast
Sample Itinerary ~ Final itinerary will be emailed to registered participants along with catering menu once registration closes or retreat is sold out.
What C’Aubree has to say about her experience at the Yoga Retreat
What do you receive from being in nature?
What Katrin has to say about her experience at the Yoga Retreat
Sleep under the stars
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Warm campfire
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Hot showers
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Sleep under the stars 〰️ Warm campfire 〰️ Hot showers 〰️
What's NOT included:
Additional food/tea/coffee outside the retreat schedule.
Quarters to operate hot showers available in the campground. (Change may be available at the visitor center, or bring a roll of quarters with you).
Transportation to/from Sugarloaf Ridge State Park (57 miles from San Francisco, 12 miles from Santa Rosa, 13 miles from Sonoma) ~ Pro tip: STS airport in Santa Rosa is a gem if you’re flying from SoCal or nearby states
Personalize your camping style with 3 options:
BYO. You bring your own tent and set it up.
Glamping. You just show up with your duffel bag of comfy clothes and toiletries. Limited availability. Book early.
Tent rental and set up. Only available on tents rented through the park. Set up is included for this option. (You still need to bring what you want to put inside the tent, including what you’ll sleep on :)
What's included
All 7 meals, camping, and 5 yoga/meditation events!
Specifically:
2 nights camping (in your own tent) + 3rd night optional
Local, organic and GF meals (Vegan & allergy friendly options upon request) from Friday lunch through Sunday lunch.
Morning Meditations
Community Campfire
Yoga Hike Saturday
Yoga Hike Sunday
Sunset Yoga Walk and/or Star Party*
*Star Party is in partnership with the observatory on site. Admission is included, weather and County COVID regulations permitting.
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creative 〰️ nourishing 〰️ delicious 〰️
Be with the pace of nature. Be with the forest and the warmth of the campfire.
Daydream a little (or a lot).
Settle into your heart ❤️
Open the lens for imagination and creativity to come forward.
Being with nature is an open invitation for insight and meaningful connections.
With yourself, with new friends, and with our community as a whole.
In this circle of life, we celebrate both Summer and Lunar release and gather around Earth’s harvest rituals. Together.
When did you last take a moment to thank yourself for investing in yourself and your health?
This retreat provides just what you need.
True love ❤️ starts with you. Reconnect with the freedom that only you can give yourself.
You can look forward to sharing this deeper connection into the realms of nature, and then expand outward with an open hearted ♥️ community to celebrate the gifts we can share with the world.
Experience the love ❤️ and appreciation in celebrating both the turning of the solar ☀️ wheel (tipping from summer into the first signs of harvest season!), as well as the moon letting go 🌙 , from this Earthy 🥾 experience.
Welcome to the Savoring Summer Yoga Retreat.
An unforgettable weekend celebration discovering the art of breath and the healing of yoga in the transformative power of nature 🌳 🌲 🏕 .
Where doing less, slowing down, and being are your ticket to freedom.
Only you can give yourself permission to rest. In nature. Discover your untapped potential.
Play. Explore. Create. Connect.
With love ❤️ of seeing you shine ✨,
Cancellation policy
Please note that this is a small group boutique offering in partnership with Sugarloaf Park and reservations require a deposit of 100% of the total price. The deposit is non-refundable if the booking is cancelled, however, it can be transferred/gifted up to 7 days of start date. Proof of confirmation notice received from the park that the ticket has been transferred/gifted required.
Need to cancel your trip due to COVID-19? Contact the park for a case by case basis and/or special considerations.