Women’s Rewild, Replenish and Restore Mountain Weekend

Nature Connection & Yoga

Friday, September 27th - Sunday, September 29th
Green River Nature Preserve, Cedar Mountain, NC with Wendy Swanson & Kathleen McIntyre

Adventure awakens and nourishes your body, mind, and spirit like none other.  Add Nature and Yoga – and you have the formula for profound heart opening and alchemy for deep transformation.

Join us for the perfect alchemy of therapeutic nature practices, restoration, yoga, adventure, community connection and self reflection all in the beauty of over 3,400 acres of mountains, streams and forest. This is a weekend of both adventure and R&R for body, mind and soul.

  • * Rewild what has become stagnant and outdated.
  • * Replenish body and heart.
  • * Restore what has been lost or forgotten.
  • * Revitalize your energy.

Some of the Activities to look forward to:

  • Therapeutic Nature Connection on an ancient bald etched with petroglyphs
  • *  Hike and optional cold plunge in a mountain-fed waterfall
  • *  Guided cave experience and sound healing (options for all comfort levels)
  • *  Slow Flow and Restorative Yoga
  • *  Learn about medicinal and edible plants
  • *  Guided Meditations
  • *  Guided Therapeutic Nature and Somatic Practices
  • *  Evening Bonfire
  • * Lovingly prepared delish meals by an Ayurvedic chef

FAQ

  • * What skill level do I need to have?
    No skills are required – you will be gently led through this adventure. If you can hike on uneven terrain for 60 minutes, you are ready!
  • * What should I bring?
    You will receive a packing list ahead of time with everything that you will need on it.

Space is very limited – if you feel a YES – sign up! This weekend of adventure and renewal is one you won’t want to miss.

About Your Guides

Wendy Swanson: Yoga teacher – 500 hr trained, acupuncturist, retreat leader, nature lover, and travel enthusiast.

Kathleen McIntyre: Nature therapy and adventure guide, embodiment coach, forest ecologist, and educator.

The Land at Green River Preserve

When you step onto the 3,400-acre wildlife preserve, the sacredness of the land is immediately felt. Your nervous system settles, and time slows down. When resting on one of the balds, you can feel the energy of the land restoring your body. The caves, waterfalls, and pristine section for the green river awakens your senses and enlivens your senses.  Through yoga and nature connection practices, you will experience the sacredness and healing gifts of the land.

Shared Cabin with Shared Attached Bathroom: $965

You will be matched with 2-3 other women.

$200 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. The full balance is due 8/15/2024. You will be sent a payment invoice. After August 15th, 2024 the full amount is non-refundable. 

Testimonials from this same retreat over the past three years

Location: Green Nature Preserve, 301 Green River RoadCedar Mountain, NC 28718

Arrive: Friday, September 27th, between 4pm – 5pm (if you need to arrive later, please let us know)
Group Dinner: 6pm

Depart: Sunday, September 29th after lunch

As we re-engage our whole being back to nature and our intrinsic rhythms, our accommodations will further support this process. Each woman will share an open-aired cabin with a shared bathroom. You will bring your own bedding to be used on the provided cot.

Remember this is a kids summer camp, the cabins have bunk beds and no HVAC. The bathroom is connected to the cabin, so NO going outside in the middle of the night. The shower house is in a separate building. It is rustic yet surprisingly comfortable. Many of our past participants simply doubled up the mattresses for a supportive yet cushioned sleep experience.

Ayurveda Meals that nourish the body and soul

A feast for the eyes and palate, our fresh & seasonal vegetarian meals will be served Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Gluten and/or dairy sensitive options will be available. Our community meals have been a real highlight for past participants. Each meal is made from scratch with love and care by a traditional Ayurvedic chef. The food that is served is truly exceptional.

Retreat Cancellation Policy

$200 non-refundable deposit guarantees your spot (unless Kathleen & Wendy cancel the retreat). Full payment is due by August 15th and is non-refundable at that time. Prior to August 15th you may cancel for a full refund minus the $200 deposit. Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts for arriving late, leaving early, flight cancellations, travel delays or illness. No exceptions. 

If you have questions please reach out to: Kathleen@katmcintyre.com or Wendy@wendyswanson.com