Notching down the pace and changing up the scenery can work wonders for a personal reset, or to mark a special day or occasion. The idea behind the Day Retreat is to enjoy a refreshing change of pace & place, the healthful vibe of the forest and a restorative day-long dose of peace and quietude, supplemented by some personal development program content that you get to choose!
“A Container for Soul Nourishment”
Imagine having your own private space in a bright, spacious yurt nestled organically into the forest with no other people around… unless you bring them along. Imagine a day to yourself with nothing you need to do other than what you truly need—to settle and just “be”. Imagine being immersed in the sensory inputs and good oxygen of thousands of trees. With a menu of (optional) program content, balanced with lots of unstructured open time, you can make your day whatever you wish it to be.
A panoramic view of the forest through 5 large (4×4′) windows. Flooring of local Sugar Maple. 
A large dome connects your space to the sky, and can open for ventilation. 
The sky shines through into your yoga space. 
A “Karma Chair” floor seat available for each person. 
The “Karma Chair” by Relaxus: adjustable back incline, memory foam seat cushion. 
Practice space for up to 6 mats. 
Yoga props available on request: blocks, bolsters, sandbags 
Meditation bench or cushion available on request. 
With cedar-lined walls, and a window with a view to the forest, you may stay in there longer than you might guess! 
No old-style hole in the ground, but a clean, modern, flush-action portable toilet. 
The Space (Yurt)
- 17′ diameter · 6′ wall · 10′ peak
- panoramic windows to forest view
- transparent dome for sky gazing
- breathable outer skin
- felt wool inner liner
- hardwood floor of local Sugar Maple
- heated in winter
- outhouse steps away
- floor chairs and yoga props available
The Place (Land)
- 50 acres of private woodlands
- 4km marked walking trails
- 7 unique forest areas, each with its unique character
- meditative walking labyrinth, within view of yurt
- magical SoundForest
- grand old Spirit Tree
- off-grid (solar powered) property
A Self Directed Retreat
The Day Retreat includes your choice of over a dozen experiences, including: yoga, sound bath, forest therapy, better breathing and more. That might form the anchor point for your retreat, or you can also forgo any program content if want the entire day to yourself.
You decide, it’s your day away. Journal, do yoga, draw, bring an instrument, dance, just sit, take a nap, gaze at the sky, walk the trails, journey the labyrinth, meditate, ponder. Mark a birthday or anniversary of some sort. Unload something from the past, envision something for the future, or sit in the present and gaze, guilt free. Take in the good energies, and good oxygen, that come from being accompanied by tens of thousands of trees, and zero people.
Details
Duration: your choice, up to 8 hours (earliest arrival and latest leaving times vary by season)
Location: near Keady/Desboro (about 20 min drive from Owen Sound)
Cost: $150 + $20/person (no taxes are applicable) Occupancy: 1-5 participants
Booking: Inquire on, or reserve, a date using the booking form. You can also order a gift certificate. Once a date is confirmed, the Preparation Guide will help you get the most out of it.
*Some experiences, forest areas or property features may become unavailable on short notice due to environmental, safety or weather conditions.
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