Join us for a weekend of remembrance as we honor the Fall Equinox, a time of balance, gratitude, and connection with Pachamama. The event begins with an Opening Circle & Earth-to-Table Lunch, where we'll gather in the community to set our intentions for the retreat and savor a meal prepared to align with the season's energy. Through storytelling and meditation, we'll explore the themes of harvest and gratitude.
In the afternoon, guests can choose their path: kayak along the serene St. Sebastian River, indulge in a rejuvenating spa experience or explore the Pine Forest. A Permaculture Tour will offer insights into sustainable living, concluding with a tree-planting ritual to deepen our connection with the Earth.
As the day draws to a close, we’ll gather for an Earth-to-Table Dinner, followed by a Full Moon Cosmic Roots Equinox Ceremony & Sound Bath, where we'll honor our origins and celebrate the cycles of the seasons.
The energy continues on Sunday with a gentle morning of coffee, tea, and fruit, followed by ChoZen Flow. We'll conclude with a nourishing Earth-to-Table Brunch and a Closing Circle, where you'll have the opportunity to reflect on your experiences, share insights, and offer a natural element back to the Earth in a final gesture of gratitude and closure.
Weekend Programming
12 PM Check-in @ Harvest House Lobby
1:00 PM ~ Opening Circle & Lunch (Harvest House)
Gather the community for our Opening Circle, followed by a nourishing Earth-to-Table meal thoughtfully prepared to align with the equinox's season and energy. Savor the rich flavors and reflect on Mother Nature's abundance. Through storytelling and meditation, we’ll weave together the themes of harvest and gratitude.
Guests are encouraged to form a meaningful connection with a natural element—whether a leaf, a stone, or something else from the land—to offer back to the earth during our Closing Circle.
SATURDAY
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ~ Shuttle to Accommodations
Guests will be transported to their accommodations. Maps and other informative materials will be provided to ensure a comfortable stay.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ~ Choose Your ChoZen Path
Adventure: Kayak the St. Sebastian River and immerse yourself in the beauty of this natural wonder.
Reset: Indulge in a spa experience to rejuvenate your body and mind (massages must be booked in advance).
Chill: Embrace self-exploration or eco-exploration. Wander through the Pine Forest, walk the ChoZen path, and let yourself get lost in Mother Nature's embrace.
6:30 PM ~ Check-in at Harvest House
7:00 PM ~ Earth-to-Table Dinner (Harvest House)
Come together for a communal Earth-to-Table dinner, celebrating connection, balance, and the changing of the seasons. Inspired by the bounty of the earth, this meal continues our journey toward deeper alignment with nature.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM ~ Permaculture Tour: Equinox Edition & Tree Planting (Harvest House)
Embark on a guided permaculture tour and delve into the art of sustainable living. Discover how nature’s rhythms are harmoniously integrated into the landscape. Harvest herbs to create autumnal elixirs to take home, which will also be incorporated into the evening’s tea ceremony. Participate in a tree-planting ritual to deepen your connection with the earth.
8:00 PM ~ Full Moon Cosmic Roots: Equinox Ritual & Sound Bath (Wilderness Camp)
Conclude the evening with a grounding cacao ceremony that honors our cosmic roots and deep connection with the natural world. Our ceremonialists will guide you through this rewilding harvest experience, celebrating the cycles of the seasons. The ceremony will close with a soothing, sound healing session.
SUNDAY
7:30 AM ~ Coffee, Tea, & Fruit
(Harvest House)
Begin your morning with a light offering of coffee, tea, and fresh fruit, gently awakening your body and mind for the day ahead.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM ~ ChoZen Flow (Wilderness Camp)
ChoZen Flow is a transformative guided practice designed to cultivate deep relaxation and inner peace through purposeful movement. This harmonious blend of fitness, Qi Gong, and primal movements creates a fluid, meditative flow within the tranquil backdrop of nature.
11:00 AM ~ Earth-to-Table Brunch (Harvest House)
Gather for one final nourishing meal, an Earth-to-Table brunch that combines the flavors of the season with the spirit of community.
12:00 PM ~ Closing Circle (Harvest House)
Reflect on the weekend’s experiences, share your insights, and seal the energy with a sense of peace and unity. Offer your connected element to the altar as a symbol of gratitude and closure.
