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South Utah Grand Escalante National Monument - September 24 - 27 2021
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It is time to get back to nature. During this past year, isolated by the pandemic and quarantines, most of us have become somewhat disembodied and disconnected from nature and others. The purpose of this trip is to heal our souls through the power of being in nature and sharing our feelings and emotions in embodied process groups, while adhering to safety guidelines.
We will be visiting and hiking different attractions in the local area as well as parts of Grand Escalante National Monument which is the largest natural preserve in the US with the most beautiful sandstone and slot canyon formations. Our primary intention behind the nature therapy trips, however, is personal growth. We are created to connect with others and we heal best in relationship with others. We believe that combining nature therapy with an embodied process group and therapy can provide the conduit to emotional health and personal growth. Participants heal directly through experience, but also indirectly by becoming a part of other group member's work and by observing the therapeutic process as an audience. After each work, all group members are given an opportunity to share what they experienced and observed. In this way, the process group both respects and supports each individual's growth and healing. Participants develop the skills to self-regulate and to use their core strengths to give voice to unexpressed experiences. Mindfulness practices are also included during the hikes and before the start of the process groups to bring the participants back to their bodies.
Our nature therapy trips include hikes, sightseeings, mindfulness practices during the hikes, and embodied process group. This 3-night 4-day retreat offers full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). The introductory cost is $650.00 per person which includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation confirmation deadline: by email 05/18/2021
Deposit: $250.00 by 05/25/2021
Balance due by 07/15/2021
Please email us your confirmation as soon as you can, we will confirm availability and subsequently, you will make your payment within a couple of days by Venmo, PayPal (through the contact page on nature therapy web-site), or check/cash.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation before 07/15/2021 - Full deposit will be refunded.
Cancellation after 07/15/2021 - Deposit will not be refunded.
Cancellation after 08/01/2021 - No refund will be made unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by the organizers to be a suitable match to the group.
Program & Itinerary:
Friday September 24th, 2021
Departure: Friday 05:30 AM sharp from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612. This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr. Carpooling to and from your home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot not later than 05:30 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave before 6.
The reason for early departure is to avoid the freeway traffic in the morning as well as arriving at our destination before 3 PM so that we can have a short warm-up hike that afternoon. We will have our group introduction and discussion as well as our first brief group process, introductions, and discussion about the program before a light dinner.
Saturday September 25th, 2021
We will start with a hot breakfast at 7 AM. Participants will prepare and pack lunch sandwiches. The tentative plan is to go for a 4-hour hike in the Kanab area as well as sight-seeing attractions that are close by. We will do mindfulness practices during the hike. Upon return and before dinner, we will participate in an embodied group process. We will most likely have BBQ for dinner around 7 PM. Participants will then find time to socialize and take part in various group activities.
Sunday September 26th, 2021
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning and will leave home early around 7:30 AM. We will prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and will then drive to Paria Canyon which is part of Grand Escalante National preserve (a 90 minute drive). This is a breathtaking 5-6 mile hike with easy slopes. We plan to be back by 3 PM so that we can participate in our mindfulness practices and embodied group processes before a hot dinner at 7 PM. Group activities will then follow.
Monday September 27th
We will start with breakfast either at home or early on our way back, probably in Zion Canyon. Time permitting we will have a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Participants will purchase lunch on the way back.
Please note this is a general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfortable hiking pants and layers of clothing, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as lightweight as possible), small flashlight, lightweight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will provide water bottles. Bringing your sturdy water bottle is also recommended. There will be ample times/places for taking pictures during the hikes.
Please note we will be mindful of the different hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate average speed for everyone. Also, there are many beautiful sights in the vicinity of where we stay. Those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishaps. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations: We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is now planned to contain a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles have a bed for certain (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. Occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. There may be a queen bed and a single bed in a room so that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.
We will be visiting and hiking different attractions in the local area as well as parts of Grand Escalante National Monument which is the largest natural preserve in the US with the most beautiful sandstone and slot canyon formations. Our primary intention behind the nature therapy trips, however, is personal growth. We are created to connect with others and we heal best in relationship with others. We believe that combining nature therapy with an embodied process group and therapy can provide the conduit to emotional health and personal growth. Participants heal directly through experience, but also indirectly by becoming a part of other group member's work and by observing the therapeutic process as an audience. After each work, all group members are given an opportunity to share what they experienced and observed. In this way, the process group both respects and supports each individual's growth and healing. Participants develop the skills to self-regulate and to use their core strengths to give voice to unexpressed experiences. Mindfulness practices are also included during the hikes and before the start of the process groups to bring the participants back to their bodies.
Our nature therapy trips include hikes, sightseeings, mindfulness practices during the hikes, and embodied process group. This 3-night 4-day retreat offers full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). The introductory cost is $650.00 per person which includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation confirmation deadline: by email 05/18/2021
Deposit: $250.00 by 05/25/2021
Balance due by 07/15/2021
Please email us your confirmation as soon as you can, we will confirm availability and subsequently, you will make your payment within a couple of days by Venmo, PayPal (through the contact page on nature therapy web-site), or check/cash.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation before 07/15/2021 - Full deposit will be refunded.
Cancellation after 07/15/2021 - Deposit will not be refunded.
Cancellation after 08/01/2021 - No refund will be made unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by the organizers to be a suitable match to the group.
Program & Itinerary:
Friday September 24th, 2021
Departure: Friday 05:30 AM sharp from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612. This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr. Carpooling to and from your home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot not later than 05:30 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave before 6.
The reason for early departure is to avoid the freeway traffic in the morning as well as arriving at our destination before 3 PM so that we can have a short warm-up hike that afternoon. We will have our group introduction and discussion as well as our first brief group process, introductions, and discussion about the program before a light dinner.
Saturday September 25th, 2021
We will start with a hot breakfast at 7 AM. Participants will prepare and pack lunch sandwiches. The tentative plan is to go for a 4-hour hike in the Kanab area as well as sight-seeing attractions that are close by. We will do mindfulness practices during the hike. Upon return and before dinner, we will participate in an embodied group process. We will most likely have BBQ for dinner around 7 PM. Participants will then find time to socialize and take part in various group activities.
Sunday September 26th, 2021
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning and will leave home early around 7:30 AM. We will prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and will then drive to Paria Canyon which is part of Grand Escalante National preserve (a 90 minute drive). This is a breathtaking 5-6 mile hike with easy slopes. We plan to be back by 3 PM so that we can participate in our mindfulness practices and embodied group processes before a hot dinner at 7 PM. Group activities will then follow.
Monday September 27th
We will start with breakfast either at home or early on our way back, probably in Zion Canyon. Time permitting we will have a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Participants will purchase lunch on the way back.
Please note this is a general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfortable hiking pants and layers of clothing, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as lightweight as possible), small flashlight, lightweight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will provide water bottles. Bringing your sturdy water bottle is also recommended. There will be ample times/places for taking pictures during the hikes.
Please note we will be mindful of the different hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate average speed for everyone. Also, there are many beautiful sights in the vicinity of where we stay. Those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishaps. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations: We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is now planned to contain a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles have a bed for certain (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. Occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. There may be a queen bed and a single bed in a room so that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.
Nature Therapy May 28th - May 31st Trip to Big Basin Redwoods State Park in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
“Imagine a time when the whole peninsula from San Francisco to San Jose shall become one great city; then picture, at its very doorstep, this magnificent domain of redwood forests and running streams, the breathing place of millions of cramped and crowded denizens of the city.”
– Carrie Stevens Walter, Sempervirens Club, 1901
This 3-night 4-day retreat includes full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, and transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). Program includes hikes, sightseeing, mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion/process, and meditation. We will have hot meals for breakfast and dinner including BBQ and cold-cut sandwiches for our lunch.
We will be hiking the trails in Big Basin Redwood, California’s oldest state park. In the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains near San Jose, its biggest attractions—literally—are its ancient coast redwoods. Some of these giants are more than 50 feet around and as tall as the Statue of Liberty. At 1,000 to 1,800 years old, some may predate the Roman Empire. The park also offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, and a fascinating natural and cultural history. The park has a number of lush waterfalls, and lots of bird life—including Steller’s jays, egrets, herons and California woodpeckers and variety of habitats (from lush canyon bottoms to sparse chaparral-covered slopes).
Cost is $600.00 per person which includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation Deadline:
Email confirmation 02/14/2020 (naturetherapyus@gmail.com) Deposit: $250.00 by 02/21/2020.
Please email us your confirmation first, and when we confirm availability, then please make your payment as soon as possible (or before 02/21/2020)
Please see registration page for payment through PayPal, by credit card, or by check.
Although we normally spend so much time in beautiful nature and find it hard to let go of that and take part in anything else, this time our goal is to manage the time more effectively and allocate enough time for 1-2 meditation / mindfulness sessions in beautiful unique natural environment of Sedona and one group process every evening.
Cancellation policy:
Balance due by 03/15/2020 Cancellation before 03/15/2020 - full deposit refund. Cancellation after 03/15/2020 - no refund of the deposit. Cancelling after 03/29/2020 - no refund of the full payment unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by us.
Program & Itinerary:
Thursday May 28, 2020
Departure: Friday 05:00 AM sharp (to avoid LA area traffic) from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612. This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr., Carpooling to and from home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot by 04:45 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave ontime. The plan is to be at our destination before 2 PM so that we can have a relatively short hike in that afternoon. we will have a brief group practice, introductions, and a discussion about the program before dinner.
Friday May 29th and Saturday May 30th 2020
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning around 6:30 AM and will prepare our lunch sandwiches. We will be hiking different areas of the Big Basin. All these hikes will be on the moderate side and not too strenuous. We will also do meditation / mindfulness practices during the hikes, and will be back before 4 PM to rest, have a group practice before dinner, socialize, dance, and more.
Sunday May 31st 2020
We will start with a warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will leave our residences before 9 AM. We may go for a short walk before leaving the area (depending on the group decision and how early in the evening participants wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Lunch will be on your own on the way back (although very often we have lots of leftovers which we take with us for lunch).
Please note this is a general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfy hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, lightweight warm jacket for early mornings and evenings (rain friendly just in case it rains), small flashlight, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times/places for taking pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain a steady speed and stay on schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes: We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishaps. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations:
We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is planned to have a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles will certainly have a bed (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in a room so that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and and wait for our response. Once we confirm availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Registration in the navigation bar.
– Carrie Stevens Walter, Sempervirens Club, 1901
This 3-night 4-day retreat includes full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, and transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). Program includes hikes, sightseeing, mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion/process, and meditation. We will have hot meals for breakfast and dinner including BBQ and cold-cut sandwiches for our lunch.
We will be hiking the trails in Big Basin Redwood, California’s oldest state park. In the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains near San Jose, its biggest attractions—literally—are its ancient coast redwoods. Some of these giants are more than 50 feet around and as tall as the Statue of Liberty. At 1,000 to 1,800 years old, some may predate the Roman Empire. The park also offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, and a fascinating natural and cultural history. The park has a number of lush waterfalls, and lots of bird life—including Steller’s jays, egrets, herons and California woodpeckers and variety of habitats (from lush canyon bottoms to sparse chaparral-covered slopes).
Cost is $600.00 per person which includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation Deadline:
Email confirmation 02/14/2020 (naturetherapyus@gmail.com) Deposit: $250.00 by 02/21/2020.
Please email us your confirmation first, and when we confirm availability, then please make your payment as soon as possible (or before 02/21/2020)
Please see registration page for payment through PayPal, by credit card, or by check.
Although we normally spend so much time in beautiful nature and find it hard to let go of that and take part in anything else, this time our goal is to manage the time more effectively and allocate enough time for 1-2 meditation / mindfulness sessions in beautiful unique natural environment of Sedona and one group process every evening.
Cancellation policy:
Balance due by 03/15/2020 Cancellation before 03/15/2020 - full deposit refund. Cancellation after 03/15/2020 - no refund of the deposit. Cancelling after 03/29/2020 - no refund of the full payment unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by us.
Program & Itinerary:
Thursday May 28, 2020
Departure: Friday 05:00 AM sharp (to avoid LA area traffic) from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612. This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr., Carpooling to and from home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot by 04:45 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave ontime. The plan is to be at our destination before 2 PM so that we can have a relatively short hike in that afternoon. we will have a brief group practice, introductions, and a discussion about the program before dinner.
Friday May 29th and Saturday May 30th 2020
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning around 6:30 AM and will prepare our lunch sandwiches. We will be hiking different areas of the Big Basin. All these hikes will be on the moderate side and not too strenuous. We will also do meditation / mindfulness practices during the hikes, and will be back before 4 PM to rest, have a group practice before dinner, socialize, dance, and more.
Sunday May 31st 2020
We will start with a warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will leave our residences before 9 AM. We may go for a short walk before leaving the area (depending on the group decision and how early in the evening participants wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Lunch will be on your own on the way back (although very often we have lots of leftovers which we take with us for lunch).
Please note this is a general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfy hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, lightweight warm jacket for early mornings and evenings (rain friendly just in case it rains), small flashlight, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times/places for taking pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain a steady speed and stay on schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes: We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishaps. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations:
We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is planned to have a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles will certainly have a bed (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in a room so that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and and wait for our response. Once we confirm availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Registration in the navigation bar.
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Nature Therapy May 31st - June 3rd Trip to Sedona, AZ
CLOSED
This 3-night 4-day retreat includes full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, and transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). Program includes hikes, sightseeing, mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion/process, and meditation. We will have hot meals for breakfast and dinner including BBQ and cold-cut sandwiches for our lunch.
Cost $600.00 per person which includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation Deadline:
Email confirmation 01/14//2019 (naturetherapyus@gmail.com) Deposit: $250.00 by 01/21//2019.
Please email us your confirmation first, and when we confirm availability, then please make your payment as soon as possible (or before 01/21/2019)
Please see registration page for payment through PayPal, by credit card, or by check.
Although we normally spend so much time in beautiful nature and find it hard to let go of that and take part in anything else, this time our goal is to manage the time more effectively and allocate enough time for 1-2 meditation / mindfulness sessions in beautiful unique natural environment of Sedona and one group process every evening.
Cancellation policy:
Balance due by 03/15/2019 Cancellation before 03/15/2019 - full deposit refund. Cancellation after 03/15/2019 - no refund of the deposit. Cancelling after 05/01/2019 - no refund of the full payment unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by us.
Program & Itinerary:
Friday May 31, 2019
Departure: Friday 05:30 AM sharp from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612. This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr., Carpooling to and from home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot by 05:15 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave ontime. The plan is to be at our destination before 2 PM so that we can have a relatively short hike in that afternoon. we will have a brief group practice, introductions, and a discussion about the program before dinner.
Saturday June 1st and Sunday June 2nd 2019
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning around 6:30 AM and will prepare our lunch sandwiches. We will be hiking different areas of the Sedona including Devild’s Bridge, Sliding Rock State Park, Bell Mountain, The Cathedral Mountain, and more. All these hikes will be on the moderate side and not too strenuous. We will also do meditation / mindfulness practices during the hikes, and will be back before 4 PM to rest, have a group practice before dinner, socialize, dance, and more.
Monday June 3rd 2019
We will start with a warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will leave our residences before 9 AM. We may go for a short walk before leaving the area (depending on the group decision and how early in the evening participants wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Lunch will be on your own on the way back (although very often we have lots of leftovers which we take with us for lunch).
Please note this is a general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfy hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, lightweight warm jacket for early mornings and evenings (rain friendly just in case it rains), small flashlight, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times/places for taking pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain a steady speed and stay on schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes: We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishaps. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations:
We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is planned to have a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles will certainly have a bed (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in a room so that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and and wait for our response. Once we confirm availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Registration in the navigation bar.
Grand Canyon North Rim, AZ, Lake Powell, UT, and more ...
May 17 - 20, 2018
May 17 - 20, 2018
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CLOSED
This 3-nights 4-days retreat includes full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). Program includes hikes, sightseeing, mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion/process, and meditation.
Cost $600.00 per person; includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation Deadline:by email 11/17/2017
Deposit: $250.00 by 11/30/2017.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability, then please make your payment as soon as possible (or before 11/30/2017) by credit card through PayPal (through our registration page on this web-site) or by mail.
The areas we will visit are among the most beautiful and most visited national parks in the world. There is so much beauty in these national parks in Southern Utah. It is difficult to do anything else but to relax and enjoy every moment of our stay in that soothing and serene atmosphere. Thus, please expect to spend more time in the nature and to relax with mindfulness practices in the unique peaceful environment of Grand Canyon and South Utah than group process in our cozy residences.
Cancellation policy:
Balance due by 02/15/2018
Cancellation before 02/15/2018 with full deposit refund.
Cancellation after 02/15/2018 no refund of the deposit.
Cancelling after 04/01/2018, no refund of the full payment unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by us.
Program & Itinerary:
Thursday May 17th 2018
Departure: Saturday 05:30 AM sharp from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr., Carpooling to and from home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot by 05:15 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave before 6.
The plan is to reach our destination before 3 PM so that we can have a relatively short hike that afternoon. we will have a brief group practice, introductions, and discussion about the program before a light dinner.
Friday May 18th 2018
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning around 7 AM and will prepare our lunch sandwiches. The plan is to visit Grand Canyon and hike the canyon for about 4 - 8 miles (we will accommodate special needs of participants, as far as the length of the hike is concerned). We will also do mindfulness practices during the hikes, and will be back by 4 PM to have a group practice before dinner. For dinner we will probably BBQ around 7 PM. Socializing, games, music, and more to follow ...
Saturday May 19th 2018
We will start with hot breakfast in the morning and will leave home early around 7 AM (depending weather condition on that day). We will prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and will then drive to the Lake Powell (a 90 minute drive). We will hike for 2-3 hours. We will then then stop at several places for sightseeing (including horseshoe bend, picture below), photography and lunch. We plan to be back at home before 5 PM so that we can have a group discussion and practice before hot dinner. The usual socializing, games, music, and more will follow.
Sunday May 20th 2018
We will start with a warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will leave our residences before 9 AM. We may go for a short walk before leaving the area (depending on the group decision and how early in the evening participants wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Lunch will be on your own on the way back.
Please note this is general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfy hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as lightweight as possible), small flashlight, light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times/places for taking pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and stay on schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strength of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate average speed for everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishap. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations: We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is now planned to contain a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles have a bed for certain (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in a room such that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Registration in the navigation bar.
These are pictures of the vacation homes that we will stay in.
This 3-nights 4-days retreat includes full accommodations, breakfasts and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - volunteers to share the driving are needed). Program includes hikes, sightseeing, mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion/process, and meditation.
Cost $600.00 per person; includes accommodations, transportation, most meals, and all activities.
Reservation Deadline:by email 11/17/2017
Deposit: $250.00 by 11/30/2017.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability, then please make your payment as soon as possible (or before 11/30/2017) by credit card through PayPal (through our registration page on this web-site) or by mail.
The areas we will visit are among the most beautiful and most visited national parks in the world. There is so much beauty in these national parks in Southern Utah. It is difficult to do anything else but to relax and enjoy every moment of our stay in that soothing and serene atmosphere. Thus, please expect to spend more time in the nature and to relax with mindfulness practices in the unique peaceful environment of Grand Canyon and South Utah than group process in our cozy residences.
Cancellation policy:
Balance due by 02/15/2018
Cancellation before 02/15/2018 with full deposit refund.
Cancellation after 02/15/2018 no refund of the deposit.
Cancelling after 04/01/2018, no refund of the full payment unless your spot is given to someone else. In case of substitution, the new participant must be approved by us.
Program & Itinerary:
Thursday May 17th 2018
Departure: Saturday 05:30 AM sharp from the Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off of Culver Dr., Carpooling to and from home is recommended. Please plan to be at the parking lot by 05:15 so that we can all settle in the cars and leave before 6.
The plan is to reach our destination before 3 PM so that we can have a relatively short hike that afternoon. we will have a brief group practice, introductions, and discussion about the program before a light dinner.
Friday May 18th 2018
We will start with a hot breakfast in the morning around 7 AM and will prepare our lunch sandwiches. The plan is to visit Grand Canyon and hike the canyon for about 4 - 8 miles (we will accommodate special needs of participants, as far as the length of the hike is concerned). We will also do mindfulness practices during the hikes, and will be back by 4 PM to have a group practice before dinner. For dinner we will probably BBQ around 7 PM. Socializing, games, music, and more to follow ...
Saturday May 19th 2018
We will start with hot breakfast in the morning and will leave home early around 7 AM (depending weather condition on that day). We will prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and will then drive to the Lake Powell (a 90 minute drive). We will hike for 2-3 hours. We will then then stop at several places for sightseeing (including horseshoe bend, picture below), photography and lunch. We plan to be back at home before 5 PM so that we can have a group discussion and practice before hot dinner. The usual socializing, games, music, and more will follow.
Sunday May 20th 2018
We will start with a warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell and sharing of our experiences during the trip. We will leave our residences before 9 AM. We may go for a short walk before leaving the area (depending on the group decision and how early in the evening participants wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 AM and expect to be back in Park & Ride before 6 PM. Lunch will be on your own on the way back.
Please note this is general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the appropriate needs of participants, weather conditions during the trip, and other unforeseen situations or conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfy hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as lightweight as possible), small flashlight, light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene items and medications if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else that you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times/places for taking pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and stay on schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strength of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accommodate average speed for everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes will have lots to do in the area while waiting for the others to return.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars which covers everything including the deductibles in case of any mishap. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability if need be. This is only a precaution.
Accommodations: We stay in vacation homes on this trip. This trip is now planned to contain a smaller group so that couples can have their own rooms and singles have a bed for certain (although sometimes two individuals may have to share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleeping conditions. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using couches or air mattresses. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in a room such that a family or group of 3 can share.
Please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Registration in the navigation bar.
These are pictures of the vacation homes that we will stay in.
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Hike, retreat, and visit two most beautiful National Parks - Zion & Bryce Canyon, Utah
May 20 -23 2017
May 20 -23 2017
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CLOSED
This 3-nights 4-days retreat includes full accommodations, breakfast and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - participant volunteers to share the drive is required). Program includes at least three hikes with an average length (depending on the participants' strength), mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion (time allowing), and meditation.
Cost $500.00 per person; includes accommodation, transportation, most meals, and all activities. Families of three staying in one room, third person gets 20% discount.
Reservation Deadline: 03/12/2017
Deposit: $250.00 before deadline date of 03/12/2017 (or full payment of 500.00), and balance of $250.00 before March 30th 2017.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability please make payment within 24 hours by credit card through PayPal (through our contact page on this web-site) or by mail.
Zion and Bryce Canyon are among the most beautiful and most visited national parks in the world. There is so much beauty in these national parks in Southern Utah that makes it difficult to do anything but to relax and enjoy every moment of the stay in that soothing atmosphere. So, expect to spend more time in the nature and to relax with mindfulness practices in the unique divinely setting of the Zion mountains than therapy work in our cozy residence.
Click to see a short Video
Program & Itinerary:
Saturday May 20th 2017
Departure: Saturday 6 AM sharp from Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off Culver Dr., Carpooling between from home area is recommended. Please plan to be at parking lot by 05:30 so that we can all settle in the vans and leave before 6.
Plan is to be at Zion Canyon before 3 PM, have a relatively short hike before continue driving to our residence which is about 30 minutes more drive. we will have a short group practice, introductions, and chatting about the program before a light dinner.
Sunday May 21st 2017
We start with hot breakfast in the morning around 7 AM and prepare our lunch sandwiches. The plan is visiting Zion Canyon, two
short hikes in the morning and in the afternoon, do some practices during the hikes and in the nature, and be back home before 4 PM to have a group practice before dinner. For dinner we will probably BBQ around 7. Socializing, games, music, and more ...
Monday May 22nd 2017
We start with hot breakfast in the morning and leave home relatively early like 7 AM (depending weather condition on that day). We prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and then have about 90 minutes drive to Bryce National Park. We will go for a 2-hour walk in the canyon, then several stops for sightseeing and pictures and lunch, and plan to be back home before 5 PM so that we can have a group discussion and practice before hot dinner. The usual socializing, games, music, and more will follow.
Tuesday May 23rd 2017
Warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell sharing. We leave our residence before 09am, possibly have a short walk before leaving the area (depending on group decision how early in the evening they wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 and expect to be back in Park & Ride around 6pm. Lunch will be on your own on the way back home.
Please note this is general itinerary that can be changed and modifies according to the group size, appropriate hikes for the group, and weather condition at the time.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfi hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as light weight as possible), small flash light, light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene and medication if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else you are used to have on hikes in the nature. We will have specific times for pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and stay on the schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strength of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accomodate average speed for everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes they will have a lot to do while waiting for the group in the area.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving part with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars that covers everything including the deductible in case of any mishap. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability, again if ever need to. This is only for precaution.
Accomodations: We stay in vacation homes in this trip. This trip is now planned to be a smaller group so that couples have their own room and singles have a bed for sure (although sometimes two individuals may share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleep situation. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using coaches or air mattress. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in room that a family of 3 can share, third person in the room gets 20% discount on the individual trip cost.
If you are interested in participating in this retreat, please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.
This 3-nights 4-days retreat includes full accommodations, breakfast and most meals, park entrance fees, transportation (rental vans - participant volunteers to share the drive is required). Program includes at least three hikes with an average length (depending on the participants' strength), mindfulness practices during the hikes, group discussion (time allowing), and meditation.
Cost $500.00 per person; includes accommodation, transportation, most meals, and all activities. Families of three staying in one room, third person gets 20% discount.
Reservation Deadline: 03/12/2017
Deposit: $250.00 before deadline date of 03/12/2017 (or full payment of 500.00), and balance of $250.00 before March 30th 2017.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability please make payment within 24 hours by credit card through PayPal (through our contact page on this web-site) or by mail.
Zion and Bryce Canyon are among the most beautiful and most visited national parks in the world. There is so much beauty in these national parks in Southern Utah that makes it difficult to do anything but to relax and enjoy every moment of the stay in that soothing atmosphere. So, expect to spend more time in the nature and to relax with mindfulness practices in the unique divinely setting of the Zion mountains than therapy work in our cozy residence.
Click to see a short Video
Program & Itinerary:
Saturday May 20th 2017
Departure: Saturday 6 AM sharp from Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice, entrance is from Sandburg off Culver Dr., Carpooling between from home area is recommended. Please plan to be at parking lot by 05:30 so that we can all settle in the vans and leave before 6.
Plan is to be at Zion Canyon before 3 PM, have a relatively short hike before continue driving to our residence which is about 30 minutes more drive. we will have a short group practice, introductions, and chatting about the program before a light dinner.
Sunday May 21st 2017
We start with hot breakfast in the morning around 7 AM and prepare our lunch sandwiches. The plan is visiting Zion Canyon, two
short hikes in the morning and in the afternoon, do some practices during the hikes and in the nature, and be back home before 4 PM to have a group practice before dinner. For dinner we will probably BBQ around 7. Socializing, games, music, and more ...
Monday May 22nd 2017
We start with hot breakfast in the morning and leave home relatively early like 7 AM (depending weather condition on that day). We prepare our lunch sandwiches at home and then have about 90 minutes drive to Bryce National Park. We will go for a 2-hour walk in the canyon, then several stops for sightseeing and pictures and lunch, and plan to be back home before 5 PM so that we can have a group discussion and practice before hot dinner. The usual socializing, games, music, and more will follow.
Tuesday May 23rd 2017
Warm breakfast at home, followed by a short group farewell sharing. We leave our residence before 09am, possibly have a short walk before leaving the area (depending on group decision how early in the evening they wish to be back in Irvine). We will not be leaving the area any later than 10 and expect to be back in Park & Ride around 6pm. Lunch will be on your own on the way back home.
Please note this is general itinerary that can be changed and modifies according to the group size, appropriate hikes for the group, and weather condition at the time.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfi hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as light weight as possible), small flash light, light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene and medication if any. You can bring your favorite snacks (extra to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else you are used to have on hikes in the nature. We will have specific times for pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and stay on the schedule. Please come prepared with good sturdy hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note we will be mindful of different hiking strength of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program. We might split between two groups on some hikes to accomodate average speed for everyone. Also we have so much sightseeing in the area that those who may not wish to participate in some hikes they will have a lot to do while waiting for the group in the area.
Important notes:
We need volunteers to share the driving part with us, usually two drivers per car. We buy full collision insurance for the cars that covers everything including the deductible in case of any mishap. The driver's own insurance will cover the liability, again if ever need to. This is only for precaution.
Accomodations: We stay in vacation homes in this trip. This trip is now planned to be a smaller group so that couples have their own room and singles have a bed for sure (although sometimes two individuals may share a queen size bed). We do our best to provide comfortable sleep situation. occasionally there are individuals who prefer using coaches or air mattress. Sometimes there is a double bed and a single bed in room that a family of 3 can share, third person in the room gets 20% discount on the individual trip cost.
If you are interested in participating in this retreat, please contact us first and wait for our response. Once confirmed availability, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.
Self Discovery - Idyllwild, CA - December 9 - 11, 2016
CLOSED
This is a two night retreat (Friday through Sunday afternoon) in the heart of wild lands of Idyllwild (within two hours drive from Irvine). Program includes at least two hikes, the length of which will depend on the participants' strength; mindfulness practices during the hikes; and group therapy, individual work, and meditation.
Cost $350 per person; includes accommodation and meals throughout the trip. Reservation Deadline: 11/20/2016
Deposit: Full amount is required as we are pretty close to the trip dates.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability please make payment within 24 hours by credit card through PayPal (see registration page on this web-site) or by mail.
Program & Itinerary:
Friday 12/09/2016
Departure: Friday 9am from Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice Entrance is from Sandburg off Culver Dr., Carpooling is recommended.
We are going to go on a relatively short hike to refresh and get acclimated to the mountain atmosphere before going to our residence. Light lunch (sandwiches) will be provided. Please come prepared with hiking shoes shoes and clothes. We will also have our first group gathering, mindful breathing, and other activities in the afternoon before warm dinner. After dinner we will have ample time for music, dance, socializing, and more.
Saturday 12/10/2016
We start with hot breakfast in the morning, relatively early around 7 am (depending weather condition on that day), which is followed by a 5-6 miles hike and mindfulness practices during the hike. We will be back at our residence for a warm lunch. After lunch we will have our second and longer group practice, meditation and exercises, followed by a short free time before warm dinner. Music, dance and socialization will wrap up our activities of the day.
Sunday 12/11/2016
Early morning mindful breathing and meditation followed by warm breakfast and a short group practice. We leave our residence around 11 followed by a leisure walk in the nature before leaving the area. We expect leaving before 1. A light lunch (Sandwiches) will be provided.
Please note that this is general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the group size, hikes, and weather conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfortable hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as light weight as possible), a light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene. You can bring your favorite snacks (bring extras to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times for pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and remain on the schedule. Please come prepared with good hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note that we will be mindful of varying hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program.
If you are interested in participating in this retreat, please contact us first and wait for our response. Once you are approved, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.
This is a two night retreat (Friday through Sunday afternoon) in the heart of wild lands of Idyllwild (within two hours drive from Irvine). Program includes at least two hikes, the length of which will depend on the participants' strength; mindfulness practices during the hikes; and group therapy, individual work, and meditation.
Cost $350 per person; includes accommodation and meals throughout the trip. Reservation Deadline: 11/20/2016
Deposit: Full amount is required as we are pretty close to the trip dates.
Please email us your confirmation first, when we confirm availability please make payment within 24 hours by credit card through PayPal (see registration page on this web-site) or by mail.
Program & Itinerary:
Friday 12/09/2016
Departure: Friday 9am from Park & Ride; 18182 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612 This is a 24/7 free Park & Ride next to Wholesome Choice Entrance is from Sandburg off Culver Dr., Carpooling is recommended.
We are going to go on a relatively short hike to refresh and get acclimated to the mountain atmosphere before going to our residence. Light lunch (sandwiches) will be provided. Please come prepared with hiking shoes shoes and clothes. We will also have our first group gathering, mindful breathing, and other activities in the afternoon before warm dinner. After dinner we will have ample time for music, dance, socializing, and more.
Saturday 12/10/2016
We start with hot breakfast in the morning, relatively early around 7 am (depending weather condition on that day), which is followed by a 5-6 miles hike and mindfulness practices during the hike. We will be back at our residence for a warm lunch. After lunch we will have our second and longer group practice, meditation and exercises, followed by a short free time before warm dinner. Music, dance and socialization will wrap up our activities of the day.
Sunday 12/11/2016
Early morning mindful breathing and meditation followed by warm breakfast and a short group practice. We leave our residence around 11 followed by a leisure walk in the nature before leaving the area. We expect leaving before 1. A light lunch (Sandwiches) will be provided.
Please note that this is general itinerary that can be changed and modified according to the group size, hikes, and weather conditions.
What to bring:
We highly recommend bringing comfortable and sturdy hiking shoes, comfortable hiking pants and layers, hiking poles if you are used to them, hat, sunscreen, warm jacket (as light weight as possible), a light weight rain gear, and of course your personal hygiene. You can bring your favorite snacks (bring extras to share if you wish), water or drink of your choice, and anything else you are used to having on hikes in nature. We will have specific times for pictures during the hikes so that we can maintain an average steady speed and remain on the schedule. Please come prepared with good hiking shoes and clothing for you own comfort and safety.
Please note that we will be mindful of varying hiking strengths of the participants. Our hikes will generally be moderate. This is not a professional hiking trip, although hiking and spending time in nature is an important part of the program.
If you are interested in participating in this retreat, please contact us first and wait for our response. Once you are approved, we will send you a link for registration and payment. Click here to contact us.
For further questions please contact us via email: naturetherapyus@gmail.com or by clicking on Contact in the navigation bar.