We are thrilled to announce our upcoming retreat in the serene mountains of Maine's Western lake region. Please join us October 18, 19 and 20 in Denmark, Maine for "Your True North: Yoga+hiking Eco-Retreat" with Murielle and Mae Corwin

We are excited to offer this opportunity to turn inward, commune with nature and others, and take in Maine's magnificence during peak foliage. We will hold intentional space for our participants to rediscover their "true north". We will begin at the foundation (the feet) and work our way upward to find and connect with your true north alignment. This is a natural alignment that will bring about a lifetime of health and ease in your body.

We will also focus on finding our inner compass as a way to align our thoughts words and actions on and off the mat.

True North is your orienting point — your fixed point in a spinning world - that helps you stay on track as an individual and member of your community. It is derived from your most deeply held beliefs, values, and the principles you abide by. It is your internal compass, unique to you, representing who you are at your deepest level. Being in nature will ground us and serve as our anchor point as we orient ourselves in the direction of adventure, connection, and self-discovery. We look forward to this weekend away from home together and can't wait for the adventure to unfold!

To register, visit https://www.sundarayogame.com/retreats and tell them we sent you!

The Saltwater Mountain Woman Retreat – A Cold-Water Dipping Midlife Awakening

An immersive, empowering and transformative women’s weekend retreat nestled into the forested mountainside of Denmark, Maine. Nurture Through Nature is a solar-powered, off-the-grid retreat sanctuary in western Maine with private hiking trails, cabins, yurts, a yoga studio, dining hall and a wood-fired sauna all scattered along a spring-fed mountain brook with long views of Mount Washington and The White Mountains.

The focus is on CONNECTION – with ourselves and other women, EDUCATION – how cold-water dipping supports midlife transitions, and INTEGRATION – through experiential and guided exercises.

Why

Midlife for women is so many things – maybe too many things. The changes, the demands, the emotions, the sexism, the shame, the physiology, the (mis)information, the pressures, the isolation, the grief. And somehow at the same time, it can be exciting, rewarding, confident, sexy – so many things.

It can be a beautiful opportunity to fall in love with the rest of your life, but I’ve never known a life phase where I didn’t need my tribe to live it. And tribes of women are what I do. You can think of me as your “midlife midwife,” creating and holding space for you to birth the next phase of you. Hi, I’m Amy! If this resonates with you, I hope you consider being a part of this unique and special retreat.

Where

Nurture Through Nature
77 Warren Road
Denmark, Maine, USA
04022
Website

Cold-water dips will be onsite in the natural dipping pools of the mountainside brook

When

Friday, October 4, 2024, (Arrival between 2:00-3:00PM) 3:30PM – 9:00PM
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024, 7:00AM – 9:00PM
Sunday, Oct 6, 2024, 6:45AM – 11:00AM (check-out)

Who

Limited to 16 women – designed for all who identify as women experiencing “midlife” – regardless of chronological age

Fee & Accomodations

$850 (Easy Payment through Venmo or Stripe) All registration is through Saltwater Mountain Co. (NOT Nurture Through Nature) Contact Amy at amy@saltwatermountainco.com with any questions or concerns

Fee includes:

Lodging – 2 shared cabins and 3 shared yurts (only the cabins have electricity, and all lodging has wood-stove heat) Please note, NTN is off the grid, runs on solar energy, uses composting toilets, and has WIFI in the main lodge only. Upon registration, let us know if you have a preference for a cabin or a yurt – and please note that although we cannot guarantee one over the other, we will try our best to accommodate preferences.

Meals – All meals are vegetarian, and meals can have gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options along with allergy accommodations upon request.

General Itinerary:

FRIDAY 

Plan to arrive/check-in between 2:00PM – 3:00PM

3:30PM – 5:30PM – Opening Group Ceremony in the Studio

5:30PM – 6:30PM – Group Dinner in the Lodge

6:45PM – Sunset Group Dip Experience

7:30PM – 9:00PM – (Optional) Group Time in the Studio – Gently-led Meditation/Settling-In/Dip-Integration/Journaling

SATURDAY

7:30AM – 8:00AM – Continental Breakfast in the Lodge (Coffee & Tea available at 7:00AM)

8:30AM – 9:15AM – Group Dip Experience

9:30AM – 12:00PM – Group Time in the Studio / Science and Magic of Cold-Water Dipping / Meditation / Journaling

12:00PM – 1:00PM – Group Lunch in the Lodge

1:00PM – 2:00PM – Free time

2:00PM – 3:30PM – Group Time in the Studio / Cold and Hot Therapy Education / Discussion & Exercises 

3:30PM – 5:00PM – Women’s Health Q & A with Anna DeYoung, MD 

5:30PM – Wood-Fired Sauna Experience

6:00PM – Group Dip Experience

6:30PM – Dinner in the Lodge

SUNDAY

6:45AM – Sunrise Group Dip Experience 

7:30AM – 8:00AM – Continental Breakfast in Lodge (Coffee & Tea available at 7:00AM) 

8:00AM – 10:30AM – Cacao Ceremony in the Studio with Ellen Adams of River Oaks Cacao 

10:30AM – 11:00AM – Closure and Check-Out

NOTE: Precise itinerary, packing list, preparation details and Q & A will be provided well in advance of start date. Please reach out to Amy at 207-641-7353 or amy@saltwatermountainco.com with any questions or concerns.

SMC CANCELLATION POLICY

• Cancellations made greater than 30 days prior to start date: 100% refund will be given minus a $50 processing fee

• Cancellations made between 15-30 days prior to start date : 50% refund will be given, unless the spot can be filled from the waiting list in which case, 100% refund will be given minus $50 processing fee

• Cancellations made less than 15 days prior to start date: No refunds given, unless the spot can be filled from the waiting list in which case, 100% refund will be given minus $50 processing fee

• If Saltwater Mountain Co. cancels the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances, 100% credit or refund will be given.

Nestled in the serene and beautiful surroundings of Nurture Through Nature, our retreat invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and return to a place of inner peace and self-discovery. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this retreat offers a supportive and inclusive environment for all participants.

Yoga: Daily sessions catering to all levels, focusing on mindfulness, breath, and alignment.

Meditation: Guided meditations to quiet the mind and cultivate inner peace.

Saunas: Relax and detoxify in our soothing sauna sessions.

Chair Massage: Experience the healing touch of professional chair massages.

Nourishing Foods: Enjoy delicious and healthy meals that nourish both body and soul.

Rituals Instead of Routines: Learn how to turn routines into rituals to make for a more fulfilling day.

Event will be held from the afternoon of Wednesday April 3rd through the morning of Monday April 8th. The retreat will include Wim Hof Method, hot power yoga, Firewalking, Kundalini yoga, breath work, sauna, group campfires and a few surprises. On this trip, we want to create the opportunity to deepen your practice of the method through the teacher that is mother nature. Strengthening the connection with our inner selves and the world around us. We will be staying in 2-4 person log cabins or yurts, each including a wood burning stove, fire pit, gas stove for coffee/tea/cooking. Farm to table meals will be included throughout the retreat. We will reach out separately for dietary preferences. Those flying into Portland will be picked up at the airport. The shuttle will depart Portland airport at 4pm Wednesday and return at 10am Monday morning. Separate accommodations can be made upon request. When arranging travel please give yourself extra time in case of delays.

WHM Travels are the biggest, most comprehensive Wim Hof Method activities on offer. Spend a full week embedded, away from distraction, to explore the limits of your body through the power of your mind.

The extended immersion allows for progressive WHM training in gorgeous natural environments. You rely on each other for the moments where you have to dig deep, and the lasting friendships are often touted as the most rewarding aspect of these trips.

Many who join are looking for new ways to push through their perceived physical or psychological limits. Some use it as an inward journey to process hardship or trauma. Others still are just always searching for the next novel experience to enrich their lives.

As a result, you are bound to hear the most incredible stories from the most colorful people, hailing from all over the world. Get unique perspectives on life, and be inspired to see your own in a new light.

Are you ready for a life-changing experience?

Early Bird Pricing Ends 2/15

What’s included:

Lodging in Yurts or Cabins

All meals, including tea & coffee

Transportation to/from airport at set times: 4pm on arrival (or earlier if all are present); 12pm or after for departure on the 8th

All instruction: Certified level II Wim Hof Method, Vinyasa, Kundalini, breathwork, guided hikes

Firewalk (weather permitting)

Yoga mats

What’s not included

Flights

Travel Insurance (recommended)  and Liability Forms completed and mailed back within week of sign up

Sleeping bags, personal gear, cramp-ons

Cancellation 

2 Months Prior –  50% refund

Less than 2 months: No Refund, covered by travel insurance

Discount Codes 

$150 discount bring a friend discount available for referral and $100 discount for members returning to this retreat from a previous year. Please use our contact form or email ignitesadhana@gmail.com to receive codes. Codes can not be combined.

To register: email ignitesadhana@gmail.com to secure your spot!