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FALL EQUINOX RETREAT

WISDOM IN THE WOODS

SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2025

 

Celebrate the balance of light and dark with a soul-nourishing retreat of yoga, mindfulness, and wellness in the heart of nature. Join us this Fall Equinox at River Mountain — a luxury glamping resort nestled in the serene Pennsylvania mountains — for Wisdom in the Woods, a transformative two-night, three-day experience designed to reconnect you with nature, your inner self, and the rhythms of the season.
 

🌿 INCLUDES:
 

  • DAILY YOGA 
    Awaken your body and center your mind with guided practices designed to ground, energize, and align you with the spirit of the equinox.
     

  • GUIDED HISTORIAL HIKE
    Explore 150 acres of lush, forested trails with an expert-led hike that weaves together the natural and cultural history of the land.
     

  • HOT SPRINGS CEDAR SOAKING TUBS
    Unwind under the open sky in River Mountain’s tranquil soaking tubs—your muscles and mind will thank you.
     

  • FRESH, NOURISHING MEALS
    Savor delicious, chef-prepared meals crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients to fuel your weekend of wellness. Includes: Dinner on Thursday, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner on Friday, and Breakfast on Saturday morning.
     

  • HONEY TASTING
    Experience what's known as “liquid gold” and taste the exquisite flavor of raw HONEY! Led by Beekeeper, Darci, this is a complete flavor journey - learn about River Mountains bee hives and taste the unbelievable flavor of small batch honeys and unique regional profiles.
     

  • SWIM POND
    Take a refreshing dip in Dewey's natural swim pond.
     

  • HAPPY HOUR 
    Nightly at 5PM (draft beer and "secret recipe" sangria offered)

     

  • LUXURY GLAMPING ACCOMODATIONS
    Sleep under the stars in comfort and style. River Mountain’s modern glamping pods offer the perfect blend of cabin charm, tiny house functionality, and the wonder of camping—all just a short drive from Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh.
     

WHY JOIN US?
 

This retreat invites you to slow down, step away from the noise, and take sacred time for yourself — to rediscover the depth and wisdom that lie beneath your everyday surface.

Celebrate the beautiful balance of light and dark as you immerse yourself in a soul-nourishing weekend in the heart of nature. Through mindful movement, quiet reflection, and connection with the seasonal rhythms, you’ll reconnect with your inner truth and awaken a deeper sense of peace and clarity. Whether wandering forest trails, soaking in healing waters, or simply breathing in the stillness under open skies, this retreat offers a space to honor your whole self — to heal, restore, and realign with your natural flow.
 

COST PER PERSON: 
(includes everything besides tax & fees)

 

- $695 for Main Lodge Glamping Pod 

 - $995 for Yurt Accommodations* (SOLD OUT)

(*Only 3 yurts available on first come first served basis. Yurts have two queen beds and can sleep up to 4, but it's most comfortable with 2. Each additional guest beyond 2 people adds $595+ taxes and fees per person).

  -  Tax & fees not included 
 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Click the "register" button below to send an email indicating the number of people in your party and your lodging choice. Space is limited so hold your spot today!  You'll receive a payment link by weeks end with a 25% deposit payment required. Remaining balance will be charged 30 days before the retreat. 

 

QUESTIONS?

EMAIL Cathy:  cathyogi@yahoo.com or TEXT: 410-507-9049
 

Retreat Facilitator

Cathy Shaw, E-RYT 500,

Certified Mindfulness Meditation Instructor, Sound Massage Practitioner

Yoga Therapist in Training

Special Guest Teacher

Bridgette Garcia, RYT200

Yin Yoga Teacher & Sound Healer​​

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"The forest knows where you are. You must let it find you."

~David Wagoner

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Outdoor Group Yoga Session

© 2020 by Cathy Shaw

Photography courtesy of Maureen Porto Studios

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