A Day-long Retreat to nourish and revitalize your mind, body and soul through yoga, nature, and wellness practices.
Join Lark Gibson of Radiant Spirit Retreats for a deeply healing and nourishing day on the Gibson's beautiful 25 acres of land 20 miles north of Spring Green. Immerse yourself in a relaxing and restorative Aromatherapy Yoga class followed by Pranayama and Meditation with Lark.
Ground yourself in nature and find calm, meaning and connection through a Forest Bathing experience led by Forest Bathing expert, Kate Bast, a certified nature and forest therapy guide and proprietor of Shinrin-Yoku Madison.
Allow any stress in your life to be dissolved through time reflecting on a solo walk or soaking in the peaceful vibrations of nature. Or, feel free to unwind and tap into a creative space through journaling and/or adult coloring.
Immerse yourself in a fun experiential workshop learning how to create your very own Essential Oil Perfume or Cologne made of all-natural and organic ingredients.
9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Optional: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. 3-Course Dinner + Drinks
Finish the day by dining on a sumptuous multi-course local and Fall inspired meal. All food is catered by DelecTable, owned and run by Lark's husband Justin Gibson.
"HAPPY HOUR"
mulled apple cider | orange | ginger
DINNER
LOCAL PUMPKIN BISQUE
smoked pumpkin bisque | pumpkin seed granola | vomFASS pumpkin seed oil
WALNUT CHIVE & SAFFRON QUINOA
grilled delicata squash & chrysanthemum | heirloom romano, peppers & sweet corn succotash
APPLE TARTE TATIN
smoked hay ice cream
KOMBUCHA
pumpkin pie | cinnamon | clove | ginger
Dress comfortably in layers for yoga and outdoor walking. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, a blank journal and pen. Wear good shoes for walking on the land.
A few Yoga Mats and props are available on site, but if you regularly practice with your own please consider bringing your own: Block, Bolster (cushion or blanket), Yoga Strap, Blanket, or Eye Pillow.
Includes day-long instruction, access to facilities, lunch, refreshments, and perfume making materials.
Overnight accommodations before or after the retreat. Contact Lark for Airbnb options in the area at essentialoilswithlark@gmail.com.
3-Course Dinner + Drinks (this can be added on for an additional charge).
Carpooling is highly encouraged! If interested in riding with someone please contact Lark 2 weeks prior to the Retreat and she will connect you with others wishing to ride together.
9:30 a.m. - Arrive
9:45 a.m. - Opening Circle
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Aromatherapy Yoga with Lark Gibson
11:30 - 12:00 p.m. - Pranayama & Meditation with Lark Gibson
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. - Lunch break
1:15 - 2:45 p.m. – Forest Bathing with Kate Bast
2:45 - 3:00 p.m. – Refreshment break / Bathroom
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. – Free Time - Journaling / Meditation / Adult Coloring / Solo Nature Walk
4:00 - 4:45 p.m. - Essential Oil Perfume/Cologne Making Workshop
4:45 - 5:00 p.m. - Aromatherapy Spa Towel / Closing Circle
Optional:
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. - "Happy Hour"
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - 3-Course Dinner + Drinks
Cancellations: $60 of your deposit is nonrefundable. Reservations canceled less than 30 days prior to the retreat date are 100% non-refundable.
At any time, if you can find a replacement participant to pay in full (not discounted), you will receive a full refund.