Her Body: Women’s Nature, Yoga, Sacred Plant Medicine + Sound Healing

Nevada City, CA

BF
Body-Mind Freedom
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7 reviews
Sep 26 - 30, 2024
Group size: 9 - 20
Her Body: Women’s Nature, Yoga, Sacred Plant Medicine + Sound Healing
Nevada City, CA

Body-Mind Freedom
  • Email address verified
7 reviews

Sep 26 - 30, 2024
Group size: 9 - 20

About this trip

Remember Your Feminine Nature


~ Nourish your body + enliven your spirit

~ Heal with movement, sound and sacred plant medicine

~ Deepen your relationship with nature + sisterhood


Take refuge in this nature sanctuary to drop into the sacred stream of your deeper longings and remember your true rhythm by rooting back into heart, earth and community so that you leave deeply inspired, recharged and rooted with clarity and gratitude into your higher intentions.


Immerse yourself in the healing waters of the beautiful Yuba river surrounded by a nature paradise and supported by a team of expert healers  through sacred practices, delicious movement, cleansing foods and supportive community of women.


We gather under the sun, moon and stars to root and blossom, reclaiming our life-force by remembering nature’s harmonious flow. Over the course of five deeply restorative days together we’ll journey to mark the descent into Fall through earth-healing practices, shamanic rituals and embodied movement.  


Retreat Includes:

  • Unlimited access to recharge by swimming and hiking in the healing waters of the beautiful Yuba river
  • Decompress with daily yoga, meditation and sensual embodied exploration to unwind, release tension and tune into the innate wisdom of your body (all levels of experience welcome)
  • Cleanse your body with exquisite, locally harvested cuisine and herbal teas
  • Shamanic plant medicine ceremony to commune with your spirit and reconnect to your personal values and joy
  • Ample time for rest and reflection so you can drip into the river of your TRUE flow… 
  • Receive ancestral medicine transmissions through Goddess Wisdom Storytelling and chanting to reawaken your divine feminine current
  • Cacao Ceremony + Dance Ritual to express our grief and joy
  • Wildcrafting Workshop: Commune with local plants and craft your own medicine guided by Alicia Funk, the author of Wild Foraging in Northern California, upon who’s land we’ll be staying
  • Explore pleasurable ways to regulate your nervous system so that you can return with a deep toolkit of sacred feminine lifestyle practices to call for a life of greater ease and intention
  • Massage sessions are available to complement your healing journey.

Come immerse yourself in Medicine ~ 


Movement Medicine

River Medicine

Breath Medicine

Food Medicine

Nature Medicine

Community Medicine


We can’t wait to welcome you into this ancient and sacred healing circle of nature and sisterhood. 


Hayley Ebersole, Movement + Sacred Space, exploringbodymindfreedom.com

Eve Oak, Plant Medicine Ceremony + Healing Song, templeofyou.com

Vanessa Kahn, Sound Healing

Location

The retreat is  located on a habitat preserve; adjacent to 650 acres of state parkland, along the beloved Yuba River. Just over 2 hours from The Bay Area. Explore creek waterfalls and private trails along the Yuba River. 


With the backdrop of nature’s sounds, the aromas of old pine and oak trees, the medicinal plants that live in the winding trails, our getaway is the ideal place for rejuvenation, rest, and reconnection. 


Intentional in design, the home itself holds an artistic rustic aesthetic. With a big, sunny deck overlooking the forest, it’s easy to bathe in the simple luxury of feeling the warmth on your skin and attuning to the subtle rhythms of nature around. Every bedroom is made up with organic linens. Each bathroom features organic towels with natural products. 


You may book a private king bedroom with your own bathroom, a private queen bedroom with shared bathrooms, a shared queen bedroom {shared households only—please message us to arrange}, a private cabin near the river, or pitch a tent in one of our campsites. WiFi is available at the main retreat house but is very limited in the surrounding area.


If you have any questions about the accommodation, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

What to Bring

 

-Yoga mat (s)

-Yoga blanket

-Yoga block

-Water bottle

-Bug spray, sunscreen

-Beach towels

-Warm clothes at night

-Sunhat

-Journal and Pen

-Snacks

-Camping gear if Camping

Cancellation Policy

Unfortunately, if you cancel, we lose money, potentially a lot of money.  While the deposit is non-refundable, if you've paid in full and cancel between 60-120 days prior to departure, we'll process your refund minus a $200 fee. If you cancel 60-0 days before departure your full payment is non-refundable but you can gift or sell your space to another sister. 


It takes a lot to put a magical gathering like this together. We deeply appreciate your understanding and support for our small, woman owned business.  

What’s included

  • Daily Movement Classes
    A combination of all levels yoga, dance, qigonghiking and meditative movement
  • Accomodations
    Simple, rustic, intentional in design, surrounded by nature
  • Nourishment
    Seasonal, from scratch, vegetarian Ayurvedic Cuisine. Locally sourced and packed with nutrition. The food your body has been craving.
  • Private River Access
    Private Yuba river pools and waterfalls.
  • Cocoa+Breathwork Ritual
    Ceremony + Dance Ritual to express our grief and joy
  • Plant Medicine Ceremony
    commune with your spirit and reconnect to your personal values and joy
  • Wild Crafting Workshop
    Wildcrafting Workshop: Commune with local plants and craft your own medicine guided by Alicia Funk, the author of Wild Foraging in Northern California, upon who’s land we’ll be staying

Available Packages

Private King and Private Bath

 Enjoy the private king bedroom with your own private en suite bath in our main house. This bedroom overlooks the trees and is artfully furnished. Organic cotton sheets. 

$3,285
Deposit:$400
Private King with Shared Bath

 Brand new king size bed - a private room for yourself or to share with a friend/partner.

*please let us know if you wish to share this room and we will adjust the price

$2,635
Deposit:$400
Private Queen with Shared Bath

 Enjoy your own room with a comfortable queen-sized bed. 

Shared bathroom.

$2,335
Deposit:$400
Camping

 Make it a Campout and pitch a tent in one of our dedicated campsites! 

You will still have access to the house, the shared bathrooms, hot showers, and all the comforts of the common space! 

*Bring your own camping materials 

$1,785


Itinerary

Arrival
Grounding. You have arrived.

 

Arrival begins at 4pm

Light snacks await as you settle into your rooms. 

6:30 dinner and after dinner welcome meeting

Your Organizer


BF
Body-Mind Freedom
7 reviews
Part scientist, part alchemist, full devotee of the life force, Hayley offers a path to strength, self-confidence and awe for the miraculous mechanics of the human body. As a passionate body nerd, she is committed to intelligent movement, radical self care and living in harmony with the cycles of the natural world. As a wisdom collector, mystic and philosophy student, her life is a laboratory for experimenting with technologies of human liberation and translating those with an attitude of compassion, curiosity and playfulness,

Reviews

Hayley & Kelli organized an amazing Mountain top yoga retreat. Our group enjoyed a large and luxurious home as our base camp. The views and facilities were incredible, inspiring and complemented the yoga classes which were thoughtfully curated for us. We had delicious meals 3x day to keep us nourished. The last day of summer-like weather in the Sierra's we took a long hike through the trails near Donner Summit. We witnessed the first snow storm of the season the following evening. The next day we enjoyed soaking in the nearby hot springs as the winter weather set in. I would highly recommend attending one of Hayley's yoga retreats. Greg
By Gregory W for Healing Waters Yoga Retreat on Nov 19, 2022
I desperately needed to get away from the daily grind. I was so grateful when a friend reached out and invited me to a yoga retreat at Mt. Shasta. Words cannot express how amazing the yoga retreat was from beginning to end. Everyone was so welcoming I felt relaxed the moment I arrived. Hayley is an excellent yoga instructor and what makes her unique beyond her knowledge of yoga is her passion and the holistic approach she takes towards teaching, incorporating the earth elements with the mind, body and spirit. She has an innate ability to simultaneously connect with a group and individuals, tailoring her instruction to fit the various skill level of each unique person. The food was beyond amazing! Kelli and her team of chefs did a phenomenal job, the food harmonized nicely with the retreat and the natural beauty of Mt. Shasta. It was the most delicious food I’ve eaten in my entire life. I’m 100% serious! No joke! I’m am truly grateful for the experience and look forward to a future retreat with Hayley.
By Renee S for Somatic Sanctuary: Yoga and Earth Wisdom Retreat on Oct 02, 2020
I am not a "retreat" person and really only barely a yoga person. So, I approached this long weekend with some trepidation. Hayley didn't merely make this experience enjoyable, she made it extraordinary. Every single detail - from the exquisite farm fresh meals to the varieties of movement (yoga, body work, qi gong, etc.) - was thoroughly considered to curate three and half days of rejuvenation. Participants ranged from professional yoga instructors to total novices and everyone was able to fully participate and enjoy. I would highly recommend this to anyone.
By Anat S for Somatic Sanctuary: Yoga and Earth Wisdom Retreat on Sep 03, 2020
JN
Words can not express how wonderful this retreat was. It was clearly planned with love and attention at evey level - from the yoga, to the food, to the opportunities for personal connection, free time, massage, adventure, and overall covid consciousness. The experience was much needed medicine of mind, body and spirit. I especally loved how Hayley varied the yoga she led us through twice a day to bring something new to every experience. I was blown away by the quality and taste of the food that Kelli and Ashley brought to every meal. I wish I could eat it all again. Finally, the cacao ceremony on the last night brought deep connection and awareness to our group, and to a delicious drink. I recommend a retreat with Hayley and Kelli to everyone!
By Janet N for Somatic Sanctuary: Yoga and Earth Wisdom Retreat on Aug 26, 2020
What an amazing experience!!!! It was so nice to unplug from technology and a busy schedule. Hayley is an amazingly talented yoga teacher, and seamlessly integrates yoga with meditation and a connectedness to nature. The rest of the group was so kind, and the food was really awesome. I can't wait for the next one:)
By Vinnie E for Somatic Sanctuary: Yoga and Earth Wisdom Retreat on Aug 26, 2020
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