Soulful Weekend Nature Camp for Women!

Camptonville, CA 95922, USA

OY
Outdoor Yoga Retreats
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44 reviews
Oct 20 - 22, 2023
Group size: 1 - 20
Soulful Weekend Nature Camp for Women!
Camptonville, CA 95922, USA

Outdoor Yoga Retreats
  • Email address verified
44 reviews

Oct 20 - 22, 2023
Group size: 1 - 20

About this trip

Nature Camp for women of all ages to come play, rejuvenate and celebrate being alive!


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

  • An opportunity to slow down as and reconnect at this late Fall time. To feel the earth in its end of year harvest and starting to grow quiet, and tune into our bodies and intuition. I have hosted retreats at this time of year for many years, and the Fall retreats have a special flavor of savoring, slowing, deepening.
  • Quiet mornings, healing meditations in nature, soulful yoga and barre classes. Guided practices with strengthening, liberating movement so you can breathe and move intuitively, gracefully, powerfully.
  • Afternoons recharging with river dungs and beach hangs. Nevada City typically has very beautiful weather in late October and is a sweet spot to catch the last summer rays.
  • Late afternoon song circles. Mouthwatering meals, enjoyed slowly. Campfire Songs. Dreaming under the stars... 
  • Check out photos from the June retreat here.

Nature, embodied yoga and movement practices, breath, song and sisterhood are the medicine for this weekend retreat. And I'm giddy with excitement for this opportunity for a magical weekend together.


The set and setting is so important to me.. as I want retreats to feel like we are in celebration of life with this beautiful earth, with the waters, with fire - sitting around the campfire, watching stars, in healthy rhythm with movement and music, and really rejoicing in co-creating with nature. Like kids camp, for us. To me that's spiritual!


It will be lighthearted, peaceful, playful, and a great time to reconnect to you and with wonderful people. And as always, with space to arrive perfectly as you are, and that all parts of us are welcome - the grieving, the sweet, the bitter, the undigested, the fear and love. 


This retreat is open to all ages of women, and some yoga experience is recommended.    


The incredible space:  

- Indoor cathedral space for yoga and outdoor deck, if it's cool enough. Sun can be strong there!

- Sauna and cold plunge!!  

- A variety of unique, rustic sleeping arrangements that feel like plush camping 

- Beautifully prepared, organic plant-based meals for the weekend. Some fish or meat may be included, and you will have a choice for vegetarian if you wish.

- Evening campfire hangs!   



About the Property:

We have an epicurean, peaceful, partially permaculture backyard garden orchard and entertaining event center. We are nestled in the sierra foothills 5 minutes from the middle fork of the yuba river and Bullards Bar Resivoir either direction from Old Toll Rd.


 The hub of the outdoor entertaining area is the kitchen and patio surrounded and including pizza oven, restaurant stovetop, sauna, bathouse, multiple outdoor tubs, 3 outdoor showers as well as private facilities inside the cabin with a flushing toilet. The outside facilities is an outhouse to share amongst the guests that are residing in all the glampsites other than the main cabin. 


In every dwelling we provide 1-2 beds clean sheets and warm blankets, pillows, table and chairs at least one outlet and solar lights for the canvas tents. Our extra communal space we call the cathedral it has been used as a yoga chale, workout space or late night dance area.

More Details..

- This will be a group of 15 women.  

- I've held many retreats over the years, and the coming together of kind-hearted, creative people has resulted in so many beautiful friendships and circles of friends. If you are looking for more community, this may be perfect for you. 

- All meals will be plant-based, gluten and dairy free. Meat and dairy options will be available at some meals. 

- Alcohol will not be served. If you'd like to enjoy a beer or a glass of wine, you're welcome to bring and enjoy with dinner. Please enjoy a small, responsible amount.

- If you don't have a car, there will be a spreadsheet where you can ask for a ride. I can't guarantee a ride will be available, and at the same time, we've never had someone book and not be able to find a ride. 

- This includes lodging, 6 meals and snacks, all classes, and our coordination of this experience to make it really special for you!!   


Bonus -- I have heard many times over that people make really wonderful friends on retreats. Wonderful groups come together, and if you're looking to build community, it's here/ we're here for you. 

Retreat Outline!

Friday 

12pm: Meet for a hike and dip in the river! (pack a lunch)

3-4pm: Arrive to property

4:30pm: Vinyasa Yoga. Strong, stretchy, grounding flow.

6:30pm: Dinner

Evening campfire + music!


Saturday 

Quiet mornings until 8am. Coffee, Tea + light breakfast available

8:30-9am: Guided Meditation

9am - 10:30am: Soulful Barre

11am: Brunch

Afternoon - Hang at the beach by the river


4:30pm - Flow Yoga, Vocal toning + Singing!

6:30pm - Dinner

Evening campfire, music, maybe a dance party!


Sundday

Quiet mornings until 8am. Coffee, Tea + light breakfast available

8:30-9am: Guided Meditation

9am - 10:30am: Bhakti Yoga. Strong, stretchy, uplifting flow.


Available Packages

Shared Canvas Tent

This is a big 16 ft. Canvas tent with 2 beds - 1 queen and 1 double!


Currently set up for 2 people to book. Can also be booked for 3, save $100 per person.


In every dwelling we provide 1-2 beds clean sheets and warm blankets, pillows, table and chairs at least one outlet and solar lights for the canvas tents.


All glamping accommodations share the bath house with 2 private showers with a semi private bath. The composting toilets are down the stairs to the right of the wood shed. 

1 towel is provided for each guest.


There are 3 canvas tents available to book.


If you want to book with 3 people, it is best if a group of 3 knows each other and 2 people are willing to share the queen bed. With a group of 3 in the shared tent, please reach out to me!



Note on booking: the deposit for your room is non-refundable.  Final payment is due 45 days before trip begins. I run small, high-impact retreats and simply need to ensure I am supported to make this possible for all who join. Travel insurance is also available to you and recommended in case of unforseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding!

$799
Deposit:$400
Shared Room in Main House

This is the main house of the property. There is a living room, family room with a fireplace and kitchen.


This room has 2 full beds.


The house is bohemian off grid living with full solar power and heated water. 


Note on booking: the deposit for your room is non-refundable.  Final payment is due 45 days before trip begins. I run small, high-impact retreats and simply need to ensure I am supported to make this possible for all who join. Travel insurance is also available to you and recommended in case of unforseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding!

$799
Deposit:$400
Single Yurt

There is a Queen bed and power in the site with a lovely deck to enjoy the shady sierras on a hot day, right next to the sauna! Table and chairs inside and out. 


In every dwelling we provide 1-2 beds clean sheets and warm blankets, pillows, table and chairs at least one outlet and solar lights for the canvas tents.


All glamping accommodations share the bath house with 2 private showers with a semi private bath. The composting toilets are down the stairs to the right of the wood shed. 

1 towel is provided for each guest.


Note on booking: the deposit for your room is non-refundable.  Final payment is due 45 days before trip begins. I run small, high-impact retreats and simply need to ensure I am supported to make this possible for all who join. Travel insurance is also available to you and recommended in case of unforseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding!

$1,099
Deposit:$0


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OY
Outdoor Yoga Retreats
44 reviews
I draw on the contemplative traditions of reiki, meditation, yoga, nutrition, positive psychology and integrative wellness to address the entire human experience - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. I teach a steady, strong and spirited vinyasa class. Classes are thoughtfully designed to the seasons and time of day. You can expect to chant, sweat, feel your heart come alive and learn new elements of yoga philosophy in each class. I also love teaching restorative yoga and yoga nidra in late afternoons and evenings on retreat.

Reviews

KT
I had an incredible weekend with Julie and Kayla and all the women in our group. I recommend this retreat to everyone looking to reconnect with nature and themselves. It's hard to believe how deep friendships can form in just a couple days, but Julie and Kayla create such a safe space to be vulnerable and meet you where you are. I can't wait for the next one!
By Katherine T for Yoga and Heartsong :: Soulful Nature Camp for Women on Oct 30, 2024
Fantastic experience through nature, yoga, chanting, delicious food and being surrounded by beautiful, kind and supportive human beings. Can't wait to participate in more retreats with Julie and Kayla.
By Maria M for Yoga and Heartsong :: Soulful Nature Camp for Women on Oct 29, 2024
Thanks for your kind share Maria! So happy to know you felt supported by the space and the wonderful people. You are an integral part of it the beauty that is shared and we welcome you back soon 💖💖
By Outdoor Yoga Retreats on Oct 29, 2024
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JL
Such a lovely retreat! Julie and Kayla create such a beautiful container for yoga, song, and the most wonderful setting near the Yuba River. I chose to camp so had a nice little camp site to myself to get away from it all. Each day was perfectly planned to start with quiet, meditation, yoga, song, and plenty of time at the river. There is an outdoor spa area that is a great way to relax and the whole place has this lovely summer camp feel to it. I highly recommend this retreat - it really had it all - delicious food, song, connection, play, yoga, relaxation, and so much nature all around. The team hosting this retreat really paid attention to all the small details to make it special and enjoyable.
By Jennifer L for Yoga and Heartsong :: Soulful Nature Camp for Women on Aug 27, 2024
Awww thank you Jen for this kind review!! So happy you enjoyed the retreat, the yoga, the song, and the beautiful space. A treat to share in it with you. xoxo
By Outdoor Yoga Retreats on Sep 03, 2024
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I had wonderful, soulful time!! Highly recommend
By Kristina S for Yoga and Heartsong :: Soulful Nature Camp for Women on Jun 18, 2024
MF
This was a more beautiful experience than I ever could have imagined! Thank you Julie and Kirin for creating such a wonderful atmosphere. I met a lot of amazing women here. The yoga classes and other programming were excellent all week.
By Magdalena F for Soulful Yoga Retreat from Women on Feb 22, 2024
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CB
Julieanne and Kirin's retreats are the perfect blend of soul food style movement, downtempo relaxation time in a gorgeous environment, friendship, delicious healthy food and fun. I can not provide a higher endorsement for a trip with these women and feel so lucky to have experienced multiple yoga vacations. Honestly, the most relaxing, deeply nourishing and low stress trips of my life. If you are reading this.....just book the damn trip. You will not be disappointed.
By Chelsea B on 21 Feb, 2023
I recently returned from an incredible 7 day retreat at the wonderful Blue Osa in Costa Rica, hosted by Julie and Kirin. The community formed in a week amongst 15 women, ranging in age from 23-73, without expectation, and trusting something was there for all of us, was truly magical and something I have never experienced. Julie and Kirin created a safe space for us to share our grief, tender spots, goals and vulnerability. This retreat was long overdue for me, as a mom of two young girls, it truly was one of the best experiences of my life. The retreat gave me the space to be held in nature, by new friends, through delicious healthy meals and most importantly fill my cup first so I can give back to my family and those around me. Julie and Kirin are authentic, loving and inspiring in their own unique way, it was truly a gift to be able to practice alongside them and a group of beautiful women. I highly recommend any retreat with Julie and Kirin as it will change your life forever!
By Kirsten F on 08 Feb, 2023
Since returning from Kauai, I have felt a sense of retreat throughout my days. Peace and serenity weave through my day, easing the stress from work and everyday tasks. I am motivated and inspired to continue what I have learned on the retreat and bring it into my daily life. This retreat showed me what it was like to take care of myself and ultimately how that will help me to take care of those around me. From eating healthy meals, to practicing yoga regularly, to calming my mind and practicing kind observations. A huge thank you to Julie for her care and support during the retreat. It was a treat being able to spend this time with her guiding our group. She was prepared and had lots of information and goodies to share, yet was flexible and open to changing the itinerary based on the needs of the group and the weather. Her knowledge of yoga, the island, cooking, and many other great things kept us inspired and in awe. I would recommend a retreat with Julie to anyone with a curious mind, an open heart, and anyone who wants to truly relax and retreat in a healthy and rejuvenating way.
By Hannah E on 30 Sep, 2018
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