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About this trip
Embrace the quiet beauty of Winter in Wisconsin with our third annual Women's Restorative Winter Retreat. This annual retreat is designed to honor the natural cycle of hibernation, focusing on rest, relaxation, and renewal. There will be plenty of wellness workshops, crafting activities, and free time for rest and relaxation.
Weekend Overview
*Everything during this retreat is totally optional! No pressure to attend everything or ANYTHING at all. Spend your time how you'd like to!*
Friday: Arrive & Welcome In Relaxation
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Check in anytime at Durward's Glen! There are no structured activities during this time, we encourage you to get acquainted with the retreat center, relax with a book, catch up with a friend, or spend time exploring the DIY arts & crafts stations throughout the building.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Welcome to Durward’s Glen and orientation followed by a warm buffet dinner
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm: Guided Wine & Paint Night led by Maria in the Main Hall
8:30 - 9:30 pm: Quiet time and encouraged early bedtime for optimal rest
Saturday: Dive Into Rest & Hibernation
7:00 am - 9:45 am: Slow, cozy breakfast prepared by "Chef Mary"
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Morning Movement with Becca in the South Wing or Guided Winter Walk (outside) with Jeri
11:00 am - 12:30 pm: Guided Meditation and Mindful Journaling with Tatsiana in the Main Hall
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Nourishing winter lunch buffet in the Main Hall
1:45 pm - 3:15 pm: Solace In The Stillness: Quiet creative expression time: Arts & crafts stations, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, rest, prayer or meditation - this time is yours to spend how you’d like!
3:15 pm - 4:45 pm: Discovering Your Inner Hygge - Winter Art Therapy Workshop with Tammy or Honoring Hibernation & Heart Healing Group Discussion with Steven
4:45 pm - 5:30 pm: Solace In The Stillness: Quiet creative expression time: Arts & crafts stations, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, rest, prayer or meditation - this time is yours to spend how you’d like!
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm: Happy Hour served in the Main Hall
6:30 pm -7:30 pm: A comforting, winter buffet supper in the Main Hall
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm: Sound Baths by Krista in the South Wing
9:00 pm: Quiet free time and encouraged early bedtime for optimal rest
Sunday: Lean Into Winter's Embrace
6:45 am - 7:45 am: Sunrise hike and stretch with Jeri
7:00 am - 9:45 am: Slow, cozy breakfast prepared by "Chef Mary"
10:00 am - 11:00 am: Rooted In What Matters with Missy or join Steven in Celebrate Yourself!
11:45 am - 12:30 pm: Solace In The Stillness: Quiet creative expression time: Arts & crafts stations, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, rest, prayer or meditation - this time is yours to spend how you’d like!
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Nourishing winter lunch buffet in the Main Hall
1:30 pm - 3:15 pm: Solace In The Stillness: Quiet creative expression time: Arts & crafts stations, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, rest, prayer or meditation - this time is yours to spend how you’d like!
3:15 pm - 4:45 pm: Poetry Unbound: A Creative Exploration with Tammy or join Steven in Exploring Our Soul
4:45 pm - 5:30 pm: Solace In The Stillness: Quiet creative expression time: Arts & crafts stations, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, rest, prayer or meditation - this time is yours to spend how you’d like!
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Happy Hour and Candle Making Workshop with Country Meadow Market in the Main Hall
6:30 pm -7:30 pm: A comforting, winter buffet supper in the Main Hall
7:45 - 8:45pm: Candle Light Evening Stretch and Guidance by Tatsiana in the Main Hall
Monday: Emerge Restored
7:00 am - 9:45 am: A cozy continental breakfast
9:45 am - 10:45 am: Guided meditation, journaling prompts & morning beverages
10:45 am - 12:45 pm: Self-check out & return home rested and restored
*Retreat schedule is subject to change*
Session Leaders!
Back by popular demand!!
Steven, Tatsiana, Jeri and many more!
Meet Steven: With over 25 years of experience as a Case Manager, Youth Minister, Public Speaker, and a Life Coach, Steven has facilitated many retreats, mentored countless people, and consistently held an office within a clinical setting.
Drawing from his own profound journey of healing and decades of professional experience, Steven is committed to guiding you through heart healing workshops.
Steven’s personality has been described to be like a warm hug - comforting, and instantly familiar. Learn more about Steven here: https://www.stevenkorzinek.com/
Meet Jeri: As a current Board Member of Durward's Glen Retreat Center, Jeri will guide you throughout the weekend. From reminders to unplug and relax to leading journaling sessions, Jeri will ensure your retreat weekend is as relaxing as possible. Jeri's goal is to provide exceptional hospitality, activities centered around the natural cycle of winter hibernation, and a smooth retreat experience.
Guest Session/Workshop Leaders: Tatsiana, Maria, Becca, Tammy, Krista, Jess and more!
What’s included
- Workshops & Sessionscurated workshops or sessions focused on winter restoration
- All MealsBreakfast, lunch dinner, mocktails, beverages & snacks
- Happy Hour & MocktailsCocktails, wine & unique mocktails
- Individual Sleeping RoomPrivate room with twin or full size bed
- LinensBlanket, sheets, comforter, pillows, bath towels, hand towel and wash rag
- Creative Free Timequiet creative expression time - arts & crafts, reading, journaling, walking the trails, reflection, individual meeting with Retreat Director, prayer or meditation
- Serene, private retreatRustic, minimal property in the Baraboo Hills focused on solitude, spirituality and nature
- Welcome Gift Bag!!Curated welcome gift bag with women's wellness focused gifts!
What’s not included
- 50 Minute MassageOptional Add-On Massage with LMT
- ToiletriesBring your own!
- Reusable Water BottleBring your own!
- Travel InsuranceObtain your own travel insurance if necessary
- 45 Minute FacialOptional Add-On Facial Service
Available Packages
Four days & three nights at Durward's Glen Retreat Center
Private room accommodations, dormitory style restrooms
All meals, mocktails, beverages, and snacks included
All workshops, and sessions included
Welcome gift!
Four days & three nights at Durward's Glen Retreat Center
Private room accommodations, dormitory style restrooms
All meals, mocktails, beverages, and snacks included
All workshops, and sessions included
Welcome gift!
Four days & three nights at Durward's Glen Retreat Center
Private room accommodations, one full size bed and one twin in one room, dormitory style restrooms
All meals, mocktails, beverages, and snacks included
All workshops, and sessions included
Welcome gifts (one per attendee!)
Four days & three nights at Durward's Glen Retreat Center
Private room accommodations, two full size beds, dormitory style restrooms
All meals, mocktails, beverages, and snacks included
All workshops, and sessions included
Welcome gifts (one per attendee!)
Available Add-Ons
Let go, take a deep breath and unwind with this exclusive mini facial massage that will connect you with your body, inner essence + radiance from the inside out. Starting with a grounding olfactory skin cleanse and then getting right into the facial massage covering face, neck, and chest.
Here’s what to expect during this 45 minute session
grounding skin cleanse that will bring you to the present moment facial massage with GUASHA infusion finishing productsThis unwinding mini facial massage will release built up tension and stagnation in the facial muscles + tissues, encourage detoxification through lymphatic drainage and increase collagen + elastin production. Leaving you blissed out with results for a more healthy, balanced, radiant complexion.
Using all organic plant based skincare.
Tip included!