
about this retreat
This is a women’s retreat designed to offer rest, reflection, and spiritual renewal. While we do have a schedule of events and activities to guide our time together, we also understand the
importance of personal devotion and flexibility.
Mass Attendance & Meals:
You're welcome to attend Mass on your own time, based on your personal schedule and
spiritual needs. Likewise, dinner arrangements can be made individually if you prefer
something outside of the group setting.
This retreat is about creating space for what your heart needs most — whether that's time in
community or quiet moments on your own.
The fall equinox signifies a moment of equilibrium between daylight and darkness, serving as a powerful reminder to seek balance in our own lives, much like nature is transitioning from summer's abundance to winter's rest, allowing us to harvest harmony by reflecting on our own experiences and finding inner equilibrium.
Finding harmony in gratitude and grace means cultivating a mindset where you actively acknowledge and appreciate the good in your life (gratitude), while simultaneously accepting imperfections and extending kindness to yourself and others with an understanding of life's challenges (grace), leading to a sense of inner peace and balance; essentially, being thankful for what you have while also recognizing that not everything is always perfect and allowing for forgiveness and compassion.
May this weekend provide you an opportunity to seek a harmonized balance in yourself as you focus your mind on gratitude and grace toward all of life, including yourself!
SATRUDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th - BYOB (Wine Only) there will be a firepit available
Accessibility Notice:
Please note that this retreat includes a variety of group activities that may involve walking, standing for extended periods, and navigating uneven terrain. In order to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees, we kindly ask that participants be able to fully engage in the retreat schedule without requiring mobility assistance that could limit the group’s movement or timing.
We deeply value inclusion and want everyone to have a meaningful experience. If you have specific concerns or needs, please reach out to us in advance so we can discuss accommodations or future retreat opportunities that may be a better fit.
$325 per person
retreat includes
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Lodging
itinerary
Friday, September 26
4:00pm – 5:00pm Registration and settle in room (cafeteria)
5:00pm – 5:30pm Grounds Tour
5:30pm – 6:30pm Dinner (cafeteria)
7:00pm – 7:45pm Intros & Convos (barn)
8:00pm – 8:30pm Evening Yoga and Mindful Meditation session (barn or outside)
Saturday, September 27
8:00am – 8:15am Wake Up Morning Yoga session (barn or outside)
8:30am - 9:30am Breakfast with Gratitude & Grace Discussion (cafeteria)
9:30am - 12:00pm Clay Gratitude Pendant & Gratitude Stone Crafts (cafeteria)
12:30pm – 1:30pm Lunch & Nature Connection discussion (cafeteria)
1:30pm – 3:30pm Nature Connection Invitations
(individual forest bathing experiences) & Journaling
3:30pm – 4:00pm Sharing & Wild Tea Ceremony (start in cafeteria)
4:30pm - 5:30pm Wild Asana Yin Yoga & Mindful Meditation session (barn or outside)
5:30pm – 6:30pm Dinner (cafeteria)
6:45pm – 8:30pm Personal Time
Sunday, September 28
8:30am – 9:30am Breakfast & Taking Gratitude & Grace Home discussion (cafeteria)
9:30am – 10:30am Complete Clay Gratitude Pendant Necklace (cafeteria)
11:00am -12:00pm Wild Asana Yin Yoga & Mindful Meditation session (barn)
12:00pm Departure
My name is Jeannine Wonderling
I started practicing yoga and meditation while entering into my middled-age years, as things were changing drastically in my life. The practice allowed me to feel stronger both mentally and physically, helped alleviate stress and anxiety, and helped me sleep more soundly each night. In addition to becoming a certified RYT 200 Yoga Instructor in 2023, I also started my study of Shinrin Yoku, or Forest Bathing. In October 2024, I became certified as a Forest Therapy Guide. I enjoy hiking and walking outdoors, sewing, theater, music and travel. I live in the Altoona area with my partner, my youngest daughter, and our two crazy goldendoodles
