------ *YELLOWOOD NATURE RESERVE AND RETREAT* *Take a break from the race of conventional society and enjoy a peaceful seasonal retreat for a relaxing 3 night 4 day custom detox with Iris Analysis at YELLOWOOD RETREAT, a private NATURE RESERVE in Northern California. Breathtaking, panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada Foothills enhance this natural and rustic setting. *Lodge in Hummingbird House, our restored, charming, clean and cozy solar powered vintage glamper [sleeps 1 or 2 people] and is equipped with a private bath, kitchen and yard. Wake-up amid the picturesque Sierra Foothills, tall pines and oaks. This is a perfect place to unplug, log-off, enjoy nature, swim in our local waterways and hike our private, breathtaking trails. *Seasonal retreats are available from MAY 15 through October 15. Retreats are private and reserved just for you. Two kinds of retreats are offered, both with the option of curated massage therapy under the pines, organic herbal, flower and mineral baths in the outdoor claw-foot tub, herbal and fruit elixirs, and organic Farm to Table/Farmer's Market gourmet meals. *Learn about Permaculture, the practice of creating mutually beneficial relationships with the natural world at this scenic outdoor classroom. *SPECIAL WORKSHOPS (Mid-August thru Mid-September) ARE YOU A FRESH FIG LOVER? SCHEDULE A VISIT DURING FIG HARVESTING SEASON AT YELLOWOOD. LEARN TO PICK FIGS, DRY, AND PROCESS THEM INTO JAMS AND CHUTNEYS. *Our figs are Heirloom, White Genoa Figs and are great for detoxing. All proceeds support the care and maintenance of the reserve and a host of nonprofits dedicated to finding solutions to eradicating pollution in the Earth's delicate biosphere. *MEDICINE FLOWER RETREATS* * For Dedicated Detoxers; these restorative retreats can be scheduled around the days of the full moon (3-night 4-day minimum). *Day one of this empowering detox retreat begins with a custom designed program for each person based upon iris analysis to determine personal health concerns. A detox plan is curated based on individual goals, and your health plan is enhanced with therapies from The Seasonal Detox Diet and The New Ayurveda. * Day two is spent leaning into your therapies and natural surroundings, enjoy a good book, lounging in the hammock and garden, star-gaze, rest and enjoy gourmet Farm-to-Table and Farmer's Market Culinary creations.. *On day-three, enjoy a curated one and a half hour massage at the Look-Out Point. After your massage, enjoy a relaxing herbal-salt soak in the outdoor claw-foot tub while enjoying a refreshing herbal and fruit elixir. Watch the birds and animals playing at the Italian fountain. This is a Detox Retreat that helps people to reach deeper levels of connection with the Body, Mind and Spirit through immersion in Nature. *Upon departure recommendations are made along with a signed copy of The Seasonal Detox Diet, to encourage the continuation of your detox lifestyle. *Three-nights, 4-days all inclusive: ($2,350 per person) *MEDICINE FLOWER RETREATS ARE ALSO FEATURED ON OUR PARTNER'S WEBSITE TRIPANEER.COM. *MOUNTAIN SPIRIT RETREATS* *For Non-Detoxers, these retreats are 3 night minimum stays for those who simply wish to enjoy the peaceful grounds at YELLOWOOD and visit nearby areas such as Northern Lake Tahoe and the historical gold mining towns of Grass Valley and Nevada City. Stock your private fridge with delicacies from local purveyors. A seasonal breakfast is included. *The surrounding area also offers fine dining, quality entertainment, wine tasting, horseback riding, boating, swimming, hiking and biking trails. These are just a few options for activities in the area. Seasonal retreat services are offered each year from mid-May thru October: ($300 per night at YELLOWOOD includes breakfast.) Add a Curated Massage ($300) Add a Herbal-Salt Soak ($100). * To PLAN YOUR VISIT to Yellowood Retreat email carriesoulbreathing@ gmail.com. REVIEWS * "I am still glowing a week after my visit to Yellowood. Thanks for the relaxing weekend!" Jennifer C. * "The simple and serene atmosphere at Yellowood is so intoxicating and peaceful that I did not want to leave." Suzanne A. *"My 3 day weekend at Yellowood was an extraordinarily rejuvenating experience. The view is amazing and birdsong is constant. Carrie is a fantastic host and has done a great job decorating the accommodations with carefully chosen objects and paintings. I really enjoyed the fact that she was happy to share her hard-earned knowledge of Permaculture Design. If you really want to get away from it all, I can think of no better place to go than Yellowood." Mike M. *" Yellowood is a slice of heaven! During the day you can enjoy the sounds and smells of the forest and at night the stars are amazing. I loved my massage under the pines and then soaking in the herbal bath in the out door clawfoot tub. Absolutely wonderful!" Gina F. * OUTDOOR HERBAL BATH OPTIONS* Praise Creation and treat yourself to an enchanting spa day sipping organic seasonal herbal elixirs, de-stress with a healing massage and detoxify in a herbal soak high atop the warm Sierra Foothills. * Silent Surfer Herbal Bath Immerse yourself in the dancing sunlight of the sea and greet the silent scent of whispering pine. Disappear into sun drenched Kelp, made reverent with Himalayan Sea Salt and the balm of Pine. Sip iced Rosemary and Sage tea fortified with minerals from wild honey. Dive In! {30 min.} * Lavender Brew Bath Inhale and flow into the essence of sun brewed organic Lavender grown on site. A precious mix of detoxifying salts entwined with the restorative aroma of pure Lavender flowers. Sip iced Lavender Lemonade made with wild honey. Surrender! {30 min.} * Splendor In The Grass Bath Glow in the halo of the luminary liniment of Lemongrass, Coconut Essence, and French Gray Sea Salt. Sip Organic Lemon Verbena tea grown on site, fortified with minerals and sweetened with raw honey. This pain relieving bath will bring you to your knees with gratitude! {30 min.} * Invisible Ice Bath Bliss out immersed in the purifying song of Rosemary and Mint essential oils swirled with balancing Earth Clay and Salt blends. Sip iced Peppermint tea fortified with minerals from wild honey. Be Enchanted! {30 min.} * Rapturous Repose Bath Melt into mirth soaking in the liquid love of the immortal balm of Rose essence made euphoric with a sprinkling of organic Rose petals grown on site, and kissed with pink Himalayan salt and crystalline White Clay. Sip Hibiscus and Rose petal tea. Revive and come Alive! {30 min.} * Earth Song Soak Journey into the amber portal of gentle Cedar and Sage oils made serene with Lilac flower decoction and detoxifying Green Earth Clay. Sip iced Pine Needle and Peach tea with Raw honey. A Walk in the Woods! {30 min.} |