The Offering
Welcome to our offering~ a heart centered day retreat for the beloved women of the WNC community. You are invited to embrace your journey without the need to change; you welcome as you are. This space is created for you to gently let go, to find connection in sisterhood, and to nurture your individual needs. As we navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Helene together, may these beautiful mountains cradle us. As we uplift our spirits, remember our wholeness, and to find resilience through the sacredness of self care. ​
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Please note~ due to the nature of the event and this time, the blueprint of the retreat may slightly shift, as necessary.
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Saturday, November 2nd
A day to tune into the rhythm of your body, balancing with self care and the community. There will be several optional group healing classes, time to relax on the land, space to receive 1:1 sessions, and nourishing food.
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9-9:40am Arrival window for the first half of day, honoring a closed container for gentleness.
10am Qi Gong led by Maya Carmen
12-1pm Lunch by the white Farmhouse
1-4pm Arrival window for the second half of day, please enter gently.
1/1 sessions available in The Grand Lodge: Massage, Accupuncture & flower essence, cranial sacral, ceremonial
haircut, and more.
Self care central- in the grand lodge loft space, a cozy nook for relaxation, self care and to softly share
nurturing goodies with one another. In the common event space, share your magic and connect.
Relax with the river spa sauna, hot tubs, showers, and hiking trails.
4:30pm Song Circle with the sacred fire. Guided & shared.
6-7pm Dinner by the farmhouse
7:30-9:30pm Sacred embodiment with Rachel Kelley. Ecstatic Dance Journey with a long Sound Healing Bath.
Gratitude circle.
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Friday November 1st
Overnight lodging is available in the Grand Lodge loft, for anyone looking to rest over the weekend or for women traveling a distance. Please see the FAQ's page for more details.
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Sunday November 3rd
There will be a LOVEvolution gathering and potluck on the land Sunday afternoon, with a memorial service at 2pm to honor elder John's life. Women from the retreat are welcome to join. You can read more about that here:
The Holders
These beautiful women will be there to guide, facilitate and offer healing modalities for you to drop into what it is you need to receive during this time.
FAQ's
What to bring, where we will be, these pieces will be covered here. If you have other questions or considerations, please reach out to us via email at rachel@shemovesme.co and we will respond as soon as we are able!
Where is the retreat being held?
Sacred Mountain Waters is a wellness sanctuary on a 200 acre pristine nature preserve, nestled in the mountains of Marshall, NC. While set at the confluence of the Spillcorn and Laurel River, the land and retreat center remained untouched from the larger effects of Hurricane Helene. It is located approximately 45 minutes North of Asheville at 2932 Big Laurel Road Marshall, NC 28753 Marshall, NC 28753. ​
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https://www.facebook.com/SacredMountainWaters/
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What time should I arrive?
Please aim to arrive between 9-9:40am on Saturday Nov 2nd, to honor the closed container. Or gently between 1-4pm for the second half day option. ​Please message Rachel if there is a need.
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What is included in the retreat offering?
So much! All meals, facilitated circles, outdoor spa amenities, self care nook and goodies, and 1/1 therapies (bodyworkers are graciously receiving donations). ​​​
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​What should I bring for the weekend?
Yourself. Just as you are. Beyond that, here are a few other helpful things to consider... ​
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bathing suit and towels for the hot tub, sauna and shower.
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journal and pen for reflection
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reusable water bottle
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personal items such as toiletries and warm layers
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a headlamp or flashlight (especially useful to head to the hot tub under the starry new moon sky)
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additional blankets and pillows for group circles in the main event space or by the fire.
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body & essential oils, card decks, herbs, flowers and chocolate, magic to share and for the alter.
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if staying overnight, personal bedding & sleep pad. Any food you may need. Eye mask & ear plugs.
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anything else that helps you feel cozy and secure for the weekend
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What is the optional communal lodging like?
In the new grand Lodge (up on the mountain), there is a generously sized loft space above the main activity area, with multiple rooms. The common central room is a heated, nested space to relax into. The far left room of the lodge will provide quite ample space to set up your own sleep area, as well as store personal belongings. We will honor quiet hours after 10pm. The far right room of the lodge will be reserved for 1/1 sessions. There are bathrooms and hot showers inside, and a simple kitchen with clean drinking well water. The farmhouse down the driveway will be available to refrigerate your food and cook on Fri & Sun. We ask that you please clean up well after yourselves and message Ashte with any questions. ​
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Sacred Reciprocity & Volunteering
Your presence, financial reciprocity and generous donations are gratefully received and will go towards the many efforts of the chef, supplies, coordination, the land and the abundant amenities, and facilitation. We wanted to make this was readily accessible at this time of need, with half and full day options, as well as overnight stay. Register to see payment options. We warmly encourage donations given to the gifted bodyworkers. We are looking for volunteers for the kitchen (cook, serve, clean cook-wear). Please message Chef Ashte at 863-877-9990 to confirm first. Please message Rachel at 941-993-3605 if there is an additional need. Come fill your up cup, so you can overflow to others.
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Are the bodywork or 1:1 healing sessions additional?
Bodyworkers are grateful to receive donations for their healing gifts & energy.
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Please do not bring
​This space is created with safety and community in mind. It is a substance free event, and we hope to keep electronics to a minimum to allow ourselves the ability to unplug and reset. Any woman ages 18 and above are welcome to join us in this offering.
Are dogs welcome?
Yes, friendly well-behaved dogs! As long as you supervise them, clean up well after them, and they are able to respect the quiet peace and women's space in group classes. They can be kept quietly in another room, in your car, or safely outside.
For any additional needs or questions, please message Rachel at 941-993-3605 and Ashte at 863-877-9990. You can also message the landowner Patrick James Hennessy on Facebook. Thank you!