Wild & Well
A Self-Attunement Retreat
July 9 - 12, 2026
Stowe, Vermont
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Looking to cultivate a deeper, more compassionate relationship with yourself? Join our weekend retreat dedicated to self-attunement. Through community connection, self-inquiry, and an exploration of your nervous system's wisdom, you'll discover embodied ways to navigate stress and create more ease and harmony in your life.
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Set on 30 acres of peaceful woodland, this retreat invites you to pause and breathe deeply—surrounded by the wild beauty of Stowe, Vermont and supported by a circle of others walking a similar path.
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This retreat isn't about escaping your life; it's about learning profound ways to support yourself within it. Come as you are, and leave feeling reconnected, revitalized, and returned to your wild, free, and whole self.
A Return to Yourself
Wild & Well is a remembered journey back to your integrated and whole self, where you honor your body's innate wisdom and capacity for healing. It begins with self-attunement—cultivating a profound connection to yourself. Through attunement, you'll uncover your true self and values, integrating mind, body, and heart. This empowers you to extend compassion, including to yourself, fostering a more fully engaged life. Our time together is an opportunity to return home to your wild and well self.
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Nourishing & Organic Cuisine
Seasonal daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) that draw on Vermont's and the retreat center's abundant organic farms. Organic coffee, tea, and fresh fruit is available all day. Nourishing snacks served in the afternoon.
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Green Mountain Luxury Accomodations with Vermont Vibes
Accommodations for three nights and four days at the lovely Sterling Forest Lodge nestled in the magical woods of Stowe, Vermont. With decor drawn from its surroundings, the lodge was carefully crafted using local, natural materials to intimately connect guests with the outdoors.
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Daily Yoga & Meditation Practices
Daily yoga and meditation in the Sanctuary Yoga Studio overlooking the mountains.
Yoga mats, blankets, and props provided, or BYO. No experience needed.
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Daily Wellness Workshops and Connection
Drawing on our expertise and the science of well-being, our experiential workshops
provide you with opportunities to:-
Better understand and care for yourself utilizing a well-being framework.
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Envision a life rich with energy, meaning, and connection.
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Skillfully navigate stress by connecting with your life's purpose.
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Partner with your nervous system to grow through challenges and restoration.
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Utilize your values and strengths for effective decision-making.
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Wild & Well: Self-Attunement Workbook
You'll receive an intentionally crafted workbook to actively guide your learning,
enhance self-discovery, and help you implement new skills during and after your retreat.
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Mindful Forest Experience
A guided 90-minute slow and meditative walk through nature that offers a rich and deep experience of the forest to help you feel your connection to the earth.
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Hydrotherapy Ritual
A soothing ritual to ease tension in the mind and heart that includes a custom built wood-fired sauna, wood-fired hot tub, and cedar barrel cold plunge. Bring a bathing suit.
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Nightly Fire Pits and Stargazing
The therapeutic ambiance of a crackling fire, with its warmth, light, and natural sounds, creates a deeply relaxing and restorative atmosphere that beautifully complements the
awe and wonder evoked by the dark sky of Vermont.
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Rest, Play, Reflection, & Well-Being
Intentionally scheduled free time for fun, rest, personal exploration, or relaxation.
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Ceremonies of Connection & Reverence
Opening and closing rituals to honor our collective experience.
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Closing Ceremonial Gift
Shannon and Dawn will provide you with a token to take with you as you continue your journey towards well-being.
Your Curated Experience
What's Included in Your All-Inclusive Vermont Retreat
Optional Add-Ons
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Wellness Coaching
Shannon Seiferth will provide individual wellness coaching sessions for an additional fee. More information coming soon.
What's Not Included
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Transportation to the retreat center in Stowe, Vermont
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Tips and gratuity
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Travel insurance
Choose Your Soft Landing
Sterling Forest Lodge is nestled in the beautiful and magical woods of Stowe, Vermont. The retreat center's mission is to provide an intentional space for learning and connection that honors place, nature, and sustainability. Beyond the walls of the lodge lives a beautiful, thriving forest of hard and softwood trees. Each guest room at Sterling forest is named after the type of tree used for the wood flooring of that room, which is also found in our surrounding forest.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT ROOM OCCUPANCY
Each room has a king bed or can be made into a double with two twin beds. The Bunk House room already comes with two magical beds and is only available as a double occupancy. Max, 2 people/per room.
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"Shannon and Dawn are amazing! I left feeling calm, determined, and proud of myself. This retreat helped me more than you know!"
Retreat Facilitators
We are honored to hold space for you as you connect with nature, yourself, and others.
Shannon and I met at the University of New Hampshire where we co-created and led the campus' wellness coaching program and designed courses and trainings on well-being. Our shared professional joy is helping clients/students cope with life's challenges and move towards well-being and ease utilizing practices that are backed by science and that honor the totality of your identities and story.
Policies & Informed Participation
Cancellation Policy
​We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise. Please read and understand our cancellation policy carefully.
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Non-Refundable Deposit: The initial deposit is non-refundable.
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Partial Refund Option:
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If you cancel your reservation 90 days or more prior to the retreat start date, you will receive a refund of all payments made, minus the non-refundable deposit.
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If you cancel between 60-89 days prior to the retreat start date, you will receive a 50% refund of all payments made, minus the non-refundable deposit.
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Cancellations made less than 60 days prior to the retreat start date are non-refundable.
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Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment in case of unexpected events, including but not limited to illness, injury, personal emergencies, or weather-related disruptions.
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No Exceptions: We regret that exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to, illness, injury, personal emergencies, weather conditions, or travel delays. No refunds or credits will be issued for failure to attend, failure to complete the retreat, late arrival, or early departure.
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Retreat Cancellation by Organizer: We reserve the right to cancel a retreat due to insufficient participant enrollment. In such cases, all payments received will be refunded in full. Notification of cancellation will be provided at least 60 days (2 months) prior to the retreat's scheduled start date.
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Liability: We are not responsible for any personal expenses incurred due to changes in itineraries or retreat cancellations, including but not limited to airline tickets, travel arrangements, or other related costs.
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Itinerary Changes: Retreat itineraries are subject to change due to weather conditions, unforeseen circumstances, or changes implemented by excursion providers. We will make every effort to provide a similar experience if changes become necessary.
Liability and Informed Participation
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Physical Activity & Personal Responsibility: This retreat involves physical activities, including nature walks and yoga. Participants must be in adequate physical condition to participate in these activities. By registering, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for assessing your fitness level and participating within your capabilities.
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Assumption of Risk: You understand and acknowledge that participation in hiking, yoga, meditation, hydrotherapy, and other retreat activities carries inherent risks. You voluntarily assume all risks associated with these activities, including but not limited to, heat exhaustion, injury, or other health-related issues.
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Personal Insurance: It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate personal insurance coverage, including but not limited to, health insurance and travel insurance, prior to the retreat. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance to protect your health, well-being, and investment from unforeseen circumstances before or during the retreat.
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Release of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, you hereby release Begin Again Wellness, its organizers, instructors, and affiliates from any and all liability for any injury, illness, loss, or damage arising from your participation in the retreat.
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Essential Travel Insurance: Protect your health, well-being, and investment by purchasing comprehensive travel insurance, including trip cancellation and medical coverage, at the time of booking. We highly recommend this to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances. Suggested providers include World Nomads, AAA, or consult your travel agent.
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This is a substance-free retreat. No alcohol, tobacco, nicotine, cannabis, etc. are permitted.
