Checklist for participants:

IF FLYING- IMPORTANT

PLEASE PACK LIGHT. ONE CARRY-ON BAG + ONE SMALL BACKPACK

We are providing a Journal (or feel free to bring a favorite Journal)

 Reusable Water Bottle

 Sun screen - natural/REEF SAFE PLEASE

 Flashlight or headlamp

 Bug spray (all natural preferred) or mosquito bracelet if desired

and if you want to bring bear spray you may.

 BEACH TOWEL

 Goddess Outfit for Group Goddess Photo & Final Night Ceremony. Wear a white dress or outfit - PLEASE WEAR ALL WHITE FOR THIS. (no stress or need to buy anything special unless you want to, just bring something that fits this description.)

 EAR PLUGS FOR PEACEFUL SLEEP

 BODY WASH, Shampoo etc. the retreat center provides basic shampoo, soap and handsoap but not the natural variety. Feel free to bring small bottles of natural soaps, shampoo, handsoap if you require it to be natural/ chemical free.

 Small Backpack or small day pack for hikes & excursions.

 Waist-packs are also a great idea for storing your phone or other essentials to easily grab on outings and hikes.

 BRING SNACKS If you need protein powder bring that along with a blender bottle or shaker cup.

Snack ideas:

-pumpkin seeds, protein bars, rice cakes, chips, pretzels, nuts, nut butter (3.5oz only allowed in carry-on, considered a liquid)

 There has been an extra hair dryer at the retreat house before but it’s not guarenteed. Bringing your own is the best idea!

 We offer Yoga mats at the Yoga studio/shala. Bringing a blanket is a great idea to use for yoga sessions. If driving and you require specific props like blocks or blankets, please bring along.

 Laundry machine on site

 WiFi is provided at the rooms, it is fiber optic internet. You can access it from your own device. We do not have a computer available for our guests.

 There will be on iron on site for use.

CLOTHING:

Weather in the mountains is very ideal and mild at this time of year. It is usually slightly cool in the mornings & evenings.

The day-time can be hot! Have plenty of shorts, tank tops, bathing suits, and especially clothes that can be layered. Light colors vs. dark/black are recommended for hot parts of the day.

• Hat or cap for light rain & sun

• Bring raincoats or rain gear

• Bathing suit(s) always good to bring at least 2

• Comfy clothes for evenings/mornings - sweats, pants, hoodies are ideal

• Lightweight hiking boots especially low-tops like Merrell’s or even shoes with a good grip are recommended *break in your shoes & test your footwear

• Good walking shoes that are comfy as an option maybe good to bring as well

• Sandals like Teva’s or others with straps or comfort features (flip flops will not be good for walking the property but feel free to bring for walking around the house, on the deck, etc)

• Yoga clothing

• Outfit(s) to wear hiking or walking the property

• PLEASE BRING AN ALL-WHITE DRESS OR OUTFIT FOR OUR GODDESS CEREMONY for our final night. We expect to be outside for this at sunset and the evening. If you don’t have a full on all white shirt/pants or dress, you can just wear a white top! We do not plan to be doing yoga at that time.

THERE IS A WASHER & DRYER & WE PROVIDE DETERGENT

THERE IS AIR CONDITIONER IN THE ROOMS

COFFEE IS MADE DAILY AT BREAKFAST IN THE DINING HALL

IF YOU REQUIRE COFFEE BEFOREHAND, YOU CAN MAKE IT AT THE RETREAT HOUSE, WE PROVIDE COFFEE AND CREAMER THERE. NO KEURIG ON SITE, JUST TRADITIONAL COFFEE MAKER

AN ELECTRIC TEA KETTLE IS AVAILABLE AT THE RETREAT HOUSE AND WE BRING SOME TEA OPTIONS FOR YOU

FILTERED WATER IS AVAILABLE ON SITE AND IS WHAT COMES OUT OF THE SINKS AT THE HOUSE. WE WILL BRING A PITCHER/ DISPENSER TO KEEP COLD WATER IN THE DRIDGE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE AT THE HOUSE.

THOSE DRIVING PLEASE BRING:

• a beach towel + a bath towel (or two!)

• favorite pillow or blanket

• CAMPING CHAIR for sitting around the fire if you’d like a more comfy seat.

• A hammock to rest in (if desired)