Feeling exhausted?

Lost your north star?

Constant overwhelm?

It’s time to throw on a pair of jeans and boots, take a break and revive your inner Wild Island Woman. Join us for a very special overnight women’s retreat at Rathmore Farm in the upper Derwent Valley.

The magic of autumn is all about slowing down. Going within. Reflecting. Feeling supported and at ease to be more of ourselves.

Enjoy fresh locally prepared meals, inspiring activities and experiences with like-minded souls.

Friday

Check in independently from 3-6:30 pm or Saturday Morning at 8am

7:30 pm light dinner around the fire for early arrivees.

Day 1:

9 am Welcome and ceremony.

10:00 am Morning activities

Break into 2 x groups of 4

Alternating between 1.5 hours of Equine Therapy sessions; and

Session with Alanna Meredith

https://www.alannameredith.com/ceremonies-retreats

In a group of max 4 Alanna with curate an open a safe space meaningful and transformative experiences that offer those who attend a deeper seat within themselves.

Through self practice, pair work and group sharing we grow together, coming to realise that we are each other and that each of us is a home, full of the one thing our heart longs for most – to love the life we have been given.

1 pm Lunch

2 - 7 pm Kayaking - River Derwent Repulse Dam to Meadowbank Dam- Debreif at Lawrenny Estate for Tasting & Cheese. This is a novice kayaking trip following flow of the River. No Experience necessary.

8 pm Dinner at Rathmore

9 pm Campfire under the stars

Day 2

8 am Breakfast - Rathmore

Breakdown to 2 x groups of 4

9 am Equine Assisted Learning Sessions and group work with Alannah

12 noon Morning tea/light lunch Closing Ceremony

Very low Covid risk activity. Outside and masks must be worn on van and travel bus time under 15 mins each way. If you have symptoms before trip please provide proof of positive test for a transfer to another trip within 24 hours of departure. Otherwise no refunds for this trip. Can be transfered to friend if arranged by buyer. Or if we have women on waitlist.

What is Equine Assisted Learning (EAL)?

EAL is an educational experience where horses are the teachers. EAL is a unique approach to human development that encourages individual and team growth. Working with horses gives as a practical way to test how effectively we’re communicating and interacting with ourselves and others. Within the sessions above we will explore intention, connection and self-leadership with fully qualified Facilitator Fiona Weaver.

Please note that no experience with horses is needed. No riding is involved as participants engage in objectively driven experiences with amazing horses on the ground.

How long and hard is the kayaking on Saturday?

Saturday afternoon kayak adventure is for ladies who are novice kayakers and/or women who are looking for a kayak adventure to build confidence on the moving water. This section of the River Derwent offers a mix of relaxing gentle flowing river sections, platypus feeding pools, beautiful scenery and fun introductory easy rapid sections. If you are looking to escape to nature, have an adventure with like-minded souls and/or wanting to learn new skills in a very supportive and friendly environment this is the trip for you.

Participants MUST be able to have basis swim and have moderate mobility/fitness and free from mobility issues.

All activities are not compulsory however please let us know if you're not attending any planned activities 7 days prior to event date.

Rathmore House - Nestled beside the Derwent Valley is the rural oasis, Rathmore. A historic Tasmanian sheep property offering a chance to sidestep the busy world, slow down and savour the simple rural relaxation. Price include your own room. We've left a little space between activities for you to wander, reflect or do some platypus spotting on the Dew Rivulet. It’s up to you. Do as much or as little as you wish!

Address: 2158 Hollow Tree Road, Hollow Tree - located an hour from Hobart CBD.

Price includes two night stay on the Friday and Saturday evening in your own room. Rooms will be either in the Shearers' Quarters or Main House.

So you can relax and enjoy our upcoming retreat we have implemented a COVID-19 Safety Plan. This will ensure that we look after ourselves and each other over the weekend.

The main points are: - We will provide hand sanitiser for use before, during and after activities and in your room at Rathmore. - Observation of social distancing rules on the day. - Every participant will have their own room. If needed we will implement masks in the van however most activities are outside and considered low risk.

No refunds exchanges can be arranged on request. If participants are feeling unwell before the retreat date please contact event organiser on 0417 008 422.

Please contact fiona@tassiebound.com.au for further information about this retreat.