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About this trip
Escape to the Sierras this fall for a long weekend of movement, music, and mountain magic. We’ll reconnect mind, body and spirit—with plenty of time for meditation, laughter and not taking ourselves too seriously. This is also a chance to explore what it feels like to be substance-free in a supportive, judgment-free zone. Think good vibes, fresh air and zero pressure.
We Two Little Birds love creating one-of-a-kind experiences for each new group and gathering. As always, we are busy curating our retreats with seasonally selected special guest facilitators from our local community, leaders in their fields of wellness, who bring depth and insight to our shared space.
Our weekend together will be an open invitation to pause, a time to prioritize and explore well-being. Autumnal offerings may include morning yoga or Qigong, time in the forest (and maybe a dash of fluffy snow), back yard hot spring soaks, front yard river plunges, guided breath and musical experiences, and thoughtful circle sessions with one another. And yay... special bonus! We are bringing our resident massage guru back, Emily Weer, as an extra offering for those who wish to independently book body work with Summit Lotus Massage @ Rainbow during their stay.
We're looking especially forward to delicious, seasonal, nourishing meals prepared by Rainbow Lodge’s own amazing Chef, Spencer Shapton. Spencer crafts his culinary delights with care to support our weekend of health and restoration - sans meal planning, shopping, prep and cleaning!
Above all, what we birds find to be the juiciest part of these weekend retreat experiences, is the space offered for spontaneous connection, curiosity, play, and real-time growth—those magical unplanned moments that can only happen when we slow down, show up fully and let ourselves be totally real.
We're super excited to have you join us at the historic and newly vibrant Rainbow Lodge for a weekend of presence, reflection and renewal. This cozy, vice-free retreat is designed to help you slow down, reset and tap into your natural clarity and strength within. No two retreats are ever the same, because at Two Little Birds Retreats... we’re different!
COMINGS AND GOINGS:
Check-in is Thursday between 4pm-8pm. (Light soup will be provided for those who don't stop to dine along the way.)
Check-out is Sunday after brunch.
PRICING AND POLICIES IN BIG BOLD PRINT:
Tuition ranges from $1295 to $1785 depending on your room choice. **
NOTE: YOUR $500 DEPOSIT UPON BOOKING IS NON-REFUNDABLE - UNLESS YOU ARE ABLE TO FIND A DIRECT REPLACEMENT FOR YOUR BOOKING(S), IN WHICH CASE, WE CAN RETURN YOUR DEPOSIT, LESS A $160 ADMIN FEE, PER BOOKING. Quite a bit of time and effort goes into adjusting between cancelations, re-bookings, re-marketing and room changes, and while a waitlist is helpful, it is by no means magical. Deposits are in place for this reason. We really appreciate your understanding! Be sure to double check your calendar (+ work, school, sports & family cals) carefully before booking.
WE HAVE A 30 DAY CANCELATION POLICY FOR OUR WEEKEND RETREATS. YOUR FINAL TUITION PAYMENT IS DUE ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THE RETREAT AND IS NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER THAT DATE. We recommend you mark your calendars with reminders accordingly if you are unsure of your commitment level.
Please sort out any roommates in advance of registration (available for shared rooms only). Thank you!
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
We STRONGLY recommend you purchase TRAVEL INSURANCE for all retreats. Be sure to confirm that your chosen travel insurance covers weather, illness, natural disaster, etc. Please be aware that we have fixed costs that prevent us from offering full refunds.
** Message us at [email protected] to inquire about a possible scholarship opportunity. Scholarships are limited and need-based.
What’s included
- 3 Nights LodgingCurl up in your new happy place Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at the historic Rainbow Lodge.
- MealsMeals are thoughtfully prepared for you, from your light dinner Thursday until Sunday brunch. Yum up seasonal, fruit and veggie filled, healthful meals by our stellar Rainbow Chef, Spencer Shapton.
- YogaMorning and/or evening yoga sessions begin and end your days. A variety of yoga styles will be on the menu, accessible to all levels of practitioner.
- Qigong, Breath, Music...Scrub out stuck stories, and re-invigorate somatically through a variety of healing modalities such as Qigong, breathwork, sound healing, kirtan and more.
- Big Magic TimeEnjoy creative exploration, celebrating the healing power of craft and play, minus perfection.
- Hot Springs SoaksWhatever the weather, bring your swim suit to soak outside in our homemade hot spring.
- River DipsConfront your comfort zone with crisp, immune-boosting dips in the healing waters of the gurgling Yuba River bend, if the weather allows.
- Nervous System WorkshopTake a deeper dive into East+West medicine with our in-nest nervous system aficionado, Nicole Koch, to share some profound and deeply healing tips and tricks on nervous system regulation.
- Wellness Guest TeacherOpen your mind to wellness experts in fields ranging from herbology to music to neuroscience to hormones. Holistic education is a big part of what you can expect and get excited about on retreat!
What’s not included
- TransportationGrab your pals and hit the road... plenty of free parking. If you're traveling by air, Reno or Sacramento are your best bets (60ish min). Amtrak has a stop in Truckee (20 min) if you’re into trains!
- Summit Lotus MassagesEmily is an Esalen® massage teacher, certified tantra & intimacy coach, yoga instructor, bodyworker, kirtan musician, intuitive energy & sound healer. She and her vetted crew provide epic body work!
Available Packages
Bestie up in a shared room with 2 Queens + its own Full Bath. We've got just 2 of these rooms available, so get'er done. See below for the *new how-to guide* on booking a shared room:
*SHARED ROOMS ARE NOW BOOKED IN PAIRS, $1295 per person.
Roommate #1 will book the room and submit both deposits, then add roommate #2 after booking. Please do not book a shared room without confirming with your roommate, as you will be responsible for both bookings.
TIP: Choose who is booking and managing the payments for your duo, and then sort out any reimbursements amongst yourselves via venmo or other. (You may also contribute to shared payments directly through WeTravel, like this: https://help.wetravel.com/en/articles/4498861-how-to-set-up-a-contribution-page.)
If you need help adding your roomie, here's a little tutorial: https://help.wetravel.com/en/articles/2065908-how-to-add-additional-people-to-my-booking
Save some dollars and still enjoy your own space in a Full Room + 1/2 Bath ammenities (sink and small shower). Just pop across the hall for your loo!
Cozy up with yourself in the privacy of your own Queen Room + Full Bath ammenities. Retreat perfection.
Enjoy extra space to breath in your King Room + Full Bathroom. Stretch out and spread those wings in your big, roomy bed, all to yourself.
Enjoy a spacious corner room with loads of natural light and beautiful views. Queen bed + full private bath.