Quiet your mind, engage your body, and be deeply nourished in this immersive 2-night, 3-day retreat that includes yoga, meditation, breathwork, kirtan, sacred sound, locally sourced organic food, nature, and so much more! 

The retreat will take place at the beautiful Trout Lake Abbey, a Buddhist retreat center and organic farm, located on a 23 acre sanctuary with a stunning view of Mt Adams. The Abbey's mission is to support the well-being of all living things and provides a home for people of all beliefs to find peace. 

Yoga & Meditation

Crystal is a Retreat Leader, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Reiki Master, and Author of Yoga Beyond the Physical. She is the co-founder of the Teton Yoga Festival and Leaders of Unity. She is passionate about aligning individuals with a higher purpose, that supports the well-being of our planet, and strengthens the interconnectedness of humanity.  @crystalborup

Kirtan & Sacred Sound

Kavita is a musician, performer and transformational creative guide who brings over 20 years of teaching, sharing kirtan & study of Naad (sound) yoga & Hindustani vocal practice to her classes and offerings. She facilitates at retreats, workshops, private & group classes & spiritual festivals internationally. @kavitakatmacmillan

Adina draws upon 20+ years of training in hypnosis, meditation, energy & bodywork, music, movement practice, breathwork, retreat facilitation and her own transformational healing processes to intuitively guide participants into deep and connected awareness within their inner realms. She will be offering ecstatic dance and vibrational sound table sessions at this retreat. Click HERE to learn more about Adina.

Private Chef

Kristen Young started cooking at an early age alongside her mother and Grandfather.  She attended culinary school in Chicago, promptly moved to San Diego where she worked as a Private Chef for over 10 years.  With the help of some friends, Kristen created a pop up dinner group called Table by Destination, t.b.d., featuring themed dinners based on the seasons, the location and their whims.  They partnered with farms, breweries and wineries to create unique, one time only dinner events for people to enjoy.  Now here, in the Columbia Gorge, Kristen still cooks and occasionally hosts pop up dinners at her property pulling from her garden and what nature has to offer.  An Advent gardener and baker, she also loves to explore nature by hiking and paddle boarding.

Professional Photographer

Mattea is a Multi-Disciplinary Creative, based in the Columbia River Gorge. She has spent her career working alongside an amazing collective of Artisans, and Creative Professionals. Honing in on her skills and expanding her artistry and experiences. In 2022 she created her Creative Consultation business Oso&Co. Creative, and specializes in a variety of creative forms. With a current concentration in photography & design; capturing authentic and genuine moments during gatherings and events, and creating captivating design work for her clientele in the Gorge and the Pacific Northwest.

Photos: Mattea will divide her time during the retreat between, taking photos and actively participating in the experience. Her goal is to capture the magic of our retreat, ensuring that all participants have something to remember our special weekend. Once Mattea completes the editing and uploading process, a link to all the retreat photos will be emailed to everyone. These photos will be accessible for purchase and download.

For a full refund cancellations must be made 90+ days in advance. 50% refund 60+ days in advance. No refund after that unless we are able to fill your spot, but this cannot be guaranteed. 

I acknowledge that there are certain risks involved in the participation of retreat activities related to exercise including, but not limited to yoga. I hereby personally assume all risk in connection with the retreat, including injuries or accidents incurred before, during or after the retreat, arising from general use of the facility. I further release Kavita Kat Macmillan and Borup Popenoe LLC, its owners, instructors, teachers, agents and operators for any injury or damage that may befall connected therewith, whether foreseen, or unforeseen. I understand that the majority of the catering is being offered by Kristin Young and that best efforts to accommodate dietary restrictions will be made, but cross contamination cannot be guaranteed. I hereby release Borup Popenoe LLC, and Kavita Kat Macmillan its owners, instructors, teachers, agents and operators for any foodborne illness that may befall connected therewith, whether foreseen, or unforeseen, and further to save and hold harmless Kavita Kat Macmillan and Borup Popenoe LLC, its owners, instructors, teachers, agents or operators from any claim by me, or my family, estate, heirs or assigns, arising out of my enrollment and participation on retreat with Kavita Kat Macmillan and Borup Popenoe LLC. I assume my own responsibility of physical fitness and capability to perform under the conditions of the classes and activities offered by Kavita Kat Macmillan and Borup Popenoe LLC.