Escape to the woods for a unique blend of nature, movement, comfort, and deep relaxation to honor the Fall Equinox. We'll be glamping in Boho Safari Tents located in Oscar Scherer State Park, located in Osprey, Florida between Sarasota and Venice.
This retreat is more than just yoga; it is truly a holistic wellness experience. We've included many wellness and healing modalities to support you during this seasonal transition and to prepare you for the upcoming holiday season.
Glamping allows you to enjoy the serenity of the outdoors—fresh air, starry skies, peaceful surroundings and a like-minded community while still having cozy beds, boho tents, A/C and modern amenities.
The glamping sites are nestled in the woods encouraging you to take a break from screens and daily distractions, fostering mental clarity, creativity, and a deeper connection with yourself.
Being in nature enhances mindfulness, making your yoga, breathwork, and meditation practices more profound as you connect with the elements all around you and within you.
Whether you come alone or with friends, you will form deep connections through shared experiences!
*There are 4 tents in total, 3 of them are for sleeping and 1 of them will be our main sacred gathering space!
*Please be mindful of your time on your phone. If you're having a loud conversation or video chatting, kindly walk away from the group.
*Absolutely no drugs or plant medicine permitted.
*No smoking in or near the retreat tents or around other participants.
*If you choose to have a glass of wine or a cocktail on your own time, please do so in moderation.
*We're committed to creating a safe, supportive, and kind environment for all attendees. Please respect fellow participants and honor the privacy and confidentiality of others.
*If any behavior threatens the safety, well-being, or emotional security of any participant, we reserve the right to remove a participant from the retreat without a refund if their behavior disrupts the group dynamic.
*This trip is not for you if...
-you do not like being in group settings
-you're not comfortable being fully immersed in nature
-you don't like being active as well as being still
-you are not flexible with schedules and life circumstances that may arise
-you don't like laughing and having fun!
*A $250 non-refundable deposit is due to reserve your spot and will be applied to your total retreat cost.
*Any cancellation made between your date of registration and August 15, 2025, will result in a loss of 50% of the trip price (this includes any add-on services)
*Any cancellation made after August 15, 2025, will result in a total loss of funds (some exceptions may apply).
-We reserve the right to cancel retreat if minimum sign-ups [10] are not reached by September 1, 2025 and/or due to a NATURAL DISASTER ((in this case you will be REFUNDED the $250 deposit and any other payments made, less any credit card fees)
-We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing items.
-We are not responsible for airline cancelations, missed flights, or transportation issues.
-All reservations and bookings first come first serve.
-You are required to sign and return a liability waiver and a retreat contract (both will be emailed to you), you’ll also receive a packing list.
-A private FB group and Whatsapp group will be created for easier communication & bonding prior to our retreat. We'll also have a virtual meet-up to finalize details and assuage any nerves or unease.
*We reserve the right to determine prior to the retreat, if you are not a good fit for this trip. If we do so, your deposit will be refunded in full.
LAURA GOTLIN: RETREAT HOST
Owner of LG Wholistic Wellness
*E-RYT 500/YACEP/Yin and Yoga Nidra Certified/Reiki Master Teacher/IIN Holistic Health & Wellness Coach/Certified Sound Practitioner/Certified Sylvotherapist/CPR, AED, First Aid Certified
Email: laura@lgwholisticwellness.com
Cell: 917-669-4152
IG :@lg_wholistic_wellness
FB: @lg.wholistic.wellness
Website: Laura Gotlin Wholistic Wellness
Laura curates mindful, customized yoga and wellness retreats. No retreat is ever the same.
She thoughtfully plans unique experiences based on the retreat location, a specific theme,
time of year, nourishment, participants’ requests, and retreat length. The intention behind each
retreat is to create a safe space and to hold space for retreaters to recharge & nourish body, mind, and soul.
She has dedicated her life to serving others by helping them seek their greatest potential through holistic wellness in a gentle, loving, judgment-free space accessible to EVERY BODY!
She serves as a comforting guide on your wellness journey through various holistic healing modalities such as yoga, meditation, breathwork, reiki energy healing, integrative nutrition
health coaching, sound healing, nature therapy, special events, workshops and retreats.
Laura integrates her passion for mental health care, being outdoors and travel into her offerings.
She has been teaching yoga full time since 2015 and practicing for almost 20 years! Laura has been leading several successful local, domestic and international yoga retreats since 2016.
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DR. NICOLE EDWARDS: GUEST FACILITATOR LLC PhD Clinical Sexology / Licensed Mental Health Counselor / E-RYT 500/ Feminine Empowerment Coach / Vedic Thai-Yoga Bodywork Practitioner
Dr. Nicole Edwards blends clinical expertise with embodiment practices to guide individuals towards profound self-discovery and healing. Her private practice addresses diverse concerns related to relationships, sexuality, and personal growth, providing a foundation for her holistic approach.
Beyond clinical work, her workshops and retreats at SolRiver Arts integrate RYT-500 yoga, expressive arts, sensual somaticism, and archetypal psychology. Through intuitive movement, poetry, Vedic Thai-Yoga bodywork, and guided inquiry, she fosters safe and nurturing spaces for deep connection, personal transformation, and joy. Dr. Edwards's unique integration of psychological and somatic techniques creates a comprehensive path for those seeking to integrate mind, body, and spirit, empowering them to navigate life transitions and cultivate lasting well-being.
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STEFANIE FUNK: GUEST FACILITATOR Owner of Inspired by Salt and Light, SWFL Seaside Soiree
Stefanie will be capturing the essence and energy of the retreat through her lens as well as bringing the spaces to life by designing and setting up BOHO-INSPIRED glamping sites-- complete with cozy textures, earthy tones, and intentional details.
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WHITNEY ALDRIDGE: PLANT BASED CHEF Whitney's Plant-Based Kitchen
www.whitneysplantbasedkitchen.com
Shared safari tents on raised platforms, waterproof
Private Chef will be preparing seasonal and organic meals, dinner only on Friday and breakfast only on Sunday, dietary accommodations can be arranged
Vegan snack box waiting for you upon your arrival
Regular, decaf and herbal teas
Available throughout the day
All levels, beginner friendly- vinyasa, yin, gentle
aka Sylvotherapy, a guided meditation through nature that awakens all of your senses
2-3 miles
South Creek- on property
Honoring the change of seasons externally and internally during a releasing ritual by the fire
Step into a cold plunge tub as you are guided through invigorating breathwork
Gather as a group for collective energy healing and meditation
Outdoors in the forest
A journey through all of your senses
Around the fire, under the stars
A small token of our gratitude
Mats, Blocks, Blankets, Straps
Over 15-miles of trails
The park features 10-miles of biking trails, bikes not included
12-mile paved trail runs from the beaches of Venice up to Sarasota with Oscar Scherer State Park right in the middle. Roller blades not included
Swimming, snorkeling and relaxing on the sandy beach front, 3 acre freshwater lake
Home to many animal species
The park is well-known for its population of Florida scrub-jays
Over 200 species of birds live or frequent the park
Interpretive park exhibit, on-site
An outdoor game using hand-held GPS devices. It's an interactive, high-tech treasure hunt that's a great way to learn geography
For group gatherings & meals
Take a nap, read a book
Take it all in!
Coffee k-cups
Limited space
And ceiling fans
If you choose to use them
In the tents
Linens, Pillows, Blankets
Pure certified therapeutic grade oils from doTERRA
Bring your own detergent
Restrooms and hot showers for glamping guests
Flight insurance highly recommended!
From the airport to the retreat and from the retreat to the airport
Highly recommended- www.travelinsured.com
Only non-alcoholic beverages provided
e.g: bodywork
Shampoo, conditioner, bodywash
Bath and beach
If you choose to use the laundry facilities
Souvenirs, extra meals, any activities not explicitly mentioned
4-5pm Arrival
enjoy a welcome charcuterie box and fresh juices, settle into your tent and surroundings
6:00pm Welcome Circle
create Fall intentions through a grounding and balancing yin/yang yoga practice, reflection journaling and meditating as the sun is setting
7:30/7:45pm Dinner
seasonal, organic & plant-based
8:45pm
gather around the fire for a mindful tea ceremony and cookies under the stars
*schedule subject to change
7am- observing silence
coffee & tea
7:30am
sunrise vinyasa flow (all levels)
8:30/8:45am
breakfast
10am
hiking and forest bathing
12:15pm
lunch
1pm
kayaking and paddleboarding
3pm
cold plunge with breathwork
4:00pm
free time
6:15pm
*gentle yoga stretch- led by guest teacher, Nicole Malave RYT-500
*co-facilitated sunset sound healing- Laura & Nicole
7:30pm
dinner
8:30/8:45pm
*Fall Equinox Releasing Ritual by the fire followed by vegan s'mores
*schedule subject to change
7am- observing silence
coffee and tea
7:30am
*sunrise vinyasa yoga- led by guest teacher, Nicole Malave RYT-500
*reiki healing circle
9:00am
breakfast, packing up
11am
departure
*schedule subject to change
