WHEN
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June 12-14, 2026 Nurturing a Nature-Connected practice
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July 10-12th Yoga & Meditation Practices for Women
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July 17-19, 2026, Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation
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Aug 14-16, 2026, Exploring Mantra, Song, and Chant"
WHAT
Yoga and meditation compliment one another on the spiritual path – embracing this time-honoured duo, we will alternate between mindful movement and stillness, deepening our connection to our bodies and the present moment through 10+ hours of indoor and outdoor yoga and meditation.
FOR WHO
Best for those with an existing meditation and/or yoga practice who are seeking facilitation and community support through consecutive days of immersive practice. Appropriate for beginner and advanced practitioners alike, as well as those traveling solo or with a group.
All Welcome
Highlights
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Flexible lodging options to fit your budget
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Five Farm-to-Table Meals (Fri/Sat Dinner, Sat/Sun Breakfast, Sat Lunch) by Chef Kori Kanayama from Purslane Commons
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Intimate setting, limited to 12 participants
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All-inclusive pricing at checkout
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10+ hours of guided yoga and meditation with seasoned facilitators: Miriam Dowd-Eller LMT, Emily Adama, MSW, and Ariana Wakeman, LMSW
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The opportunity to practice outdoors in a beautiful setting (weather permitting)
Experienced facilitators offer 10+ hours of simple yet profound yoga and meditation guidance. Mindfulness Meditation and Yoga instruction are designed for all levels.
2026 DATES & THEMES (FRI-SUN)
Nurturing a Nature Connected Practice
June 12th–14th, 2026
This weekend centers on bringing practice beyond the studio and into direct relationship with the natural world. Participants will enjoy yoga and meditation sessions held outdoors, establish a personal “sit spot” to return to throughout the weekend, and learn specific contemplative practices designed for time in nature. Through mindful movement, stillness, and guided reflection, the retreat explores the unique gifts of practicing awareness outside—deepening presence, sensory attunment, and connection to the land.
LEAD FACILITATOR: EMILY ADAMA
Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation
July 17th–19th, 2026
In addition to yoga and mindfulness, participants will learn other somatic techniques that support the nervous system in moving through stress and dysregulation. Practices may include breathwork, grounding techniques, intentional movement (intuitive yoga and dance), tapping, guided somatic meditations, and restorative nature-based practices. This weekend is ideal for anyone seeking a body-centered pathway to well-being that deepens the mind–body connection and offers practical tools for regulating the nervous system in daily life.
LEAD FACILITATOR: ARI WAKEMAN
Yoga & Meditation Practices for Women
July 10th–12th, 2026
This special weekend will focus on techniques and practices that support the physical, emotional, and energetic needs of Yoginis*. Much of the techniques are drawn from the work of Uma Dinsmore Tuli. We will explore techniques that support:
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The physical and energetic needs of the womb or womb-space
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The different phases of the menstruating body
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The pregnant, postpartum, and lactating body
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The perimenopausal and menopausal body
Saturday night will feature a special musically accompanied Yoga Nidra and Bhakti Song Circle (songs/chants in Sanskrit and English).
*At gender-specific EarthWell retreats, we aim to be inclusive of all gender identities. Gender non-conforming yoginis are welcome. We also uplift the power of the female body, and yoginis.
LEAD FACILITATOR: MIRIAM DOWD-ELLER
Exploring Mantra, Song
and Chant
August 14th–16th, 2026
This weekend explores mantra, song, and chant as tools to deepen our yoga and meditation practices. Drawing on yogic and contemplative traditions, participants will explore how vibration, repetition, and voice can calm the nervous system, focus the mind, and open the heart. No singing experience is required—only a willingness to listen, feel, and allow sound to become a pathway into presence.
LEAD FACILITATOR: EMILY ADAMA
Yoga & Meditation Classes
Mindfulness Meditation
Informed by the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program, some foundational mindfulness practices include:
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Breath meditation
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Walking meditation
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Body scanning
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Mindful movement
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Sensory meditation
ALL LEVELS YOGA/MOVEMENT CLASSES
**All Levels Yoga Class**: This class blends various postures, slow movements and stretches, allowing you to practice in a supportive atmosphere.
**Restorative Yoga Class**: Focused on relaxation, it uses props for gentle poses held longer to promote healing.
YOGA NIDRA ("YOGIC SLEEP")
Yoga Nidra or guided relaxation provides deep "sleep-like" relaxation through progressive and creative relaxation techniques. Accessible for all body-types and background experience with "yoga and meditation", this practice promotes tranquility and enhances mental clarity.
MEDITATION IN NATURE
Nature-connection or sensory meditation invites individuals to immerse themselves in nature, fostering presence and awareness. By engaging the senses, participants cultivate a deep connection to their surroundings, promoting relaxation and mindfulness while enhancing overall well-being.
SOUND BATH
Rest in stillness as you’re guided through the body, inviting deep relaxation and emotional release. A therapeutic sound bath—featuring bowls, chimes, and other instruments—supports balance, grounding, and renewal.
Nourishing Food
Enjoy five carefully curated farm-to-table meals from local chef, Kori Kanayama from Purslane Commons.
Kori is a community farm chef devoted to cooking in harmony with nature. Drawing from her Japanese heritage, her cooking reimagines traditional Japanese, American, and other culturally rooted recipes through the lens of Southeast Michigan’s four seasons. Her meals are focused on simple, energizing dishes that honor the natural flavors and vitality of ecologically grown, local produce at peak freshness. The result is unfussy, delicious vegetarian cuisine—authentic, seasonal, and crafted with intention.
Kori gracefully accommodates guests’ dietary needs.
Learn more about Kori
www.purslanecommons.com
Sample Schedule
FRIDAY
3-6pm Arrival
5pm-6pm Sensory Walking Meditation of the Property
6-7pm Dinner Buffet at the Common House
730-8pm Opening circle & Orientation
815-915pm Restorative Yoga/Yoga Nidra
SATURDAY
8am-9am Breakfast Buffet
930-1015am Intro to Meditation & Practice
1015-1030 BREAK
1030-12pm Yoga
1230pm-130pm Lunch Buffet
130pm-330pm BREAK
330pm-430pm Yoga
430-5pm Meditation
530pm-630pm Dinner Buffet
7pm-8pm Yoga with
8-830pm Meditation
SUNDAY
8am- 9 am Breakfast Buffet
930am -1030am Yoga
1030-11am Meditation
11am-1130am Closing Circle
1230pm Departure
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Canvas Cabins
BATHROOMS ARE A 1-2 MINUTE WALK FROM CABINS
The Lower Bungalow
(3-season canvas)
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2 twin mattresses
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Screened in windows/doors on all four sides for the maximal amount of airflow, and minimum amount of mosquitos!
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Linens and pillows (no towels)
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Battery-operated fans
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Located down the hill from The Upper Bungalow very close to the pond
The Upper Bungalow
(3-season canvas)
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2 twin mattresses (in a bunk bed), and a stand alone twin.
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Screened in windows/doors on all four sides for the maximal amount of airflow, and minimum amount of mosquitos!
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Linens and pillows (no towels)
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Battery-operated fans
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Located up the hill from The Lower Bungalow not far from the pond.
"Elemental" Cabins
BATHROOMS ARE A 1-2 MINUTE WALK FROM CABINS
The WATER Cabin
(1-room, insulated cabin):
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Queen Bed (with extra Twin mattress under the Queen)
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Solar-powered minimal lighting
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Bed linens and pillows (no towels)
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Battery-operated fans
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Screened in porch
The AIR Cabin
(1-room, insulated cabin)
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King Bed (with extra Twin Trundle)
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Solar-powered minimal lighting
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Bed linens and pillows (no towels)
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Battery-operated fans
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Screened in porch
The FIRE Cabin
(1-room, insulated cabin)
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Two Twin Beds & Twin Trundle
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Solar-powered minimal lighting
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Bed linens and pillows (no towels)
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Battery-operated fans
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Screened in porch
The Earth Cabin
BATHROOM ATTACHED
The EARTH Cabin ("Historic Spike Cabin")
(2-room, 3 beds, insulated cabin)
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One bedroom/one living room
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3 beds: two twin futon beds, one Queen Mattress
Air conditioning/Heat
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Electrical outlets/lighting
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Bed linens and pillows (no towels)
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“Camp kitchen” with toaster, mini-fridge and 5 gallon water dispenser.
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Direct view of the pond
This cabin is our largest, and with the most ammenities. Additionally, participants are allowed to drive their cars right up to the cabin to drop off bags.
All-inclusive pricing
LOWER YOUR COST BY BRINGING A FRIEND -
BY CHOOSING A DOUBLE OR TRIPLE OCCUPANCY OPTION
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Pricing is per person and includes lodging, programming and meals.
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Price does NOT include optional add-ons like massage or pre-and-post retreat sessions.
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Double or Triple occupancy means you are rooming with people you know and must pay for your entire group at checkout.
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One 50% off scholarship is available for each weekend-long retreat for BYO tent or tent rental/set-up lodging only. First come, first serve. For scholarship registration, email hello@earthwellretreat.com with your desired weekend.
BYO Tent Camping
$465
Same price all occupancies
Tent & Sleeping Pad Rental/ Set-up
$575
Double Occupancy:
$515/per person
Upper Bungalow (Canvas Cabin)
$600
Double Occupancy:
$550/per person
Lower Bungalow (Canvas Cabin)
$600
Double Occupancy:
$550/per person
"AIR" Cabin
$650
Double Occupancy: $600/per person
Triple Occupancy: $530/per person
"WATER" Cabin
$650
Double Occupancy: $600/per person
"FIRE" Cabin
$655
Double Occupancy: $600/per person
Triple Occupancy: $530/per person
"EARTH" Cabin
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ONLY
$650
Triple Occupancy: $590/per person
Encounter land that heals
The heart of the property is a spring-fed swimming pond situated on forty acres of rolling prairie, forest and wetland, surrounded by one hundred acres of Washtenaw County Nature Preserve.
Six off-grid sleeping cabins dot the landscape, all within a short walk to our Common House (featuring a large gathering space, community kitchen/dining and bathrooms/shower).
2026 Dates for all Yoga & Meditation Retreat Weekends
Immerse yourself in nature at EarthWell Retreat Center & Nature Sanctuary. Experience luxury glamping accommodations surrounded by serene rolling landscapes. Unwind in thoughtfully designed cabins and reconnect with simplicity. Enjoy farm-to-table meals, a full schedule of mindfulness meditation, yoga classes, and guided nature walks.
UPCOMING 2026 DATES:
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June 12-14, 2026 "Nurturing a Nature Connected practice"
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July 10-12th "Yoga & Meditation Practices for Women"
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July 17-19, 2026, "Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation"
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Aug 14-16, 2026, “Exploring Mantra, Song, and Chant"
CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cancel your reservation more than 30 days before the retreat, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel 0-30 days before the retreat, we will offer a full refund ONLY if we are able to find a replacement for your spot (from the waitlist or late-sign up)–MINUS a $50 administrative fee.