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Welcome to
The Recreate & Restore Hiking Retreat
September 19th - 21st
White Mountain National Forest, Martin's Location, New Hampshire
Let yourself be held by the quiet rhythms of the forest — where movement is natural, breath is deep, and the mind can finally soften.
We ask so much of ourselves — mind, body, and soul — every single day.
This retreat offers you a chance to reset and restore, far from the noise and closer to what truly matters.
You’ll spend two nights sleeping beneath the stars, hiking through rich landscapes, preparing nourishing meals by hand, and grounding yourself through gentle movement and mindfulness.
This experience is for those seeking something more meaningful — a return to simplicity, presence, and connection. With a small group of kindred spirits, we’ll share space, stories, and stillness.
Come back to yourself. Let nature do what it does best — heal, balance, and inspire.
ACTIVITIES FOR THE HIKING RETREAT
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Hiking - Saturday to the top of Mount Madison and Star Lake (8.1 miles total)
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Mindful nature connection and grounding activities
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Exploring our senses in nature and our inner-outer connection
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Campfire and nourishing food prepared together, cooked in cast iron or directly over fire
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Your own tent space
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Bathroom facilities, fresh water onsite, plenty of space in a natural setting
OUR BASECAMP
Is located in the White Mountains Wilderness in the town of Martin's Location, on the north side of the mountain range.
We will be staying in a spacious camp, surrounded by various pine, oak, and maple trees.
To ensure a private and restoring experience, the site next to our camp will be used as a gathering area for meals and communal time around the fire.
Fresh water from a well and bathrooms are available at this site.
The low traffic trail we will be taking is perfect for stopping and taking in all nature has to offer on our hike to the peak of Mount Madison.
A large communal area with plenty of seating and an impressively sized fire ring allow our group style dinners and social times to be very supportive and enriching experiences.
Enjoy campfire food classics combined with nourishing ingredients, including our classic sourdough campfire bread!
PRICE AND LOGISTICS
Dates: September 19th - 21st, two nights and three days.
Place: Barnes Field Campground, a spacious group camping area located in Martin's Location, New Hampshire.
Friday at 4:00PM we will meet at the designated sites.
Accommodation: Spacious and scenic camping area with a private tent space. There are outdoor toilets and fresh water near the camping spot.
Saturday we will hike to the top of Mount Madison and Star Lake from a low traffic trail near our campsite. This hike is 8.1 miles round trip and will take approximately 6-8 hours to allow plenty of time for stopping to admire the trail along the way, also including our lunch and group activities at the top.
Our journey ends Sunday at 12:00PM, after we share a few last moments together, reflecting on our trip.
A full itinerary will be sent to participants before the trip along with a list of camping gear to bring in preparation for your journey.
Price:
*Early Bird Price cutoff is August 1st*
Single tent spot for 1 person: Early Bird Price $280, Regular $300
Couples or friends package, single tent spot for 2: Early Bird Price $560, Regular $580
What is included in the price?
All activities during the retreat: qualified hiking and grounding guide & mindfulness eco coaching.
2 breakfasts and 2 dinners, Coffee & tea. Snacks for the duration of the stay.
Registered participants will receive detailed information as well as a list of things to take for the trip.
What's not included in the stay?
Your lunch picnic for Saturday
Transportation to and from the meetup location at Barnes Field Campground
Travel, health and cancellation insurance
This retreat is reserved for adults 18+
Katie Jones
Senior Guide,
Founder of The Green Spiral
For more than a decade, I've worked in various outdoor fields and education.
Leading therapeutic and recreational hikes, whitewater adventures on various rivers and teaching environmental awareness in diverse educational programs has allowed me to share my passion for recreation & wellness with many.
After countless nights under the stars and guiding hundreds of individuals like yourself, I know that the energy you bring to an adventure is what matters most.
My wish is to share this peace I have found in nature, leading by example and continuing to ask myself, "How can I make myself and this world a better place?"
At my retreats you'll leave with a deeper meaning of self, your connection with the natural world and your place in it.
Testimonials
“Had a terrific time! Having some structure was a nice thing, plenty of camp time and camaraderie added to the weekend. The meals were fantastic. We ate well and I’m pretty sure the group enjoyed the participation of prepping and cooking as a team, I know I did. Guided focused exercises where nice; sometimes we forget to think about things and let them go (again if need be) or to get a deeper insight into where we are emotionally already. The retreat left me feeling well, focused and refreshed, ready for another week at work and ready to spring forward. I’m looking forward to another adventure.”
- Retreat Attendee from Spring 2025