Solstice Sensory Immersion: Ecotherapy and Yoga on the Lost Coast for Women and Non-Binary People
Celebrate summer solstice in style! Get back into the awe-inspiring wildness of nature; Your skin being kissed by the sun; The simple joys of sleeping under the stars, lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves.
Get ready for a trip of a lifetime - discovering your personal strength, bravery, and inner tranquility. We will live in the outdoors; getting close to the earth and ourselves. Bring your enthusiasm and open mind to experience something new and transformative.
Belong to an awesome community of women and non-binary folks who also appreciate and respect nature, love adventure and thrive on supporting one another to finish that last mile at the end of the day.
What to expect:
We will hike, practice yoga, enjoy shared bodywork and sit quietly in the presence of the great California coast.
This will be a moderately rated backpacking and yoga retreat, so don’t be shy. Beginners who have the appropriate health and fitness necessary for safe travels are welcome. This trip is also perfect for seasoned excursionists who would like to slow down and integrate mindfulness practice into their wilderness adventure.
Required Skill Level
This retreat is designed for both fit beginners and those with some backpacking or yoga experience. If you’re new to wilderness journeys but are in good health and ready for adventure, you’ll find a welcoming, supportive environment. Those with more experience will appreciate the opportunity to slow down, savor the scenery, and weave mindfulness and embodied practices into every step of the journey. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking a deeper, more intentional connection with nature and yourself, this retreat offers space for growth, discovery, and renewal. Participants will carry their own backpacks weighing 30 to 40 pounds with distances of 7 to 10 miles daily over sandy terrain.
Dates
June 21-25th 2026
Itinerary (Tentative)
Day 1: Meet and greet at 1pm at the Black Sands beach parking lot followed by a shelter to Mattole Campground for the night. Opening circle. Wilderness orientation.
Day 2: Hike to Cooskie Creek (7 miles). Visit a lighthouse and a colony of elephant seals and sea lions. Afternoon guided yin yoga and meditation practice.
Day 3: Morning yoga, relaxation and guided eco-therapy. Afternoon hike to Big Flat (8.5 mi from campground) including a guided meditation and and evening community sangha gathering.
Day 4: Rest Day at Big Flat with partner yoga, Thai massage and ecological art experiences. Evening closing circle.
Day 5: Hike out to Black Sands. Closing nature-based ritual. Back by 4pm (9 mi)
“I loved the yoga. It made a huge difference on my body and I know that if I didn’t do it I would feel completely different.”
- Shelby S.
What’s included in the retreat
Packing and Technical Gear Suggestions and Support
Navigational Guidance
Backcountry Skills
All associated fees and permits
Daily Wellness Practices: Morning Sadhana including: Yoga, Meditation, and Pranayama
Contact Yoga and Thai massage workshop
Guidance in Nature Tratak meditation
Shuttle to Trailhead
First Aid kit + Wilderness - trained guides
Emergency Satellite Communication
Food Preparation Class: Prerecording
Not included
Food: Bring your favorite food to make your own meals!
Gear: Gear list provided
Transportation to the coast
Personal Insurance
Optional guide gratuities
Personal navigation device
Personal maps
Investment
Early Bird $599 though May 1st
Regular Price $699
Deposit of $100 due upon registration (non-refundable). Remainder of funds will be due in 14 days.
Last day to register June 10th
Special Discounts
Work trade for assistance with marketing and media
Demonstrated financial need
Book with a Buddy and get $50 off each
$100 of full price for all retreat alumni
Optional add-ons
All-inclusive Meals and Gear: $575 per person
Gear Provided: $300 per person
Food Provided: $275 per person
Private Yoga Therapy Session: $99 per person
Deposit of $100 due upon application. Remainder of funds will be due within 14 days of application
approval or by June 1st-whichever comes first. Payment for bookings made after June 1st will be due in full.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Refund Deadlines: 31 days prior to departure 50% of the total trip cost is non-refundable minus $25 administrative fee. Within 30 days prior to departure, 100% of the trip cost is non-refundable
Your Retreat Leader
Sierra Wagner
Sierra (E-RYT 200, WFA, CMT) is an experienced yoga teacher, body-worker and back-county enthusiast who seeks out inspiring natural locations around the world. After becoming certified as a Yoga Therapist in 2016, she has developed a private Yoga Therapy practice, Sierra Laurel Yoga, where she customizes her teachings to integrate the healing essence of yoga with the needs and abilities of her students in a practical way. Her styles range from deeply restorative, meditative practices to invigorating and mindful flowing sequences. Spiritual themes, building to a peak pose and in-depth explorations of anatomy are hallmarks of her teaching. Sierra loves leading groups into deeper experiences using partner yoga, self massage, and shared Thai massage to awaken our innate ability to love ourselves and each other more fully and become better caretakers of our world.
Special Guest Massage Teacher TBD
Reviews
“I’ve been on two of Sierra’s Yoga Backpacking Retreats, and they were absolutely incredible! I went into both trips not knowing anyone, but Sierra made me feel so comfortable right from the start. She creates such a safe and welcoming environment that I never once felt out of place. Her yoga classes during the trips were such a highlight—they felt amazing after a long day of hiking and were the perfect way to unwind and reconnect with myself. The journaling and reflection exercises she guided us through were also so meaningful and added a deeper layer to the whole experience. Beyond all of that, these retreats were just so much fun! Sierra has a way of balancing adventure, connection, and personal grow, all while keeping things light and enjoyable. I can’t recommend her retreats and yoga classes enough—she’s an amazing leader, and I can’t wait to join her again!” - Susan Webb
“Somehow, I feel lighter and available to surrender to the unknown with confidence and authticity. While the retreat pushed th edges of my fitness level, I felt comfortable to stay within my boundaries and do what I was able. I felt stronger and stronger as the days pasted.” - Rachel Dawson
Meet your facilitators and ask questions:
ANSWERS TO YOUR
FAQs
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We will meet as a group at the Shelter Cove Beach parking lot and take a shuttle together from there to the trailhead. If you are coming from out of town you can rent a car to get there or coordinate with other participants to share a ride. People often come from the SF Bay Area, Sonoma County and beyond. During out pre-retreat zoom call you can start to arrange rides together.
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The beautiful thing about these trips is that it draws people from all walks of life and from all over the country that have a shared interest in yoga, being in nature, and personal growth.
This is a women and non-binary retreat and we put a lot of emphasis on creating an environment that feels supportive to all people, including those in the queer community and people of color and where we are deepening mindfulness and collective care for ourselves, each other, and the planet. Rest assured, this is a safe space for you to be YOU.
There will be one in-person meet-and-greet sessions via Zoom to allow you time to break the ice and meet the ones who will be joining you. This is a time to to connect with others, start building relationships, and share dreams and excitement about the upcoming trip!
If you are an introvert, don’t worry, we got you. The great part of being out in nature is that there is a lot of space! You will have time to be in silence, hike quietly in nature, and to cozy up in your personal tent at night.
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Payment plans are available. I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs, so let’s talk. Book an interest call.
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Because we intentionally keep our retreats small to foster deep connection and personalized experiences, our cancellation policy is designed to support both our guests and our team in sharing the responsibilities that come with unexpected changes.
Please be aware that all deposits and payments are non-refundable, regardless of the reason for cancellation—including unforeseen events such as acts of God, Covid-19, or natural occurrences. We highly recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in the event of unexpected circumstances.
If you find yourself unable to attend, we want to support you as best we can. With at least 30 days notice before the retreat begins, we are happy to transfer your deposit or apply it as a credit toward a future retreat with us
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If you don’t have all the gear, don’t worry! To get list of recommended gear to bring look at the link in the section “Not Included In the Retreat”.
Most people will need to make some rentals or purchases. If you need a personal consultation about gear or gear provided for you please book a call with me to chat more about it. Book here: https://calendar.app.google/wPwzbCdCtndAjLfS6