HUNTER’S MOON RIVER & YOGA RETREAT

October 27-29, 2023

Watercolor by John Ruskey


OVERVIEW

Join Erin, John, and the Quapaw Canoe Company on this three-day/two-night adventure where you’ll practice yoga on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River. This trip is designed for you to experience true nature among friends, the stars, and a full Hunter’s Moon. Enjoy morning and evening yoga and meditation sessions, gourmet vegetarian meals daily, and plenty of free time to explore, get quiet, and rest. This adventure is for everyone, whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner. The River will provide a safe space to go inward, and your guides will provide the structure for a fun and exploratory journey.

The river level will affect which island we can get to, and which island will be the best for this wonderful, life-enriching retreat! We’ll camp somewhere between Clarksdale and Rosedale -- on some wild, remote island located within our favorite stretch of river — the Muddy Waters Wilderness, between Montezuma and Quapaw, near Clarksdale, or maybe further south, deeper within the Muddy Waters Wilderness.

Quapaw vessels are handcrafted 29-foot long French voyageur style canoes.  All participants paddle together; no previous experience necessary.



HIGHLIGHTS

  • Yoga and meditation classes on the banks of the Mississippi River

  • Paddling on the river

  • Enjoy evenings spent by the fire under the full Harvest Moon

  • Free time to explore the river banks, write, read, paint, swim, nap...

  • Optional hikes to swimming holes 

  • 3 daily meals

Skill Level: Beginner


COST

3 Days/2 Nights: $750

Includes yoga and meditation instruction, meals, shuttle, canoes, paddles, lifejackets, and all river and kitchen equipment.  Pack gear into our dry bags. Pack your tent and sleeping bag, or rent from us $35/each item.

Registration requires 1/2 down deposit (or full payment) by cash, check, or credit card via PayPal.

To register, please contact John Ruskey by calling 662-902-7841 or …

REFUND POLICY

In the event of bad weather, a full refund will be issued. We may not be able to refund if participant cancels for personal reasons.

 
 
 

RETREAT SCHEDULE

(Subject to change) 

FRIDAY

10:00 Meet at Quapaw Canoe Company Clarkdale, pack dry bags, and gear

11:00 Leave for River

12:00 River trip begins

4:00 Arrive on the island, set up camp

5:30 - 6:30 Gentle Yoga & Meditation

7:00 Dinner

SATURDAY

7:00 Morning Meditation

7:30 Breakfast

9:00 - 10:00 Yoga

10:00 - 12:00 Free time for exploring or resting

12:00 - 1:00 Lunch

1:00 - 4:00 Free time

4:00 - 5:00 Yoga

6:30 Dinner

SUNDAY

7:00 Morning Meditation

7:30 Breakfast

9:00 - 10:00 Yoga

10:00 - 11:00 Pack, Break Camp

11:00 Lunch

12:00 Finish Pack up and depart

3:00 take out

4:30 Arrive in Clarksdale