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Nature's Calling
A Mindful Outdoor Experience for Men
Welcome to a men's retreat where we aren't retreating from anything. Instead, we are providing a safe and open space to come as you are; to learn, experience, explore, and restore. We facilitate opportunities for self discovery, personal growth, and interpersonal connection... all within the awe and wonder of nature; our natural and original habitat. Some nature based programs focus on what nature can do for us. We emphasize the symbiotic relationship humans and Mother Nature.
A men's retreat by:
PAUSE... BREATHE... EXPLORE...
The Nature Effect:
What if the benefits of nature go far beyond getting outside or conquering terrains? Most of us have heard that spending time in nature is good for our health. Many have felt calmer, clearer, or more grounded after a walk, sitting outside for a meal, or spending time among trees and water. But, why does being in nature have such a powerful effect on us? Are you ready...? We're a part of nature. Perhaps, you've noticed a sense of "coming home" or "feeling like a child again" while immersed in a forest, floating on water, or gazing at a crackling fire - that is, if home is a safe, welcoming, and nurturing place. Our child parts are ready to release from constrictions, and run freely.
Personal Growth & the Male Self:
We are not teaching anyone how to be men. Instead, we’re offering each person the skills, space, and opportunity to connect with or discover who you really are. This is the path toward connecting with self and others through personal truths - welcoming curiosity rather than defensive judgments.
Here, we uncover and practice prioritizing what is truly most important to you in real life. How much energy are you putting into attempting to control aspects of your life: relationships, how you're perceived, successful outcomes, etc.? Imagine shifting that energy from the need to control to showing up authentically in your relationships, in any environment, and with the mirror. Identity has become misrepresented, such that we are defined by what and how much we do. At least three things are true in our philosophy: 1) our value is inherent, 2) we can reach contentment without feeling stuck by complacency, 3) control, power, and safety are not the same thing; one does not beget the other.
The Experience:
Invitations during this retreat include: guided mindful trail hikes and farm exploration, beyond what you've experienced before, evoking curiosity and awe; nature meditation; mindful movement; interactive practices; forming and strengthening community; meaningful conversation; intentional time and space for introspection, relaxation, exploration.
Expert guidance in nature connection, self-exploration, navigating stress, and harmonizing
personal values, relationship needs, and expectations from profession and/or role-responsibility.
Indoor, climate controlled lodging and nourishing farm-to-table meals are included with your
investment. Meals are thoughtfully prepared using ingredients from right outside our door.
By the time you leave these forested mountains, you'll notice a sense of calm, contentment, and connection, which is all yours to take with you. Everything you learn and experience, here, is designed to be approachable and sustainable in your own life outside of this retreat. Though this experience is cathartic and deeply enriching, it is neither therapy, nor a religious/faith-based retreat. We welcome any adult identifying as male interested in self-discovery, wanting positive male community, and able to navigate forested mountain terrain.
Who
Adult men wanting to spend a few days in nature re-connecting with or discovering their true selves, building community, and detoxing from screens, demands, and/or unhealthy expectations. *Spots are limited. The number of participants is intentionally kept small, in order to maximize the experience for those attending.
When
April 2027. REGISTRATION opening soon!
Where
Talking Rock, Georgia
Investment
$900 (includes indoor climate controlled lodging, farm-to-table meals during retreat, guided practices, and a collective experience that is all yours to take with you.) Special pricing when registering two or more at checkout.
"There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self." Ernest Hemmingway
Meet your guides
Patrick Bryant
Certified Mindful Outdoor Guide, Facilitator
Psychotherapist, Entrepreneur
Garrett Thurman
Assistant Outdoor Guide & Facilitator
Psychotherapist
More about your your Men's Retreat
"Nature permits us the opportunity, free of distractions of the city, to ask the fundamental question, 'Who am I; what is my purpose here?'" - Ken Burns
Some guys join us simply to experience a slower, more intentional pace - away from demands, screens, and obligations; to participate in their lives with more meaning and purpose. Some guys are feeling isolated and lonely, and want meaningful connection beyond work or family. Many guys join us feeling disconnected, stressed, or generally discontent. These feelings are understandable with conflicting messaging about expectations and how to be a man in times of evolution. All come to experience the inherent benefits of returning to our natural habitat. The root of our work is more clearly knowing oneself and learning how to effectively between personal values, relationship needs, and professional/occupational expectations.
You may be amazed by the new depths you'll be able to reach when you have an uninterrupted safe space to press pause on the speed and chatter of busy life, and immerse yourself in nature's restorative properties in this way. No judgment, obligations, notifications, screens, or distractions.
ABOUT THE LOCATION:
Our retreat is on a regenerative farm in the North Georgia Mountains encapsulated by forest, streams, and "more than human" life. Steeped in history, intentional stewardship, and a symbiotic relationship with nature, your home for this retreat offers a serene, relaxed, and deeply connected environment to enhance your experience. Our meals are literally farm-to-table, as most ingredients are harvested from the land we're on or other local farms. In this respect, food is medicine to give you sustainable energy for the practices we'll engage over the course of the weekend. The entire 160 acres are reserved for this retreat. You have plenty of space to spread out, breathe in, and restore. For privacy, specific details about location are provided at registration.
Historic Farmhouse
For those who prefer a more communal experience, this is your choice. This option also guarantees beds (no pullout couch). We'll be spending most of our time together as a community. Lodging is mostly for sleeping and resting.
3 beds main floor; 4 beds in loft
Bamboo Roost Apartment
This accommodation offers more privacy for those who may be joining us with someone they already know, or those who prefer fewer housemates. We'll be spending most of our time together as a community. Lodging is mostly for sleeping and resting.
1 bed; 1 full pullout couch
Historic Cabin
This accommodation offers more privacy for those who may be joining us with someone they already know, or those who prefer fewer housemates. We'll be spending most of our time together as a community. Lodging is mostly for sleeping and resting.
1 bed; 1 full pullout couch
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