Nature Retreats

Experience the healing power of nature.   Try an “on your own” or supported Nature Retreat near Fredericksburg, Virginia. 

I offer individual personalized retreats and  intensives. 
Go the events page for upcoming workshops, classes. 
Book your group for a luncheon & day retreat. 
Individual sessions are offered in person or on line. 

Mentoring others in this work is ongoing.   We learn by immersion and experience. 

Book an initial consultation ( see link on home page) and/or schedule a tour.  Feel free to stay and enjoy the retreat environs.  

Natural Sanctuary

This nature retreat borders a rocky stream that flows down a small secluded canyon to the Rappahannock River.  There are 4,000 acres of wild riparian public land accessible from the retreat along “Enchanting Run” and up and down the Rappahannock River. It is our natural play ground and green sanctuary. Mixed hardwood and beach with ferns and faery rings, and natural zen gardens in every part.  

Follow the stream down to the Rappahannock River and wade out to Turkey Island. Fishing, birding, photography, nature crafts, journaling and creative writing are some of the activities people enjoy here.

Pathwork and Forest Bathingare the signature support programs offered here.  

Features and places of Interest.

There is a tree stand that will give you a squirrel’s eye view and a great hammock overlooking the stream.

There is a pre-columbian rock art hand print down the canyon.

Other attractions include:

• Hidden Spring
• 11 Circuit Classical Garden Labyrinth
• Fire Circle Areas
• Sweat Lodge
• Medicine Wheel

A fountain and bird feeder provide endless hours of entertainment. 
You can sit under the Outdoor Canopy, paint rocks to geocache or make a zen sand tray rock garden to take home with you.  

A Pre-Columbian Rock Art Hand Print on a cliff above Enchanting Run

Check out the Photo Gallery and Virtual Tour.

Indoor Accomodations

B&B Style retreat room in the lodge w/small refrigerator, microwave and hot plate is used primarily for guests who are doing an intensive retreat and need a cozy cocoon as well as the big cocoon of nature.   The Spa room with massage chair and infrared sauna is included.  That can be rented hourly by camping guests.  The bedroom becomes a sitting room for wifi and indoor shower access. 

Lodge at Earthwalkways Nature Retreat

There is a basic 27 foot self contained trailer, with queen bed, refrigerator, oven and stove, shower and toilet off by itself in the woods on a hill above the stream. Great for “on your own” retreats or when you want to be more secluded.  The trailer can also function as a base camp kitchen for camping groups. [/two_third]

Secluded fully equipped retreat trailer for your clamping experience

There is a large group space available for various events hosted here and can also be reserved for time on your retreat.  There are musical and percussion instruments, an AV library and books to read.    See the Program page for list of all the kinds of supported retreat experiences I offer.  See the Events Page for upcoming group offerings.  

The video below gives you an idea of some of the Zen Zone Activities. 

Business and Organizational Luncheons would include meeting space, luncheon and 90 minutes to 3 hours of Forest Therapy or Zen Zone Activities.

You will be amazed at how productivity and creativity are enhanced with these meetings.  Research shows that being in nature and staying present has really great benefits for health and creativity, mainly through activating our relaxation response.  In our world we have an imbalance and overuse of the flight/fight response which is what causes modern stress and chronic disease.  Forest Therapy is the perfect anitdote and brings us back into the wine and dine mode.  A relaxed sensory feast will do wonders to rebalance and recharge your co-workers and yourself.

Forest Bathing On Enchanting Run

This program is also being offered at Sevenoaks Retreat near Charlottesville Va for larger groups or maybe you have a wonderful venue at your location.

Contact me in Fredericksburg, Virginia, for more information about visiting my natural sanctuary for retreats & relaxing day services.