A weekend away, an intentional retreat, a kickstart to a healthier lifestyle, a breath of fresh air… the “Free to Be Retreat” will be exactly what you make it.

Nestled in the untouched beauty of Maine’s western mountains, you’ll be invited to connect heart-to-heart with an intimate group of women also seeking community, reflection, and connection. Step away from your daily routine and receive the gifts of freshly prepared meals, intentional movement practices, and the simplicity of being present in nature.

Led by Kristy McNaughton, a teacher with 17 years’ experience holding space for others, the Free to Be Retreat is open to women from all walks of life. Whether you’re a fitness professional, life-long yogi, or just beginning your journey of connecting more deeply with your mind, body and soul, this retreat will meet you exactly where you are.

Throughout the weekend, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the natural surroundings, enjoy a book, or connect with other retreat members. Our timeline is structured enough to provide you with a full experience while allowing plenty of down-time in between sessions!

Kristy’s movement classes have been described as “life-changing”, “heart-opening” and most often, “exactly what I didn’t even know I needed.” Over the course of the weekend you will be guided through 3 intentional practices to move your body, deepen your breath and experience your inner landscape without distraction. You may feel grounded, expanded, or both! These classes are designed to meet you exactly where you are. Kristy will provide the ingredients for a profound experience, but everyone’s experience will look a little different, depending on what you need. Limited to 10 participants.

ACCOMODATIONS

Taking place at Nurture Through Nature in Denmark, Maine, participants can choose accommodations that best fit them.

There are spots for participants in the Mount Pleasant Lodge. This is one of the largest structures on the property where we eat and will be doing movement practices. This 3 spacious bunk bed/bunk room loft sleeps 6 guests. These accommodations are included in the total retreat price.

Want something a little more private? The Harmony Eco Cabin Sleeps 1-4. Beds are 2 real beds: one double/full, one twin, and one pull out single. $150 extra to have this accommodation.

About Nurture Through Nature’s Retreat Space

Nurture Through Nature eco~retreat center is for those interested in a return to balance. Our retreat land lies on the lower slopes of Pleasant Mountain, a local landmark and treasured gem. We offer a diverse and private 33 acres of forest and trails for your exploring, be it along our magical mountain brook, picking wild blueberries on the granite outcrops in summer or hiking up to our Medicine Wheel and sitting at its center on a boulder gazing into long views of the White Mountain National Forest. Surrounding our land is extensive woodlands and Nature Conservancy land, providing a true sanctuary into the natural world.

Our eating space

Release, expand, or both

End of retreat glow.

Sisterhood

Our movement, meditation, and yoga room

We move, we dance, we sing!

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”