Welcome,
We are happy to announce our 3rd annual Men's Wilderness Therapy and Yoga Retreat hosted again at Lynx Run Retreat. We had a blast last year and wanted to offer an even more unique and powerful experience that can help men to reconnect with their inner selves, other men, and the natural world.
- Being a modern man can be a lot, this retreat centers around individual and group-based "parts" work, nature-based therapy, rituals, breath-work, and yoga sessions (any level welcome), all utilized to cultivate a deeper relationship to yourself.
- The retreat provides a safe and supportive environment that encourages men to drop in as they explore their feelings, relational themes, and thoughts without judgment while being supported and restored by the land.
- All of this is offered on 40-acres of private forested land in which one can unwind, disconnect from their busy lives, and find greater connection to their core self and inner-peace.
- With a mix of secluded camping and private rooms for lodging, and delicious home-style meals, this retreat allows men to choose their comfort level and needs for the weekend.
(Below: Sept '23 Retreat Crew)
The Space
Hosted at Beautiful Lynx Run Retreat Space in Big Rapids, MI. This 40-acre land will allow you to spread out over the weekend and will hold the space for our activities and time together. The space provides private rooms, full bathrooms, secluded camping, a river, trails, yoga platform, and library.
Who's this for?
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If you have been feeling disconnected, tired, and distant from others in your life
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Finding that stress now occupies a large part of of your life with no clear path forward
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Feeling disengaged and/or isolated from other men and not having a groups of guys you can trust
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Feeling like it's time for a break from the hustle and grind and to reconnect with nature
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Maybe you show up for everyone and everything else in life but your needs have been neglected and life is just a big overwhelm at the moment
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If this resonates with you, keeping scrolling and see how we can help!
What's Included:
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Three parts-based therapy sessions aimed at working on the relationship to your inner critic, inner child and core self.
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Four yoga and movement sessions to call in greater connection to our bodies and restorative energy.
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Three nature-based therapy exercises to help soothe the nervous system, build trust, as well as to learn new skills to deal with stress.
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Nightly councils, partner and group work with other supportive men
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All meals and coffee
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Secluded camping spots as well as cozy private rooms
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Hot showers and bathrooms
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Access to 40 acres of private forested land, trails, river, library and courtyard
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Evening bonfire circles and optional Cacao ceremony
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Opportunities for solo reflection time
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Retreat t-shirt to remember the weekend
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*Retreat starts Thursday 9/12 with a flexible arrival window from 4-8p. Retreat concludes Sunday 9/15 at noon.
Register here!
Two lodging options available
(Hover and click on option to checkout)
Meet your Retreat Guides
Michael Lamerato MS, LLP, LPC
Mike is a therapist and Michigan native who has specialized in helping men for the last ten years. Being an avid outdoorsman with Fly-Fishing, camping, and hiking, he decided several years ago that it was time to bring therapy into the wild where men can find deeper connection. Since then, he's worked at offering men different ways to re-connect with natureĀ and the retreat has been one of his favorite ways to accomplish this.
Nick Zamborowski
Welcome to our 3rd nature yoga retreat! With over 14 years experience teaching yoga, I invite you to join me in a transformative journey where the yogaĀ practice for all bodies merges seamlessly with the healing embrace of nature. As a seasoned woodsman, nature enthusiast, and passionate backpacker, I've always found solace and inner connection amidst the beauty of the natural world. Together, let's delve into the harmonious blend of yoga and nature, allowing ourselves to rediscover inner peace and rejuvenation among theĀ trees.Ā
