Where are you located?
Spooner, Wisconsin, USA 1 1/2 hours north of Minneapolis, 6 hours north of Chicago
How do I get there?
Information will be provided after registration.
How should I pack for the weather?
Located in Northern Wisconsin, so weather can vary from sunny to foggy and chilly to downright cold depending on the season of the retreat. Closer to retreat time check with us and/or weather station for current temperature. We will email a complete list of essentials prior to retreat.
What do I need to bring?
Pack your personal effects- Also pack tools needed for your workshop. We will supply a list of tools needed before arrival and you can also make arrangements to send tools one week prior to retreat start. You should also plan on bringing bathing towels and sleeping bag.
Also, bring your own mixer for your alcohol.
Where do I sleep? There are two rooms featuring 3 sets of custom made, adult size bunkbeds. There are also limited private rooms. See more
Are meals included? Yes! Although we do give you a free evening to go eat at one of the local restaurants or grab something out of the fridge. Sample menu
Included at all retreats are; Daily continental breakfast with a couple mornings of a hot breakfast and a welcome meal on arrival day. Lunch is provided daily and dinner all but one night when you are on your own. During workshop hours, we will provide sweets, and beverages, so you're welcome to snack. We also have extra bonus classes and activities which you are welcome to participate in at your own choosing. Some spa treatments are included and some ala carte.
What else should I know? The retreats are a unique experience in living and learning together. A cleaner will come midweek to clean the living areas and bathrooms, but to keep the retreats at an affordable rate, we ask everyone to help out with some light chores on the other days.
Can I bring my spouse with me?
Yes! There is room for an rv or local campgrounds available. However, the facility during class hours is off limits to family members, as are meals and beverages unless prior arrangements are made. Check for availability of private rooms before registering. Additional fees apply.
What time should I schedule my flight and which airport should I fly to?
Plan on arriving at the retreat no earlier than 3pm the day before retreat start. If you are flying in, there are two options available. The Minneapolis/St. Paul airport is located 1 1/2 hours southwest of Spooner. You are responsible for travel from this location, although you may be able to find others coming from this area. If you fly in to the Duluth, Minnesota airport, located 50 miles north of Spooner, a ride is available, provided you arrive at airport before noon the day before retreat start day.
Retreats end at 4pm the the 5th day, but you are welcome to stay until noon the following day.
Can I take just the workshop without staying at the retreat site?
As an all-inclusive retreat, our program has been planned to create a unique experience for our guests, so we are unable to exclude the lodging cost from our program. If you want the classes without the lodging, we can provide information on local motels, resorts and campgrounds, but again the retreat cost remains the same.
