FAQ's

Where are you located?
5 day fall retreats are located in Spooner, Wisconsin, USA 1 1/2 hours north of Minneapolis, 6 hours north of Chicago. 

3 day retreats are located just 40 minutes from the Minneapolis/St Paul airport and include horseback riding.

3 day retreats located in Duluth, MN include a 1/2 chartered fishing trip weather permitting.

How do I get there?
The retreat address and directions will be provided after registration.

If you are flying you are encouraged to contact other retreat students and share rides.

How should I pack for the weather?
Retreats are located in Minneaota and 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 if driving, a sleeping bag is appreciated but not mandatory.

We do not provide alcohol, so plan on stopping at a liquor store enroute for your favorite beverage and mix.

Refridgerator space is very limited so plan on storing your beer, wine and mix on porch or in cooler outside.

Where do I sleep?  Fall retreat -There are two rooms featuring 3 sets of custom made, adult size bunkbeds. There are also limited private rooms and a 3 season building (Art Barn) with 2 futons and a pull out couch.  A bathroom with shower is located in garage next to the 3 season building.  See more

3 day retreat Somerset - 4 private or shared rooms are available as well as a pull out couch.

3 day retreat Duluth - 5 private rooms and 2 shared rooms available.

Are meals included? Yes! Breakfast is ala carte but staff has been known to whip up a couple mornings of hot breakfasts.  Lunch and supper provided as well as snacks. One night mid week 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 light 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. To keep the retreats at an affordable rate, we ask everyone to clean up their own messes.

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 and an additional fee paid. Check for availability of private rooms before registering. Additional fees may apply.

What time should I schedule my flight and which airport should I fly to?
Plan on arriving at the MSP or Duluth airport no later than 3pm the day before class starts.  This will give you a better chance to meet with others at the airport and drive together.  Check in time at the retreat is no earlier than 4pm.

 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. You can also fly in to the Duluth, Minnesota airport, located 50 miles north of Spooner.  This airport location is closer, but flights are typically higher.

Retreats end at 4pm the last day, but you are welcome to stay until 10am the following day if you are flying.  Classroom area is immediately broken down the last day and you will have to provide your own supper.  Although I may try to feed you any leftovers!

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.

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