Wild & Well Women's Retreat

A Journey Back to Yourself

June 25- 28, 2026 | Stowe, VT

Looking to cultivate a deeper, more compassionate relationship with yourself? Join our weekend retreat dedicated community connection, self-inquiry, and an exploration of your nervous system's wisdom. You'll discover embodied ways to navigate stress and create more ease and harmony in your life.

​Set on 30 acres of peaceful woodland, this retreat invites you to pause and breathe deeply—surrounded by the wild beauty of Stowe, Vermont and supported by a circle of women walking a similar path.

​This retreat isn't about escaping your life; it's about learning profound ways to support yourself within it. Come as you are, and leave feeling reconnected, revitalized, and returned to your wild, free, and whole self.

Retreat will be held at the stunning Sterling Forest Lodge.

Discover Your Custom-Built Program

What's Included in Your All-Inclusive Vermont Retreat

  • Green Mountain Lodge Accommodations with Vermont Vibes 
    Accommodations for three nights and four days at the lovely Sterling Forest Lodge nestled in the magical woods of Stowe, Vermont. With decor drawn from its surroundings, the lodge was carefully crafted using local, natural materials to intimately connect guests with the outdoors. 

  • Nourishing Meals
    Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), snacks, and coffee/tea will be provided. One night you will have dinner on your own to experience the food scene in Stowe. 
     

  • Daily Yoga & Meditation Practices
    Daily yoga and meditation in the Sanctuary Yoga Studio overlooking the mountains.
    Yoga mats, blankets, and props provided, or BYO. No experience needed. 
     

  • Daily Wellness Workshops and Connection 
    Drawing on our expertise and the science of well-being, our experiential workshops provide you with opportunities to: 

    • Better understand and care for yourself utilizing a well-being framework. 

    • Envision a life rich with energy, meaning, and connection.

    • Skillfully navigate stress by connecting with your life's purpose.

    • Partner with your nervous system to grow through challenges and restoration. 

    • Utilize your values and strengths for effective decision-making.
       

  • Wild & Well Learning Materials
    Intentionally crafted materials will be provided to actively guide your learning, enhance self-discovery, and help you implement new skills during and after your retreat.
     

  • Mindful Forest Experience 
    We'll spend slow, meditative time in nature, offering a rich and deep experience of the forest to help you feel your connection to the earth. 
     

  • Hydrotherapy Ritual 
    A soothing ritual to ease tension in the mind and heart that includes a custom built wood-fired sauna, wood-fired hot tub, and cedar barrel cold plunge. Bring a bathing suit.
     

  • Nightly Fire Pits and Stargazing 
    The therapeutic ambiance of a crackling fire, with its warmth, light, and natural sounds, creates a deeply relaxing and restorative atmosphere that beautifully complements the awe and wonder evoked by the dark sky of Vermont.
     

  • Rest, Play, Reflection, & Well-Being
    Intentionally scheduled free time for fun, rest, personal exploration, or relaxation.
     

  • Ceremonies of Connection & Reverence
    Opening and closing rituals to honor our collective experience.

Optional Add-Ons 

  • Wellness Coaching  
    Shannon Seiferth will provide individual wellness coaching sessions for an additional fee. More information will be available as the retreat date approaches.

What's Not Included 

  • Saturday night dinner, in town.

  • Transportation to the retreat center in Stowe, Vermont 

  • Travel insurance

Secure a Comfortable Stay

Sterling Forest Lodge is nestled in the beautiful and magical woods of Stowe, Vermont. Beyond the walls of the lodge lives a beautiful, thriving forest of hard and softwood trees. Each guest room at Sterling forest is named after the type of tree used for the wood flooring of that room, which is also found in the surrounding forest.

To book your retreat, click on the image of the room you are interested in. You'll be redirected to the booking website.
Each room has two twin beds or one king bed. The Bunk House room comes with two full sized beds and is only available as a double occupancy. Once you are booked, you can indicate whether you would like the bed arranged as a king or as twins. Max, 2 people/per room.

Special Offer: Get $100 off when you Pay-in-Full by January 15, 2026.

Red Oak: The Grand Suite

The largest room with an ensuite bathroom, fireplace, clawfoot tub, and stellar views of the majestic Green Mountains. Red Oak, tells the story of old Vermont with its raw barn beams and hand-crafted bed paired with contemporary feels and amenities. Double $1,981 Single $3,131

Ash: Linchen Lounge

Large slab slate and Douglas fir walls and great Vermont views bring the presence of nature into the room. Attached ensuite bathroom with large modern shower. Double: $1,581 Single: $2,331

Maple: Sunrise Room

Sunrise views ease you into a new day. Sunlit ensuite bathroom has a full glass shower open to the room, or covered by the sliding barn door. Double: $1,581 Single: $2,331

Oak: Mountain Room

Sleep amongst the mountains with this bright room with the outline of Mount Mansfield that illuminate to give this room a warm, cozy feel. Eastern and Southern views means lots of light throughout the day while you stare out at the Green Mountains in the distance. Private full bathroom next door accessed through the hallway. Double: $1,581 Single: $2,331

Larch: Cabin Room

The feel of a cabin with the amenities and warmth of contemporary comfort. Larch is an ode to Vermont cabins. Larch flooring and two hundred year old hemlock headboard design. Private full bathroom next door accessed through the hallway. Double: $1,581 Single: $2,331

Walnut: Bunk House Room

Clad in barn wood from an old barn down the road, Walnut harkens back to the days of sugarhouses and rustic Vermont living. The bunk bed itself is a two story house within the room with two full size beds - perfect for your inner child. Ensuite bathroom. This room is only available as a double occupancy: $1,581/ person.

Commuter Pass: Full Retreat Experience, Off-Site Lodging

Already have a place to sleep? Join us for our program pass retreat option. The program pass includes everything in the retreat except lodging. Limited program passes available. $800 / person

SPECIAL OFFER THROUGH JANUARY 15th

Get $100 off when you Pay-in-Full

Meet Your Retreat Facilitators

We are honored to hold space for you as you connect with nature, yourself, and others.

Dawn and I met at the University of New Hampshire where we co-created and led the campus' wellness coaching program and designed courses and trainings on well-being. Our shared professional joy is helping clients/students cope with life's challenges and move towards well-being and ease utilizing practices that are backed by science and that honor the totality of your identities and story.

Dawn D. Zitney

M.Ed., NBC-HWC, RYT

Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Yoga Teacher

www.beginagainwell.com

dawn@beginagainwell.com

Shannon Seiferth

M.S., NBC-HWC

Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach

www.simplywellcoaching.org

shannon@simplywellcoaching.org

Policies and Informed Participation

Please review this information prior to booking your retreat. The following page includes information regarding our cancellation policy, as well as liability and informed participation guidelines.