Join Jennifer, Liz and Katherine for a 4 day retreat that combines flowers, yoga & horses.
Did you know that a horses heart is 5 times larger than a human heart and beats 3 times slower. You will get a chance to resolve, release and restore around our horses! We will spend time understanding the magic of our equine friends.
During our retreat there is time to have contact with the horses; being close to a warm, big hearted horse is very healing. When the time is right for the contact with them, it is a delightful experience.
FEEL is an experiential form of learning during which the horse acts as a partner in the process of self-discovery and self improvement. (FEEL - Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning)
Yoga will be enlivening and easeful; we will cultivate presence in our bodies, balancing strength and softness and integrate some playful exploration of movement and shape. We will explore various myofascial release techniques as well as the oscillating movements of the Tensegrity Repair Series - great for settling the nervous system, joint mobility and core connection.
Liz’s approach to yoga uses simple but interesting movements as a practice of mindfulness and connection to ourselves and the world.
Come and immerse yourself in the world of flowers on the farm. We have been growing organic cut flowers on the farm for decades and have many long standing favourites that you can play with while on retreat.
The extensive perennial gardens and wild spaces on the farm can be woven into your creations. You will have the opportunity to be in the world of flowers and creativity.
Jennifer has been tending the land for over 25 years - both in the flower gardens and in the vegetable garden. She has a passion for all plants and can spend hours working with flowers. She loves the colours, shapes, smells and will sure to inspire you to have your own relationship with flowers.
ABOUT YOUR GUIDES:
Katherine Faraci is a registered Acupuncturist, Cranial Sacral practioner and of FEEL (Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning). She has been in practice for 22 years. Katherine has been on Salt Spring for 18 years where she and her husband have raised their 3 children. She has an affinity for nature, exploring the outdoors and sharing the gift of what the horses bring to our lives.
Jennifer Lloyd is the owner and director of Stowel Lake Farm. As a dedicated steward of the land, she has cultivated a thriving community hub that blends sustainable agriculture, wellness, and connection.
Beyond her work at the farm, Jennifer is a wife and mother, known for her warmth, leadership, and commitment to fostering a vibrant and supportive community. Her passion for regenerative farming and holistic living continues to inspire those around her.
Liz Young has been practicing yoga for almost 30 years and teaching for 20. In class, Liz brings presence, curiosity, joy and ease to her teaching; honouring the roots of yoga while engaging with the practice as a living, evolving discipline. Classes bloom from the tradition of Vijnana yoga and the Tensegrity Repair Series and expand from there.
Liz has lived on Stowel Lake Farm for 25 years where she has been raising three children, participating in community and helping to run the farm business with Jen.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Comfortable & cozy accommodation (or camping) for 4 nights
Scrumptious, organic, vegetarian farm-fresh meals
Picking, arranging and creating with our beautiful farm grown flowers
Free time to rest, connect and enjoy
Sessions with the horses
Daily yoga
Gorgeous natural setting and beautiful indoor spaces
Farm Tour with one of Stowel Lake Farm’s incredible farmers
THE COST:
This 4 day retreat is $1,492 to $2,520 depending on accommodation.
