The energy of the August Sturgeon Moon is all about strength, resilience, and abundance. It's a time to honor the hard work you've put in and celebrate your progress. This full moon encourages you to embrace change, release what no longer serves you, and prepare for the next phase of your journey. That's exactly what we will be focusing on during the Wild Goddess Retreat.
I have joined energies with Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Holistic Life Coach, and Women’s Empowerment Expert, Leanne Jamison to offer you an unforgettable weekend filled with adventure, celebration, sweet release, freedom, expression, and of course, relaxation.
Meet Leanne Jamison, founder of The Institute for Female Trailblazers.
Leanne's mission is to ignite, empower, and uplift. Her work has encouraged countless women to live an authentic, purpose-driven live while creating a legacy of impact and inspiration.
Leanne believes that every woman holds the power to overcome life’s challenges, embrace her innate brilliance, and align with the life she’s destined to lead.
"By reconnecting with her authentic self and stepping fully into her potential, a woman becomes an unstoppable force of transformation—for herself, her community, and the world. A true GODDESS!"
“Who is She? She is your power, your feminine source. The Goddess. The great mystery. The web-weaver. The first time, the twentieth time you may not recognize her. Or pretend not to hear. As she fills your body with ripples of terror and delight. But when she calls you will know you’ve been called. Then it is up to you to decide if you will answer.”
― Lucy H. Pearce, Burning Woman
Will you answer her call to join us under the light of the full moon?
Your Wild Goddess retreat also features some very talented local teachers and artisans.
Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living, Kristin Cunningham of Salt & Sage Holistic Healing, and Chef Loomis of Divine Catering.
Welcome to the Kove!
Let's take some deep breaths and get settled in, you have arrived!
Goddess Rising: Discover Your Feminine Goddess
In this empowering session with Leanne, you'll explore the rich mythology of divine feminine goddesses and connect with the one who resonates most with your heart and spirit. Through storytelling, reflection, and guided jounraling, you'll uncover the qualities, strengths, and wisdom of your chosen goddess — a powerful guide to inspire you throughout the retreat and beyond.
Dr. Kristin Cunningham of Salt & Sage Holistic Healing and Co-owner of the Depot Market will present to us a locally sourced charcuterie feast and lead us in a blessing of the meal.
Blessing a meal is a practice rooted in gratitude. It raises the food’s vibration and can better prepares the body for digestion.
The ancient practices of Yoga Nidra "effortless relaxation" and Sound Healing unite to offer a journey to "bliss state". It is at the edge of conscientiousness where one can experience this feeling of sweet relaxation taking over the body and mind.
We will ignite our smokeless fire pit and offer you Posh S'mores, a lavish twist on a classic campfire treat. Featuring authentic cacao bars, flavor infused marshmallows, and fancy gram crackers, all made right here in New York State.
This is the first of several opportunities to enjoy the Kove's amenities like our hot tub & inferred sauna.
Forest bathing, or "shinrin-yoku" in Japanese, is a therapeutic practice of immersing oneself in nature, focusing on sensory engagement and connecting with the natural world to promote overall well-being. Witness the sunrise during this mindful hike along the banks of the Moose River. Once we have arrived at the falls, we will welcome in the energy of the day with a Qigong movement practice.
In this powerful session with Leanne, you'll identify what no longer serves you using a thoughtful Releasing Checklist and engage in a guided exercise to let go of limiting beliefs, patterns, or energies. By releasing the old, you'll create space to rise into your fullest expression and embody the goddess within.
In this transformative session with Leanne, you'll craft a new story of empowerment through reflective writing, followed by a dynamic fire and earth kriya practice to ignite your inner strength. The experience culminates with a meditation, guiding you to connect deeply with your future self and welcome the Goddess you are meant to be.
We encourage you to enjoy the amenities of the Kove, or simply relax riverside during this time.
Also available to you and in preparation for your freedom dance class, you will be offered a goddess card reading and from that reading, an inspired face painting. Gorgeous!
Lifelong dancer and yogini, Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living, will guide you on a journey through the limitless forms of expression that we experience in dance. During this beginner appropriate session Ash will invite your mind, body, and heart to dance with freedom. This session will introduce you to the magic of your chakra system and will also enable you to immediately feel the benefits of release through movement. Ash will offer you ease, and encouragement..
Shouldn’t every Goddess have her own Private Chef? Chef Loomis of Divine Catering and his Sous Chef Jenn will prepare for you a six course meal. Each course is mindfully prepared with pure intention and fresh ingredients.
Fire allows for rapid transformation. You’ve let loose, now it’s time to fully release old unwanted energies. Surrendering them into the flames and allowing your true passions to ignite within.
Join us for this energetically charged Drum Circle under the light of the full moon. Listen to the call to unleash the Goddess within!
Research indicates that icy water may help build resiliency, restore balance to the nervous system and improve cognitive function and mood.
Will you take the plunge?
Join Leanne & I for our last practice together during this amazing Wild Goddess Retreat. The combination of grounding gentle movement and a guided gratitude meditation is intended to prepare you to return home with a fresh perspective and a lasting connection to the "Wild Goddess" within.
Time to say goodbye to your fellow goddesses and depart the Kove, but this circle that we have created, like all circles has no true end.
Welcome Gift
This is only one of the ways that Leanne and I will express our gratitude for you throughout the weekend!
Two Nights Glamping
Once you’re ready to surrender to slumber, you’ll be spending the night in one of our luxurious Bell tents. Lulled asleep by the sound of the falls. Shared accommodation, 2-3 guests per tent.
Nourishing Food
All meals included from dinner Friday evening - breakfast Sunday. We will also offer you snacks, as well as unlimited coffee, tea, and water.
Goddess Spirit
Leanne will lead empowerment circles all weekend long! Ignite your confidence and learn how to break free from old stories of defeat and unworthiness.
Divine Dinner
Kristin Cunningham of Salt & Sage Holistic Healing and co-owner of The Depot Market will present to us a bountiful, locally sourced charcuterie spread and lead us in a blessing of the meal.
Body Bliss
Travel to the edge of consciousness and experience pure bliss as relaxation takes over your body and mind on this guided Yoga Nidra and Sound Healing journey.
Fire Meditation
Fire meditation involves focusing on a flame to enhance mindfulness, promote relaxation, and potentially boost focus, cognition, and even spiritual well-being.
Posh S'mores
Lavish twist on a classic campfire treat. Featuring ceremonial grade cacao, flavor infused marshmallows, and fancy gram crackers, all made right here in New York State.
Forest Bathing
Connect deeply with the mother earth as you are guided on a mindful waterfall hike and forest bathing experience. Witness the sunrise as you journey along the river to the falls.
Gorgeous Goddess
In preparation for your freedom dance class you will be offered a Goddess card reading and from that reading, an inspired face painting.
Freedom Dance
Professional dancer and Yoga teacher, Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living will help you to awaken your inner Goddess with this expressive and creative movement class.
Dinner Party
Shouldn’t every Goddess have her own Private Chef? Chef Loomis of Divine Catering and his Sous Chef Jenn will prepare for you a six course meal. Each course mindfully prepared with pure intention.
Freedom by Fire
Fire allows for rapid transformation. You’ve let loose, now it’s time to let go of old unwanted energies. Surrendering them into the flames and allowing your true passions to ignite within.
Goddess Unleashed
An energetically charged drum circle under the light of the full moon is calling you!
Use of Ice Bath
Learn about, and experience the healing power of cold water! (don't worry, it's optional :)
Use of Sauna & Hot Tub
We have worked free time into your retreat so that you may enjoy the amenities like our six person hot tub and four person inferred sauna.
Use of River Toys
If you know how to swim and would like to take a paddle on the river, be our guest! You will have access to our many kayaks, paddle board and peddle boat. Lifejackets available and required.
Transportation
Transportation to and from Kelpytown Kove is Not included. Our venue is a 1.5 hour drive from Syracuse Airport.
Travel Insurance
Please be sure to protect your retreat investment. We have a strict payment and cancellation policy. Travel / trip insurance is very affordable and worth the piece of mind.
Alcohol
We do not encourage intoxication at the Kove! However, if you would like to bring a little wine to share at dinner, that’s fine!
We have been hosting retreats at our riverfront home for five years now. It's a pleasure and honor to welcome you to this breathtaking property.
Our guests over the years have most often referred to the Kove as "magical". You're invited to experience the magic of the Kove during this Wild Goddess Full Moon Retreat!
