Creative Magic Weekend Women's Retreat

CREATIVE MAGIC WEEKEND WOMEN'S  RETREAT

March 15-17, 2024 

Hosted by  Lisa and Brian of  The High Lonesome, a forested residential property one hour north of Vancouver, Washington and also one hour from the Portland International Airport. 

This will be a time for renewal, self-reflection and creative camaraderie in a beautiful setting of a Pacific Northwest woodland. With the extended time of two days and two nights, there will be much spaciousness for art making, journaling and guided discussions as well as built-in breaks for free time and wandering.

Creative Magic Weekend is  designed to be a focused time in a beautiful forest to nurture the heart, mind and soul.

Our hosts are Lisa and Brian, owners of their home in the forest they call The High Lonesome, twelve acres of a lush woodland nestled between the beautiful Lewis River and tree-lined Copper Creek.

Comprised of various dwellings including a main lodge-style home and a separate spacious  Apartment above the garage, The High Lonesome is the ideal place for an intimate retreat experience. This is a small intimate retreat allowing our  Creative Magic Weekend together   for plenty of connection with others as well as personal solitude. 

There are  (4) spots  for  a  Saturday Only option  to join  just for the day for those with time and budget constraints.  You need to register on a separate event page if you opt for this which can be found HERE.

MOBILITY CONSIDERATIONS

The High Lonesome is comprised of several dwellings. Our main meeting space requires the ability to navigate a flight of stairs. ALL the accommodations will also require going up and down stairs. Please know your physical abilities and if this is manageable or not for you.

There is a variety of accommodation. Because of the range of different rooms, this is reflected in the pricing. Please read carefully the options and descriptions of each accommodation.

DOGS ON SITE

Scout and Annie are The High Lonesome's resident pets. They are both well behaved and curious as well as welcoming to visitors which they are used to as Lisa and Brian host many kinds of gatherings. They live in the Main House where there are two accomodations. Meals will also be served in the Main House. Most of our gathered time will be in The Apartment. Please take note if you have pet allergies.

MEALS

Your registration includes all meals, snacks and beverages. Meals include Friday night dinner,  Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner and Sunday morning brunch. If you have food allergies please reach out. We will do our best to accomodate you. Refrigeration and a microwave is available for your needs. 

ALCOHOL

During our gathered times together there is a no-alcohol policy. Wine will be available  for social times after dinner on Friday and Saturday night as well as non-alcoholic beverages. 

TRANSPORTATION AND CELL COVERAGE

The High Lonesome is in a rural area that includes a short distance on gravel road. It is important that you arrive before dark and follow closely the driving directions. There is NO CELL SERVICE out here so you will not be able to call if you get lost. It is not complicated to get to The High Lonesome if you follow the directions.

DO NOT RELY ON GOOGLE MAPS  entirely. The maps may stop you short of the property or take you past the address.  Detailed driving instructions will be sent the week before the retreat and again the day before. 

It takes approximately one hour to get to The High Lonesome from Vancouver, and the greater Portland metro area. Allow for Friday traffic and plan accordingly.  

Airport pick up available by pre-arrangement. Reach out before you book a flight to confirm availability of pick-up. The Retreat begins 4p on Friday, March 15th. Incoming flights ought to arrive by 2:30p the latest. Outgoing flights on Sunday are best for mid to late afternoon as The Retreat will conclude at 12p on March 17th. 

ACCOMODATIONS

There are a variety of accomodations for eight people. The price of your retreat is based on which accomodation you choose . All linens are provided and there are modern bathrooms with showers available for all rooms.  Read carefully the description of each accomodation when you book. The following is what is available to choose from :

The Apartment Private Queen - $485  SOLD OUT

The Apartment Bunk Room with two sets of bunks for a total of 4 people. Lower and upper bunks same price $410 ONE UPPER BUNK REMAINS AVAILABLE

The Main House  Private Queen - $485  SOLD OUT

The Main House Double Queen, this room has two queen beds side by side - $450 per person  SOLD OUT

Bed #1,  Bed #2

If you wish to share an accomodation with a friend(s) book as soon as possible to select accomodation you can share. Please note that

you need to be flexible to share space with someone you don't know if you choose a shared accomodation. Let it be an adventure for potential new friendship!

There are a total of eight spots for a full weekend retreat.

There are a total of four spots for Saturday Only which does not include accomodation. Please read and register for  the Saturday Only option HERE. 

Please only commit to coming if you can stay for the entire weekend as  a  full weekend participant or all of Saturday for the Saturday Only option.  There will be much to soak in and your focused presence is much appreciated for the duration of the retreat option you choose.

When you check out you may be offered an installment plan of payment from Paypal called Afterpay. It is a helpful auto payment plan that spreads out the cost if you prefer not to pay all at once. If you have a Paypal account and are eligible it will appear as an option for you in the Payment window. 

WHAT TO BRING

All materials and meals included in your registration including a writing journal as well as a sketching journal.  

Bring your fave pen!

Bring weather appropriate clothing and jacket, and especially sturdy footwear as we will be walking between dwellings and will also explore the forest as weather permits. 

REFUND and CANCELLATION POLICY

Due to the nature and cost of this type of event there is no refund available or credit for future events. In the event that you are unable to attend, your spot is transferrable to another. Just let me know as soon as possible.  In the unlikely event that The Retreat has to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be a full refund or reschedule option .  

Reach out with any questions you need addressed before you book your spot. I will answer as quickly as possible. Email me at 

pamelasuejohnson11@gmail.com

Creative Magic Weekend  Retreat will be a special time set aside for renewal of our imagination, our creative vitality and our bodies. The schedule will be thoughtfully designed to ensure time for personal space and rest. 

I hope you will join!