Rooted in Wonder: September Retreat Recap
The autumnal equinox occurred just two days prior to the start of our September Rooted in Wonder retreat. Fall was fully in the air.
We’re Going Back to Maplelag!
There are places that stay with you.
Maplelag Resort in little Callaway, MN is one of those places for us.
Last Day for February Retreat Early Bird Discount!
TODAY is the last day for our early bird discount!
Adventure Awaits Retreats: 2026 Recap
Our 7th annual back-to-back Adventure Awaits retreats in mid-August were a sweet, sweet reward after a frightening stint in July due to wildfires across the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Into the Wilderness: A Boundary Waters Journey with Boreal Bliss
There is something that happens when a group of women steps away from the noise of everyday life and into the Boundary Waters. A blog reflection written by wilderness canoe guide, Shannon McGrath.
Weird Magnet
This is a story about my friend Nora. A big part of our friendship has been our annual trip into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. We’ve come to understand something kind of major over the last decade of trips.
Monarch Girl Summer
Forget “hot girl summer”. We are doing Monarch Girl Summer.
Hot girl walks? Nah, it’s a milkweed mosey.
Announcing February Rest Retreat Registration!
Admittedly, we love convincing you that winter in Minnesota is awesome. Our February Rest Yoga Retreat opens for registration, with an early bird discount, August 1st!
Announcing a new fall getaway!
Fall is but a moment in time. It deserves to be fully appreciated and immersed in.
The Lightning Strike Fires of 2026
To be honest, I felt they were closing the BWCA out of an abundance of caution. I thought the BWCA would be open by the weekend. Bryana expected she would finish out the week at camp.
Early Bird Discounts on Winter Retreats: one ending, one beginning
Summer is here, but a solid winter fun plan is needed! January retreat early bird registration discount ends July 12th. Our February retreat early bird registration discount opens August 1st!
Grandma’s Marathon Weekend Recap
The span of my half marathon training, race day, and recovery took some very unexpected and unique turns this year. Some of those surprises were good ones, and some were downright awful.
Startlement Retreat Recap
Our Startlement retreat at the end of May actually did turn out to be the definition of the mysterious word: the state of being strongly impressed by something unexpected.
Free Yoga classes at UMD Griggs Field for Grandma's Marathon weekend!
We are THRILLED to announce our partnership with University of Minnesota, Duluth to host two free yoga classes on Grandma’s Marathon weekend! Open to runners and the community.
Whether you are running, cheering, or you simply live in the area and want to join the energy of a large group of humans practicing yoga on the UMD football field - please join us!
100 day project begins June 1, join me?
Sarah Seidelmann’s annual “100 day project” begins June 1. It has radically changed my life. Won’t you consider joining?
Announcing 2027 Winter Retreats!
You know I love a good plan. We are offering an early bird registration discount this year, and that window is right around the corner!
Retreat Recap: in defense of poetry
Poetry, wildfires, peace, and nature. Holding two buckets (at least) at once to find balance. Read more about our retreat recap from our Lake Life Yoga Retreat at Sugar Lake Lodge.
Trying not to hurt my beautiful brain- inspired by Ada Limon
Three years ago, while visiting a friend, I started to notice something odd.