REST RETREAT

February 19 - 21, 2027

Deep Portage Learning Center | Hackensack, MN

Winter Yoga Retreat at Deep Portage

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We love visiting Deep Portage in the depths of winter.

It’s quiet, it’s beautiful, it’s cozy, it’s adventurous, it’s memorable.

As always, we invite you to join us and make this retreat your own.

Retreat & Rest your Mind, Body, and Soul

Yoga is many things: a cherished discipline, a meditation and breathing practice, a guiding force to pursue a balanced life off the mat, and a unifying approach to align one’s values in every aspect of daily living.

During this weekend retreat, shed your stressors and indulge in a weekend of self-care and self-discovery. Treat yourself to a weekend away in a picturesque natural setting.

What if I feel like I’m not very good at “resting”?

All of our retreats are very much focused on getting your own personal needs met. We always have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to classes, workshops, and activities!

You might be surprised to find that while we will incorporate traditionally “restful” elements, we will also incorporate high-energy classes, workshops, and activities. Why? Because sometimes you really need to exert energy in order to actually achieve a state of rest!

What gets you to a truly restful state is all dependent on your personal make-up, needs, habits, and characteristics. You do you! Pick and choose the elements of the retreat that will help you feel rested.

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What’s Included?

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  • With several class options to choose from, you have the opportunity to take A LOT OF YOGA, or hop in for a few. As always, a Boreal Bliss Yoga Retreat is about making it your own and getting what you need.

  • 2 nights + 3 days at secluded Deep Portage Learning Center in Hackensack, MN. Every bedroom has its own bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

  • Organic food with incredible flavor & appeal. You will LOVE the food. We survey all guests via email for dietary restrictions, allergies, etc about 4-6 weeks prior to the retreat.

  • A gorgeous mobile wood-fired sauna experience. Stacy Nightwine of Silver Creek Sauna Co. in Two Harbors, MN provides you with a relaxing way to sweat it out.

  • Organic, Minnesota-made, loose-leaf tea. A soothing experience from brewing to sipping.

  • Don’t leave home without it…am I right? ;)

  • We find written reflection to be an invaluable tool for well-being.

  • In the heart of our gigantic venue, is an impressive rock climbing wall with 5+ climbing routes. A fun indoor challenge on Saturday afternoon!

  • Deep Portage has 11+ miles of trails.

  • A stunning 360º view above the trees. Hike to the lookout tower with us at sunrise to start your day with awe.

  • Included in your retreat! Snowshoe at anytime. Join the Saturday afternoon Cross Country Ski guided experience on Deep Portage’s groomed trails OR bring your own skis and head out on the groomed trails anytime you’d like.

  • One of our favorite ways to enjoy winter is a snowy campfire in the woods, under the stars. With no city light pollution - the stars are stunning up north!

  • there are over 6,000 acres of wilderness at Deep Portage Learning Center!

This retreat is open to all-levels: beginners to seasoned yogis are welcome!

A yoga retreat is an ideal way to become immersed in your already existing yoga practice, or to inspire a lifelong personal journey.

Add-ons to Enhance your Weekend!

Massage therapy, Thai yoga bodywork, or Reiki. We have wonderful options for you to round out your retreat experience.

All registered attendees will receive an email 4-6 weeks prior to the event with limited (first come, first serve) specialty appointment reservation opportunities.

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  • Add a private massage appointment to your retreat!

    Jill Jacobson grew up in northern Minnesota. She went to college for Horticulture, Floral Design, and Massage Therapy. In 2014, she married into the Jacobson family who owns Hiawatha Beach Resort on Steamboat Bay of Leech Lake, 8 miles north of Walker. She is currently a stay-at-home mom of three little ones. Massage is where she finds peace and relaxation; a way to ground herself and connect with the energy of others. Jill has been doing massage for over 10 years.

    She loves to be able to provide a modality where people can begin to heal and restore their mind, body, and spirit.

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  • Add a private reiki appointment with Cindy Geibe, Reiki Practitioner to your retreat!

     As a dedicated Energy Healing Practitioner, Cindy brings decades of personal experience as a recipient and as a provider of Reiki & Healing Touch.  Her journey with Reiki began by transforming her own well-being but has also ignited a passion for holistic wellness and healing energy exploration.

    Cindy's philosophy centers on using Reiki as a versatile tool for healing, relaxation, meditation, and restoring balance within the body and soul. She firmly believes that balancing the energy within has the power to awaken the spirit, alleviate anxiety, nurture those battling depression, and guide individuals towards their authentic selves.

    Cindy's holistic approach extends beyond her practice into her daily life. She has been attending Boreal Bliss Yoga Retreats since 2019. Her favorite is the Adventure Awaits Retreat that borders on the BWCA. She weaves her love for outdoor activities, such as yoga, camping, and hiking, into her journey to well-being as much as possible.

    Cindy offers individual Energy Healing sessions in Eagan, MN. Find out more at InnerHarmonyHealingMN.com

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  • Add a private Thai yoga bodywork session to your retreat!

    Alison is a yoga teacher, Thai yoga bodyworker, attorney, and had a past life experimenting with all kinds of exercise and sports activities! She completed her yoga teacher training through Devanadi School of Yoga and Wellness, fell in love with Thai yoga bodywork and completed foundational TYB training through Devanadi as well. 

Mocktail Social + Fresh Juice Add-on

Unwind with Just Juice!

A fun & relaxing Mocktail Bar experience with Jami at Deep Portage upon arrival. Revel in the joy of crafting and sipping on refreshing mocktails, specially curated for a healthy and delightful experience.

Just Juice Pre-Order Packages

All registered retreaters will receive instructions on the option to add juice to their weekend! Pre-order seasonally fresh juice and wellness shots made by Jami of Just Juice.

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Your Retreat Experience is Unique

What to Expect

We always try to have a little something extra special up our sleeves.  We pride ourselves in lovingly and uniquely creating each yoga retreat.  Expect top notch yoga sessions, as well as extra special workshop and specialty topic sessions! We will have lots of indoor cozy yoga and meditation sessions + opportunity for outdoor adventure.

The Food!

Four meals are included in your weekend: Friday dinner, Saturday brunch & dinner, and Sunday breakfast.

All meals catered by The Green Scene: Eatery & Market. Green Scene does food SO WELL! It’s a whole experience of the senses. For real.

Options available for vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free etc. Tea + coffee will also be available. We send out a survey 4-6 weeks prior to learn about any dietary restrictions/allergies.

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Early bird registration & pricing August 1 - September 14

  • A group rate at this retreat includes 3-4 together, unless a larger group of 5-6 is requested.

    You can register with a group of your friends, or you can register solo and room with soon-to-be friends. You and your roommates will have an attached bathroom with shower, toilet, and two sinks to yourselves.

    Early Bird Aug. 1-Sept. 14: $555

    Standard Registration after Sept. 14: $575

  • Waitlist available here. A semi-private room is for you and a friend, or opt to bring your partner along. You can also register solo and meet a new soon-to-be friend as your roommate. You and your roommate will have an attached bathroom with shower, toilet, and two sinks to yourselves.

    Early Bird Aug. 1-Sept. 14: $655

    Standard Registration after Sept. 14: $675

  • Waitlist available here. Opt for a private room and attached bathroom all to yourself! Your private bathroom has a private attached shower, toilet, and two sinks.

    Early Bird Aug. 1-Sept. 14: $755

    Standard Registration after Sept. 14: $775

  • Enjoy a full weekend retreat experience. Commute to and from your own home/vacation spot in the area. Everything is included except for the lodging.

  • Enjoy a Saturday day retreat experience. Commute to and from your own home/vacation spot in the area. Everything is included for your Saturday experience except for the lodging.

  • Reserve your retreat with a $200 deposit. Email us after reserving to select your desired lodging option. We will set-up the monthly payment plan for you via electronic invoice.

    Email: hello@borealblissyogaretreats.com

Early Bird Registration 8/1 @ 8am
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 FAQs

  • Arrivals at 4pm Friday and departures beginning at 10:30am Sunday. You can typically opt to arrive a little earlier than 4pm as well. More details emailed to registered retreaters.

  • 4 yoga classes (with many options to choose from), lodging for 2 nights/3 days, 4 Green Scene Market & Eatery meals, tea & coffee, workshops, indoor climbing wall, 11 miles of trails, meditation, hiking, lookout tower hike, snowshoe/cross country ski rental, journaling experiences, campfire, sauna, over 6,000 acres of wilderness at Deep Portage Learning Center!

  • As part of our ongoing commitment to equity and inclusion in the yoga space, we are offering scholarships to Black, Indigenous, people of color for our fall and winter yoga retreats. Please fill out a BIPOC scholarship application here. Thank you!

  • 6+ weeks notice: $40 fee

    5-6 weeks notice: $80 fee

    4 weeks notice: $100 fee

    3 weeks and less notice : 75% of total amount fee

    14 days or less notice: no refunds available

    We hope that you can appreciate the amount of time, love, and energy we wholeheartedly put into each retreat. Not just during the event, but the many months leading up to it.

    Please note: Our winter venue does not issue refunds due to weather. As such, we are unlikely to cancel the retreat except in a very extreme scenario. In most situations, we hope our guests plan ahead to accommodate Minnesota weather conditions in winter to safely travel to and from the retreat- which may occasionally mean allowing extra travel time.

    In the event of widespread extreme weather, including highway closures, the retreat will be rescheduled. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled weekend, you may be able to receive a partial refund or transfer credit to a future retreat. If the retreat is not cancelled/rescheduled, we will be unable to issue refunds on an individual basis due to the weather.

  • Deep Portage Learning Center is located amongst 6,000 acres of preserved wilderness.

    Address: 2197 Nature Drive NW Hackensack, MN 56452

  • Check your emails! Approximately 5-8 weeks prior to the weekend, we send you an email with important information regarding your weekend retreat including a detailed itinerary, FAQ, pre-retreat survey with roommate requests, dietary needs, and more. Your timely response is important! Thank you!

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