Harvesting Hope Retreat

Friday, March 1, 2024   ·   9:30am - 4:30pm

New Hope, PA

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A Retreat Day to Renew

Grief is a natural response to any big or small change, transition or loss and is a universal experience that touches all of our lives. 

In this supportive day you receive the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, nature and community. Naila Francis joins the Rise team to guide you in exploring grief as a receptive state where hope can be generated and possibilities can be restored.  

Experience a schedule of experiences that will expand and nourish your heart and mind, and support you in ways that you didn't even know you could be.

Friday, March 1 - New Hope, PA

Space is limited to 15 participants.

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Retreat Location

Rise Retreat Home

Transport yourself to a magical setting and enjoy abundant beauty on this 20 acre property in New Hope, PA. Exact address will be shared after registration.

Retreat Schedule

Friday, March 1st in New Hope, PA

Arrive and Connect

9:30am - Arrive and settle in to the peaceful setting.

10:00am - Opening Circle 

Rachel & Tami invite the group into connection with yourself and with those surrounding you.

Settle and Nourish

11:00am - Guided Through Grief Class with Naila Francis

Settle in through a guided meditation that invites you to be in touch with what your heart can see, that your eyes can't. This class experience will include gentle movement that is accessible for all and a means for not just moving your physical body, but also the emotion it stores.

12:00pm - Plant Powered Lunch

Prepared and presented by master chef, Michele Ware. Accompanied by recipes to take home.

Restore and Receive

1:30pm - Forest Bathing 

Slow down and awaken your senses through a guided meditative immersion in the forest.

3:00pm - Harvesting Hope Workshop with Naila Francis

Grief is a natural response to any big or small change, transition or loss and is a universal experience that touches all of our lives. Through community and connection, we can soften into compassion for what we carry. 

In this workshop, we will explore grief as a receptive state where hope can be generated and possibilities can be restored.  

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What's Included

Receive lots of care, inspiration, and goodies!

Nourishment

Forest bathing, lunch and the guided class experience will gift you an abundance of nourishment for your whole self.

Support

The circle sharing and workshop conversations will allow you to receive connection and care, leaving you feeling supported. 

Community

The sense of belonging in your retreat day will sooth your soul in such a unique and profound way.

Special Treats

A Rise journal, swag bag and other goodies are ready for you to enjoy and take home. 

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Retreat Facilitators

Your guides by your side for your Harvesting Hope Retreat

Tami Astorino

Co-Creator & Facilitator

Tami Astorino, M.Ed.

Reconnect and restore balance to your daily life as you discover the fundamentals of forest bathing with Tami. Tami blends her skills as a facilitator, yoga instructor, and nature lover to offer you an opportunity to reduce stress, improve feelings of happiness, free up creativity, and optimize overall well-being. Experience a sensory awakening and answer invitations to connect with the natural world that surrounds you as well as the true nature that resides inside of you in forest bathing and workshops with Tami.

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Co-Creator & Facilitator

Rachel Rainbow

Rachel shares her skills as a somatic therapist to facilitate an experience that restores your relationship with your body and supports you in reclaiming your wholeness. Rachel is known for her hugs and will offer these in abundance at the retreat, along with her wisdom in workshops and classes.

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Naila Francis

Workshop & Class Facilitator

Naila Francis

Grief Guide, Death Doula, Poet and Officiant

Naila is a gentle, nurturing guide helping grievers navigate through loss so they can learn to live alongside grief, seeing it not just as something to get through but an invitation to more truthful and wholehearted living. She holds space for women to be affirmed and witnessed on their journey, allowing them to grieve at their own pace while also offering practices and insights to help them carry their grief with greater trust in its wisdom and compassion for themselves. 

Naila also facilitates community gatherings and grief support groups through her organization, This Hallowed Wilderness.

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Master Chef

Michele Ware

Michele Ware is a classically trained chef who is driven by the purpose of serving locally sourced, quality, wholesome meals and to inspire others to open their minds and palettes to the power of plants.

Michele is the founder and owner of Little Radish in New Hope, PA.


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Retreat Reviews

The vibe created was incredibly welcoming from the second I walked through the door. This energy flowed from Rachel and Tami to every woman to the point that we felt completely comfortable opening up our souls to people who were complete strangers before this day. The day pushed us and was full of tears, laughs and kindness. The transformational retreat unlocked something in me and every woman present. I felt a surge of inspiration from this event and have felt a shift in the Universe that pushes me to be true to myself and follow my dreams. 

I did not know anyone signed up to go to the retreat but I felt a connection to it and knew I must attend in spite of any fears I had of not knowing what to expect or other people.  

I am so glad that I honored my intuition and put my big girl pants on that day and went to the retreat all by myself.  From the moment I arrived to the amazing property I knew it was going to be a special day.  It far exceeded my expectations!

The day’s events were scheduled so beautifully.  Everything flowed so smoothly and naturally.  It was structured so well that it did not feel structured. The activities were all so great. I don’t think I can pick one over the other as a favorite as they were all different but equally great.  And, the food was amazing. Really, the entire retreat was wonderful.  It was just what I needed.

FAQ

We're glad you have questions. If you can't find your answer, contact us.

Absolutely! Many women attend solo! The welcoming environment is there for new friendships to form and leaves you feeling connected to an inspired community.

The Day of Renewal retreat is held at the Rise retreat home in New Hope, PA. The exact address will be shared after you book your retreat.

Rise is a community where all belong, whether this is your first retreat or you've been to many. You don't need any experience in yoga, meditation or the like; our retreats are about connection to ourselves, each other and modalities for renewing and recharging our whole selves.

Think cozy and comfy! No need to dress up, come as you are and pack your favorite items for hanging out, movement and being outdoors. 

Bring your own yoga mat, water bottle and shoes for walking outdoors according to the weather.

You and your tummy are going to feel nourished! 

Snacks and the chef prepared lunch are thoughtfully designed to give you freshly prepared, wholesome nourishment with ideas to bring home to your kitchen! There is something for everyone  – vegan, paleo, gluten free, etc. 

If there is anything specific you need, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We are here to accommodate you.

We will be immersing in our beautiful setting and breathing the benefits of time spent close to nature. Location of activities will depend on weather, but Forest Bathing will be outside unless it's raining heavily, so bring appropriate attire.

The retreat home is equipped with many bathrooms and rooms for you to change throughout the day.

Bookings are non refundable, however, if due to unforeseen circumstances, tickets can be transferred to another person or credited towards a future Rise Gatherings retreat minus a $25 service fee.

Email info@risegatherings.com for more information on these options.

– No exceptions to these conditions apply.

We would love to hear from you! Please send us an email – all questions and considerations are welcome with open arms! info@risegatherings.com

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