Women in the Wild: Payette River Adventure Retreat

Women in the Wild: Payette River Adventure Retreat
📅 June 20-22, 2025
📍 Garden Valley, Idaho

🌿 Reconnect. Recharge. Rekindle Your Wild Spirit.

Step away from the noise of daily life and into the untamed beauty of Idaho’s wilderness for a weekend designed to nourish your soul, ignite your adventurous spirit, and forge deep connections with nature and like-minded women. Nestled along the Payette River, this retreat blends relaxation, movement, and exhilarating outdoor experiences for an unforgettable escape.
 
✨ What’s Included
✔ Luxury teepee lodging – a unique and cozy stay immersed in nature
✔ All meals – nourishing, locally inspired cuisine to fuel your adventure
✔ Guided yoga & meditation sessions to cultivate balance and inner peace
✔ Blissful Bodywork Experience – Choose between a rejuvenating 30-minute full-body massage or a soothing 30-minute aromatherapeutic face and scalp massage, designed to melt away tension and enhance your retreat relaxation.
✔ Soak in Bonneville Hot Springs, a natural geothermal oasis nestled in the Boise National Forest
✔ Half-day whitewater rafting adventure – a thrilling ride on the upper South Fork Payette, featuring Class II & III rapids and a stop at Kirkham Hot Springs for a riverside soak and optional rock jumping
✔ Reiki & sound healing session to release tension and restore your energy
✔ Outdoor Thrive-All 101 Class: Build Fire, Build Confidence– Practice the art of fire-starting with ferro rods and build confidence in the wild. Hands-on, practical, and empowering!
✔ Ground transportation to and from Boise Airport for a stress-free arrival and departure

🌅 Day 1: Arrival & Connection | Friday, June 20

📍 Check-in: 2:00 PM at Teepees by the River

• Settle into your riverside teepee, a cozy and unique lodging experience surrounded by nature.

• Sign up for your blissful body work session

• Gather with fellow adventurers to set intentions for the weekend and receive your thoughtfully curated Women in the Wild welcome gift.

• Take in the beauty of the river as we share a sunset dinner by the fire, a nourishing meal prepared with love.

 
💫 Evening Ritual: Unwind under the stars with a gentle fireside reflection, setting the tone for a weekend of transformation.

Day 2: 🌊 Wild Waters: Soak, Ride & Restore | Saturday, June 21
A day of embracing water’s power—soaking, flowing, and letting go.

Morning Rituals & Rejuvenation

• Sunrise meditation by the river to awaken your senses and ground into the day.

• Gentle yoga practice designed to energize and prepare you for the adventures ahead.

• Hearty breakfast before heading out for a day of transformative exploration.

 
Hot Springs & River Adventure

• Soak at Bonneville Hot Springs, a natural oasis nestled in the wilderness of the Boise National Forest. Let the mineral-rich waters melt away stress and restore your body.

• Lunch in the mountains, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

 
Afternoon Whitewater Rafting Excursion

• Feel the rush of the wild as you embark on a thrilling half-day whitewater rafting trip through the breathtaking landscapes of the Payette River.

• Along the way, we’ll stop at the famous Kirkham Hot Springs, where steaming cascades pour into the river, offering a one-of-a-kind riverside soaking experience. Take a moment to relax in the naturally heated pools before returning to the rapids.

• Ride the waves, laugh with your new soul sisters, and embrace the exhilaration of the water.

 
Evening Renewal

• Return to camp, where a beautiful riverside dinner awaits you.

• As night falls, surrender to a deeply restorative group reiki and sound healing session, designed to guide you into a state of profound relaxation.

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🌙 Sleep deeply to the sounds of the river, wrapped in the warmth of your cozy teepee and sisterhood.
 
🌄 Day 3: The Journey Home: Wild, Whole & Free | Sunday, June 22

• Morning yoga & guided meditation, moving with intention and presence.

• Breakfast and pack up

• Light survival skills workshop, where you’ll learn empowering backcountry basics.

• Gather for a closing circle to reflect, share insights, and carry the retreat’s magic home with you.

⏳ Check-out at 11:00 AM
Optional: Self-pay group lunch at Wild Bill’s Coffee & Bistro in downtown Garden Valley - a final meal together before parting ways.
 

💫 Are You Ready to Answer the Call of the Wild?
🌊 Retreat Pricing: $900
📍 Limited to 12 women