Women's Wilderness Trips are a way for women to reconnect with creation and with their Creator.

Wilderness describes both the external wild beauty of nature and the internal wild landscape of our hearts, minds and souls. These trips allow women to return to the wilderness as an integral part of their spiritual journey and a meaningful way to nurture their spirit and to gain perspective.

We hope you will consider joining us on one or more of the 2010 Wilderness Trips. Look for the descriptions below.

Women's Wilderness Trip of Spiritual Perspective

This trip is for any woman, in good physical condition. This trip is a chance to put all that you need to be content on your back, and spend four days on a spectacular island with other women who are doing the same thing. This trip will be shaped based on the abilities of those who join the trip. First time backpackers and experienced backpackers will enjoy this trip too! Our days will include opportunites for sacred silence, swimming, good food, laughter, beauty and rest.

Dates: Saturday, June 19 - Friday, June 25, 2010

Location: North Manitou Island, Lake Michigan

Cost: $400 per person

Guides: Miranda Spates and Debbie Wollard

To Register: Please click here to get an application for this trip. Fill out the application and return it with a deposit of at least $100 by May 15, 2010. The balance of your trip cost is then due by June 10, 2010. If you have any questions, please call Debbie at (586) 242-8270.

 Manitou Yoga

Come and be held by the peace of North Manitou Island. This retreat combines the peacefulness of a kind-hearted island with a daily yoga practice. Each moment is yours, to develop and encourage your truth, to hear your voice again. This retreat will also provide a time to stretch your body, lift your spirit and energize your mind.

If you have never been to a yoga class or been hiking, this trip will be a great place to start. "Manitou Yoga" is for beginners as well as the seasoned practioner.

Date: Saturday, August 21 - Friday, August 27, 2010

Place: North Manitou Island, Lake Michigan

Cost: $450 per person

Yoga Instructor: Peggy Duffy

Guides: Miranda Spates & Debbie Wollard

Group size limited to 8 - Register early to ensure a spot!

To Register: Please click here to get an application for this trip. Fill out the application and return it with a deposit of at least $100 by July 1, 2010. The balance of your trip cost is then due by August 15, 2010. If you have any questions, please call Debbie at (586) 242-8270.