San Juan Islands Couples Retreat
5 Days/4 nights

Dates: July 21-25, 2021
Destination: Friday Harbor, Washington
Tour Leader: Raquel Scianna + Breanne Kiefner
Focus: Mindfulness, yoga, hiking, and nature immersion
Giveback: TBD
Difficulty: Active, all levels and abilities supported
Group Makeup: Couples (inclusive)

Say farewell to worry and stress and say hello to the mellow island vibe. Soak in the clean air, clean water, slower pace, and just refresh your souls. Located on the northwestern-most point of the contiguous United States, the San Juans consists of 172 named islands and reefs. A happy confluence of weather systems also accounts for the high level of air quality you’ll appreciate across the San Juans. So breath in—you’re on “island time” now!

We begin our adventure with a departure from our exclusive location at the Roche Harbor Resort, perched on the northwest corner of San Juan Island, to Stuart Island Marine State Park, where you'll camp for two nights. After two days of kayaking, hiking, camping, and connecting, we’ll paddle back to Roche Harbor and revel in 2 glorious nights glamping at Lakedale. We’ll enjoy yoga, meditation, and the option for SUP boarding, biking, or exploring on your own. Return to Friday Harbor or extend your trip!

Includes…
+ 2-night kayaking and camp expedition
+ 2 nights glamping
+ Twice daily yoga and meditation
+ Island hiking
+ Twice-daily guided yoga and meditation
+ Option to add a private couples coaching session with Raquel

Tour leaders:

Tour Leader, Raquel Scianna is a soul streaker, medicinal mover, and ritual weaver. Raquel weaves her extensive training in mindful movement, divine feminine & masculine studies, somatic bodywork, indigenous spirituality into a powerful healing crucible for individuals, couples & groups...all set to a bumpin’ reggaeton playlist.

Tour Coordinator, Breanne Kiefner created Root Adventures as an avenue to build meaningful connections through active adventures in nature with the local community. She is a certified personal trainer with specialist training in nutrition and behavioral change. She brings with her a deep passion for mindfulness and movement. She leads with curiosity and firmly believes connection is the strongest antidote to depression.

SUMMARY

DAY 1: Arrive at San Juan Islands, Kayak to Stuart Island

DAY 2: Yoga, Kayak, and Hike Stuart Island

DAY 3: Yoga, Kayak, And GLamp

Day 4: Yoga, Glamp, and Connect

DAY 5: Farewell! Depart San Juan Islands

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1

Friday Harbor to Roche Harbor transfer Kayak Launch to Stuart Island Welcome Land Acknowledgement + Meditation Ceremony Yoga Meals: D — Friday Harbor to Roche Harbor transfer
Kayak Launch to Stuart Island
Welcome Land Acknowledgement + Meditation Ceremony
Yoga
**Meals: D**

Arrive in Friday Harbor

Upon arrival at Friday Harbor, we’ll transfer to Roche Harbor to set out on our adventure. After a safety and skill briefing, we’ll board our double kayak and cross Speiden Channel, and paddle along Speiden Island, enjoying spectacular water and island views. We’ll stop at Gossip Island for lunch on a pleasant pebble beach. Upon arrival Stuart Island around 3 pm, we’ll take a moment to set up and appreciate our pristine campsite before our welcome land acknowledgment, appreciation ceremony, and yoga session.

Enjoy some free time to hike, explore the tide-pools, or simply relax. After our freshly prepared dinner, partake in an evening paddle, sit by the campfire (burn bans permitting), do a sunset hike or opt to join Raquel for guided conversations and intention setting.

Stuart Island is one of the most northwestern islands in the San Juan archipelago and is only accessible by private boat or sea kayak. Stuart Island Marine Park is part of the Cascadia Marine Trail and has over 33,000 feet of shoreline to explore by foot and sea kayak. Stuart Island has great old-growth hiking trails and rocky shorelines for tide-pooling. Stuart Island Marine State Park offers an easy two-mile hike to the iconic Stuart Island Light Station on the northwestern-most point of the island. This, along with Lovers Leap, is a favorite sunset viewpoint with sweeping views of the Canadian Gulf Islands.

Day 2

Yoga + Meditation Kayak + Hike Yoga Meals: B | L | D — Yoga + Meditation
Kayak + Hike
Yoga
**Meals: B | L | D**

Kayak and Camp on Stuart Island

Early risers can enjoy a guided yoga and meditation with Raquel. Energize your day with a hot breakfast and french press coffee. In the late morning, we will paddle through a spectacular section of islands, passing along the shorelines of Stuart Island, John's Island, and the Cactus Islands, a beautiful chain of small islands located east of Stuart Island.

We’ll have time to explore the island, dive in for some guided intuitive movement, yoga or a HIIT workout, or simply enjoy some downtime. After a delicious meal, we’ll sit seaside for a little stargazing.

Day 3

Morning Yoga + Meditation Kayak to Roche Harbor Transfer to glampsite Evening yoga and hangMeals: B | L | D — Morning Yoga + Meditation
Kayak to Roche Harbor
Transfer to glampsite
Evening yoga and hang
**Meals: B | L | D**

Kayak and Glamp, Arrive at Lakedale Glamping

Wake up early for sunrise yoga. After breakfast, we’ll break camp and get on the water around 10 am depending on tides and currents. We’ll paddle to Posey Island (Washington’s smallest State Park) for lunch. Upon arrival at Roche Harbor, we’ll load all our gear and make our way to Lakedale. Once at Lakedale, we’ll freshen up and enjoy some downtime on the beautiful property.

After yoga, we’ll dive in for our first dinner at the campsite. Evening gathering around the fire, or tuck in early.

Day 4

Yoga + Meditation Free morning Optional SUP board, bike ride, etc Evening gathering, yoga, + meditationMeals: B | L | D — Yoga + Meditation
Free morning
Optional SUP board, bike ride, etc
Evening gathering, yoga, + meditation
**Meals: B | L | D**

Glamp, Crafts, and Freetime at Lakedale

Enjoy breakfast at your leisure before recovering with the group in midmorning. After 3 full days of activity, we will spend the day realigning and tapping into our intention and goal setting through journaling, yoga, crafts, and optional activities such as SUP boarding, biking, hiking, etc. The plan will be designed around the group’s desires.

Dinner and a final celebration at camp.

Day 5

Farewell

Early risers can partake in a final yoga and meditation practice before a final breakfast. Transfer to Friday Harbor or extend your trip.

Kayak and Camp

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Our superior guides and support staff will show you a camping experience like no other. Upon arrival at the trailhead, you feel supported in all areas. Our porters carry your bags to the campsite ahead of you, ensuring your campsite is set and ready for your arrival. Our spacious 3-person tents for 2 people and camping mattresses ensure you have a comfy sleep.

Each evening and morning you will enjoy a basin of hot water outside your tent to clean up and feel refreshed. We great you each morning with your choice of tea or coffee in your tent before you meet us in our dining tent equipped with tables and chairs for a hot breakfast. We also provide a private tent with a transportable toilet ensuring we leave no trace!

Lakedale Glamping

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A resort in the San Juan Islands that is so much more. 82-acres of Pacific Northwest magic with room to roam. The perfect launchpad for outdoor adventures with your family, romantic getaways, recharging in nature, and making memories all year round. Forests to explore, meadows to meander, and 40-acres of lakes to float your boat. Social distancing made so easy you just may forget to go home.

Our upscale camping experience in our custom-built canvas cabins and cottages. Our Canvas Cabins sleep 4 and feature queen-size pillow-top beds with flannel duvets, dining table, and a full-size futon.

Canvas Cabin guests are invited to join us for a complimentary continental breakfast in our new Neva Lake Mess Tent. Selections include granola, cereal, pancakes, fresh fruit, bagels, muffins, hearty oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, juice, freshly brewed coffee, hot chocolate and teas.

PRICE Starting at: $1995 per person
double occupancy

Deposit: $595 due today
Final Balance: due 90 days prior to departure

Payment plan available, please inquire

COVID-19: We are following and recommend our travelers follow the directions of their local health authorities, the Center for Disease Control, and the World Health Organization, which is publishing regular updates on international travel and health.

We always recommend travel insurance protection for our travelers, but this protection is especially prudent during these times as travel insurance may cover your travel expenses. Contact us to learn more. The cancel for any reason policy will cover up to 50% of your out-of-pocket expenses should you want to cancel for personal reasons. Cancel for any Reason is only applicable if purchased with 15 days of your first trip payment.

In the event Root Adventures cancels the retreat, we will issue refunds in full.

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