AN IMMERSIVE HOLISTIC HEALING & NATURE RETREAT FOR BODY & SPIRIT
WITH SARAH RAYNE
VERNONIA, OREGON | MAY 5-7, 2023
Your inner empress is alive within you
The part of you that likes to stop and smell the roses, that wants to delight in all of life’s pleasures freely and without shame, to follow your desires and intuition, to pick fresh raspberries off the bush, that finds deep satisfaction in giving and receiving care and affection, that laughs as you squish your bare feet into the mud, and that feels deeply connected to the earth and all life…
This May, as the earth is awakening and flowers are beginning to open and bloom, as the sun sails through the juicy & sensual sign of Taurus, during Beltane season when all feels ripe and pleasurable and vibrantly alive, on the eve of a powerful Full Moon Eclipse in Scorpio, we invite you to gather in retreat together with us, surrounded by the gifts and splendor of the natural world.
This immersive weekend healing retreat will be all about connecting to our pleasure, deepening our relationship with the earth, tending to our bodies with care and reverence, finding connection in community, practicing intentional magic, and receiving transformative healing, guidance, and care. This experience will be a sacred pause and a deep breath, a chance to fill your cup and remember your magic, and to initiate whatever transformation and healing you are ready for that can continue to support you in your day-to-day life.
Ruled by the planet Venus and the sign of Taurus, empress energy is all about celebrating pleasure, beauty, creativity, joy, and connecting to our own earth & body magic. This energy is available to anyone and everyone who desires to connect to it - regardless of gender identity or expression. As an archetype of the tarot, the empress is an intrinsic part of the spectrum of our human experience. This retreat is open to women, queer, and trans folks desiring a deeply restorative weekend of healing and magic in community.
THIS RETREAT WILL TAKE PLACE ON A MAGICAL PROPERTY IN VERNONIA, OREGON - ABOUT AN HOUR NORTHWEST OF PORTLAND.
The property includes plenty of space to wander through the woods, a beautiful creek, a big outdoor firepit, a sauna, a steam room, a beautiful indoor yoga / movement studio, a communal kitchen, dining, and gathering area on the first floor of the house, and beautifully appointed cabins with both private and shared accommodation options. Plus goats, donkeys, and a farm dog and cats!
THIS RETREAT INCLUDES:
-2 nights of accommodations (shared or private cabins, or camping)
-5 home-cooked vegetarian meals (gluten free and vegan options available upon request)
-Opening Ceremony with a rose blessing and lesson on empress energy
-Sound Bath with hands-on reiki healing
-Body Temple Dance somatic movement practice
-Meditative nature crafting activities
-Empress activation ceremony including an outdoor fire ceremony
-Intentional magical herbal oil crafting to take home
-Closing circle & Full Moon Eclipse in Scorpio ceremony for alchemy & rebirth
-Free time to wander, connect with the earth, read, write, or create
-Lots of love, magic, care, and insight from your experienced guide
-Property access from 3pm on Friday until 1pm on Sunday
-Conscious connection in community
-Steam room & sauna access
-& more TBA!
THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF YOU…
-ARE FEELING BURNT OUT FROM YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-AREN’T FEELING FULLY PRESENT WITH OR CONNECTED TO YOUR BODY
-ARE CURIOUS ABOUT OR ALREADY HAVE AN INTEREST IN EMPRESS ENERGY
-DESIRE TO FILL YOUR CUP AND REMEMBER YOUR OWN PERSONAL MAGIC
-WANT TO IMMERSE YOURSELF WITH SELF-CARE & CULTIVATE SELF-LOVE
-WANT TO CONNECT DEEPLY WITH THE ENERGY OF THE EARTH
-DESIRE TO HONOR BELTANE & TAURUS SEASON IN MAGICAL COMMUNITY
-FEEL THE CALL AND THE SACRED “YES”!
EXCHANGE
-SHARED CABIN: $550
-PRIVATE CABIN: $700
-CAMPING: $550
-PRIVATE CABIN FOR 2: $1350
BIPOC Discount: An additional $25 off pay-in-full with the code “RECEIVE” (for payment plans with BIPOC discounts - please email us to set this up)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Private
Available for singles ($700 each) or couples / friends ($1,350 total // $675 each)
Double Cabins - 1 set of single bunk beds (3 available)
Shared
“Grey Haven” - 2 sets of bunk beds (4 ppl total)
“White House” - 5 single beds (not bunks - 5 ppl total)
**You can request to room near friends you are attending with - just let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you**
Camping
Tent or car / RV camping (no hookups) - 5 spots available
**Please note that it may be rainy this time of year and we cannot guarantee the weather. If camping, please plan to bring a tarp, rain fly, and waterproof shoes and jacket.**
Credit Card, Venmo, or Paypal
Pay in full at the button below or…
***Receive a $5 discount when you pay directly on venmo or paypal!***
Venmo: @sarah-rayne or PayPal: firebirdhealingarts@gmail.com via “sending to a friend option”
If sending on venmo please put your email address in the comments.
BIPOC Discount
An additional $25 off pay-in-full with the code “RECEIVE” (for payment plans with discount - please email us to set this up)
Payment Plans
2-Part payment plans are available at the button below. Second payment must be made by April 1st, 2023.
SCHOLARSHIPS & PAYMENT OPTIONS
Work Exchange: We have one work-exchange spot available for 50% off of the full price. This person would be assisting our chef with food prep and cleanup during the retreat weekend. If you are interested in this position, please email us at firebirdhealingarts@gmail.com.
BIPOC Discount: An additional $25 off pay-in-full with the code “RECEIVE” (for payment plans with discount - please email us to set this up)
Payment Plans: We offer a 2-part payment plan option. 50% of payment to reserve your spot, and the last 50% automatically taken 30 days later. Final payment must be made by April 1st.
Payment Terms: Please note that all payments and deposits are final, and we are not able to offer refunds or credits for any reason. If for some reason you cannot make the retreat, you are welcome to try to find someone to take your spot.
***$5 discount if you pay directly on venmo or paypal!***
HEALTH & SAFETY
We ask that you aim to protect your health & avoid high-risk situations where you could be exposed to covid-19, flu, or any illness in the weeks leading up to the retreat for the sake of community health for all attendees. Covid-19 vaccines and boosters are not required but are **strongly encouraged**.
Masks will not be required during the retreat but we support your choice to wear one if you prefer.
All attendees will be required to email proof of a negative covid-19 test within 48 hours of the retreat beginning.
TRANSPORT
Car transport will be required to and from the property. We’re happy to help arrange carpooling!
Sarah Rayne
is a queer witch, a healing artist, a creator, and a holder of sacred space. She alchemizes group magic & expands awareness through her ceremony + workshop offerings, and supports clients on their healing journeys through nourishing 1:1 sessions that include tarot readings, reiki energy healing, intuitive guidance, and/or sound healing. She is a Reiki Master, Body Temple Dance facilitator, trained tarot reader, musician, and creator.
She is also the founder and magician-in-chief of Firebird Healing Arts, a resource for healing events & community. She shares her magic locally in Portland, Oregon, as well as online, with the whole world.
Client Testimonials
“I cannot recommend Sarah enough. She is super chill, professional, instantly makes her client feel comfortable and at ease, is wise, intuitive, and a gifted healer. Seeing her for the last few months has helped me to come into my own in a way I have never experienced, creating lasting peace and positive changes in my life from just a few sessions. So worth it and just an amazing person to know.” -AP, Portland Client
“Working with Sarah is like receiving a warm hug for your soul. Her energy is patient, calming, and accepting- and the way she embodies her magic and creativity is inspiring. I always feel validated and more connected to my intuition after having a session with her. Her tarot readings have been spot on and really helpful- especially over the pandemic, when things were very confusing and unknown. She really interprets guidance in a way that is easy to understand and always hopeful. I look forward to attending more of her live events, and I can’t wait to continue cultivating my connection to spirit with her as my guide!” -EW, Online Client