FAVORITE LOCATIONS

- Door County, WI -
Home to five state parks, Door County gives us more options than we need to find a place to become whole in nature. You may experience sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, stargazing, outdoor live music, scenic views, hiking & places to let your creativity flow. 

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- Chequamegon National Forest, WI -
A great place for tranquility all year round, the Chequamegon - Nicolet National Forest covers 1.5 MILLION aces of Wisconsin's Northwoods. These retreats are truly focused on finding your inner light through personal growth, mindfulness & meditation.

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- Southern WI State Parks -
The state parks in Southern Wisconsin offer rock climbing, waterfalls, springs, woods & so much more! Traveling here to let go of fear, these retreats come with cabin lodging, scenic views & hikes that will help you overcome life's major obstacles.

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- Lake Superior National Forest, Canada -
Lake Superior does it again! This national forest is truly amazing & a must see! Sea kayaking, high elevations, & a campsite to inspire makes this trip fabulous for moving meditations, deep conversations & a transformative experience. 

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Mindful Beginnings School Year Program
Location - Glenwood Moravian Church
725 Gilmore Ave Madison WI 53711
1st Sunday/month, October 2019 - May 2020 | 1pm - 4pm

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A continuation from the Mindful Beginnings summer camp, kids who have participated in a Hike and Heal program previously are highly encouraged to attend. Any 3rd-8th grader, however, can participate.  We will share gratitude together in opening circle, enjoy a 30-45 minute mindfulness practice (which will often entail yoga) and then head out in the neighborhood to explore, have fun and play games with one another. The intent of the program is to give past participants opportunities to continue building relationships with one another, skills in mindfulness, skills in leadership as well as a safe space to have fun and be yourself in a small familiar group. If you don't want to register for the full 8 dates, use coupon code "mindfulbegdropin" to register for one class and drop-in when it works for your schedule! 

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Outdoor Leadership Mentoring
 Location - Hoyt Park, Madison WI
Tuesdays only | 4:15p - 6pm for 8 straight weeks
No dates for 2019/2020 school year scheduled
***geared towards 2nd - 5th graders. Limited to 12 participants.

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At Hoyt Park, we will be focused on leadership and fostering a deeper connection with nature to enhance the health and well-being of each participant. Leadership is not currently a benchmark or standard in Wisconsin, and thus isn't a focus in the schools. With our current technology-driven society, there is a huge need for kids to be learning skills in leadership. ​By participating in our Hike and Heal Beginnings Program, your child will learn the following:

• personal responsibility
• accountability
• how to create and maintain lasting relationships
• how to problem solve

• what it means to be trustful
• how to live with respect
• their own personal strengths to gain confidence
• why nature is essential for us!

Participants will meet at Hoyt park until November to offer gratitude to one another, explore surroundings, connect with their senses and participate in fun games that are followed by facilitated conversations rooted in leadership. ​Outdoor exploration depends on weather & group. 

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Kids Yoga & Mindfulness
Location - Midvale Elementary School Gymnasium
​502 Caromar Drive Madison WI 53711
No offerings in 2019-2020 at this time

​Participants will build interpersonal skills and become more aware of their physical, mental and emotional bodies through practices in yoga and mindfulness. Classes will be playful, engaging and community based! Kids will learn poses to help with life's common struggles and ailments, as well as breathing & meditation techniques to take into the home. Through education in yoga and mindfulness, your child will benefit by:

• learning body awareness & building strength
• getting a better understanding of their emotions
• learning how to manage stress through the breath
• learning how to be reflective through meditation​

• building concentration & focus techniques
• increasing confidence and self-image
• feeling a part of a supportive community
• having fun by playing and exploring with friends!

​Truth be told, the benefits are limitless. In just one week, a parent commented she had witnessed both of her kiddos "connecting with the most peaceful, joyful, emotionally aware versions of themselves." ​

 

family beginnings

If light is in your heart, you will find your way home. 

-Rumi

Family Wellness Workshops

Coming to Madison in 2022
A Yoga-Centered & Mindful Family Life
Building Nature Connection in the Community
A Lifespan of Healthy Play for the Whole Family

 

school year beginnings

Register for our upcoming school year programs! Join us for our Mindful Beginnings program on the first Sunday of each month, October - May.  

LEADERSHIP  &  NATURE
​Location:  Hoyt Park
Oct - Nov | Tuesdays, 4:15-6:00p | Grades 2 - 5
**No Available Dates for 2019/2020 School Year

​Tuesdays will be focused on leadership and fostering a deeper connection with nature to enhance the health and well-being of each participant. We meet at Madison parks to offer gratitude to the land, explore our surroundings, connect with our senses and participate in fun games that are followed by conversations rooted in personal leadership. 

MINDFUL BEGINNINGS
Location: Glenwood Moravian Church
Oct - May | 1st Sundays, 1-4p | Grades 3 - 8
**Registration is open for 2019/2020!

A chance to continue what they've learned in previous Hike & Heal programs - whether that be outdoor leadership, yoga, offering gratitude or all of the above! Come to a safe space monthly to build connections, practice yoga, play fun games outside and continue to develop skills in leadership. Past participants are highly encouraged to attend but it is open to anyone. 

KIDS  YOGA
​Location: Midvale Elementary School
Jan - March | Tuesdays, 4:45-5:30 | Grades 1 - 2
​**No Available Dates for 2019/2020 School Year

In Yoga, kiddos will focus on building interpersonal skills to help kids become more aware of their physical, mental and emotional bodies through yoga and mindfulness. Classes will be playful, engaging and community based! Kids will learn poses to help with life's common struggles and ailments, as well as breathing & meditation techniques to take into the home. 

Imagine the benefits of consistent wellness programming the school year!

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every person needs a place to start

Hike and Heal Beginnings is a place for youth to build skills, learn how to express themselves in healthy ways and where they are recognized for their talents. Parents are invited to join in on the fun too! In several of our programs, parents have the option to breathe, explore and grow in nature right alongside the kiddos! That way, learning is full circle, and the entire family begins to benefit.

School Year Beginnings

Take advantage of our small group program that focuses on leadership, kids yoga & mindfulness in nature during the academic school year.

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Summer Beginnings

Formally known as "Camp Begin," Hike and Heal Beginnings offers summer programming for a wide age of youth with varying themes.

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Family Beginnings

Family workshops on mindfulness, yoga, leadership and nature are offered sporadically throughout the year. 

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Youth

MOTHER - DAUGHTER RETREAT

Mothers and daughters around the world go through unique phases in their relationships that cycle through from infancy, childhood, the teenage years, all the way to adulthood and old age. Mothers depend on their daughters as much as daughters depend on their mothers. Life is truly a balancing act that can sometimes seem impossible. Embark on a unique retreat to bond in nature through problem solving initiatives, coaching exercises and partner activities to deepen the trust in your relationship. Add new self-care techniques to your toolbox so you can be your best self around your family. Spend time working on you, while broadening your mother-daughter relationship so you can leave with solutions versus a bigger list of problems. 

​Due note: BOTH parties need to be invested in this endeavor. It will not work to trick the other into this or give this opportunity as a sneaky gift. Talk to your mom or daughter about it and make a list of pro's and con's. How will it help your past, present and future? If you need suggestions or coaching, get in touch with us!
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What is Included: Relationship Coaching Exercises focused on communication, trust and respect; Creative Art; Sound Healing; Guided Forest Therapy Walk; Journaling; Hatha Yoga; Mindfulness Exercises & an optional Massage Therapy or Reiki appointment.

​Details: 5 family minimum. ​See cancellation policy. 
Price: $425/family | $100 deposit required | Payment plans available by request
Location: Within 1 hour driving distance of Madison WI
Dates: Nothing currently scheduled - dates coming 2020. Will market a date if we get a group of 4-6 mothers/daughters. 

Welcome Young Champions! See details below and register

October 7th - 8th, 2017 @ Interstate State Park (aka Taylors Falls)

Park Address
Interstate State Park
307 Milltown Court
Taylors Falls, MN 55084
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Camping Location
Group Camp Site, Basic A, GC2​
-Only two vehicles allowed at campsite. Will need to carpool into site. Hike and Heal will provide tents. Campers should bring personal camping gear (i.e. sleeping pad, bag, etc). 

Meeting Location
TBD. Mackenzie will send a group text Friday night with meeting place. Check-in is at 4pm so we will be using a pavilion and a general public space for group yoga and other activities. 

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Retreat Menu
*Please share any dietary restrictions upon registration

Saturday Lunch | "Life on the trail is easy"

Saturday Dinner | "Life is short, eat more taco's"

Sandwiches     ham, turkey or pb & honey
Chips     the standard assortment pack
Fruit    apples
​Dessert     dark chocolate
Snacks     homemade chex mix & granola bars
Drinks     quality H20 (bring your water bottle - we'll refill it)

Chicken    crock pot tacos with onions, peppers and a homemade blend of seasonings
Soft    soft shells warmed from the campfire
Fixings    salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, guacamole
Crunch     tortilla chips warmed from the campfire
Drinks     byob - if you want to drink, be our guest, but bring some to share!
Dessert     s'mores 

Sunday Breakfast | "Just do it"

Fruit Parfaits    unsweetened yogurt, fruit, homemade granola
Bagels & Cheese     an assortment of not so healthy carbs and dairy
Drinks     pressed coffee, juice, water

Registration Directions

Step 1) Fill out online registration form 
Step 2) Send completed waiver to info@hikeandheal.com