"I've been here many times.
Over and over I keep coming back,
making my pilgrimage back to this place,
where my mind stops making so much noise."
~ Scott Stillman, from "Wilderness"
My current offerings focus on deepening your connection with nature and with yourself. Take a step away from your daily stress... and follow me into the forest.
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Saturday, August 9th, 12pm
Nearby private forest up Rist Canyon
(location provided after registration)
Join me for my unique style of restorative yoga.
Combining slow, gentle movement, long stretches, and restorative poses, along with the grounding power of nature, this practice will give you a deep sense of calm and more connection both with yourself and the world outside.
Restorative yoga outside under tall pine trees?
Your nervous system will love you.
(This class is full!)
Sunday, September 21st, 12pm
Lee Martinez Park, Fort Collins
Join me for some mindfulness in an urban forest.
I'll combine the magic of being surrounded by tall trees with gentle mindfulness prompts to encourage you to reconnect with the wild world around you and your inner wisdom. We'll slow down, release worry and stress, and maybe find that place where your mind stops making so much noise.
After, we'll circle up in community and discuss our experiences over a cup of tea. We'll also talk about ways to honor and celebrate the Autumn Equinox (called Mabon in the Celtic wheel of the year).
Check out my blog post, What the heck is forest bathing? for more info.
Thursday October 2nd - Sunday October 12th 2025
I've been leading these cleanses twice yearly for over five years (and cleansing on my own for years before that) - it's become one of my favorite parts of my work. If you've not done a cleanse with me before, here's some info:
Why Do We Cleanse?
Your body and mind love an occasional reset, ideally twice each year in autumn and spring.
Cleansing in the fall helps us balance Vata dosha, preparing for the upcoming cold and dryness of fall & winter. It also clears any residual Pitta heat lingering from the summer, which may show up as inflammation, irritability, and skin issues. A fall cleanse focuses on deep nourishment and rejuvenation after releasing ama (accumulated metabolic waste) from your cells and digestive tract.
We'll have 3 days of easing in and preparing (choosing recipes, buying groceries), 5 days of very gentle cleansing, and 3 days of easing out and shifting focus to rejuvenation. And I'll be cleansing right along with you.
If you haven't done an Ayurvedic cleanse with me before, it's important to know that my cleanses are very gentle. It's not a harsh "detox". We use whole foods, simple Ayurvedic herbal blends in tablet form, and probiotics to help support healthy digestion and elimination - no fasting, shakes, meal replacement bars, or anything artificial..
I provide LOTS of support - my ebook has detailed instructions and easy recipes, you'll receive daily emails, and there are plenty of online group meetups for questions and to help guide you through your cleanse successfully. You can always reply to my daily emails for private support if needed.
Please click the button below to email me for more info. I'm happy to send you more details or set up a free, half hour no pressure chat to see if my Gentle Fall Ayurvedic Cleanse is a good fit for you!
FIELD TRIP - SUMMER FOREST BATH
Saturday, July 19th, 11am
Near Cameron Pass
Nature is magical.
Do you remember being a child, spending your summer days outside? Fascinated with the trees, the grass, the plants, the dirt, even the bugs.
On this field trip, I'll guide you along a beautiful forest trail up near Cameron Pass. This is not a hike, it's more of a walking meditation. I'll combine the magic of being immersed in the forest with gentle Mindfulness prompts to encourage you to reconnect with the wild world around you and your inner wisdom. You'll slow down, and find that place where your mind stops making so much noise.
After, we'll circle up and discuss our experiences over a cup of tea. We'll also talk about celebrating the upcoming Celtic festival of Lughnasadh, and how both Ayurvedic and Celtic wisdom can further deepen your connection with nature.
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FIELD TRIP - SUMMER SOLSTICE FOREST YOGA
Saturday, June 21st, 12pm
Join me for my unique style of restorative yoga. Combining slow, gentle movement, long stretches, and restorative poses, along with the grounding power of nature, this practice will give you a deep sense of calm and more connection both with yourself and the world outside.
Restorative yoga outside under tall pine trees?
Your nervous system will love you for it.
(This class is sold out.)
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FIELD TRIP - SPRING FOREST BATH
Saturday May 3rd
Nature is magical.
Do you remember being a child, spending your summer days outside? Fascinated with the trees, the grass, the plants, the dirt, even the bugs.
We'll combine the magic of being out in the forest with gentle Mindfulness prompts to encourage you to reconnect with the wild world around you. To slow down, and maybe find that place where your "mind stops making so much noise."
We'll also talk a bit about the Celtic celebration of Beltane (May Day), and how both Ayurvedic and Celtic wisdom can further deepen your connection with nature.
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LEARN HOW TO GROW SPROUTS
Tuesday, April 22nd (Earth Day!) 6:15pm
at Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary
In springtime, we often notice sluggishness, lack of motivation, excess mucus, heaviness in the mind and body, and excessive sleepiness. These are all signs of excess Kapha energy in your mind and body, according to Ayurveda.
Adding fresh sprouts to your meals bring a sense of lightness, deep nourishment, and a subtle crunch that helps to clear stagnant Kapha energy out of your system.
In this class, you'll learn why we crave sprouts and spring greens this time of year, and I'll show you how to grow sprouts at home on your windowsill. You’ll leave with a covered glass container full of germinating sprouts, along with a stash of extra seeds for your next few round of sprouts!
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SPRING AYURVEDIC CLEANSE
Thursday March 27th - Sunday April 6th 2025
I've been cleansing for years and leading these cleanses twice yearly for over five years - it's become one of my favorite parts of my practice! If you've not done a cleanse with me before, here's some info:
Why Do We Cleanse?
Your body and mind love an occasional reset, ideally twice each year in autumn and spring. And often you'll find yourself shedding some of the winter weight during a spring cleanse, as your body and mind shift from the hibernation of winter to the fresh energy of spring.
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SHIFT INTO SPRING WITH AYURVEDA!
March 20th 2025
(at Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary)
Combining the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and earthy Celtic traditions, I'll help you learn to gently shift from the hibernation of winter to the blossoming of spring on Ostara (the Spring Equinox).
I'll guide you through some of the foundations of Ayurveda, how it views the energetic shifts of spring, and how to incorporate some nutritional, herbal, and lifestyle practices into your life to help your body move with grace into the new season.
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FINDING CALM IN CHAOTIC TIMES
February 23rd 2025
This class will focus on tools such as breathwork, meditation, and connection to help you feel more calm, grounded, and reconnected to your inner wisdom and joy.
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RESET FOR A NEW YEAR
January 16th through January 19th, 2025
Together, we'll:
We'll wrap it all up on Sunday, Jan 19th at 4pm together (online).