EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENTIAL

	Experience what a healthy lifestyle is all about: Preparing/eating whole nutrient dense organic meals Having activity in your life (exercise, walking, cycling, snowshoeing) Creating time for stillness & solitudes Connecting with nature
2012 Special: 10% off! When: January 20-22, February 17-19, March 14-16 (March Break-mid week), April 20-22 OR Choose another week-end that works for you! Note: Maximum 6 people per week-end Where: Woodland Vista in the Haliburton Highlands
	"It opened up a whole new world of eating. It changed my life. I will incorporate more nutrient dense fruit and vegetables and begin to cut out nutrient deficient processed, enriched foods" ... M. Gatto, May 2011
"Having activity in my life... Living more lightly..."

ALL IS WELL - A Healthful Lifestyle Retreat

“Health care is self care”- Dr. Fuhrman

Introduction ... Mission/Goals/Principles ... Package Components
Cost ... Sample Itinerary ... Retreat Procedures

INTRODUCTION

Chief Seattle (1854):
“All things are connected. Whatever befalls the Earth, befalls the sons of the earth. Man did not weave the web of life, he is merely a strand in it. Whatever he does to the web, he does to himself.”

Dr. Oz:
“I am a cardiovascular surgeon infatuated with the challenge and promise of high tech medicine and surgery. Nonetheless, I have become convinced that the most overlooked tool in our medical arsenal is harnessing the body’s own ability to heal through nutritional excellence.”

World Health Organization:
“Households should select predominantly plant-based diets rich in vegetables and fruits, beans or legumes, and minimally processed starchy staple foods.”

Dr. Fuhrman:
“We are eating food that is deficient in nutrients and fibre. More of us than ever before are eating high-calorie foods while remaining inactive - a dangerous combination!”

I have come to realize that I must continue to educate myself and in turn others in what has become a passion: sustainable wellness for us and for Planet Earth…

• Eating healthy, nutrient dense foods
• Having activity in my life
• Having stillness in my life
• Living more lightly

My wife and I have had the wonderful good fortune to meet connected human beings such as a food director, chefs, holistic nutritionists, athletic trainers, retreat specialists, life coaches and Dr. J. Fuhrman who truly value healthier living. As a result, we are able to offer a sustainable home, a secluded natural setting and a healthful lifestyle retreat package that we believe, will create a paradigm shift for you to begin and/or enhance your personal wellness journey.

We truly hope, if it is your decision to use our home as your personal retreat time that it becomes a relaxing and rejuvenating opportunity; as well as a ‘refreshing education’ in how we all can make better choices for a more healthful lifestyle.

Respectfully,

Barb & Rob Taylor
Woodland Vista ~ Sustainable Living

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MISSION/GOALS/PRINCIPLES

Our Mission

To offer an experiential/educational sustainable well-being retreat in a woodlot setting that honours our natural ecosystems by trying to ‘live more lightly’.

Goals of Our Well-Being Retreat

1. To provide new insight into how we perceive our own personal wellness…we focus on healthy, nutrient dense/whole foods, movement (sustainable recreation) and stillness (solitudes, reflection opportunities).
2. To reconnect with and rediscover nature for our own well-being as well as that of Earth.
3. To provide an opportunity to relax, reflect and rejuvenate in a certified energy efficient home situated in a woodlot setting that is peaceful, tranquil and quiet.

Principles of Our Well-Being Retreat

1. We use healing/nutrient dense organic whole foods and buy as local as possible/as seasonal as we can.
2. We believe in experiential, hands-on learning. You will be:
   • preparing several meals with an experienced culinary connoisseur
   • actively connecting with nature
   • participating in sustainable recreation
   • having quiet times for solitudes and reflection
3. We believe that greater impacts are achieved with small groups … 6 maximum!
4. We believe in pacing the week-end to match the needs of the group.

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PACKAGE COMPONENTS OF OUR WELL-BEING RETREAT

• Six (6) healthy, nutrient dense organic whole food meals
• Actively preparing meals with an experienced culinary connoisseur
• Knowledgeable and experienced leaders dedicated to your wellness and that of planet Earth
• Solitudes/reflection opportunities
• Campfire
• Relaxation time in a tranquil and peaceful woodlot setting that honors our natural ecosystems
• A building that is certified energy efficient along with opportunities to learn how to ‘live more lightly’
• All linens & towels supplied
• All natural environmental amenities supplied…True Differences … Our Personal Touches;
• Earthwalk…learning how to observe and to rediscover our sense of wonder in nature
• A nature trail for leisurely walking
• Introduction to the scientifically based: ‘Nutritarian Lifestyle’ by Dr. Fuhrman
• A Breath of Fresh Air with Yours Outdoors- sustainable recreation (one of the following depending on the season/weather conditions: snowshoeing, themed hiking, ice climbing, cross country skiing, canoeing, cycling or mountain biking)

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COST

3 days/2 nights is $360.00 per person (includes HST)

Notes:

1. This price includes all accommodations, 6 healthy/nutrient dense organic whole food meals, expert leaders, hands-on programming/meal preparations and all taxes.
2. Couples/groups of 6 are encouraged!
3. Book your small group well in advance - we recommend 2-3 months.
4. We can customize a Healthier Lifestyle Retreat package (priced accordingly) that  meets your group's needs.

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A SAMPLE ITINERARY

Note: This itinerary is only a sample and may be subject to change. Woodland Vista and Yours Outdoors reserve the right to make changes in response to individual group needs, availability of experience providers, weather and other factors.

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RETREAT PROCEDURES

We are committed to making this unique experience one that you will remember. To ensure your enjoyment, comfort and safety, the following is suggested:

1. Our retreat operates with a maximum of 6 people per 3 days/2nights.
2. We require about 2-3 months advance notice to get your choice of date and allow us time to confirm the commitment of our expert support staff.
3. A 50% non refundable deposit (cheque - made out to: Rob Taylor) is required when booking, along with the completed registration and medical forms. Please send to: Rob Taylor, 1082 Kelson Road, MINDEN, Ontario. K0M 2K0.
4. Upon arrival: the remaining 50% payment, along with the signing of our waiver/liability form and a receipt will given to you for the retreat cost.

If you should need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at
705-286-5129.

Download registration form.
Download medical form.

What You Should Know and Bring

• Outdoor clothes in layers, wear footwear suitable for walking in damp areas. Long pants are recommended plus rain gear, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Let us know about any food allergies or food preferences and pertinent medical issues on your forms.
• A notebook or journal and writing utensil.
• An apron for food preparing
• We have a no smoking/no pet policy.

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