DIY Wellness Nature Walk Day Retreat Series — 2026

Five Seasonal Nature Walk Retreats:

• May 30th @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• June 27th @ 10: 00 AM - 3:00 PM
• July 25th @ 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
• September 19th @ 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
• October 17th @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location:

Susquehanna State Park

Deer Creek Picnic Area

948 Stafford Road, Havre de Grace, Maryland, 21078

Each Nature Walk Day Retreat Includes:

• Nature Walk Day Retreat Duration - 5 hours
• Al Fresco Grounding Lunch - Ordered from Local Restaurants and Hosted on
• Grass Covered with Blankets and Cousins (park seating available - or BYO chair)
• Cold Bottle of Water
• Free DIY Wellness Branded Tote Bag Nature Walk Retreat Gift
• For Sale: DIY wellness T-shirts, Bottles, Chinese Herbal Remodies
• Small Group Size of 10 and 15 Walkers Promoting Focused Supports and
• Itinerary:
  • Opening, 30 Minutes - Welcome, Introductions, Group pairing, Review Agenda / Itinerary and Maps
  • Walk, 90 Minutes - 2.5 to 3 miles total
    • 45 Minutes of walking to a location
    • 20 Minutes of meditation at that location (break time for drinks and snacks)
    • 45 Minutes of walking back to the start of the walk
  • Lunch & Wellness Lesson, 60 Minutes
    • Will have a wellness lesson theme for each walk
  • 60 Minutes of Yoga or Hypnotherapy, Meditation & Affirmations Card
  • Retreat Ends

COST:

$220 Per Person

WALK #1 — Nervous System Reset Walk

Saturday, May 30th @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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WALK #2 — Creative Healing + Art in Nature

Saturday, June 27th, 10: 00 AM - 3:00 PM

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WALK #3 — Release & Let Go (Anger Reset Walk)

Saturday, July 25th, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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WALK #4 — Mindful Connection Community Walk

Saturday, September 19th, 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM

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WALK #5 — Self-Love + Grief Healing Walk

Saturday, October 17th, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Duration: 

5 hours

Participants: 

10–15 per walk

Price: 

$220 per person

Built-In Revenue Enhancers:

• Sell DIY t-shirts
• Sell herbs
• Giveaway branded bags + water bottles at closing
• Different gift bag for each walk
• Collect walk items

Meditation

• Self directed Meditation (Why - use DIY as a Principle?) and (Nature is the Resource)

Principles

• Forest breathing
• Collect something from the walk - as a treasure from the walk

Instruction At the Time of Sign-Up

• Tell them to bring a notebook if they want to take notes (at time of inscription)
• Wear comfortable breathable clothing, shoes for walking/hiking, Waterproof if available
• Bring a backpack, snacks, and any other items you may need for the walk, but pack lightly. Bags can get heavy over the duration of the walk.
• Waiver needs to be signed - day of event
• Walk will cross a small stream, shoes may get wet, staff will assist with crossing

Instructions to Walkers

• Walk at the pace of the group
• Try to keep side conversations at a minimum
• Have conversations about the theme of the day
• Learn the connection between breath, posture, and stress
• Learn movement as an emotional release
• Practice chest/shoulder open
• Practice deep breathing

Built-In Wellness Positioning

Each Walk Reinforces:

• Nervous system regulation
• Nature reconnection
• Emotional processing
• Mental clarity
• Somatic healing
• Community support

This Aligns Strongly With:

• Forest Breathing
• Talk therapy
• Exchange of energy with the elements
• Somatic work
• Herbal wellness
• DIY’s full-body healing model

Expansion Option

If demand is strong, additional bonus walks in:

• Spring Equinox
• Late Fall Reset