LIVING YOUR AUTHENTIC LIFE
The Art of Caring for Self and Others
July 17-July 27, 2023
Come for any of the dates during this period. Two-night minimum, $199/night.
Please note that rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis for each date, so please let us know soon!
LGBTQ+ Welcome and Celebrated!
Self-Esteem/Self-Care, Personal Empowerment and Leadership Skills
Young people are struggling to find their place in this complex world – to figure out who they are and how they relate to their environment, their community, and to the earth. Without these connections, it is hard to develop a healthy sense of self or embrace self-care and balance. Our physical, mental, and emotional health is not separate from how we relate to the world around us.
We use arts and nature along with classes in self-awareness/self-care/harm-reduction, and connection with all living beings to inspire personal insights and grow leadership skills.
Learn powerful tools for decision-making, healthy choices, setting intentions, overcoming procrastination, and consciously creating a life that works! It starts with self-discovery and, through that, building self-esteem and clarity about who you are and the direction you choose to take in life. You will leave with motivation and a sense of direction - a new outlook on your life, yourself, and where you want to go from here.
This program is ideal for older teens and young adults about to begin their college careers or preparing for life on their own, as well as anyone wanting more social-emotional tools and those interested in building a sense of what they have to offer in this world.
We understand that this is a busy time in your life and full of challenging decisions. Whether you are planning for college, deciding whether to go or to take a break, or deciding what to do with the rest of your life, we would like to support you in making choices from your most authentic self.
Please join us for a healthy dose of inspiration to build skills and jump-start this next phase of your life!
Financial Assistance: Please inquire about scholarships as donor or recipient at ciaricco@gmail.com.
Year around support options: Individual and group sessions and intensives.
Painting by Sophie Williams
CLASSES MAY INCLUDE
Daily Check-ins and Self-Discovery/Self-Awareness Support
The Basics of Self-Care/Self-Love/Self-Esteem
Harm Reduction Classes
Art Classes: Painting/Drawing/Art-in-Nature
Journaling/Poetry Writing
Ecological Farming/Embracing Nature
Healthy Cooking Classes
Conscious Decision Making
Leadership/Self-Esteem and Performance Skills
Amenities & Activities Include
Mountain Views and Nearby Mountain Hikes
Indoor and Outdoor Pools
Nearby Lakes and Streams
Quechee Gorge Hike
On-Site Restaurant*
Activities/Game Room
Arcade
Onsite Store*
Fire Circle/Marshmallow Roasting
Bungee Trampoline*
Mountain Coaster*
Billings Animal Farm and Museum*
Exploring the beautiful town of Woodstock, VT
Vermont Institute of Natural Science
Rapture Aviary Enclosure
Songbird Aviary
Open-Air Art Museums
Climbing Wall*
Miniature Golf or Disk Golf*
Scenic Chair Lift or ZipLine*
Paddling choice of Canoe, Kayak, or Raft*
River Tube Trip*
Forest Canopy Walk*
Ropes Challenge Course
*optional, requires additional fee