What is a Vision Quest?
A vision quest is a rite of passage in some indigenous cultures, traditionally undertaken by adolescents. It is a spiritual journey into the wilderness to seek personal growth, guidance, and direct revelation from the natural world or the spirit realm. Participants often fast and spend time alone in contemplation, aiming to connect deeply with nature and their inner selves, to emerge with greater clarity, purpose, or direction in life.
This Experience is a “Mini Vision Quest”
The Mini Vision Quest Experience we're offering is a condensed version of this profound spiritual journey. Designed to provide a taste of the deeper exploration we plan to offer later in the year, this weekend retreat integrates elements of the traditional vision quest into a more accessible format. Participants will engage in practices like gentle movement, meditation, and self-reflection, all within a nurturing natural environment, to begin their journey of personal discovery and connection. This mini quest serves as an introduction to the transformative potential of the full vision quest experience, inviting you to start your path toward deeper understanding and personal growth.
We are offering you a magical safe and supported immersion in nature, staying in our beautiful hosted luxury canvas bell tents with Tempur-Pedic queen mattresses and three plant-based meals or you may fast as part of the experience.
Guided by Kelsey Wishik, Author of Return to Vastness
Kelsey Wishik, based in Athens, GA, is a distinguished guide in the realm of self-discovery and natural connection. Her expertise is rooted in hundreds of solo wilderness journeys, insights from which are captured in her book, "Return to Vastness." A yoga and movement instructor, artist, and musician, Kelsey holds ERYT 200 and RYT 500 certifications, with over 13 years of experience in yoga. Her teachings are a rich blend of yoga's philosophy, studies in Chinese Medicine, neuroscience, pranayama, meditation, and mantra, reflecting a deep commitment to the holistic exploration of self and nature.
Kelsey’s vision quest retreats are an invitation to deeply connect with oneself through the wisdom of the natural world. Her approach leverages her extensive background in both solitary wilderness experiences and comprehensive academic studies. Participants in her retreats are guided on a transformative journey, designed to foster a profound understanding of self in harmony with nature. With her global experience in facilitating workshops and community circles, Kelsey offers a unique pathway for individuals seeking to explore their inner landscapes and expand their spiritual horizons.
Every participant will receive a copy of Kelsey’s book via mail upon registration.
SPECIAL RATES APPLY FOR MEMBERS
Annual members are eligible for a limited availability $300+tax flat fee. Read more here.