We invite you to create
something magical with us!
MOON HAVEN RETREAT
YOGA • ACUPUNCTURE • JOURNALING • MEDITATION
August 30th, 2020 - September 3rd, 2020
A four-night, three-day retreat built around the September full moon.
The Turquoise Barn in Bloomville, NY (in the Catskills) • Hosted by Kismet Acupuncture & felt Write
Are you ready to release every thing that does not serve you anymore?
The spiritual practice of yoga combines with the ancient medicine of acupuncture to create a transformative experience in the Catskills. The Turquoise Barn provides the stunning backdrop for this four-night, three-day retreat built around the September full moon.
We would love for you to join us at The Turquoise barn in Bloomville, NY. There will be daily yoga, acupuncture, journaling and so much more.
This transformative retreat will culminate in a Yin + Pin under the full moon and a “bond fire” to release every thing that does not serve you anymore.
We invite you to create something magical with us.
The Deets:
Moon Haven Retreat
August 30-September 3, 2020 at The Turquoise Barn in Bloomville, NY
A multi-day experience with yoga, acupuncture, journaling, and meditation.
Hosted by Katie Us of Kismet Acupuncture and Emily Griffith of felt Write
Price: $1111
$333 non-refundable deposit to hold your space, and remaining balance due by 5.1.20
Price includes all meals, shared lodging, parking, wifi, journal & pen, exclusive use of the grounds, all acupuncture and yoga sessions, and a goody bag you’ll leave with.
Cancellations: Deposit is non-refundable, but you may cancel your retreat attendance with at least 45 days notice and receive the rest of your money back.
Please note: This will be a “dry” retreat. No alcohol will be served and we ask that you do not bring any alcohol with you.
More Questions? Email: Info@KismetAcupuncture.com
THE GROUNDS
Nestled deep in the foothills of the idyllic Catskill Mountains, The Turquoise Barn offers large open spaces, fresh air, amazing vistas, spring water, mountains, trees, flowers, birds, gardens, and even the sun, moon, and stars. Located on an ex-dairy farm, the historic 1700's barn (the actual Turquoise Barn), and 1800's carriage house are also Green Certified and eco-friendly.
Outside are acres of meadows, mountains, wooded areas, organic flower & veggie gardens, a spring fed swimming pond and streams. Explore the land hiking either onsite or up the mountain road and just minutes away from the Catskill Scenic Trail for biking, walking, or running. Fire pit for evening gatherings (wood available by request) and open large field with spectacular views nestled in the foothills. A small stage is also located in the Event Field and can be used as a platform for yoga, dancing, or laying back and watching the sky.
ACCOMODATIONS
The 3-story 3,000 sq. ft, converted 1800's Carriage House has large loft-style open spaces with high ceilings downstairs, artist designed & renovated with handcrafted furnishings and art throughout the house. Upstairs are four large bedrooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, tastefully designed and decorated, and each with AMAZING views of the sunrise, sunset, moonrise, mountains or pond. This is an eco-friendly chemical & pesticide-free environment both inside and out. Fresh spring water is available throughout the house and property; you can drink, swim and even shower in it!
Rosa Room - 1 King, 1 Futon
Moss Room - 1 Queen, 1 Futon
Sunset Room - 1 Queen, 2 Single Bunks
Sunrise Room - 1 Queen, 2 Single Bunks
Every bedroom has a bathroom!
These are close quarters - grab your besties and let’s do this!
Sign up with friends so you can share rooms.
First come, first serve!
Downstairs: Additional 5th full bathroom, open kitchen, living area, large dining area with handcrafted tables, radiant heat floors, wood stove, back sun porch with table and large charcoal grill.
FOOD & ACTIVITIES
Watch the sunset, moonrise, stars sparkle, relax by pond, build a bon fire, curl up with a good book next to the wood stove, practice yoga or hike in the foothills, or visit the historical graveyard across the street. And if you want to explore, there are plenty of activities in the area including hiking, farmstands and markets, galleries, restaurants, museums and more.
Getting hungry? Your registration fee covers all meals.
That’s 4 dinners, 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, snacks, water, tea, coffee, juices and “mocktails”!
All meals will be vegetarian, and we’ll have some gluten-free options available.
There’s also a natural spring so we can drink water right from the tap :)
Please note: This will be a “dry” retreat. No alcohol will be served and we ask that you do not bring any alcohol with you.
ITINERARY
TRAVEL & LOCATION
The address of The Turquoise Barn is: 8052 Co Rd 18, Bloomville, NY 13739
Use the embedded Google Maps widget below to view the location, or click here to get directions from wherever you are.
Additional travel details below.
The Turquoise Barn is located ~3 hours from NYC and ~1.5 hours from Albany, NY.
By Car:
Turquoise Barn is located approximately 2 hours from the George Washington Bridge - 3 hours from NYC, 1.5 hrs. from Albany, 1.5 hrs. from Binghamton, 1.5 hrs. from Kingston.
To Bovina - 7 minutes, Delhi - 10 min., Stamford - 10 min, Andes - 15 minutes, Margaretville - 25 min, Cooperstown - 50 min., Woodstock - 1 hr.)
By Plane:
Albany International or NYC.
By Rail:
Metro North to Rhinecliff or Poughkeepsie or Amrak to Albany. Car rental will pick you up at the train station
By Bus:
Trailways to Delhi.
YOUR HOSTS
Emily!
Katie!
Emily Griffith
Hi! I’m Emily, and I’m the creative heART of felt Write. felt Write was born out of the belief that my life’s work can be fun, fulfilling, profitable and of service. I want to bring humanity back into the workforce and be an example of an emotionally intelligent business that thrives. This path has been exciting yet it started from a place of heartbreak. In every decade that I’ve been on this planet, I’ve lost someone close to me. I was 10 when my grandma passed, 19 for my dad, 29 with my sister and 35 for my mom. I processed each loss differently but the outcome was always gratitude for my life and a deeper capacity to love. My mom and sister were diagnosed with cancer within weeks of each other. After one of my mom’s chemo visits, she went to the library and picked up Kris Carr’s Crazy, Sexy, Cancer book. This was monumental. Kris was a gateway to other spiritual thought leaders and business owners. My girls mortality coupled with Kris’s insight led me back to yoga, taking writing classes, working with life coaches, psychologists and other healers. I knew I couldn’t face this on my own and needed as much help as one could get. Any coach, therapist, yoga class, retreat, that I have invested in was an investment in myself. I realized after going through these different mediums that they were conduits for self reflection and expression. I also understood that I will be a forever student. I love to learn, evolve, and want to bring that energy when guiding others.
Spoiler Alert: I do not have the answers for you. What makes felt Write so unique is that every individual who trusts this process will get out of it what’s authentic to them. You have the answers, I’m here to help excavate and put your answers into action.
Katie Us, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac.
Hi, I am Katie!
Let’s get the professional stuff out of the way first.
I am a licensed acupuncturist in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Louisiana. I earned my Diplomate of Acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. I earned my master’s degree from Pacific College of New York and my bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University-New Brunswick. I own Kismet Acupuncture & Apothecary in Kenilworth, NJ where I focus on helping my patients stay healthy. I specialize in chronic and acute pain management, women’s health, and mental health but love treating everyone!
Now let’s talk about the yoga stuff: A few years ago, my spine doctor told me I was no longer allowed to run or lift weights, but he would let me do yoga. He said the stretching and the core strengthening would be beneficial for my back since I had just reaggravated an old injury sustained after a car accident. I started trying a few classes and quickly fell in love with hot yoga and the way I felt after. When I opened Kismet in 2017, I decided to figure out a way to combine yoga and acupuncture because I felt the energetic work of both was similar. This is where Yin + Pin workshops come from. These workshops have become a way for me to share acupuncture to a community already receptive to health and they have been wildly successful. Last year, I got the crazy idea to create a retreat as the next level. I approached Emily and the rest is history.
RECOMMENDED PREP
Preparation tips coming soon… watch this space!
WHAT TO BRING
Yoga mat
A bolster or a yoga block if you have them
Yoga clothes
Loose and comfy clothing for acupuncture sessions
Bug spray
Sunblock
Reusable water bottle
Yoga towels if you want them
And most importantly: an open mind, and an idea of what you want to create in your life!
We will take care of the rest.
QUESTIONS?
We’re here to help! Email: Info@KismetAcupuncture.com
“Any coach, therapist, yoga class, retreat, that I have invested in was an investment in myself. ”
Photos sourced from: TurquoiseBarn.com, MeetFeltWrite.com, Unsplash.com