Elk Mountain Ranch
INNER PEACE
YOGA & MEDITATION
RETREAT
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
May 1-4, 2025
Each of us carry an innate sense of calm and tranquility within us yet the pressures of everyday life can pull us away from this inner peace. Join me on a journey inward as we reconnect with our true selves through Yoga, meditation, and rest. Experience the vibrant beauty of spring in the inland Pacific Northwest, surrounded by streams, lush pastures, wildflowers, fresh air, and breathtaking forests. Enjoy a weekend filled with Yoga asana (postures), pranayama (breathing), and meditation, suitable for all skill levels.
BODY
Each day, engage in thoughtfully designed Yoga sequences focused on relieving tension in the hips and neck, strengthening core muscles, and improving postural alignment. Our days will begin with a three-hour morning workshop that includes discussions, meditation, and Yoga, aimed at helping you identify and overcome common challenges in your practice. We will accommodate all levels, providing props such as mats, blocks, chairs, blankets, straps, and meditation stools for each session.
BREATH
Breath is the bridge between the mind and body. To calm the mind, we must first learn to regulate our breath. Throughout the retreat, you will learn three breathing techniques that foster mental stability, enhance focus, and reduce stress. Each Yoga session will start and end with breathing practices.
MIND
Yoga asanas (postures) provide numerous benefits for the body. Alleviating physical tension through Yoga is the first step in releasing mental stress. Daily meditation practices and discussions, tailored for both new and experienced meditators, will equip you with practical skills for everyday life.
LOCATION
This magnificent property is on a 150 acre ranch located 15 minutes east of Coeur d' Alene in Northern Idaho. The 4000 sf house is a spacious, comfortable home built with love by the owners. The heart of the home is the original 1908 homestead cabin, whose original deed was signed by President Theodore Roosevelt.
The unique setting of this home is at the confluence of two streams and surrounded by pristine natural beauty to stir your heart. Like a painting come to life with romantic rock bridges, quaint stone steps and walls, lush pastures, fruit trees, flowers and two jade-green ponds filled with trout that guests are encouraged to feed with food provided. This enchanting home is surrounded on three sides by 2.5 million acres of U.S. Forest land extending into Montana and Canada. The property has been maintained as a wildlife preserve with deer, elk, moose, bear, wolves, bald eagles and wild turkeys visiting the ranch. There are no visible neighbors.
TRAVEL
Travel expenses are not included in registration costs.
The nearest major airport is in Spokane, Washington; it is a 45 minute drive to Coeur d' Alene from the Spokane airport.
The Missoula, Montana airport is a 2.5 hour drive to Coeur d' Alene. Ride sharing may be able to be arranged with other participants.
Each participant will receive a map with detailed driving and arrival instructions before the retreat.
Arrive at the ranch anytime after 1:00 PM on Day 1. Relax and explore the property before a stress relieving, hip opening Yoga session from 4:00-6:00 PM. You will be treated to a welcome dinner at 6:30 PM followed by a candlelit, Yoga nidra (guided meditation).
ACCOMMODATIONS
Six bedrooms are dispersed on both the ground and the second floors with comfortable beds, plenty of space and privacy each upstairs room has a private stair case to the room. The two large main floor bathrooms are located at the front and rear of the home. A well stocked laundry room is available for use. Bathrooms have hairdryers.
Wifi is available throughout the house, but cell phone signals are 'spotty' at best. There is a land line for local (208) calls and emergencies. What'sApp works well for phone calls outside of the local area code.
MEALS
Wholesome, vegetarian/vegan meals will be prepared for you. All meals prepared by Shelby Dobbins will be made with fresh, local and organic ingredients when possible. Guests' special dietary needs can be accommodated (gluten free, vegan, allergies).
MEAL TIMES: A hot lunch will be served at noon, dinner at 6:30 PM, 11:00 AM final day brunch. Self-serve coffee, tea and light self-serve breakfast foods will be available before the morning Yoga session.
FREE TIME
Mid-afternoons are left open to relax or explore. You can stay at the ranch or explore the Coeur d'Alene area. Downtown Coeur d' Alene and Lake Coeur d' Alene are a 15 minute drive from the ranch. Bicycles, kayaks and paddle boards can be rented near the lake. An abundance of hiking and biking trails are in and around Coeur d'Alene. A welcome packet with trails, maps and town information upon arrival may help plan your free time.
SCEHDULE
Arrival Day:
Arrival between 1-4 PM PST
4:00-6:00 PM Yoga Practice (2 hrs)
Welcome Dinner
8:30 PM Candle Light (Pajama) Yoga Nidra
Day Two:
Morning Workshop & Practice (3 hrs)
Lunch
Rest & Digest Time
Afternoon Gentle Yoga Practices & Meditation
Dinner
Sound Bath Meditation
Day Three:
Morning Workshop & Practice (3 hrs)
Lunch
Rest & Digest Time
Gentle Yoga Practice & Meditation
Dinner
Drum Circle & Kirtan
Day Four:
Morning Asana, Breathing & Meditation Practice (2 hrs)
Brunch 11:00 AM
Departure by 1 PM
*Discussions will include topics that will enhance, expand and support your practice of Yoga. Topics will be mantra, meditation, philosophies of Yoga and Ayurveda.
Registration for May 1-4, 2024
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Accommodations for three nights
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Daily 3 hour morning yoga workshops & practices
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One afternoon hip opening practice (arrival day)
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Two, afternoon, meditation & gentle yoga sessions
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Sound Bath Meditation
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Restorative & Somatic Yoga
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Wholesome vegan/vegetarian meals prepared by Shelby Dobbins
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Three dinners, two lunches, light/self serve breakfast foods, final day brunch, all day coffee/tea station
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Organic sourbogh bread by Shelby (Nanu Bakery)
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Candlelit, fireside, Yoga and meditation sessions
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Handouts on Yoga & meditation
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Small group instruction (maximum of 8 students)
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Access to the 150 acre ranch to hike, explore and relax
ROOM CHOICES
1) Balcony Room: RESERVED
Queen bed, private full bath with shower and private patio/terrace. Located on the second floor, private staircase leads to the room. Stunning views of the forest through large glass windows at front of house can be seen from the bed. This is a loft type of room with an open railing above the Yoga room. People cannot see into the Balcony room from the lower level. The Yoga room is closed to the rest of the house between 9 PM and 8 AM to ensure complete privacy to those in the Balcony room.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00, one person
Double Occupancy: 2875.00 total for two people
2) Silver Room: RESERVED
Large room on main floor, queen bed and views of the fruit tree orchard and small pasture. Shared bath located across hallway from room. Bathroom shower is shared with the Bear's Den.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00 one person
Double Occupancy: 2875.00 total for two people
3) Bear's Den: RESERVED
Part of the original 1908 log cabin. A large room with one double bed, two twin beds and a private half bath (powder room). Located on second floor, a private stair case leads to room. Full bathroom with shower is located at the base of stairs is shared with the Silver Room.
Single Occupancy: 1575.00
Double Occupancy: 2875.00 two people
4) Moose Room:
Queen bed, one window, large closet. Located on the main floor at the back of the house. Large bath shared with Wolf and Native American rooms.
Single Occupancy: 1575
5) Wolf Room: RESERVED
A cozy room with two large windows and a twin bed, a private exterior door and lots of natural light. Located on main floor at rear of house. Large shared bath with Moose and Native American rooms. No closet.
Single Occupancy: 1575
6) Native American Room: RESERVED
The most private and quiet of the six bedrooms, located on the second floor with a private staircase leading to the bedroom. Overlooking the back of the house, this room has a comfortable full/double size bed. The large bathroom is located at the bottom of the stair case and is shared with Wolf and Moose Rooms. No closet.
Single Occupancy: 1575
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Reserve your room with a non-refundable 500.00 deposit per room.
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Registration: Submit the form in the link below. An invoice for the deposit will be emailed to you.
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No refunds after April 1
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Cancellations made before March 1, 2024 will receive full refund, minus 500.00 deposit. (If we can find a student to fill your room during this time you will receive a full refund minus the deposit)
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Cancellation made between March 2 - March 31 will receive a 50% refund minus the deposit. (If we find a student to fill your pace you will receive a full refund minus the deposit.
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No refunds after April 1, 2025.
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Arrival: Nearest airports are Spokane, WA (60 minutes away) and Missoula, MT (2.5 hours away). Please let me know if you are interested in car-sharing from the airport, I will try to connect you with other students to arrange a carpool. Uber/Lyft are appx. 100.00 each way.