PRIVATE RETREAT
Bear Wisdom
Discover the Rhythm of Rest, Renewal, and True Self-Care
In a world that glorifies productivity, bears remind us of another way. This five-day retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect with your body, and explore the healing power of presence.
Guided by Koelle Simpson and wildlife tracker Meghan Walla-Murphy, Bear Wisdom blends somatic coaching, bear tracking, and group reflection to help you reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Set in the forested trails of Lake Tahoe, this retreat provides an opportunity to reset your internal rhythm and reconnect with what your body already knows.
Led by Koelle Simpson & Meghan Walla-Murphy
| Location: | South Lake Tahoe, CA |
| Dates: | Available via private retreat request (spring & summer) |
What You'll Gain
- Insight into how to break free from cycles of burnout
- Daily guidance from nature and experienced facilitators
- A deeper relationship with your body's signals and needs
- Practices for reclaiming rest, stillness, and intuitive action
- A supportive, intimate circle for processing and reflection
- Tools to reconnect with joy, boundaries, and nourishment
Why Bears?
Bears embody the rhythm of self-care—resting, nourishing, playing, and establishing clear boundaries. When we follow their lead, we start to acknowledge what our bodies have known all along.
“Bear medicine is slow, grounded, and honest. It reminds us that tending to ourselves is an act of generosity, not indulgence.”
Retreat schedule
Day 1: Arrive & Awaken the Senses
1:00 PM
Arrival & lunch at the meeting lodge
2:00 PM
Group introductions & intentions
3:30 PM
Intro to tracking in the nearby forest
7:00 PM
Dinner & storytelling
8:30 PM
Evening rest
Day 2 - 4: Listening to Bear Wisdom
Morning tracking excursions
Packed lunch on the trail
Midday rest, reflection, or solo time
Evening circles for processing, coaching & connection
Group dinners & laughter
Optional evening meditation and journaling
Day 5: Integration & Return
8:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM
Nature wander, meditation & integration
1:00 PM
Lunch & closing reflections
2:00 PM
Departure
Retreat Fee
$4,600 per participant
Includes:
- 4 nights & 5 days of retreat programming
- Group facilitation with Koelle & Meghan
- Daily tracking excursions
- Meals throughout the retreat
- Group transportation between the lodge and the forest
Lodging and flights are not included. Accommodation suggestions are available
Payment Options:
- Pay in Full: $4,600
- Deposit Plan: 2 payments of $2,300 (1 month apart)
Group Size
This retreat accommodates a maximum of 8 participants.
Cancellation Policy
- Within 60 days: Non-refundable
- 61–90 days prior: 50% refund
- 91+ days: Full refund (minus admin fee)
We will do our best to apply your payment as credit toward a future retreat if necessary.
“Whether you’re navigating trauma, disconnection, or a deep sense of ‘not enough,’ you’re not alone. The wisdom of nature has offered me—and so many others—a gentle, grounded path back to trust, compassion, and meaningful connection. It would be an honor to support you on that journey.”
Interested in the retreat?
To explore availability, pricing, or location options, COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW. We’ll help you create an experience tailored to your needs.
Given the nature of the depth of coaching facilitation that takes place during retreats, it is advised that you have worked with Koelle Simpson for a minimum of 3 virtual one on one coaching sessions prior to attending an in person retreat.
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