What To Expect at the Wine Country Women’s Retreat

Welcome to the wonderful world of Sonoma County, California. Home to endless world class wineries, incredible cuisine, enchanting redwood forests and the magnificence of the northern California coast. We’ll ride on quite two and one lane roads along side budding vineyards, through coastal forests and along side the wild Pacific with its barking sea lions and secluded untouched beaches. We’ll also stop frequently at the many world class vineyards and home grown gourmet bakeries and shops en route.

If you’re an accomplished rider or haven’t been on a bike in a while, our guides will tailor the riding to each group’s capabilities so you’ll be riding with kindred spirits on matched terrain. We’ll also provide expert instructions for all levels.

• For beginners we’ll teach you gearing, climbing, descending and cornering. If you haven’t been on a bike in a while, don’t worry, you won’t be alone. We’ll help you get your wheels under you again with supportive instruction from accomplished riders. Most beginning riders leave with a rekindled dedication to themselves and to riding.
• For intermediate and above riders we’ll help with climbing, cornering at speed, riding in groups, drafting and the care and feeding of yourself and your bike on long rides.

We’ll combine the outdoor adventure of cycling and hiking in the beautiful Sonoma Valley with the relaxing adventures for our soul, like daily yoga, dance, journaling, meditation and MASSAGE!

A well-deserved reward for your senses, this retreat offers you a relaxing and entertaining vacation that will send you home renewed and revitalized with a new passion for life. We focus on building health and fitness from the inside out. Here are just a few body, mind and spirit treats you have in store.

Body

• Road Riding
• Trail running on the Bishops Ranch
• Hiking through the Armstrong Redwood Forest and along the beach.
• Participate in daily yoga. Relax, strengthen, center, and empower yourself.
• African Dance with Kris Freewoman

Mind
• Learn from the pros. Our staff of world-class athletes will give you expert training tips for every athletic ability. We’ll explain things in a way that is relevant to you! Hear inspirational stories from the staff, and learn how everyone is an athlete.
• Heart’s Desire journal. We’ll help you overcome obstacles and unleash the courage to live your dreams. You’ll discover a process to identify and realize your HEART'S DESIRE. This can stick with you for a lifetime and always be a pillar of support for you.

Spirit
• Daily inspirational poetry, heartfelt discussion and sharing, visualization, journaling and creative activities.
• Get Happy Hour (wine tasting every day)

Small group sizes for all activities and all ability levels. Individual, personalized professional instruction and guidance, safe supervision of all activities and heart-felt support from our staff.

The Wine Country Retreat Includes:

• Accommodation at Bishop's Ranch (see "Frequently Asked Questions" for more detail regarding lodging and transportation) with trails out the front door.
• Delicious, healthy food at each meal made from scratch
• Instructional booklet, journal and creative materials.
• Professional instruction and guidance for all activities.
• Wine tasting and education.
• Olive oil education and tasting.
• Goodies from our sponsors.

*Airfare, transportation to and from the airport, massage, and bike rentals are not included in the cost.

What Our Sponsors Provide:

• Women's Quest Tee Shirt
• Smartwool socks
• Healthy snacks by Barbara's Bakery and Lara Bars
• Specialized water bottle and bike gloves
• Nourishing face products by Semeli natural skin care

Road riding is a treat for the body and the senses. And Sonoma County is packed full with delights for your senses of smell, sight, taste and freedom.