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Ginkgo Heart Earth Retreat

Updated: Jun 25

Retreat Dates: February 23rd-28th, 2026

Hosted By: Ben Page and Manuela Siegfried




The most valuable thing we can do for the psyche, occasionally, is to let it rest, wander, live in the changing light of room, not try to be or do anything whatever.


retreat description


Our Earth Retreat invites you to step outside of your daily life and find belonging in a community of people who are all seeking such rest. In this space, there is no judgment nor any expectation placed upon you. The entire experience is designed to encourage you to reclaim your own time and engage in whatever offerings feel good to you.


During our time together, you can expect relaxing modalities, including forest bathing, sound healing, expressive arts, breath work and morning and evening movement sessions. Depending on the venue, we will also offer additional services such as massage and spa time, eco-tourism experiences such as animal tours, hot springs, and exploring local culture through arts, music and cuisine. There will be lots of free time for you to simply enjoy the moment, whether relaxing by the pool, wandering the venue grounds with new friends or even taking a nap.


Grounding this experience, we will provide you with a customized journal that guides you on a journey towards an important promise: that you will honor the wisdom of your body and remember how to reclaim your rest and relaxation. As with all our retreats, the intention is not simply to retreat away from the world, but to enter a container in which healing and transformation are possible so that you return to your world with a deeper commitment to your wellbeing and vitality. In the context of our Earth retreat, such healing is entirely about valuing yourself enough to give your body what it needs and deserves, to love yourself enough to slow down, rest and simply be here. Ultimately, this is a gift that only you can give yourself; we will support you in deciding to give it.



meet your hosts


Manuela Siegfried

Manuela Siegfried is trained in forest therapy, sound healing, percussion circles and is an Add Heart facilitator at the Heart Math Institute. She worked for many years in the tourism field and has a degree in Hotel Administration. Her deep heart centered relationship with nature has supported her throughout her life, and she is convinced that there is a great need to support people to remember their own relationship with nature for the well-being of not only humans but also the planet.







Ben Page

Ben Page is a Forest Therapy Guide, council carrier, DJ, creator of Story Weaving and the author of Healing Trees: A Pocket Guide to Forest Bathing, The Wild Garden and The World In My Pocket. His work focuses on the philosophical ethic of non-striving and self-love as a gateway to inner peace and compassionate action. Ben holds a B.A. in religious studies from Carleton College and an M.A. in human development and social change from Pacific Oaks College.




PRICING


Deposit: $300 to reserve your spot | Payment Plans: Available by request


  • Shared Room: Starting at $2,790 per person

  • Private Room: Starting at $3,450 per person

Private Room includes private bathroom and one queen bed
Private Room includes private bathroom and one queen bed
Shared Room includes shared bathroom and two twin beds
Shared Room includes shared bathroom and two twin beds

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