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Questions & Answers Where will we sleep? There are 4 shared cabins with 8 hostel-style beds in each cabin. The spacious European hostel-style rooms have plenty of space between the beds for extra privacy. You can also bring a tension rod and pareo, curtain, or other lightweight fabric with clips for added privacy and to create your own cozy space for your bunk, if you wish. I have special dietary needs. Will I need to bring my own food? Our chef will prepare our meals for vegetarians, however, she will adjust individual meals to suit special dietary needs (ie: allergies, vegan, gluten-free, etc.) if you inform us ahead of time when you book so we can plan ahead. Is bedding included? You will need your own bedding. We recommend a pillow and a sleeping bag or warm blanket. Each bunk has a thick waterproof mattress pad. We recommend bringing an extra pad and/or comforter to sleep on for maximum comfort and coziness. What should I bring? A welcome packet will be emailed in early August with a packing list and any further information you will need. Can I come alone? Absolutely! The retreat is designed for women traveling alone or with friends to strengthen our island 'ohana and build a state-wide sisterhood. You will surely make life-long friends quickly, however, there is no pressure. Your personal space will be respected if it is peace and quiet you crave. There are plenty of private nooks for you to bask in the peacefulness of nature as well. Can I share my special talent or offering at the retreat? We will have 'pop-up' space for guest sharing at a specified time during the retreat. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer to share your talent or offering. Contact Please use this contact form for further questions. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Green Living Chef Wild Women Hawai'i is pleased to have Chef Sarah from Green Living cater our retreat! She will freshly prepare our prearranged menu in Kalopa Park's large professional kitchen. Chef Sarah is owner and founder of Green Living. She is a "plant-based chef whose dishes are inspired by her affinity for flavorful food and connection to the natural world around her". She specializes in plant-based cuisine that features nutritious locally-sourced ingredients. She has "a passion for creating sustainable and flavorful dishes inspired by the natural world". Some Google Reviews: A sampling of what we might expect...

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Our August Retreat is Full! Please join our mailing list for updates on future retreats. Wild Women Hawai'i presents ... Free to Be An e nd-of-Summer Retreat for women in Hawai'i! Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27, 2023 Disconnect from the busy world and nurture yourself in the forest. Here, you are free to be! Free to breathe! Free to experience comfort and unconditional friendship among other women! Free to experience a deep sense of belonging. We will be immersed in healthy living practices including therapeutic meditation, nourishing food, healing nature, and sharing circles among women in a nonjudgmental safe space, all under the majestic canopy of a beautiful forest. Regardless of your beliefs, age, culture, and lifestyle, and whether you are deeply rooted through generations in Hawai’i, newly rooted from elsewhere in the world, or anywhere in between, you are welcome here with the agreement to show mutual respect and kindness for one another. Nurture your inner peace, indulge in your senses, go offline, and find simplicity while we temporarily and honorably disconnect from the busy world and come back to ourselves. Book Now About My name is Michelle Gallagher Escobar I am the founder and owner of Wild Women Hawai'i and the facilitator for this retreat. My vision and dream is to promote a supportive sisterhood among all women in Hawai'i nei. I have lived in Hilo on the Big Island for 30 years, and Wild Women Hawai'i is a recognition of the need for sisterhood support in the islands. More Projects Nourishment Read More Chef Sarah from Green Living will be preparing our delicious vegetarian meals! She specializes in plant-based cuisine that features nutritious locally-sourced ingredients. Below is a sampling of what we might look forward to! “A circle of women may just be the most powerful force known to humanity. If you have one, embrace it. If you need one, seek it. If you find one, for the love of all that is good and sacred, dive in. Hold on. Love it up. Let them see you. Let them hold you. Let your reluctant tears fall. Let yourself rise fierce and love gentle. You will be changed. The very fabric of your being will be altered by this, if you allow it. Please, please allow it.” ― Jeanette LeBlan c

Location The Kalōpā Native Forest State Park is a state park with an arboretum of native trees located approximately 40 mi northwest of Hilo, near the village of Honokaʻa, a few miles inland from the Mamalahoa Highway section of the Hawaii Belt Road, Island of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi. Kalōpā Park Located on the upcountry, windward slopes of Mauna Kea, the Park gets a significant amount of rainfall. This rainfall creates an enchanting and lush native forest that preserves the endemic Hawaiian ecosystem as it existed before contact with man. Respect the Land Most of the plant species in the Park were on the island before the first Polynesians discovered and settled Hawai'i. Park rules require that we leave the wildlife and their habitat undisturbed, and that we leave all plant life undisturbed. We cannot cut trees, and we cannot have open fires. Where permitted, reasonable quantities of fruits and seeds may be gathered for personal use. Weather At over 2,000 feet in elevation, the park is cooler than coastal/makai destinations. August is typically a warmer month. Although you won't likely be cold, it does get chilly and you might want to bring a sweater for the nighttime. As always on the Big Island, rain is possible. Directions Whether coming from the north or south end of the island, just look for the “Kalopa State Park” sign while driving on Hwy 19, make a turn, then follow more signs (with pointing arrow) as you drive uphill along the paved Kalopa Mauka road. You will go past several picturesque farms and horse ranches. The park is at the end of this road. Address: 44-3480 Kalaniai Rd, Honokaa, HI 96727 For our off-island Kamaʻāina, the nearest airports are (approximately): 16 miles to Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE / PHMU) 45 miles to Hilo International Airport (ITO / PHTO) 52 miles to Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA / PHKO)

Retreat Schedule & Info What will happen at the retreat? "Free to Be" is intentionally not a fitness or yoga retreat. Our goal is for you to enjoy peaceful, meaningful, and fun experiences while embracing the "ahhhh" of nature and the joy and support of being around other women. The retreat will include invitations to circles, women-empowered ceremony, movement, meditation, meaningful crafting, nature exploration, and more, but you will be free to choose and follow your own flow. You can do everything we offer, or you may want to dip in and out as you desire. Our Retreat Schedule: Day 1 4:00 PM - Arrive and settle in 5:00 PM - Dinner by Chef Sarah 6:00 PM Opening Women's Spiral Ceremony with Andrea 8:00 PM Large Group Sharing Circle 9:30 PM Gentle Therapeutic Movement & Meditation with Michelle 10:30 PM Lights out, sleep well Day 2 7:30 AM Morning Meditation 8:30 AM Breakfast by Chef Sarah 9:30 AM Large Group Circle: Invitations for the Day 10:00 AM Movement: Trail Exploration 12:00 PM Lunch by Chef Sarah 1:30 PM Meaningful Craft with Andrea 3:00 PM Free Being & Pop-ups* 5:00 PM Dinner by Chef Sarah 7:00 PM Large Group Sharing Circle 9:30 PM Gentle Meditation with Michelle 10:30 PM Lights out, sleep well Day 3 7:30 AM Morning Meditation 8:30 AM Breakfast by Chef Sarah 10:00 AM Closing: Large Group Circle and Song 11:00 AM End of Retreat This schedule is subject to change. *‘Free Being’ is open space in the day for you to take time for yourself. Perhaps you will choose to journal or draw, read a book in one of the many nooks, enjoy the open lawn space, hike one of the trails with friends, or just lay on a blanket and absorb all that is happening under the beautiful forest canopy. 'Pop-ups' are various offerings from our guests. The retreat is designed for women of all ages from age 21 to our wise women elders. We will hold space for 15 to 28 women who come from all over Hawai'i nei with different stories and experiences. This is a closed retreat. We ask you to put aside the time to experience the whole retreat, from welcome to closing, without leaving or coming-and-going from the park . Not only is this beneficial for you, it also maintains a safe, nurturing space for everyone throughout the Retreat. Obviously, we understand you may need to leave for emergencies or illness. Cellph ones We encourage you, as much as possible, to disconnect from your phone and give yourself an electronics retreat. Please leave your phone on silent or shut down throughout the retreat. Since this is a safe space where we are free to let down our guard, videotaping or recording is not permitted. Pictures are permitted only with the permission of the sisters you are photographing. Also, be aware that cellphone service is very spotty in Kalopa Park. Retreat Limit For the retreat to take place, we require a minimum of 15 participants. The maximum number of participants for this retreat is 28 plus the team .

Venue We will be staying in shared rustic cabins inside beautiful Kalōpā Park. We booked all cabins so we will have the facilities and area to ourselves. There are 4 shared cabins with 8 hostel-style beds in each cabin. Each cabin is fully enclosed, raised off the ground (pier & post), with screens on the windows and locking doors for security. The spacious European hostel-style rooms have plenty of space between the beds for extra privacy. You can also bring a tension rod and pareo, curtain, or other lightweight fabric with clips for added privacy and to create your own cozy space for your bunk, if you wish. Each bunk has a thick waterproof mattress pad. We recommend bringing an extra pad and/or topper for maximum comfort and coziness. Bedding is not included. Each shared room has its own bathroom inside each cabin. Each bathroom has a hot-water shower with shower curtain. We will have our meals in the spacious dining hall with a large professional kitchen. This is also where we will have our indoor circles, and some activities if we need the space. Entrance to the dining hall with an inviting sharing space. We will have plenty of "free to be" space, whether we are sharing, crafting, exploring, or finding our own wild nook to read or nap in. Open space and fresh air under the forest canopy! Trails galore! This 100-acre State Park has 8 trails including a beautiful nature trail that is a short 3/4-mile loop. The park is so tranquil and full of birdsong!

Cost $395 Spaces are limited! Book Now What's Included: All meals during the retreat Sisterhood circles & ceremonies Shared hostel-style cabin room Indoor bathroom with hot shower Daily activities Coffee or tea for breakfast Water throughout the day (please bring a water bottle) What's not included: Transportation to/from Kalopa Park Excursions outside of the park (we intentionally will not leave the 100-acre park) Bedding, pillows, towels, toiletries Flavored drinks , and snacks

About Michelle Gallagher Escobar Michelle is the founder and owner of Wild Women Hawai'i and the facilitator for this retreat. Her vision and dream is to promote a supportive sisterhood among all women in Hawai'i nei. She has a passion for organizing creative women's events and traveling. She has lived in Hilo for 30 years with her husband and her three rescue dogs. She has earned a postgraduate degree in Education from the University of Hawai'i at Hilo, a Master's degree in Dance from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, and she is currently studying Dance/Movement Therapy. She is a published featured writer with the Journal of Dance Education as a result of her research in body positivity. She taught in public schools since 1993 while raising her daughter who is now grown and launched. She has attended surf camps in Indonesia where she gained unique insight and ideas for what works in a nature-based retreat setting. She also attended a down-to-earth nature-based women's retreat in England run by amazing Druid and free-spirited women. She considers that experience her grounding initiation into becoming crone as she is 5 years into her journey of menopause. In addition to organizing and facilitating the retreat, she will be leading our large group sharing circles, evening meditations, and therapeutic movement. Special Guest Andrea Gonzalez Andrea is a representation of the mothers in our Wild Women Hawai'i sisterhood. She will be leading our opening spiral ceremony and our meaningful craft circle. She is a Mama, Keeper of birth wisdom, full Spectrum Doula, and facilitator of Menstruation empowerment. You can find Andrea's offerings on Instagram at soulweavingjourneys Andrea grew up in Guatemala. However, her journey took an unexpected turn, each step leading her to the remembrance of her mission in this life. It was in the enchanting jungles of Hawai'i Nei, where she discovered her true essence. In this transformative process, Andrea embraced various roles that shaped her identity. She became a wife, a nurturing mother of 3 beautiful souls, a land stewardess, a compassionate full spectrum doula, and a mentor for young girls and their guides. Andrea has always been deeply connected to her artistic side, using her hands and imagination to create. Over the past three years, she has immersed into the world of Sacred Rites of Passage, recognizing the importance of preserving ancient wisdom. Through her work, she now holds space and facilitates meaningful rites, guiding others through the transformative passages of birth, the journey into adulthood, motherhood, and the final farewell.

Terms & Conditions Below are the terms and conditions for this retreat with Wild Women Hawai'i at Kalopa Park. All Wild Women Hawai'i events are drug, alcohol, and smoke free. We reserve the right to refuse service at any time. Cancellation Policy 100% deposit refund for cancellation 60+ days before retreat start date. 50% deposit refund for cancellation 30-59 days before retreat start date. 0% deposit refund for cancellation 0-29 days before retreat start date Wild Women Hawai'i Retreat Terms & Conditions By booking a retreat, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship, the cancellation policy, and limitations of liability. These Terms and Conditions affect your rights and designate the governing law and forum for the resolution of any and all disputes. Please read them carefully as you will be bound by them. These Terms shall constitute the entire agreement between Wild Women Hawai'i LLC ("Wild Women Hawai'i") and the participant relating to the subject matter herein and shall constitute a binding agreement. Wild Women Hawai'i will contact you within 48 hours regarding your completed registration and payment to confirm your participation in the retreat. We reserve the right to refuse service. If we refuse service at least 30 days before the retreat, we will promptly refund your payment minus any third party fees that we have been charged for the booking. If we refuse service within 30 days, including during the retreat, no refund will be issued. Failure to adhere to these Terms & Conditions may result in excusal from the retreat, without refund. Please note that Wild Women Hawai'i only offers retreats and related activities to women 21 years of age and over. We currently serve only women who live in Hawai'i with the intention of supporting a sisterhood in the islands. Contact admin for exceptions. Before registering and paying for this retreat, you agree to the following rules of all Wild Women Hawai'i events: Self promotion, business promotion, religious promotion, spam, panhandling, and solicitation of any kind, are not allowed physically in-person at Wild Women Hawai'i events or via public posts, direct messages or other direct method. This event is intended as a safe space for adult women only. Being part of this event requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What's shared in the group should stay in the group. We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let's treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required. Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn't allowed. Degrading comments about anything such as race, belief system, culture, sexual identity, appearance, disability, or identity will not be tolerated. In consideration of the risk of injury while participating in Wild Women Hawai'i events, you are voluntarily participating in the activity entirely at your own risk. Guests and pets will not be allowed into the event area at any time. All Wild Women Hawai'i events are drug, alcohol, and smoke free. This is a closed retreat. We ask you to put aside the time to experience the whole retreat, from welcome to closing, without leaving or coming-and-going. Not only is this beneficial for you, it also maintains a safe, nurturing space for everyone throughout the Retreat. Obviously, we understand you may need to leave for emergencies or illness. Cellphones We encourage you, as much as possible, to disconnect from your phone and give yourself an electronics retreat. Please leave your phone on silent or shut down throughout the retreat. Since this is a safe space where we are free to let down our guard, videotaping or recording is not permitted. Pictures are permitted only with the permission of the sisters you are photographing. Also, be aware that cellphone service is very spotty in Kalopa Park. For the retreat to take place, we require a minimum of 15 participants. Cancellation Policy: 100% deposit refund for cancellation 60+ days before retreat start date. 50% deposit refund for cancellation 30-59 days before retreat start date. 0% deposit refund for cancellation 0-29 days before retreat start date Under no circumstances is your payment refundable within 29 days of the event unless Wild Women Hawai'i cancels the retreat. Tickets are not exchangeable. Offers cannot be combined. This is a rain-or-shine event. THIS IS A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, AND ALCOHOL-FREE EVENT. Anyone actively engaging in such during the retreat may be immediately dismissed from the event without a refund. 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I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 during this activity may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to volunteers and program participants and their families. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Wild Women Hawai’i LLC whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any Wild Women Hawai’i event. Kalopa Park Rules These are the rules of Kalopa Park. It is imperative that we abide by these rules, as we are guests in their park and we hope to have more events there in the future. Park rules are designed to help you and others have an enjoyable visit while protecting the cultural and natural resources. Always observe and adhere to posted signs in the parks. • ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. • FIREWORKS AND FIREARMS: Use or possession of fireworks, firecrackers, explosives, firearms a n d o t h e r weapons is prohibited. Smoking, including E-cigarettes, and the use of tobacco products in State Parks, is prohibited. • FIRES: Fires are allowed only in the fireplaces and grills designated by State Parks. Portable stoves or warming devices may be used in designated camping and picnicking areas unless otherwise prohibited. Dump live coals only in designated ash pits or receptacles. • GENERATORS: Operation or use of any portable electric generator is prohibited, except with a special use permit. • PETS and other animals are prohibited in campgrounds and cabins. • NUDITY is prohibited. • VEHICLES: Drive and park motor vehicles only on designated roads and parking areas provided or posted for such usage. • WASTE DISPOSAL: Place all waste in provided trash cans only and pack out all trash from wilderness parks. • NOISE: Do not operate or use any audio device, television or musical instrument in such a manner and at such times so as to create excessive noise or nuisance. • WILDLIFE:Leave the wildlife and their habitat undisturbed except where hunting and fishing is permitted subject to all applicable laws and regulations. • PLANTS: Leave all plant life undisturbed. Do not cut trees for firewood. Where permitted, reasonable quantities of fruits and seeds may be gathered for personal use. • NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES: Leave all geological, historical, and archaeological features undisturbed. • Do not leave valuables unattended. Lock your car. Do not leave valuables even in locked cars. • Persons should use good judgment while using the parks and facilities. Security service is not provided