Accommodations

Kelpytown Kove

Glamping at Kelpytown Kove

Kelpytown Kove is a bed and breakfast / yoga retreat center nestled alongside the Black River. Our seven acre property features an indoor studio, covered dining area, hot tub, inferred sauna, ice bath, upper and lower dock areas, kayaks, peddle boat, paddle board, smokeless fire pit, two full bathrooms, and three gorgeous canvas bell tents.

Once you’re ready to surrender to slumber, you’ll be spending the night in one of our beautiful Bell tents. Wake up gently to birds chirping and the sound of the falls. A glorious start to your day of relaxation, nourishment, and transformational workshops.

Nourishment

We will be teaming with Divine Catering, The Depot Market, and Oh Dear NY to present to you meals that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body all weekend long!

***Allergy/ nutritional and dietary preference survey at time of checkout***

Agenda

September 20-22, 2024

Friday

Check In 4:30-5pm

Welcome Gathering

Locally Sourced Charcuterie and Blessing Presented by Kristin of The Depot Market

Path of Acceptance Sound Bath

Fireside relaxation featuring posh S’mores

Saturday

Sunrise Waterfall Hike & Forest Bathing

Ho'oponopono Forgiveness Practice with Nichole of Mindful Motivation

Breakfast

Healing Waters Workshop

Optional Cold Plunge

Free Time

Lunch Prepared by Oh Dear NY

Afternoon Meditation- Grounded in Gratitude

Free Time

Cacao Ceremony Led by Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living

Six Course Dinner with Private Chef Loomis and Jenn of Divine Catering

Fire Release Ceremony

Sunday

Breakfast

Worry Not Workshop- Peaceful Path Forward

Closing Circle

Departure 12pm

Elements of Joy

There are many text book definitions of the “elements of joy”. Some state there are five elements, others claim seven or more. Regardless, it all boils down to acceptance of your past, acknowledging the gift of the present moment, and a positive outlook on the future.

During these these workshops and experiences, you will be presented with the opportunity to replace judgement and worry with acceptance for all that was, all that is, and all that will be.

Past

-Path of Acceptance Sound Bath–

This guided sound journey will provide you with a deeper understanding of who you are and why you think and act the way that you do. It’s from this space that we are able to make peace with the path that led us to today.

-Ho’oponopono Forgiveness Practice with Nichole of Mindful Motivation-

Hoʻoponopono is a traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness. In order to truly feel joy in our hearts, we must practice forgiveness towards ourselves and others. Nichole will guide you on a beautiful journey of release.

Present

-Grounded in Gratitude-

Relax, presence yourself, and feel your heart beat with appreciation during this guided gratitude meditation session.

– Cacao Ceremony Guided by Ash of Wholesome Living-

A cacao ceremony is a beautiful opportunity to connect with yourself on a deeper level and with those sharing the ceremony journey along side you. The cacao offers great insights, creativity and inspiration. It is also well known for its heart opening properties and mood-boosting effects, so it can be quite a joyful and euphoric experience!

Future

-Worry Not Workshop–

Worrying about the future is something that we all do. Some of us experience anxiety on a daily basis! The worry not workshop is deeply seeded in hope and acceptance and focuses on your peaceful path forward. Take away from our time together a fresh perceptive on life and all of its possible ups and downs as well as some tips and tools to calm anxiousness.

Natures Elements

When you are connected to natures elements, your inner and outer worlds will feel more aligned and it becomes much easier to invite joy into your life. We will be connecting with mother nature’s elements all weekend long!

Fire

-Fire Release Ceremony–

Fire allows for rapid transformation. It provides the avenue to let go of the old story and drama, to transform, to renew and to be reborn. By releasing these unwanted energies and old patterns into the fire, you are healing at the soul level.

Water

-Healing Waters-

We would like to tell you about a few little-known and magical properties of water that may change the way you look at it. The Healing Waters workshop closes with an opportunity cold plunge, completely up to you!

Air

-Sound Bath-

The vibrations produced by different instruments such as gongs, tuning forks, and crystal bowls travel through the air during sound Baths and offer an invitation to a deeper state of consciousness. The sound vibrations down-shift our normal beta state (normal waking consciousness) to alpha (relaxed consciousness), and even reach theta (meditative state) and delta (sleep; where internal healing can occur). “Bathing” in these sound vibrations is especially helpful for those that find it hard to meditate.

Earth

-Sunrise Hike & Forest Bathing-

Connect deeply with the earth and your beautiful surroundings as you are guided on a waterfall hike and forest bathing experience. Meditative walk and forest bathing are simple methods of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply. It’s amazing how different we feel when paying attention to what’s going on around us rather than the chatter swirling in our head.

Celebration

Let’s celebrate YOU! We’ve made it this far in life, and that’s reason enough to celebrate! !

Chef Loomis and Jenn of Divine Catering will be presenting an incredible six course formal dinner Saturday evening.

Feel free to get fancy for this dinner.

(Not required, but certainly fun!)

Who is this retreat for?

Woman ages 16+ interested in a rejuvenating & transformational Autumn wellness holiday.

Never attended a retreat? Never practiced meditation? What an amazing opportunity!

No matter where you are at in your journey, from beginner to practitioner, we will meet you there.

If this retreat is calling to you, listen. Step outside your comfort zone, invest in yourself, and book your rejuvenating fall weekend at the Kove now.

Your Elements of Joy Retreat

$700 Person

Refund/ Cancellation Policy:

$250 non refundable at time of registration

Full refund minus $250 until August 31st

25% Refund minus $250 August 31st- September 7th

NON REFUNDABLE after September 7th, 2024

What’s Included?

• Welcome Gift.

• Two Nights Shared Glamping Accommodation

• Delicious & Nourishing Daily Meals - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Friday Dinner - Sunday Breakfast).

  • Locally Sourced Charcuterie & Blessing presented by Kristin of The Depot Market

  • Six Course Private Chef Dinner with Chef Loomis and Jenn of Divine Catering

  • Lunch prepared by Oh Dear NY

  • Kove’s Farm to Table Breakfast Spreads

  • Posh S’mores

  • Unlimited Water, Tea & Coffee

• Daily Guided Meditations- Path of Acceptance Meditation, Grounded in Gratitude Meditation, and a Forgiveness Meditation with Nichole Workmen of Mindful Motivation

• Guided Waterfall Hike & Forest Bathing

• Transformational Workshops- Healing Waters and Worry Not

• Elemental Intention Crystals

• Sound Bath

• Cacao Ceremony with Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living

• Fire Release Ceremony

• Free Time- We’ve built in time to relax, rest, wander, explore, read, journal, dream…whatever calls you!

What’s Not Included?

• Transportation to and from the retreat.

Your Retreat Guide

Hi Friends! My name is Heather Hurd. I own and operate Kelpytown Kove, a glamping retreat center and Yoga studio ran out of our home in Northern NY.

I am a trained artist, certified yoga & mindfulness instructor, certified instinctive meditation teacher, certified practitioner of vibration & sound therapies, attuned reiki practitioner, and experienced retreat host.

I’m so excited to spend a joyful weekend with you!

During the Elements of Joy retreat, I will be joined by some very talented locals that are ready to help make your stay incredible.

Nichole Workman of Mindful Motivation will be leading a beautiful morning Ho'oponopono forgiveness meditation.

Chef Heath Loomis of Divine Catering will be preparing a six course dinner Saturday evening.

Jamie Stocker of Sudsy Sunflower will be around all weekend should you need anything tidied up, or have questions.

Kristin Cunningham of the Depot Market will be presenting a locally soursed charcuterie dinner and blessing Friday evening.

Saturday Lunch will be prepared by Oh Dear NY

Ash Fletcher of Wholesome Living will be lovingly guiding a cacao ceremony.

Book today!

Your future self will look back on this moment and thank you!