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September
Rock Climbing and Yoga Weekend
Leavenworth, WA -

December
Sea Kayaking, Yoga and Hot Springs in Patagonia


 

Rock Climbing & Yoga
in Leavenworth, WA

September 27 & 28, 2008

All levels of climbers and yoga lovers welcome! 

This adventure is designed for those who appreciate the unique camaraderie that takes place when a group of women, together, undertake a demanding adventure. Rock climbing instruction is provided by highly skilled and professional female instructors who will do their utmost to make this a fun, challenging and rewarding weekend. Mothers, daughters, sisters, friends – all are welcome!  Ideal for any age and experience level.

COST INCLUDES: Ropes, guide, group climbing gear, group camp site reservation, cook-out dinner Saturday night and yoga sessions.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: Transportation, food (other than Saturday night), lodging (other than camping at reserved campground site), and personal climbing equipment.

ITINERARY
Day 1: The day begins with an equipment review and a lesson on the essential knot skills required for the day’s climbing. You will also learn proper belaying techniques that will prepare you for actual climbing. Once the basics are covered, you begin climbing. Communication signals and various friction climbing techniques will be covered. After a break, the group will move onto steeper terrain. Top rope set-up, rappelling, and rope management will round out the day's activities. The day will finish with a one hour yoga session and then a cook-out dinner at our camp site.

Day 2: The second day will begin with a morning yoga session. After yoga and breakfast we will head to the crags. The morning will include more climbing and a review of the previous day’s lessons. As the group moves on to steeper and more challenging terrain, you will learn anchor evaluation as well as face and crack climbing techniques. We generally wrap up the course by about 4:00 p.m.


EQUIPMENT: You will need to bring your own rock shoes, & climbing helmet (which you can rent at REI). We will provide harnesses,ropes, slings, and hardware (including belay devices). Be prepared for both hot and/or cool weather. Bring sunglasses, sun hat, sun screen, shorts, a pair of long pants or tights, a wind shirt and a light sweater for cooler weather, hiking shoes (sneakers are fine), a small day pack, lunch, and a couple of quarts of water.

Cost: $280
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Sea Kayaking, Yoga and Hot Springs in Patagonia

Patagonia KayakPatagonia Rainforest

12 Days- December 24, 2008- January 04, 2009

Trip Difficulty: Moderate

An adventure for Gods and Goddesses.....

Join Lotus Expeditions and The Healthy Goddess' Christi Masi for a therapeutic and fun sea kayaking and yoga adventure in Patagonia, Chile.

Christi Masi founded The Healthy Bride and The Healthy Goddess to focus on working with men and women to improve their health and fitness. She will bring her passion and her expertise to the Southern latitudes this Spring in the pursuit of adventure travel with a healthy twist.

Our journey begins in Puerto Montt, the gateway to Patagonia, and the southern end of the Chilean Lakes District. After a short stay in Puerto Varas on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, where the perfectly-conical, snow-capped Volcan Osorno dominates the skyline, we will drive a few hours south on the Pan American Highway to the village of Hornopiren.

In this small, sea-side port, we will become acquainted with our kayaks and proper paddling techniques. The next six days will be filled with spectacular paddling through some of the most stunning scenery on the planet. We will camp near beaches, soak in natural hot springs, practice yoga daily, hike through temperate rainforests and enjoy delicious, healthy food and local wine which are hallmarks of Chilean hospitality.

Our expert guides will read the tides and our daily schedule will be synchronized with the natural environment. Flora and Fauna abound in this water wilderness, where dolphins, cormorants, and sea lions make their homes.

Trip Summary:

  • Turquoise lakes, volcanoes, waterfalls
  • Andean fjords, temperate rainforests, stunning peaks
  • World class sea kayaking, natural hot springs, day hikes, yoga
  • Delicious and healthy meals prepared by our private chef
  • 1 day sightseeing, 4 days sea kayaking, 1 day hiking, 1 day motor boat
  • 4 nights hotels, 4 nights camping, 1 night rustic hostal

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1- Travel overnight from Home Country to Santiago, Chile
Day 2- Fly from Santiago to Puerto Montt, transfer to Puerto Varas
Day 3- Sightseeing near Puerto Varas
Day 4- Begin Sea Kayaking in Hornopiren
Day 5- Sea Kayak
Day 6- Sea Kayak
Day 7- Sea Kayak
Day 8- Dayhike through temperate rainforest
Day 9- Boat back to Hornopiren, return to Puerto Varas
Day 10- Free Day in Puerto Varas
Day 11- Fly to Santiago and depart for home
Day 12- Arrive home

Additional Information

"The serenity, the glorious scenic views, the remoteness, the team-spirit, the attentive leadership, the personal challenges, the culinary delights are just a few examples of this trip to explore one of the most beautiful regions in the world."

-Teresa Sorensen, Michigan