Set among 20 acres of ancient forest and pastures in the secluded South Wicklow Mountains, this retreat will be an opportunity to hone your practical skills, bond with like minded people and experience the joy of working with a community out in nature as we all aim towards small scale regenerative living.
Colman Power will bring his unbounding energy to the group, getting us out in nature and showing us how it’s done. We will be preparing a no-dig garden and discussing invaluable information to help you with all aspects of growing your own food and building self sufficiency.
Colman will also be talking about nutrition & fitness, something he is an expert in, with the publication of his book ‘The Power of Organic Fitness’
PLUS… You will hear talks and get involved in workshops in bee-keeping, cheese making, pressure canning and keeping chickens & ducks!
This is an ideal Christmas gift for the Man or Woman in your life who has a desire to live in a harmonious way with nature.
Itinerary
Friday 5th January
3pm-5pm – Guests arrive, meet & greet. Tea & Homemade Scones & Jam will be served. Followed by Opening Ceremony with group participation & intention setting. Guests coming directly from work can join us at dinner.
6pm – 3 Course Organic Dinner
7pm – Introduction to Bee Keeping by Ashford Bee Keeping Society
9pm – Fire Ceremony
Saturday 6th January
8am – Wild Dip in Mucklagh Brook plunge pool for the brave, grounding for everyone else
9am – Organic Breakfast Buffet
10am – Grow Your Own Workshop with Colman Power Part 1
1pm – Break for Lunch - Organic Soup with homemade Soda Bread
2pm – Grow Your Own Workshop with Colman Power Part 2
5.30pm – 3 Course Organic Dinner
7pm – Cheese Making Talk with Courtney Tyler
9pm – Social Time
Sunday 7th January
8am – Walk through the Magical Forest & short hike on The Wicklow Way
9am – Organic Breakfast Buffet
10am – Pressure Canning Workshop with Marie Halford
2pm – Lunch - Organic Pulled Pork Tasting
2.30pm – Farewell & Gratitude
Accommodation & Dining
You will be staying in shared rooms with your group in the rustic and cosy Mucklagh Lodge. Breathe in the pure mountain air, bathe in the fresh water from our own well, sleep well in the peace of a light & EMF free zone, admire the stars at night. Rooms will be allocated male or female, if you are a couple please let us know and we will try to accommodate you. Your ticket includes 2 nights accommodation, all meals and refreshments and all activities on the itinerary.