Rainforest Retreat
Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Up to 18 in group
June 14 - 16, 2024
Retreat Highlights
- Guided sunrise bird ID
- Forest exploration tour (low and high elevations)
- Curated foraged forest picnic prepared by Chef Robin Kort
- Old growth tour
- Guided forest bathing
- Yoga
- Canoeing
- Night time hiking
About this Retreat
In a lifetime of living, harvesting and cooking between the
Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean near Vancouver,
BC, Chef Robin Kort has gathered an abundance of
delicious local plants, wild mushrooms and fresh seafood
into culinary repertoire. Her cooking has been influenced
by her mother, grandmother and many chef mentors
from around the world. Her passion is sharing her
collected research with you, connecting the dots from
wilderness to plate and revealing delicious secrets from
the forest to sea.
Cheyenne is a RYT-500 and Pilates instructor. She teaches the practice of movement as a way to press pause on the mental stories we carry and instead, marry the mind to the body in the present moment. Through mindful movement, her aim is to have you feeling a better sense of connection and calm. She offers a well rounded practice that includes a balance of stretch, strength and stillness for all levels. Cheyenne lives on-site at Loon Lake as the Camp Host and finds much joy in bringing together people, nature and yoga.
Dr. Eric Anderson is the Program Head of the Ecological
Restoration BSc Program at the British Columbia Institute
of Technology. Eric’s research focuses especially on the
ecology and conservation of nearshore marine birds and
their habitats along the Pacific Coast. Eric has taught bird
identification and ecology for 25 years. During that time
he's had the good fortune to study and enjoy birds
throughout much of North America.
Hélène Marcoux is an ever-curious forester, an avid
educator and the manager of the Malcolm Knapp
Research Forest. Her passion for the dynamic world of
forest ecology, plant biology and the art (and science) of
plant identification is nothing short of infectious! In her
role at the Research Forest, Hélène oversees all aspects
of forest management, including silviculture, operational
planning, forest health monitoring - and finding ways to
integrate research and educational opportunities into all
facets of the forest. Hélène has worked for over 20 years
in natural resource management and education.
Victoria Farahbakhchian is a Registered Professional
Biologist and Field Education Manager at the Malcolm
Knapp Research Forest. Victoria's dynamic role spans
coordinating and instructing UBC Faculty of Forestry
Field Schools, leading Wild & Immersive initiatives, and
supporting the Research Forest's operations. Beyond her
professional pursuits, Victoria volunteers with Ridge
Meadows Search and Rescue, where her true passion
shines. Her greatest joy lies in guiding and protecting
those who seek the serenity of the natural world, ensuring
they connect and recreate safely in the great outdoors.
Details of this retreat
Get immersed in the world around us and dive deep into British Columbia’s rich ecology with this unique Rainforest Retreat weekend! During this weekend, you will wake up and travel with the birds, hike amongst old-growth forests and dine on food foraged right from the forest all while learning about plants, soils, birds, mindfulness and more. This is more than your typical wellness weekend. You will leave this weekend more connected to nature and the forests that we live amongst, while also gaining valuable knowledge about our local coastal ecosystems.
Taking place at the private and serene Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, located within the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge, accommodation, meals and activities are all provided. See secluded areas of the forest not often visited while also getting the opportunity to participate in yoga sessions, canoeing, swimming, sunset walks, and forest bathing, before ending your day cozied up by the campfire. Dr. Eric Anderson will guide participants to ID the many bird species that call the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest home, and Chef Robin Kort from Swallow Tail Tours will create a tailored foraged forest picnic for the group to enjoy at one of the many beautiful and private research forest lakes. Embark on a forest exploration tour, where you will explore native plants across elevations. Immerse yourself in diverse forest habitats and the connections between plant life and other organisms in the forest.
Very limited spots available!
Taking place at the private and serene Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, located within the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge, accommodation, meals and activities are all provided. See secluded areas of the forest not often visited while also getting the opportunity to participate in yoga sessions, canoeing, swimming, sunset walks, and forest bathing, before ending your day cozied up by the campfire. Dr. Eric Anderson will guide participants to ID the many bird species that call the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest home, and Chef Robin Kort from Swallow Tail Tours will create a tailored foraged forest picnic for the group to enjoy at one of the many beautiful and private research forest lakes. Embark on a forest exploration tour, where you will explore native plants across elevations. Immerse yourself in diverse forest habitats and the connections between plant life and other organisms in the forest.
Very limited spots available!
Schedule
Interactive Evening "Flights and Flights"
Guided night walk
Sunrise bird ID
Forest Exploration (lower elevation)
Forest picnic & foraging ID
Forest Exploration (high elevation)
Canoeing
Yoga
Campfire
Sunrise bird ID
Yoga
Canoeing
Plant ID
Guided lake hike
Old Growth tour
Forest bathing
Guided night walk
Sunrise bird ID
Forest Exploration (lower elevation)
Forest picnic & foraging ID
Forest Exploration (high elevation)
Canoeing
Yoga
Campfire
Sunrise bird ID
Yoga
Canoeing
Plant ID
Guided lake hike
Old Growth tour
Forest bathing
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
UBC Wild & Immersive, Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Directions
Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre is located 7km within the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge. Approximately 1 hour from Vancouver, the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest borders Golden Ears Provincial Park. Participants will be emailed a gate code for access prior to their arrival.
Accommodation
Accommodations are in the Pan Abode building at Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre. Accommodations are dorm style, double room or single room (based on availability, limited space available). Washrooms are shared. Meals are prepared by the highly talented Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat chefs. Dietary needs can be accommodated (vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, allergies). Please indicate dietary needs at time of registration.
Dorm Room (up to 6 people) Early Bird
Double Room Early Bird
Single Room Early Bird
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Maple Ridge's Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre offers corporate retreats, wellness weekends and youth school groups a nature-based destination that's less than an hour from Vancouver, British Columbia. As a proud part of the University of British Columbia, we're designed to deliver inspired learning, foster personal growth, and celebrate our shared natural world.
At Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, we connect the mind, the body and the soul.
At Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, we connect the mind, the body and the soul.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
At Loon Lake, our fresh dining is served buffet-style. Together with our groups, we work to create custom menus that accommodate special dietary requirements or the food allergies of our guests.
What's Included
- Accommodation (2 nights)
- Meals
- All retreat activities
What's Not Included
- Transportation to the lodge.
- Alcohol (can bring your own)
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