Women's Wellness River Retreat

Name: Women's Wellness River Retreat
Start: 2026-05-01
End: 2026-05-03
Location: Equinox Odysseys

East Fork Carson River, California, USA

Up to 10 in group

May 1 - 3, 2026

Retreat Highlights

Guided river rafting
Meditation and yoga
Natural hot springs
Personal growth
Riverside Camping Experience
1 night Cozy Cabin Stay
Shared Healthy Meals
Campfire & Connection
Rewilding Activities

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Rebecca

Symbria

Rebecca

Rebecca lives in Tucson, Arizona, where she works as a surface water quality environmental scientist. Her adventurous spirit and curiosity was nurtured from a young age by her mom, a science teacher, who taught her the principles of environmental stewardship and reciprocity. Some of Rebecca's most cherished memories involve getting her hands dirty while conducting stream surveys, attending science camps, and volunteering for ecological restoration projects. These experiences taught her the value of creative, hands-on community engagement as a powerful tool for environmental education. Today, she is passionate about ecology and finds joy in hiking desert landscapes, identifying native plants, and gardening.

Symbria

Symbria currently leads retreats and nature-based workshops that invite participants to step outside, move, and reconnect. She is a therapist and mindfulness instructor with over 14 years of experience in the mental health field, holding master’s degrees in wilderness therapy, clinical psychology, a BA in Buddhist psychology, and is currently working towards her PhD. Based in San Francisco, Symbria works with underserved families in community settings and county jails. Her approach is rooted in the belief that healing deepens through connection—to nature, the body, and the present moment. Outside of her work, she enjoys rock climbing, horseback riding, gardening, and adventuring to new places with her family.

Details of this retreat

Join us for a transformative women's wellness retreat featuring two days of guided whitewater rafting on the scenic Carson River, camping under the stars, and restorative dips in natural hot springs; this carefully curated escape blends invigorating outdoor adventure with moments of quiet reflection, nourishing meals, group wellness sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded women in a supportive, all-levels environment.

Schedule

Day One
Arrive & Connect
Friday, May 1st
Settle into Carson River Resort and begin the weekend in community. We’ll open with intention-setting, playful connection activities, and a shared meal. As the sun sets, we’ll gather around the fire for storytelling, laughter, and reflection—grounding into the adventure ahead.
*Guests can arrive when is convenient but check in to Resort is not until 2:00 pm. There are hot springs right down the road if you need a place to hang before check in!

Day Two
Paddle & Soak
Saturday, May 2nd
After breakfast and morning movement, we meet our guides from Tributary Whitewater Tours for a guided rafting journey down the East Fork of the Carson River. Expect a mix of gentle rapids, calm stretches, riverside lunch, and rotating team leadership.

By late afternoon, we’ll arrive at our riverside camp and natural hot springs. Soak, swim, relax, and unwind. The evening brings appetizers, dinner, and a fireside gathering under the stars—connection, music, and shared celebration.

Day Three
Rally & Celebrate
Sunday, May 3rd

We’ll rise early, break camp together, and paddle our final stretch of river. After take-out near Gardnerville, we’ll return to Markleville and close the weekend with a celebration dinner at at Cutthroat Tavern (cost not included). if you'd like to extend your stay an extra night, let us know and we can help coordinate accommodations and transportation back to San Francisco.

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Equinox Odysseys, East Fork Carson River, California, USA

Directions

We will be arranging for transportation from San Francisco for anyone who wishes to Carpool. The venue is approximately 3.5 hours from all major Bay Area airports. If you wish to fly in a drive on your own, we recommend flying into Oakland.

Accommodation

Carson River resort is a rustic cabin stay with two queen beds and a kitchenette in each room. The second night everyone will be provided with their own tent and sleeping cot.

Shared Bed

Shared Room

Private Room