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Located on Katchemak Bay at the southern end of Alaska’s
Kenai Peninsula, Homer is a lively community of artists, fishermen,
and lovers of the outdoors. Crowned the “Halibut Fishing Capital
of the World”, Homer’s proximity to extensive wilderness,
its scenic beauty, and relatively mild climate make it a favorite
destination amongst Alaskans and tourists alike. The center of summer
activity is the Homer Spit, a 5 mile long sand bar extending into
the Bay. This will be our starting point for a number of adventures
including a glacier hike, sea kayak tour, and a yoga class with
dinner at a remote and luxurious lodge. During July, the days are
long with the sun setting after 11pm. making for the dramatic lighting
that Alaska is known for.
Homer Alaska was chosen as one of the 50 best places to "Live
and Play" by National Geographic Adventure Magazine:
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the article here
Budget Travel Online has this to say about Homer: download
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The wild and pristine beauty of Alaska, with its stillness and
fresh clean air, is the ideal environment for yoga practice.
Students of all levels are welcome. Mark will be the primary
teacher, with Denise assisting. Over the week, participants
will receive a deep immersion into Shadow Style Hatha Yoga with
one to two classes per day held in a beautiful 30 foot diameter
Yurt. |
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Twin
Creeks Trailhead Lodge and Retreat is located in the hills
above Homer amidst meadows of wildflowers and forests of spruce.
The lodge is adjacent to the Homestead trail which leads to
scenic hiking. The accommodations are comfortable in well designed
lodge units with radiant floor heat, fully equipped kitchens
(except the bunk rooms), and beautiful views of the forests
and mountains. A hot tub is located in an outdoor pavilion,
and a sauna and massage room for bodywork sessions are available
throughout the week. Additional rooms will be available
at Ridgetop Inn, right next door to the Lodge. Some single occupancy
may be available. Contact us for pricing. |
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The retreat fee includes 7 healthy and hearty meals: 4 dinners
(at Ridgetop Inn, Stillpoint Lodge, and Mark & Denise's
home), 2 brunches at Ridgetop Inn, and lunch while kayaking.
Other meals can be prepared in the rooms, or had at a variety
of good restaurants in town. |
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Soak in the hot tub, hike the wildflower-filled meadows and
forests of the Homestead trail (right at your doorstep), enjoy
a massage or sauna, explore Homer’s art galleries, fish
for salmon or halibut, go bear viewing, or just kick back with
a good book.
water taxi to Katchemak Bay State Park for a guided loop hike
to Grewingk Glacier lake. On the way back to Homer we will stop
at Stillpoint
Retreat, a remote and stunning lodge in Halibut Cove, for
an afternoon yoga class followed by dinner.
water taxi to Little Tutka
Bay for a guided paddle of coves and inlets with abundant
wildlife, spectacular scenery, and calm waters. Stopping on
an island hideaway, the group will make a special “beach
soup” lunch from edible material which we gather. The
guides are longtime Alaskans and experts in the environment
of Katchemak Bay. No prior experience is required |
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- 1-2 yoga classes per day including asana, pranayama,
meditation, and philosophy
- 7 nights accommodations at Twin Creeks Trailhead Lodge
- 7 meals (as described above)
- 2 brunches served at Ridgetop Inn plus lunch during kayaking
- Glacier Hike and Halibut Cove excursion (water taxis,
lodge fees and dinner)
- Sea Kayak Tour (guides, all gear, water taxis and lunch)
- Travel to and from Homer
- Meals other than the 7 provided
- Rental Cars - participants can group up to share the cost
- A $500 deposit holds your space, with the full fee due
by April 30, 2008
- Make check payable to Mark Horner and mail to:Moksha
Yoga Shala,2940 Camino Diablo, Suite 200Walnut
Creek CA 94596
- Maximum group size is 13 participants, so register early
to assure your spot
- Once you are enrolled we will send you information about
the various options for getting to Homer. For those who
wish to explore more of Alaska either before or after the
retreat, we can offer suggestions
There is a $400 cancellation fee per person. Payment will be
refunded, less cancellation fee, if cancellation request is
received in writing postmarked on or prior to May 1, 2008. No
refunds will be made after May 1, 2008 unless a replacement
participant can be found. We recommend purchase of trip insurance.
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Bunk Rooms: double
- $1450 Main Floor
Units: double - $1650Ground
Floor Unit:
- double - $1675
- triple
- $1475 Timber Framed Suite:
- double
- $1750
- triple - $1525
Early Registration
DISCOUNT: if paid in full
by 3/31/2008 deduct $200
from prices listed above!
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