Majestically Montana
Art, Yoga, Soul
July 24-27, 2024
Yoga & Art Retreat
Whole Image Wellness and Synergy by Melissa are thrilled to host this 4-day, 3-night Yoga & Art Retreat in the Treasure State. Located on the scenic Bull River in a peaceful, rural area surrounded by a national forest and wildlife, we chose a location that would set the tone for our quality time together. Experience photogenic views out your back door, while completely immersing yourself with nature!
The Retreat
For the second time, we are partnering with Savvy Synergy by Melissa to bring mental restoration and spiritual uplifting. The Majestically Montana retreat will provide participants with two yoga classes daily and one art class each day. All meals--breakfast, lunch and dinner--will be home-cooked for you! The location allows for a unique experience with the environment. Elk, deer, and big horn sheep may be seen within the mountain range.
Big Horn Lodge
There are five bedrooms each with a private bathroom. The living space has a spacious commercial kitchen, a great room with extended dining area, two conversation areas, a large stone fireplace, and a grand piano. Outdoor lawn games, hot tub, two canoes, and kayaks are available to use at your leisure. Sweeping views of the mountain and river will create the perfect backdrop for our yoga and art classes.
Located on five acres that borders National Forests, you will have plenty of room to explore. Hike the many surrounding trails, enjoy the hot tub, and end the day sitting by the fire pit. Lounge in a hammock or in the patio chairs, which are a great place to read a book or just take in the view. Guests who come out in the morning may see bald eagles fishing in the river, or otters floating along in the current.
Parking is available for those who choose to rent a vehicle.
What to Expect
Each day your hostess, Angelique, will lead you in a morning yoga class outdoors (weather permitting)
where you will be able to take in the scenery. Our morning classes will give us a great way to greet the
sun as it came up over the mountain. Yoga with Angelique is a gift to your body and mind. In the lodge in the evenings, we will practice Restorative Yoga which consists of long deep stretches, and guided meditation.
There will be two Art classes with your hostess, Melissa, who will begin with a warmup visualization and centering prior to introducing the colors and formatting of landscape paintings. Easels, brushes, paint, and all materials will be provided. Melissa introduces art therapy strategies with the creative flow to release any blockages preventing full artistic expression.
Our onsite home-chef will provide all meals daily. Guests are required to share any allergies or food sensitivities with registration. Menu will be provided before travel.
Visiting Montana in July temperatures range between mid-50s and mid-80s. Little to no rain is typical.
A packing list will be provided prior to travel.
Trip Highlights
Transportation
132 miles to Spokane International Airport (GEG )
132 miles to Missoula International Airport (MSO)
Guest who would like to take advantage of the transportation will need to be at the airport at certain times, to be determined. Please wait to book your flight until learning these times.
Guest who are unable or prefer not to to shuttle at posted times may use Uber, Lyft or rent a vehicle at their expense.
Investment
Total Cost depends on room type. Please see the options below.
Reserve your spot with a $200 nonrefundable deposit. Your deposit is applied towards your total retreat rate.
Your balance will be due in two equal payments, via invoice. Invoices are due within one week of receipt. Invoices will be sent January 15, 2024 and
April 1, 2024. If you wish to pay in full or need a different payment plan, please contact Angelique at angelique@wholeimagewellness.com.
PROMOTIONAL RATES
Early Bird Pricing: Book by 11/30 and save $150 off any standard room rate*
Previous Retreat Guests: Book by 11/30 and save $200 off any standard room rate*
* Offers cannot be combined.
Limited Space Available! Send any questions to Angelique at angelique@wholeimagewellness.com
Note: Your reservation is not confirmed until you complete our travel contract. This will be emailed to you after your reservation is received.
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4 days and 3 nights at the Bighorn Lodge, surrounded by stunning nature, mountains and river.
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Twice Daily Yoga
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Two Art Classes, with all materials included. We paint our own souvenirs! Art therapy warm up and dive in exercise.
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Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner made fresh on site
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Snacks, Coffee, Tea
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Firepit in the evenings
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Hot tub on the property
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Hammocks and outdoor games for your enjoyment, including canoes and kayaks
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Indoor board games and book selection
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Time to explore the trails that are right on the property, or time to go to the nearby hiking trails
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Wi-Fi
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Transportation from the airport to the Lodge will be offered twice on the first day and once on the last day. Please wait to book your flight if you are taking advantage of the airport transfer.
What's Not Included:
Travel Insurance (Recommended)
Flights
Yoga Mat & Props
Alcoholic Beverages (You can bring your own)
Standard Pricing
SOLD OUT Bedroom 1- 1 Queen Bed
Single Accommodations - $1895
Double Accommodations - $1625/person
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed
Double Accommodations - $1625/person
Triple Accommodations - $1425/person
SOLD OUT Bedroom 3 - 1 King Bed, 1 Single
Double Accommodations - $1675/person
Triple Accommodations - $1475/person
Bedroom 4 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed
Double Accomodations - $1625/person
Triple Accommodations - $1425/person
SOLD OUT Bedroom 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single
Quadruple Accommodations - $1295/person
Bring Your Own Tent & Camp Outside!
$1100/person
If you are traveling alone we will pair you with another traveler of the same gender in an appropriate room. We never ask guests to share beds with strangers!
Promotional Rates
Reserve your spot with a deposit by 11/30/23, and receive a $150 discount off of any standard room rate!*
If you have traveled with us in the last two years, you will receive a discount of $200 off of any standard room rate.*
* Offers cannot be combined.
Please contact angelique@wholeimagewellness.com to arrange your discount, pay in full, or with questions.
About your Retreat Leaders
About Angelique Flynn
Retreat Leader & Yoga Teacher
Angelique is a 500-hour Yoga Teacher and experienced Retreat Leader. She teaches her students how to find self-acceptance and a positive mindset on their yoga mats. Each of her classes builds up to a unique and challenging pose, and she always gives her students options to make the pose accessible. Expect to learn something new when you practice with Angelique!
Angelique holds a Master of Science in Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine that she has been working on for the last 3 years. Angelique is always seeking opportunities to learn more so she can help more people find peace and joy through wellness. She aims to challenge and empower her students to find courage on and off their mats. This is the 12th retreat she has planned.
About Melissa Hardy
Retreat Leader & Art Teacher
Melissa currently works as an Early Childhood Specialist helping to train Principals and Directors in best practices for our youngest learners. She has been a Teacher and Educational Coach for 24 years and feels passionate about building capacity in those working with our future generation. She has a Master of Science in Education Leadership and an A.S. degree in Fine Art from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Because her first love was art, she is able to create a personalized art class at every level.
Melissa is a mother of four and grandmother of one busy little two year old. She has used her skills of planning itinerary adventures on a budget with her family and taken them all over the US on a teacher’s salary. She loves traveling, nature, and helping others to develop more quality time in their lives.