Nature Solo Retreat

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Nature Solo Retreat

A 3 night solo can be hugely transformative and give you a deep reset for body, mind and spirit.

Retreats
Sunday, June 14 – Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Eagle Bear Ranch in Northern New Mexico
June 14, 4pm – June 18 around noon
Registration closes June 12th
$475.00

With Lena and Jose Stevens.

 This 5 day event is a perfect way to reconnect to nature and take some personal time for self exploration and inner reflection in a safe supportive environment. A 3 night solo can be hugely transformative and give you a deep reset for body, mind and spirit.

It has never been more helpful or important during these times of psychic, mental and emotional clutter to detox from it all with a nature solo. Known by some traditions as a vision quest, this is an opportunity to become clear of worry, anxiety, mental chaos and confusing emotions. It is a time of deep healing, connection to the earth and the elements, giving you the opportunity for  a recharge and a reset. You are well supported during your solo by the Power Path staff holding a strong container through prayer as well as logistical attention.

The location is a 1,000 acre nature preserve with glorified camping facilities: a 30 foot yurt for group meetings, an outdoor kitchen and dining area for group meals, outhouses, and a shower house with on demand hot water. The meals we serve are simple but delicious with vegetarian and gluten free options. When doing a solo program, you have the option of fasting, bringing simple, no-cook food for yourself (no fires or stoves allowed), or bringing makings for a master cleanse (lemons, maple syrup, cayenne) for your three nights out.

We supply plenty of clean, fresh water and have solo sites that range from a long steep hike to a drop-off site that requires no walking, and everything in between. We place you on a site that will support your ability and your tent size, as well as your preference for a specific landscape. You will stay on that site for three nights.

The solo is supported energetically by on-site Power Path Practitioners doing prayers, checking in with you energetically as well as making sure that plenty of water and safety are provided. You will arrive by 4pm on the afternoon of the first day and dinner is provided with an orientation and preparation for your solo. After a night in camp and breakfast (also provided), you will go out on solo for three nights. At 9am on the fourth day you will be brought back to camp and, after a brunch and a debrief, the program will end around noon.

You will need a small tent, pad, light sleeping bag, rain gear and good shoes. A detailed list of what to bring, a questionnaire, orientation sheet, release form and directions to Eagle Bear will be provided closer to the event.

The retreat is approximately 2 hours from Santa Fe, 3 hours from Albuquerque, 5-6 hours from the Denver area, and 1 1/2 hours from Taos, NM.


It has never been more helpful or important during these times of psychic, mental, and emotional clutter to detox from it all with a nature solo. Known by some traditions as a vision quest, this is an opportunity to become clear of worry, anxiety, mental chaos, and confusing emotions. It is a time of deep healing, connection to the earth and the elements, giving you the opportunity for a recharge and a reset. You are well supported during your solo by the Power Path staff holding a strong container through prayer and logistical attention.

Recognizing the importance of solo time in nature, The Power Path offers a solo retreat once or twice every year. We began offering this opportunity when we acquired our land in Northern New Mexico in 1994 and have done so ever since. Following the ancient shamanic tradition of spending ongoing alone time in nature and the tradition of the mystics to fast and isolate themselves in nature for meditation and prayer, we make this experience available for a wide variety of people. 

Most solos are for three days and three nights, however, solos for only twenty-four hours and up to seven days are sometimes offered. Arrangements can be made for children and teenagers to spend more limited times on solos. Children under fourteen need the support of at least one parent in camp. Arrangements can also be made for private personal or corporate groups to go out on solo as part of a larger training.

Jose speaking about the benefits of doing a Nature Solo…

Since the land has varied terrain, we can offer differing environments to participants, including forested sites, huge rocks and cliffs, or meadows, some with grand views and some with more limited views through the trees. We have solo sites that range from a long steep hike to a drop-off site that requires no walking, and everything in between. We place participants on a site that will support their ability and their tent size, as well as their preference for a specific landscape. Participants stay on that site for the duration of their solo. 

Deep prayer, mediation, Qi Gong, yoga, singing, shamanic practices, and contemplation are encouraged. Screens, books, musical instruments, and other distractions are discouraged to provide the best concentration. Some participants choose to fast, or do the “Master Cleanse” (lemons, maple syrup, cayenne), while others bring simple, no-cook food (no fires or stoves are allowed while on solo). 

We supply plenty of clean, fresh water and, to make the experience safe, more secure and supportive, we have a daily check in system with yarn strings that allows us to track the well-being of each participant. The solo is also supported energetically by on-site Power Path Practitioners doing prayers, checking in with participants energetically, as well as making sure that plenty of water and safety are provided. 

Lena sharing how time in nature can be clearing…

Nature Solo Testimonials

I was skeptical and a bit scared, but also more than a little curious about what all the fuss was. After two brutal days wrestling with my head, I found and touched a peaceful anchor in myself that I never knew about — and it has deepened my spiritual practice and made me calmer and more patient in my day-to-day life.

Scott, Austin TX

” I received (and let go) of so much, and it all continues to unfold so powerfully. I definitely feel the influence of restructure and re-calibrate in all areas of my life, especially relationships with others overall, some leaving, new ones coming in, and an ease and comfort in my own skin and being around others and living who I am free of concern as to what others think of me. I am so grateful for having come out and making this trip happen. “

Jen

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