The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation | 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456 | 973-835-2160
Owned and operated by the Highlands Nature Friends, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
"Harmony in the Highlands" Spring Nature Retreat!
Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
🗓 When: SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 9:30am to 5:30pm
📍Where: Nestled in the heart of the NJ Highlands at The New Weis Center in Ringwood, NJ
Step away from the noise and into the stillness of nature! Join us for a restorative day of mindfulness, reflection, and peace at the New Weis Center. Surrounded by the natural beauty and serenity of the New Jersey Highlands on our beautiful 152 acres of forested land, this retreat is designed to help you reconnect—with nature, yourself, and the present moment.
Throughout the day, you'll be guided through a thoughtful selection of healing and grounding experiences, including:
🧘 Gentle Yoga with Crystal Eshanov of Sage and Sound Holistic Wellness (Montclair, NJ)
🌲 Ethical Foraging Walk with Foraged Tea, with Weis Lead Educator Lauren Lynch and Naturalist Chris Campbell
🎶 Himalayan Sound Healing with Crystal Eshanov
🌀 Aromatherapy Workshop; Making your own oils, with Weis Naturalist Chris Campbell
🖋 Nature Journaling, Arts & Crafts, and Intention Setting
Whether you're looking to release stress, find clarity, or simply breathe deeper, this immersive retreat offers a space to slow down and realign. Come as you are... Leave feeling renewed!
Price: $125 for New Weis Center members, $140 for non-members
Not a member yet? Membership supports our nonprofit organization. Membership fees are tax-deductible and have year-round benefits. Join NOW!
Spaces are limited to preserve the intimacy of the experience. Pre-registration required.
Important Details:
- This program is for adults ages 18 and up.
- Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle.
- Includes gentle walks at an easy pace; please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes with good tread.
- Yoga mats and blank journals will be provided, or you are welcome to bring your own.
- If you would like to rent a rustic cabin to stay overnight the night before or after, visit our facility rentals page for details and reservations.
- Cancellation refunds (minus Eventbrite fees) are available with at least 7 days advance notice.