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: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Price: $125 for New Weis Center members, $140 for non-members
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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.
- Raindate: Sun, Apr 12. In case of rain, you will be notified and your tickets will automatically be transferred to Apr 12 (same time). If you are unable to attend the raindate, you may request a refund (minus Eventbrite fees).
- Cancellation refunds (minus Eventbrite fees) are available with at least 7 days advance notice.
🗓 When: Saturday, April 11, 2026; 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:
🧘 Spring Gentle Yoga with Crystal Eshanov of Sage and Sound Holistic Wellness (Montclair, NJ)
🌲 Seasonal Nature Walk with Foraged Tea (Shinrin-yoku), with Weis Lead Educator Lauren Lynch and Naturalist Chris Campbell
🎶 Reiki Meditation with a lovely Sound Bath with special guest Crystal Eshanov of Sage and Sound Holistic Wellness (Montclair, NJ)
🌀 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!