A 3-day nature immersion combining forest bathing, creative making, storytelling, music, and time on the land.

Guided by certified forest therapy guide Tam Willey of Toadstool Walks and quiltmaker and sewing instructor Travis Clough of T⚡Bag, guests will create their own woolen woodland cloak while exploring a deeper relationship with nature through guided forest bathing, sensory invitations, and shared daily rhythm.

The cloak itself becomes part of the experience—not simply something to make, but something to wear as you wander the forests, gather around the fire, share meals, and step more fully into the imagination, playfulness, and wonder of the natural world.

Days unfold slowly between sewing sessions, guided forest immersions, community meals, music, storytelling, and spacious time outdoors. No prior experience with sewing or forest bathing is required.

Throughout the retreat, you'll be invited to slow down, notice more deeply, and reconnect with the creativity, curiosity, and sense of belonging that emerge when we spend meaningful time in nature.

Your retreat includes:

• Guided forest bathing walks with Tam Willey

• Beginner-friendly woodland cloak making with Travis Clough

• Sound bath experience

• Fireside storytelling circles

• Acoustic music and community sing-alongs

• Solo and group nature immersion invitations

• Time on Casa Portal's private woodland trails, meadows, and gathering spaces

• Seasonal chef-prepared meals

• Cozy Accommodations in the Guesthouse

Whether you come for the forest, the creativity, the community, or simply the chance to spend a few days doing something delightfully different, you'll leave with a handmade cloak, new skills, and a deeper connection to the natural world and new friends.

Sample Day

7:30 AM
Coffee, tea, and a light breakfast in the farmhouse

9:00 AM
Guided Forest Bathing Walk
A sensory-based immersion through the forests and meadows, with invitations to slow down, notice, and deepen your relationship with the natural world.

11:30 AM
Brunch

1:00 PM
Woodland Cloak-Making Workshop
Learn sewing techniques and continue crafting your custom woolen cloak with guidance from Travis.

4:00 PM
Free Time on the Land
Explore the trails, rest by the pond, read on the porch, journal, or simply wander.

6:00 PM
Farm-to-Table Dinner

7:30 PM
Evening Gathering
A rotating offering that may include storytelling, acoustic music, a sound bath, fireside conversation, or community sing-alongs.

9:00 PM
Quiet Evening

Sewing experience helpful, but not required

All sewing tools (machines, scissors, pins etc) will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own. (Please label any supplies you bring). 

Fabric Requirements

• Outer Fabric: 2 yards - wool, tweed (or other mid/heavy weight fabric)

• Lining Fabric: 2 yards - corduroy, flannel, cotton

• Fabric Kits Available for Purchase at the Retreat