Men’s Nature Retreat - California, August 2026
Raw in Nature. Grounded in Presence.
Introduction.
A retreat for men ready to pause, ground, and go deeper. A few days in raw nature. Slowing down. Going inward and finding your truth and strength forward.
This retreat is built for depth. Slowing down. Feeling again. Connecting—to nature, to yourself, to other men, and to something bigger than the pace of everyday life.
Through breathwork, ceremony, and stillness, we create space for reflection, connection, and inner transformation.
What to Expect:
A sacred container for those ready to pause, ground, and go deeper. This is a few days to step out of the noise. To slow your system down enough that you can actually feel what’s going on inside.
To be around other men, trees, air and vast space. You’ll wake up with the light. You’ll go to sleep with the fire.
There’s something about being in nature, together, that softens things. Conversations go deeper. Breathing changes. Things that were tight start to open. It is a way to profound clarity and direction.
Our retreats sell out, to show your interest and to secure your spot at our next California nature retreat please fill the pre registration form.
Schedule outline:
Sunday
Intro, arrival, an opening, connect, enjoy nature, camping and community and guided breathwork and a cacao ceremony.
Monday - Tuesday
Medicine journey with meditation and guided prep and cold exposure and guided integration activities.
Location:
Camping in raw nature near Sequoia National park. Bring your own tent or we offer glamping options.
Guided Activities:
Experience breathwork, guided journaling, meditation practices, sacred cacao ceremony, and transformative group activities with a Wachuma (San Pedro) plant medicine journey. All activities is a flow and progression as a deep guided group journey.
Food:
We offer a delicious healthy Mehadrin/Glatt kosher meals and refreshments prepared on site.
Investment:
Bring your own tent $950
We provide your tent/sleeping bag/sleep cot $1050
Questions, answered.
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This retreat is designed to welcome men who are growth oriented and feel a tug to simplify and spend time in raw nature.
We value integration above what a 1 or 4-day retreat can teach; we believe that when done right benefits can last a lifetime.
Fill out the registration form, and someone from and one of us will connect with you to learn more about where you’re at and ensure this retreat supports your needs. -
This retreat invites men only.
If you are looking for a men and women or couples retreat, please reach out to inquire what other retreats we have planned. -
The highlight for this retreat is to spend time in raw nature.
Be retreats include a structured program that combines meditation, therapeutic practices, and ancient medicine work with modern science. Each part is designed for real, lasting impact.We believe integration is the most important part. The retreat begins when you arrive, but the real work continues when you go home.
Our team stays with you through that process, supporting you as you bring what you experienced into your daily life. -
Plan to be fully present. Pack well so you are comfortable out in nature. All food, snacks, and overall retreat needs will be provided. Bring anything personal that helps you feel at ease.
Our team will be available for an intention-setting conversations before the retreat.
This kind of work goes deeper when there’s time to prepare. If you feel called, we recommend to book your spot in advance rather than making a last-minute decision.
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Absolutely! The retreat is designed for individuals at all stages of their personal development journey. Each activity is guided and can be tailored to your experience level.
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We offer nourishing Kosher mehadrin meals tailored to meet a variety of dietary requirements.
All meals are freshly prepared on-site and feature a selection of healthy, and delicious options designed to satisfy and complement the work we're doing.
Please let us know in advance if you have any specific dietary needs.
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The price covers all retreat activities, accommodation site, meals, snacks and refreshments. It will not include transportation.
As listed, if you would like us to provide you with camping gear please request that in your registration form. As well, reach out to us with any specific requests that can accommodate your stay with us. -
We will spend time in raw nature.
Expect cooler nights and warmer days. Pack accordingly (a detailed packing list will follow closer to the retreat).
The camp grounds and group work sites will be secluded for our privacy that way we can fully dive in comfortably to our retreat activities. -
Please contact us beforehand to discuss any concerns. We aim to accommodate all participants to ensure a comfortable and safe experience.
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Day 1
We begin with stillness practices, guided breathwork, and group connection. The day closes with a joyful, heart opening cacao ceremony.Day 2
We sit with Wachuma (San Pedro), a medicine of clarity and direction.
Together we meditate and explore the depth of our own capacity and power.Integration Day
The day after medicine we focus on grounding. Meditation, group integration, a blessing circle, and ice baths help us ground, integrate, and get ready to go home. -
Not really. This retreat is designed to reset, recharge and gain a deep sense of clarity, strength and direction.
What makes this retreat special is the unique moments gained from a group setting. Each person, guests and staff, bring their own magic. Therefore we expect everyone to participate in each part of the scheduled programming.
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Our goal is to create an intimate group dynamic. Past retreats had ranged between 6 and 18 participants.
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No! I believe in deep connection by being “you”.
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We understand life happens. Our policy does not include any refunds after confirmation. We recommend all participants to purchase separate travel insurance. Some travel insurance companies offer “cancel for any reason” as well as medical and travel coverage.
Your Hosts.
We are committed to offer a space where you can experience joy and connection. It is an honor to invite you in. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions.
Pre register to secure your spot at our summer nature retreat.
Motty Kenigsberg
Motty Kenigsberg is a heart-centered leader, dedicated to showing up with open arms and guiding you on your journey. He blends deep compassion with a grounded, practical approach as an integrative coach.
Direct contact:Email or Whatsapp.
To learn more about Motty, visit:
www.mottykenigsberg.com
Joel Katz
Joel, a dedicated support for many with over a decade of deep inner work experience. He is known as a “space holder” with a profound understanding of what it takes to bring the experience to life.
Direct contact: Email or Whatsapp.
To learn more about Joel, visit:
www.YoelKatz.com
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