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Hosted by Mel Douglas

Join us in Big Bass Lake for our Soft Summer Healing - a weekend retreat experience for Black women designed to help you cultivate community connection, ground into nature, and reset your nervous system through self-care and intentional rest.

Spend a short weekend soaking up the serene beauty of Big Bass Lake and gaining tools to help nurture your wellbeing. We’ll enjoy restorative yoga, meditation, nutritious meals, and fun group activities. Plus there will be lots of time to relax and recenter surrounded by the beauty of nature.

If you’re a Black who looking for a way to recharge and heal this Summer season - this retreat is for you. Leave feeling a renewed sense of sisterhood and personal grounding.

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August 14 - August 16, 2026
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The Location

Welcome to the Summer Getaway Mini Retreat in Big Bass Lake, PA. We’ll be gathering at cozy cabin-style property located in a private community surrounded by lush woods & greenery. The property features:

  • a deck with sweeping views

  • 2 outdoor fire pits

  • a hot tub on the deck

  • multiple outdoor dining and lounge areas

  • 3.5 bathrooms stocked with towels & necessities

Rooming Options

  • We have options for both private and shared accommodations on this retreat.

  • We also have the option to book a private room for double occupancy, which means you’d have a shared bed. This option is for only friends/family pairs that are okay sharing a bed.

Private King Bedroom - 1 available
$800 per room

Private Queen Bedroom - 3/3 available
$700 per room

Full Bed (bottom bunk) in a Shared Bedroom - 2/2 available
$500 per person

How to reserve your spot

In order to attend this retreat, you’ll need to first complete a retreat interest form. Once we’ve received your completed form, we’ll follow up with steps for reserving your spot at this retreat.

If you’ve previously completed a BWYC interest meeting or form, there’s no need to complete this form. You should receive an email in your inbox with info on how to reserve your spot for this retreat already! If you completed a meeting or form previously but don’t see the email, reach out to us at connect@blackwomensyogaco.com so we can assist.

Friday August 14 - Sunday August 16, 2026

PAYMENT OPTIONS

We’re offering two payment options for this retreat.

Option 1: Pay in full at the time of booking to reserve your spot.
Option 2: Pay a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the price of your reservation to hold your spot with the remaining 50% balance due on 8/3/26.

EARLY SIGN-UP DISCOUNT

Sign up by July 17th and receive a discount of $50 off your booking.
(Must complete your reservation no later than 7/17/26 to receive the early sign-up discount.)

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What exactly is included?

  • 2 day, 1 night stay at a private property in Big Bass Lake, PA

  • 5 freshly prepared, nutritious meals (2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner)

  • Snacks and hot + cold drinks (coffee, tea, fresh juice, etc)

  • Restorative Yoga Class

  • Guided Meditation

  • Picnic at Big Bass Lake

  • Coordinated group activities

  • Gift bag + attendee goodies

What’s not included?

  • Airfare or transportation to/from Big Bass Lake, PA

  • Any additional activities outside of pre-set retreat schedule

  • Optional additional activities or rentals

August 14 - August 16, 2026
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Do you offer transportation service?

BWYC is offering a round-trip transportation service you can book for travel to/from Newark Airport with a total cost of $100 per person. Attendees can book transportation after reserving their spot on the retreat.

What if I can’t make the time of your transportation service?

If you’re unable to utilize our transportation service, we’re happy to provide info for booking your own. Every airport also has car rental options for driving yourself.

What is the food like?

We provide fresh, nourishing meals throughout your stay with us that are catered to your preferences, needs, and restrictions. You’ll be send a meal form prior to the start of the retreat so that we can understand how to feed you with love!

Who is this retreat for?

Any Black woman seeking some soft Summer self-care. Black women who desire sisterhood, connection, and leaning into joyful rest. Black women wanting to spend time connecting with nature.

What if I’m quiet/shy/introverted?

There’s space for you to be whoever you are on this retreat! You’ll have the option of socializing or taking as much solo rest time as you desire without judgement.

If you know you need dedicated alone time to recharge, we do recommend booking a solo accommodation for yourself to ensure you have the space you need.