AdventurUs Spring Retreat 2025

The AdventurUs Women team will officially welcome everyone, share important need-to-know info for the weekend, and raise a toast and/or s'more to the weekend ahead.

Guides & Staff

Saveria Tilden (she/her)

Founder /CEO AdventurUs Women, AdventurUs Women

Saveria Tilden, CEO and Founder of AdventurUs Women, is excited to join this adventure and share her love of winter adventures as your trip leader. Saveria has worked for REI Outdoor School as an instructor, teaching a variety of classes including kayaking, SUP, biking, rock climbing... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 7:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

7:00am PDT

Morning Yoga

Friday May 9, 2025 7:00am - 7:30am PDT

Start your day with an early morning yoga session. Our guest yoga instructor, Maggie Umberger, will help wake up your muscles and get you ready for a full day of activities.

PROVIDED: Yoga Mat

Guides & Staff

Maggie Umberger (she/her)

Instructor, Maggie Umberger

My name is Maggie, and my pronouns are she/her. I am a yoga teacher and a Mindful Movement Specialist, & I’m also an insatiably curious practitioner, which means I’ll never stop learning ways to share tools with you that will:Empower you to feel more connected and at home in your... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 7:00am - 7:30am PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome

7:30am PDT

Breakfast

Friday May 9, 2025 7:30am - 8:15am PDT

Begin your adventure with a nutritious and healthy breakfast. Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available.

Please note: classes start at 8:15 or 8:30 so please be on time to breakfast.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Cerstin Cheatham, Owner“I discovered my passion for entertaining in my mom’s kitchen,” reflects Cerstin Cheatham, creator, chef, and owner of Bleu Bite Catering. And those homey roots influence every aspect of Cerstin’s catering from her rustic fare, personalized service... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 7:30am - 8:15am PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

8:30am PDT

Challenge Hike: Smith Rock State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Our morning hike will be focused on the stunning landscape of Smith Rock State Park! You will understand what makes this park so famous as we explore on our hike. Be prepared to hike around 5 miles to "Misery Ridge" with modest elevation gain, steep sections of trail, and beautiful vistas.

PROVIDED: Shuttle to and from off site location included. Hiking poles can be checked out from the camp host prior to leaving.

REQUIRED: Closed-toed shoes with good traction, water bottle and small pack to carry water and snacks in. Desire to explore and have fun.

TERRAIN: This hike will take us up and over the ridge. It includes a sustained uphill climb for the first mile plus. We will be on loose rock, stairs and be exposed to steep drop offs on the way up and down,

PLEASE NOTE: The shuttle leaves at 8:15 am!

Guides & Staff

Saveria Tilden (she/her)

Founder /CEO AdventurUs Women, AdventurUs Women

Halle Enyedy

Event Manager, AdventurUs Women

Halle is an outdoor enthusiast for all seasons. She can be found mountain biking and hiking in the dry months and skiing/snowshoeing in winter. Being outside is where she feels most at home. She enjoys teaching and empowering others, especially women, to follow their passions. While... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

ACTIVITY LEVEL Strenuous - Plan to get sweaty and be challenged
Terrain Elevation gain exceeding 500 feet, Loose rock, stairs, Exposure and steep drop offs, switchbacks
Recommended Gear hiking poles, hiking boots with traction, waterbottles and snacks

8:30am PDT

Rock Climbing at Smith Rock State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Learn how to rock climb or improve your skills with the professional guides from She Moves Mountains. Enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest landscape from a whole new perspective while climbing at the famous Smith Rocks.

PROVIDED: All climbing equipment provided (harness, helmet, belay device, ropes, and shoes). You can bring your own if you have them. Shuttle to and from off site climbing location included.

REQUIRED: Water bottle and small pack to carry water and snacks in. Desire to reach new heights, challenge yourself, and have fun.

TERRAIN: Please note that the hike to the base of the climb can be challenging with loose rocks and steep trails.

PLEASE NOTE: The shuttle leaves at 8:15 am!

Guides & Staff

Rosa Padilla

Instructor, Chockstone Climbing

Rosa fell in love with rock climbing over 8 years ago and has just started her career as a climbing instructor and outdoor educator. When she isn’t instructing climbers at Smith Rock with Chockstone Climbing, she works as a Trip Leader for Explore Austin and an instructor for Outward... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, Strenuous - Plan to get sweaty and be challenged
Terrain Exposure and steep drop offs, Loose rock
Recommended Gear hiking boots with traction

8:30am PDT

Rediscovering Joy Through Play

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Amidst the heaviness that can be felt in this ever-moving world, what if we tracked our path through a different lens? What if Joy was our True North? Joy and Play are well-researched tools to help one find their path, purpose and passion and it’s a heckuva lot more fun! If you’re at a crossroads in your life, longing for another more sustainable route or simply wanting to reconnect to your own sense of playfulness and that of others, join us for this sweet time in one of Oregon’s best natural playgrounds, Smith Rock, while we gleefully leap our way into our joyful living.

Guides & Staff

Jill Rose

Workshop Leader, Jill Rose Coaching

Jill Rose is a Life Coach, Speaker and Facilitator who loves nothing more than watching a woman unapologetically shine. She is passionate about helping her clients restore their energy and power so that they can lead the lives they were meant to; ones filled with confidence, ease... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

Workshop

12:30pm PDT

Lunch on site with Blue Bite Catering

Friday May 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm PDT

Be sure to fuel up for the rest of your day! Grab lunch and relax before your afternoon activities! Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Friday May 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm PDT

Community Activity

1:15pm PDT

Exploring Smith Rock State Park - Hike

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT

Join us on a casual hike to explore the towering cliffs and natural beauty of this unique location. The hike will center around the Crooked River valley and cover roughly 3 miles of stop-and-go walking and talking about the area's unique features. The trail drops down to the river and winds along the high cliffs where sport climbers hug the walls. Water fowl and birds of prey frequent this oasis in the high desert plateau of central Oregon. Upon our return to the parking lot, we will climb out of the valley and up through the pines to our starting point.

Guides & Staff

Halle Enyedy

Event Manager, AdventurUs Women

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT

ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate - Be ready to put some effort in, no prior experience necessary
Terrain Elevation gain exceeding 500 feet, Loose rock, stairs
Recommended Gear hiking boots with traction, waterbottles and snacks

1:15pm PDT

Rock Climbing at Smith Rock State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT

TBA

Guides & Staff

Rosa Padilla

Instructor, Chockstone Climbing

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, Strenuous - Plan to get sweaty and be challenged
Terrain Exposure and steep drop offs, Loose rock
Recommended Gear hiking boots with traction, waterbottles and snacks

1:15pm PDT

Staying Found: Mastering Navigation Basics at Smith Rock State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT

Cell phones and GPS devices can serve as excellent navigation tools in the backcountry…but what happens when batteries die or your equipment goes on the fritz? You pull out your map and compass and stay the course! This hands-on workshop takes a deep dive into all of the basics of classic map-and-compass navigation techniques. We’ll get comfortable with the parts and functions of modern mirrored compasses, learn how to turn a topographic map from a flat piece of paper to a magical representation of the 3D world, and then we’ll put it all together with a series of fun challenges out in the field. Put together, these skills don’t just help you figure out where you are at any given moment, but also help you develop confidence stepping off trail, locate sweet campsites and travel to interesting places just off the beaten path, identify peaks and other features on the landscape, and show off to all of your friends (we kid, we kid - sort of). No experience necessary and all equipment is provided - just bring your curiosity!

Guides & Staff

Shawnte Salabert

Instructor

Shawnté Salabert is a Los Angeles-based freelance writer interested in the connections between humans and the natural world. Her work has appeared in Adventure Journal, AFAR, Alpinist, Backpacker, The California Sunday Magazine, Los Angeles Magazine, Modern Hiker, Outside, REI... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 1:15pm - 4:45pm PDT

Workshop

ACTIVITY LEVEL Chill - Move your body, no prior experience necessary, all levels welcome

5:30pm PDT

Social Hour with Freeland Spirits

Friday May 9, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Friday May 9, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

ACTIVITY LEVEL Super Chill - exercise your mind

6:30pm PDT

Dinner

Friday May 9, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Delish food awaits you at the end of your first big day!

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Friday May 9, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

8:00pm PDT

Campfire and S'mores

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT

Join us by the campfire, snack on some delicious S'mores, reflect on the day and get stoked for tomorrow.

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

7:00am PDT

Morning Yoga

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:00am - 7:30am PDT

Start your day with an early morning yoga session. Our guest yoga instructor, Maggie Umberger, will help wake up your muscles and get you ready for a full day of activities.

PROVIDED: Yoga Mat

Guides & Staff

Maggie Umberger (she/her)

Instructor, Maggie Umberger

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:00am - 7:30am PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome

7:30am PDT

Breakfast

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am PDT

Start the day off right with a nutritious and healthy breakfast. Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available.

Please note: classes start at 8:15 or 8:30 so please be on time to breakfast.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

8:30am PDT

Intro to Kayak

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Enjoy an introduction to kayaking through the heart of Bend’s historic Old Mill District. Mountain views and local wildlife will delight you, while also experiencing the urban energy that’s put Bend on the map.

TCKC’s expert guides will teach you strokes to make your kayak paddling more efficient while telling you about the many fascinating historical, geological and current facts relevant to the area. Guides will also discuss the basics of reading water, river safety and stewardship.

PLEASE NOTE: Both of Friday's SUP and kayak classes take place at the same venue and on the same section of river, so we recommend choosing either a SUP or a kayak class.

PROVIDED: All paddling equipment (life jacket, paddle, SUP or kayak) are provided. Water shoes or sandals recommended. Shuttle to and from off site paddle location included.

Guides & Staff

Sue Fox

Guide, Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe

Sue Fox has been in the outdoor recreation and retreat industry for over a decade bringing people of all ages and abilities to the water, both locally and world-wide. She first fell in love with her favorite water activity, paddleboarding, while living in Maui, HI. There, when not... Read More →

Partners

Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe

Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe is a locally owned business that has been the cornerstone of Central Oregon paddling for nineteen years. Today, Tumalo Creek is a thriving family business, supporting 50-60 staff in the summer months. they’re happy to provide a gathering place for Bend’s... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, Moderate - Be ready to put some effort in
Recommended Gear water shoes or sandals, Dry clothes for after plus a towel

8:30am PDT

Tumalo Mountain Snowshoe

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Our morning snowshoe* will be focused on the stunning landscape of the local mountains! This 3-mile snowshoe will take us up 1,600 feet to the summit of a 7,800-foot mountain. This volcano sits right next to Mt. Bachelor, a great spot for our guide to highlight the region's geology and hydrology of Central Oregon from what is perhaps the most impressive view of the central Oregon Cascade Volcanoes.

Required: Closed-toed shoes or hiking boots, water bottle and small backpack for water and snacks.

Provided: Snowshoes and transportation

*Please note this may be a hike if there is no snow - but bases on current conditions we anticipate snow.

Partners

Wanderlust Tours

Wanderlust Tours offers naturalist-guided tours and trips throughout the year in Bend, Sunriver, and Sisters, Oregon - specializing in outdoor tours, outdoor activities, and things to do in Bend, Oregon since 1993. Renowned for our knowledgeable and professional guides, their tours... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, Moderate - Be ready to put some effort in, no prior experience necessary
Terrain Elevation gain exceeding 500 feet, may be icy and/or snowy
Recommended Gear hiking boots with traction, waterbottles and snacks

8:30am PDT

Backcountry Essential Skills

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT

TBA

The secret to really enjoying yourself in the backcountry can’t be found in any single piece of gear, trail snack, or hiking buddy - it’s in letting go of fear (yours or the kind projected by someone else) and instead carrying the confidence and know-how that you can handle any situation that comes up. Worried about getting injured? Not sure you have the right equipment for a backpacking trip? Curious about proper hygiene protocols? Wonder how to handle rough weather or animal encounters? Not sure if you feel safe rolling solo? Freaked out about potential gear failures? Your instructor has seen it all, from hailstorms on the Colorado Trail to bear encounters on the Pacific Crest Trail to digestive distress in Tanzania—and she survived it all in order to share her tips and tricks. This hands-on workshop will be loads of fun and highly interactive - come ready to live, laugh, and learn!

Guides & Staff

Shawnte Salabert

Instructor

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm PDT
TBA

Workshop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, Super Chill - exercise your mind
Terrain Flat area (Lawn)
Recommended Gear Journal, Pen/Pencil, personal chair, waterbottles and snacks
Extras Bring your personal gear to test out

12:30pm PDT

Lunch

Saturday May 10, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Be sure to fuel up for the rest of your day! Grab lunch and relax before your afternoon activities! Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Saturday May 10, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

1:30pm PDT

Rest, Restore and Rise

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

You are a woman on the move - you give, nurture, please, strive, and achieve to name just a few. And yet you also may find yourself exhausted, frustrated, anxious, depleted and/or physically ailing. But what if there were a different way? A way to move through your world with intention, vitality, ease, confidence and pure joy? Rest, Restore & Rise is a workshop designed to show you how to do just that. Using the RRR curriculum as a framework, we’ll pull from tools such as journaling, sharing, breathwork, movement and more to better understand how you can let go of your old and depleting patterns and embrace a life full of energy, clarity, confidence and fun, a life you were meant to live.

Guides & Staff

Jill Rose

Workshop Leader, Jill Rose Coaching

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

Workshop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, Super Chill - exercise your mind
Terrain Lawn
Recommended Gear Journal, Yoga mat, Pen/Pencil

1:30pm PDT

Intro to Mountain Biking

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

Basecamp 3: Bachelor area

Maybe you are new to mountain biking and want to learn the proper technique to make your riding safer and more enjoyable. Or maybe you just want to brush up on your skills. We will go over the foundational skills and cover things like body positioning, braking, shifting, pedaling techniques, cornering, climbing, and descending. Great for beginner/intermediate riders or anyone who hasn't taken a skills clinic before.

PREREQUISITE - You must be comfortable riding a bike. This is not a learn how to bike class.

PROVIDED: Bike and bike helmet.

REQUIRED: Closed toe shoes. Sandals are not allowed. Water bottle and small pack to carry water and snakcs in. Gloves are recommended if you have them.

Guides & Staff

Tina Brubaker

Instructor, Grit Clinics

Tina "Earthquaker" Brubaker started racing cyclocross and mountain bikes in Portland, Oregon in 1994. Tina is a 'Jackie of All Trades' on a bike, with race experience that ranges from road and track, to cyclocross, cross country, and enduro. Her versatility on two wheels has made... Read More →

Partners

Grit Clinics

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Basecamp 3: Bachelor area

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, Strenuous - Plan to get sweaty and be challenged
Terrain Exposure and steep drop offs, Loose rock, switchbacks, Up and downhill hike with 250 elevation gain/loss, Lawn
Recommended Gear closed-toed shoes required, small backpack for water

1:30pm PDT

Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

Enjoy an introduction to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) through the heart of Bend’s historic Old Mill District. Mountain views and local wildlife will delight you, while also experiencing the urban energy that’s put Bend on the map.

TCKC’s expert guides will teach you strokes to make your paddling more efficient while telling you about the many fascinating historical, geological and current facts relevant to the area. Guides will also discuss the basics of reading water, river safety and stewardship.

PLEASE NOTE: Both Friday's SUP and Kayak classes take place at the same venue and on the same section of river, so we recommend choosing either a SUP or a kayak class.

PROVIDED: All paddling equipment (life jacket, paddle, SUP or kayak) are provided. Water shoes or sandals recommended. Shuttle to and from off site paddle location included.

Guides & Staff

Sue Fox

Guide, Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe

Partners

Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe

Saturday May 10, 2025 1:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Shuttle Stop

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, no prior experience necessary, Moderate - Be ready to put some effort in
Recommended Gear water shoes or sandals, dry clothes for after, towel

5:30pm PDT

Social Hour hosted by Stoller Wines

Saturday May 10, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Congrats on a day well done! Once you are done with your relaxing Sauna, join us at Hood Lawn for some wine tasting and dinner pairings.

Stoller Wine is family owned and Oregon based. The Stoller Wine Group has earned a reputation as one of Oregon's most dynamic wineries by thinking and acting differently than their peers.

Founded in 1993, their collection of family-owned brands includes Stoller Family Estate, Chehalem Winery, Chemistry, Stoller Swing, History, and Canned Oregon. They take pride in their B Corp, LIVE, and Salmon-Safe certifications, knowing that they back their values with actions when it comes to our commitment to their land, wines, and community. With every step forward, they are building a lasting impact on the wine industry and the world. Their dedication has led them to be perennially honored as one of Oregon's most admired companies by the Portland Business Journal and 10 Best Tasting Rooms by the USA Today Reader’s Choice.

Be sure to bring your sweet GCI Outdoor Chair and your Visit Central Oregon Hydro Flask Wine Tumbler that you received. Wines will be available for purchase if you fall in love with one that you can't live without.

Saturday May 10, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

ACTIVITY LEVEL all levels welcome, but give your body a break., Chill - Move your body, no prior experience necessary, Super Chill - exercise your mind

7:00pm PDT

Dinner

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Join us for the final dinner of our weekend and celebrate over a delicious meal.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Saturday May 10, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

8:00pm PDT

Campfire and S'mores

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT

Join us by the campfire, snack on some delicious S'mores, reflect on the day and enjoy our final night together.

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

7:30am PDT

Breakfast

Sunday May 11, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am PDT

Start the day off right with a nutritious and healthy breakfast. Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available.

We know you are going to extra tired by day 3, but please be on time to breakfast as our first class starts at 8:30.

Partners

Bleu Bite Catering

Sunday May 11, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am PDT
Basecamp 1: Bachelor Lawn

Community Activity

8:30am PDT

Final Group Activity!

Sunday May 11, 2025 8:30am - 1:00pm PDT

We will close the weekend by gathering together for one last time for our closing circle, our group photo, and a final activity!

Guides & Staff

Saveria Tilden (she/her)

Founder /CEO AdventurUs Women, AdventurUs Women

Sunday May 11, 2025 8:30am - 1:00pm PDT