PROGRAM
Each participant will have free electronic tests for skin health parameters (Full Individualized Report of Finding Optional, at a later time, cost involved (too much time needed).
Food Provided:
1. Foraged food from Nature - the entire retreat
2. If the above isn't enough for you: Enjoy freshly-picked nutrient-dense vegetables from local gardens (not necessarily from River Haven)
3. Still hungry? We'll get additional foods from Ecopolitan Community.
4. Want more? You'll be able to sample the amazing product of River Haven's Green Bakery - America's First & Only 100% Dedicated Gluten-Free, Soy-free, Corn-Free, Egg-Free, nut-free, peanut-free, Junk-Free, Hypoallergenic Line of Delicious, satisfying Breads, pizza crusts, pancake mixes, and more.
Price Includes ALL THE ABOVE:
- First Adult in a Family Unit: $445
- Second Adult in a Legal Family Unit: $395
- Children 16 and under: $295
- Bring a friend and get a $40 discount
What is Eco-Foraging? We define eco-foraging as the process of searching for edible plants growing wild in Nature (not planted by humans) and then eating them! This process involves living and wandering in natural surroundings for 4 days, forming friendships and communal awareness, re-discovering our intimate contact with our natural resources, and learning to trust that nature will always provide; everything we really need is already here surrounding us!
Can Foraging Provide Sufficient Food and Water? We can never guarantee the caloric intake of each individual forager. Since our foraging camps are short (4 days), there is never any risk of starvation. We will always find sufficient edible leaves, flowers, seeds, roots, bulbs, bark, or fruit to sustain us even on restricted calories. Furthermore, the food is so nutritious (the highest density of nutrients per calorie ingested) that we can do extremely well on smaller quantities if necessary. River Haven will provide unlimited purified (reverse osmosis) drinking water, which Dr. T will re-mineralize with Trace Mineral Drops and/or with “Hydrate” from Ecopolitan Community.
What Are the Benefits of Eco-Foraging? Besides the satisfying challenge; the deeper understanding of the human condition; the camaraderie with an introduction to like-minded people; the learning of new skills; and the gaining of "survival" knowledge while experiencing plentiful Nature, we also benefit from the complete avoidance of toxic foods and from the extremely high nutrient density and variety (unheard of in agriculture) of health-enhancing plant foods. And, of course, let's not forget about the pleasure of a whole new world of numerous fresh flavors derived from plants previously disregarded as mere "weeds."
What Else is on the Premises of River Haven? River Haven has 325 acres of rolling hills and forests, a very long (1.5 miles) riverfront acreage perfect for tubing (1.5 hours within the property), 15 miles of State Park-like scenic trails, and a sandbar perfect for sunbathing. It includes a large 3-story monolithic, geodesic dome with infrared sauna, meeting/living areas, and shower/toilet facilities that are available to foraging participants. Dr. T's treehouse serves as a meeting area as well. The nearby university town of Menomonie is only 8 miles away, with an organic co-op, theaters, and other entertainment.
How do I join?
Directions - River Haven, N9562 County Rd G, Colfax, WI 54730 (from Hwy 94, go 8 miles north of Menomonee on Hwy 25, turn right onto County Rd G, then after 0.6 mile turn left onto the first dirt road).
All proceeds from this foraging retreat support the rehabilitation of earthquake-devastated Nepal (additional donations to our 501(c)(3 ) welcome).
Included Amenities: Amenities include campgrounds (for tents or RVs), purified RO water, an infrared sauna, kitchen access, showers/toilets, and other dome facilities. Please bring a tent; at the very least bring a sleeping bag and/or sheets (if you don’t wish to camp outside, you can sleep in the dome’s lower level, on the sofas or the floors). Also included are campfire activities, river tubing (weather permitting), foraging activities, nature trail walks, as well as health, nutrition, & sustainability discussions with Dr. T and the activities and supplemental food listed above.
Not-included Amenities: If you wish to have your own private room with a queen-size bed in the dome’s second floor, there is a $35/night fee per room (first come, first served). For families, it’s possible to add a floor mattress to the room.
What Should We Bring? Basic camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sheets/blankets, flashlight), appropriate clothing, shoes suitable for getting wet, bathing suit (for tubing in the river), musical instruments, a refillable water container (preferably glass or non-leaching metal), and small reusable bags (for those who like to "hoard" foraged food), and a good explorative attitude!
Testimony from the Eco-Foraging of 2018
"From the moment we stepped foot onto Ecopolitan soil, we could sense we were in a very special place. It was refreshing to experience such beautiful lush landscape just as nature intended it to be. I enjoyed immensely learning everything about what we should be eating and how we should be caring for our bodies, as well as how best to care for and interact with nature as presented in the most precise and scientific manner from Dr. T. His vast training and knowledge is mind boggling and evident right from the start. A sure highlight was the amazing Green Bakery where we delighted in the most delicious healthy breads ever to be made! The ATV ride along the trails was also an exhilarating and beautiful excursion. It was a challenge at times overcoming our food addictions but well worth the experience. I have gained so much priceless information to take home with me and start implementing into daily life. And, no review would be complete without also mentioning how wonderful it is to gather with like minded individuals who also share in the quest for an individual and collective betterment of our world and society. Thank you Dr. T for lovingly sharing your passions for Natural Functional Medicine, healthy living, and helping the children of Nepal with all of us! It was an experience never to be forgotten!"
- Lisa Stuart
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