Adventure Retreats
Empowering Women Affected by Breast Cancer
Traditionally we have held three adventure retreat weekends per year, one in the fall, one in the winter and one in the spring/summer. All of our retreats offer outdoor challenges and adventures, expressive and healing arts activities, quiet periods to rest, as well as opportunities to connect, share and reflect on your breast cancer journey with other survivors/thrivers. Past retreats have included activities such as snowshoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, rock climbing, high ropes courses, Nordic walking, yoga, tai chi, qigong, meditation, guided imagery, journaling, painting, quilting, pottery and more.
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30th Anniversary Adventure Weekend Retreat
Our summer retreats are modeled after the original “Adventure Weekend” that Betty J. Borry founded in 1995. This summer retreat will celebrate 30 years of support, sisterhood and outdoor adventures! The weekend will be filled with challenging adventure activities, such as water sports (kayaking, paddleboarding and canoeing), ropes courses and/or climbing walls, team building activities, expressive arts and more! Betty’s legacy will be honored as we will harness the healing power of nature to commemorate 30 years of helping women transform from surviving to thriving.
Winter Adventure Retreat 2025
Our winter retreats focus on the theme of “new beginnings and nature’s renewal”. For the past 20 years, we have been hosting our retreat weekends in the beautiful Crawford Notch area in heart of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Our winter retreat typically involves the choice of a hike up to the summit of Mt. Willard or an easier more level walk/snowshoe around Ammonoosuc Lake, a healing activity or yoga, and an expressive art project. As with all of our retreats, we find hope and healing through our adventures in nature.
Winter Adventure Retreat
Join us March 1st-3rd at the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Highland Center in the beautiful Crawford Notch area in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire for a weekend of winter adventure activities.
Cost is $400 and includes lodging, meals/snacks and activities throughout the weekend.
This is a popular retreat and spots fill quickly so register ASAP!
“When I arrived, it was all about me and all my loss and anger. When I left, it was about us. I came away feeling stronger. The women made me strong.”
— Rose
More About Adventure Retreats
Our adventure programs are designed specifically for women with breast cancer who want to take on new challenges and explore the healing power of nature. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just starting out, our programs offer a variety of activities to suit your interests and skill level.
Our experienced guides will work with you to build your skills, ensure your safety, and create a supportive environment for all participants. You'll have the opportunity to connect and bond with other breast cancer survivors while challenging yourself physically and mentally.
In addition to the physical and emotional benefits of participating in outdoor activities, research has shown that exercise and outdoor time can also have positive effects on breast cancer survivors' long-term health outcomes.
So why not join us for an adventure of a lifetime?