There are still spots available for female-identifying people to attend Hearty Roots “Interlude” gathering on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guided by the theme of “Connect and Nourish: What are we harvesting,", the retreat offers a chance to find whatever one’s spirit is needing during this time of seasonal transition. The abundance of the natural world will guide attendees’ experience at this event on the Hearty Roots campus in Bremen.

The day will be filled with connecting time; a guided hike through the splendor of an ancient hemlock forest laced with burbling streams, beaver ponds and dramatic rocky outcroppings that will include time for foraging; and an opportunity to let creative juices flow in two craft workshops. There will also be some solo time to reflect, take in the quiet and celebrate the gift of a peaceful day of inner and outer exploration.

Leading the retreat will be Erin Quinley, a Hearty Roots adventure mentor, and Corinne Eisenman, a leadership coach and wilderness instructor. Their trail smarts will ensure a fascinating and mindful time in the forest, and their open hearts will enrich the time spent in community. Participants should bring their lunch; along with tea and snacks, the retreat will include a closing supper around the campfire before people head back to their other worlds. For more information and to register, go to https://www.heartyroots.org/fall-interlude

Hearty Roots is a youth development organization that mindfully fuses social-emotional wellness with nature connection. The proactive, inclusive and out-of-the-box approach to youth programming allows kids to access the outdoors in all seasons so they can restore, rejuvenate and reset. To learn more about Hearty Roots, go to www.heartyroots.org