Women's Florida Adventure
February 15 - 22, 2025
Deadline to Register: November 8, 2024
Escape the lingering chill of Wilmington's winter with a rejuvenating 7-day multi-destination women's retreat! Immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of outdoor adventures and mindfulness practices, embarking on a transformative journey that features kayaking in handpicked scenic spots, personalized wellness coaching, and lavish accommodations in sunny Florida.
Meet the Leaders
Your Florida Retreat Team
Destinations
Homosassa Springs, FL
We'll enjoy a 2-night stay in a riverfront residence nestled at the intersection of the Halls and Homosassa Rivers. Boasting 75 feet of private waterfront property, you’ll wake up to serene open water views every morning. We will launch our kayaks from the private floating dock and explore tributaries and Homosassa Springs. When the sun sets, we can gather by the cozy riverfront fire pit. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor common areas for our mindful gatherings with Jen. The River House is an ideal spot to connect with nature and each other.
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Since February falls within the prime season for manatee sightings, you can anticipate encountering these gentle giants. Be sure to bring your snorkel gear! Your guide will identify extraordinary bird species that grace our kayaking adventures.
Summerland Key, Florida
The Florida Keys holds a special place in your kayak guide's heart, as it served as her stomping grounds for more than 5 years. During this time, she worked as a kayak guide, a natural history expert, a wildlife biologist, and an environmental specialist. For our upcoming adventure, we'll be spending 3 nights at a villa estate, where we've secured two homes. The main house is a unique, Southern-style home with plenty of space for everyone in our group—plus a private, heated outdoor pool where everyone can come together! There is a Tiki hut, with an outdoor bar, waterfall, and comfortable poolside seating, as well as a screened-in game room. This lovely home sprawls over a vibrant property, where we can sleep in the main house, or in "the Treehouse."
Cocoa Beach, Florida
We will have 2 nights in this newly renovated beachfront residence, which offers direct access to the gorgeous, white sandy beach. There is a short walk to downtown with quaint, locally owned & operated shops, restaurants and the Cocoa Beach Pier.
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Our house is a few blocks from our launch site, where we'll set out on a kayaking expedition into the Thousand Islands Conservation Area. Here, we'll venture through enchanting mangrove tunnels, keeping a keen eye out for native wildlife such as dolphins and manatees.
More About the Retreat
Reawaken your authentic self through this adventure for your mind, body, and spirit. This women's retreat across multiple destinations transcends the boundaries of a typical vacation to become a truly transformative experience.
Our intimate group, limited to only 6 women, will set out from Wilmington, North Carolina on the morning of February 15th.
We'll be traveling in a comfortable passenger van, towing our kayaks, and we'll return on the evening of February 22nd. Rest assured, each participant will have the luxury of their own bed in each of the destinations.
Once you've secured your spot, please note that refunds will only be issued if we are unable to fill the trip with six women by November 8, 2024. In such a case, you will receive a full refund.
What's Included
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Exquisite lodging
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Transportation
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Kayaks, life jackets, paddles and kayak guide
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Community connection & wellness activities each morning and evening led by coach Jen Carter
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At least one kayaking adventure in each of the three destinations (each kayak trip is optional)
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Personalized one-on-one coaching session with Jen Carter in the Florida Keys (optional)
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Breakfast and Lunch
What's Not Included
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Dinners- Enjoy self-prepared evening meals in our fully equipped destination home kitchens or dining out. We'll stock up on groceries after check-in, and on select evenings, we'll venture out for dinner. The choice is yours each time!
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Florida Keys Snorkel Trip to Looe Key We will reserve spots on a charter boat for those who want to snorkel in one of the best snorkel spots in the Keys! Visibility can reach 100 feet! Some may choose to relax at our expansive villa property in Summerland Key.
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Day Trip to Key West (optional)
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Travel Insurance (use this LINK for a free quote from Travel Guard)
Contact Kay Lynn with any Questions
Email ilmoutdooradventures@gmail.com or feel free to call or text Kay Lynn at 910-742-3199.
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Once registered and after the 6 spots have been filled, details through group emails will follow and allow open communication all the way up until we embark on this epic journey.