LOST CANYON: MEN’S ADVENTURE RETREAT
DATES: SEPTEMBER 9 - 17
TRAIL: LITTLE FIVE LAKES + BLACK ROCK PASS + LOST CANYON + SAWTOOTH PASS
LOCATION: SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, California
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AN AWESOME AND CHALLENGING MULTI-DAY CAMPING TRIP THROUGH ALPINE FORESTS AND HIGH ALTITUDE LAKES. THE DESTINATION IS A SECLUDED, TRANSFORMATIVE “LOST” CANYON WHERE WE’LL PRACTICE HIGH QUALITY YOGA, BREATHWORK, AND MEDITATION.
THE LAND & SEASON
Words fall short of evoking the beauty of the Sequoia National Park in September. The high altitude trail will feature hot days and cool nights, forests, marshes, rocky ascents, alpine lakes, and, at our elevation, the last wildflower blooms.
DESTINATION: THE LOST CANYON FOR 2-DAYS OF FORMAL PRACTICE
TRAIL STRUCTURE AND LENGTH: LOOP, 32 MILES
PEAK ELEVATION: ~12,000 FEET
KEY FEATURES: BLACK ROCK PASS, LITTLE FIVE LAKES, THE LOST CANYON, SAWTOOTH PASS, AND COLUMBINE LAKE
INIRLY
GUIDES
Niraj is a lifelong naturalist. From Boy Scouts to Mt. Everest, Niraj has been immersed in nature his whole life. As an experienced adventure and trekking lead, he has guided treks in the United States, Asia, and South America.
During the Inirly Men’s Meditation Retreat Niraj will assume leadership over all backpacking and camping activities. He will instruct the “re-wilding” experience, educate us on the landscape’s geological and ecological features, and lead the group along the trail, day and night.
NIRAJ VORA
TREKKING LEAD
EBEN OROZ
YOGA PRACTICES LEAD
Eben is a senior yoga, breathwork, and meditation instructor who has led 30+ national and international retreats. As a committed yogi and mental health counselor, he is well-versed in both the mental and physical aspects of wellbeing.
During the Inirly Men’s Meditation Retreat Eben will assume leadership over all yoga, breathwork, and meditation activities. He will also guide the therapeutic dialogues and activities.
THE GOAL IS A GENUINE ENLIGHTENING EXPERIENCE.
TREK ITINERARY
DAY 1: MEET AT THREE RIVERS CAMPGROUND, OPENING DINNER.
DAY 2: TIMBER GAP TRAILHEAD TO CLIFF CREEK. 8 MILE DAY. Peak elevation: 9,500 feet.
DAY 3: BLACK ROCK PASS TO LITTLE FIVE LAKES. 5 MILE DAY. Peak elevation: 11,665 feet.
DAY 4: INTRO YOGA DAY AT LITTLE FIVE LAKES.
DAY 5: LITTLE FIVE LAKES TO LOST CANYON. 5 MILE DAY. Peak elevation: 10,440 feet.
DAY 6: FORMAL YOGA DAY IN LOST CANYON.
DAY 7: FORMAL YOGA DAY IN LOST CANYON.
DAY 8: PEAK ELEVATION AT SAWTOOTH PASS, DESCENT TO COLUMBINE LAKE. 8 MILE DAY. Low point: 8,340 feet.
DAY 9: EXIT TRAIL, PIZZA LUNCH, DEPART.
THE YOGA
YOGA, BREATHWORK, AND MEDITATION ARE EPIC, ANCIENT TRADITIONS OF SELF-MASTERY, EXISTENTIAL UNDERSTANDING, AND LIFE OPTIMIZATION… AND AT INIRLY, WE THINK WE DO IT ESPECIALLY WELL.
THERE ARE THREE DAYS OF INIRLY YOGA DURING THE 8 DAY TREK.
YOGA DAY 1: EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS ON MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, POSTURES, AND CORE YOGIC PHILOSOPHIES.
YOGA DAY 2: A FULL MORNING OF EXTENDED MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, AND POSTURE SESSIONS. AFTERNOON AND EVENING MEDITATION AND CHANTING SESSIONS.
YOGA DAY 3: A FULL MORNING OF EXTENDED MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, AND POSTURE SESSIONS. AFTERNOON MEDITATION AND CHANTING SESSIONS. CLOSING CEREMONY.
THE GEAR YOU NEED
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Hiking boots
HEADLAMP
60-70 L Backpack
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Hiking poles
WATER BOTTLE
clothing for warm and cool temps
* IF YOU NEED TO RENT GEAR
* IF YOU NEED TO RENT GEAR
WE CAN rent A BACKPACK, SLEEPING BAG, SLEEPING PAD, AND TREKKING POLES on your behalf. PRICES WILL BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.
A FULL GEAR LIST INCLUDING SUGGESTED CLOTHING, TOILETRIES, AND YOGA EQUIPMENT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON REGISTRATION.
WE WILL PROVIDE THE PERMITS, TENTS, FOOD & COOKING EQUIPMENT, WATER PURIFIERS, AND CAMP LIGHTING.
THE LOST CANYON IS WAITING
TOTAL COST $700
PRICES INCLUDE
- WELCOME GIFT + PACKAGE
- PARK AND HIKING PERMITS
- ALL FOOD AND MEALS
- TENTS, CAMP LIGHTING, BEAR CANISTERS, WATER PURIFIERS
PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE
- TRANSPORTATION TO THREE RIVERS CAMPGROUND
- PERSONAL YOGA AND CAMPING GEAR
$300 deposit SAVES YOUR SPOT OR PAY IN FULL
Deposits are nonrefundable
Payment plans are available and determined individually
DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A STRENUOUS HIKE AND WILL DEMAND A CERTAIN MINIMUM LEVEL OF FITNESS. IF THERE ARE CONCERNS PLEASE CONTACT US TO SET UP A CONSULTATION.
REGARDING CAMPING, TREKKING, HIKING: NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY.
REGARDING THE YOGA, BREATHWORK, AND MEDITATION: NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY.