Nature Inspired: Fall Wellness Retreat (3-day and 4-day options!)

For Adults 18+

Looking for some time to rest, rejuvenate, and step away from your busy schedule? Fortune Lake invites you to do exactly that at our Nature Inspired Wellness Retreat set for September 10th-13th, 2026. This retreat has both 2-night and 3-night options, meaning participants can choose to attend Friday through Sunday or Thursday through Sunday for an extended retreat experience. Fortune Lake is thrilled to once again partner with Pam Roose of Inspiring Roots, LLC to bring you this year’s program.

Pam will explore the theme The Peace Connection with the group, inspired by the peaceful surroundings at Fortune Lake. Our schedule will provide opportunities to learn about the importance of digestive wellness and the health of our gut microbiome. Together we’ll delve into nutrition, learn about the benefits of incorporating fermented foods into our diet, practice healthy movement, and explore how to fuel our bodies through stress. We will also lean into The Peace Connection by grounding ourselves in the beautiful nature surrounding Fortune Lake and centering peace in our devotions and discussions. Other highlights will include yoga sessions, optional massages, delicious food, crafting, nature hikes, swimming and kayaking, hot saunas, and more! 

Our adult retreats feature a “choose your own adventure” model, meaning that participants are encouraged to attend sessions that resonate with them and enjoy the amenities of Fortune Lake when that’s what they need from their retreat experience. The schedule from the 2025 retreat has been included below to provide a look at the flow of the retreat. Though we have some new surprises in store for this year, our schedule will look very similar to this one.

Questions about the retreat should be directed to our Guest Services Coordinator, Charlotte, by emailing hospitality@fortunelake.org or calling the camp office at (906)214-2267.

Participants are encouraged to bring active clothing, a yoga mat if they have one, a swimsuit and towel for sauna/swimming, and some other supplies that will be outlined over email prior to the event.

Schedule:  Check-in Thursday 6:00 pm CT; retreat will conclude Sunday 11 am CT. A more detailed schedule will be provided prior to arrival.

Considering the extra day but unsure if it’s for you? 

Participants of the 4-day experience will enjoy additional instruction from Pam based around the theme, an off-site hike, and additional workshop about energetic awareness and connecting to nature, and more time to enjoy the beauty of Fortune Lake. This option also provides more time to explore items that will be offered all weekend long such as time on the waterfront, delicious meals, yoga, massage, and more.

Meals*: An evening snack will be provided Thursday evening; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Friday and Saturday, breakfast on Sunday.  

*Please notify us at least one week in advance about any food allergies, and include details on your registration/health form.

To bring: Comfortable weather-appropriate active clothing and footwear, a yoga mat (if available), swimsuit, towel, personal toiletries, flashlight, and bedding if necessary. A detailed packing list will be included in pre-retreat communications.

Lodging & Pricing

Choose between Emanuel or Grace retreat lodges, a duplex cabin, or the commuter rate. All onsite lodging options are shared. Participants who do not designate a roommate request will be assigned a roommate by the camp office. If cost is a concern, we encourage you to reach out to our office to discuss scholarship options. Fortune Lake welcomes all people to this retreat, regardless of financial barriers. 

Emanuel Lodge 

Emanuel Lodge is our “hotel-style” lodge with 6 guest rooms. Each room has an internal and external exit, two queen beds, a futon, and a private toilet, private shower room, and in-room sink. Emanuel Lodge has one ADA accessible room that has two twin beds, one queen bed, a futon, and includes a larger bathroom with an accessible shower. Linens are included. 

Grace Lodge

Grace Lodge is our “motel-style” lodge with 8 guest rooms. Each room has an external exit. Rooms are connected in pairs of two by a shared bathroom that contains the shower and toilet and locks internally. Each room is equipped with two twin beds and a sink area. Grace Lodge has one ADA accessible room that features a larger layout and bathroom with an accessible shower. Grace rooms sleep 2 people each. Linens are included. 

Duplex Cabins

Our duplex cabins each feature two cabins connected by a shared common room. Each side has five twin bunk beds with one queen-sized lower bunk as well as a bathroom with two toilet stalls, two sinks, and a shower area. Duplex Common Rooms feature a living room setup and a full kitchenette.

Please note that single occupancy lodging is not available for this retreat as it greatly limits the number of participants we can welcome. Those who consider single occupancy lodging a “must” are encouraged to register using the commuter rate and seek lodging locally.

Full retreat registration payment will be charged when you register.  Cancellation requests received by the posted registration deadline will be refunded minus a $25 administrative charge. Registration fees are non-refundable after the registration deadline of August 28, 2026. Fortune Lake welcomes all participants!  If cost is a concern, please feel free to contact our main office to discuss scholarships.

Registration

Registration fees are non-refundable after the registration deadline of August 28, 2026. Cancellation requests received by the posted registration deadline will be refunded minus a $25 administrative charge.