Christmas in July Girls Getaway
Ferguson Valley, Collie Region Western Australia - Fri 21st July 2023

Self-drive to Crooked Brook Forrest in the Ferguson Valley - approx 2 hours drive south from the Perth CBD (We will provide you with the address prior to departure).

1.30pm - Our Adventurous Women Host will be there to greet you and lead a guided stroll along the Forrest Path Loop, a hidden jewel that provides easy access to a lovely area of flora, fauna and natural bushland (approx 1km distance - suitable for all abilities). We anticipate that this walk with take an hour, with plenty of time to stop and read the interpretive signage, take pics, get to know one another, enjoy afternoon tea put on by your host and just wind down in nature.

After the walk you'll jump in your vehicles and proceed to our accommodation at Evedon Lakeside Retreat, where our Host will allocate the rooms/cabins.

**Option - For those with a very good level of fitness you may choose to walk the 10km Marri Loop at Crooked Brook Forrest instead of the Forrest Loop ... or as well as, (this would be self guided) then meet the rest of the group back at the accommodation in time for the Yoga Session at 5pm.

If you're unable to make the walk in the afternoon, that's completely fine, our host will meet you at the accommodation on your arrival.

3.00pm - Check into the accommodation and settle in.

4.30pm - Meet at your host's cabin for group intro's, before strolling over to the Yoga Space together, for your first Yoga Session

4.50pm - Settle into the Yoga Space and meet Local Yoga Guru, Gyani

5.00 to 6.00pm - Yin Restorative & Yoga Nidra to deeply reset & relax you for the weekend.

7.00pm – Woodfired Pizza (dietary requirements are catered for) at the onsite restaurant, then some free time to socialise or head back at your cabin, read a book or have an early night.

Meals: Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Breakfast supplies are provided in your cabin so you can enjoy at a time that suits you.

8.30am - Meet with your Adventurous Women Host at her cabin to arrange a carpool to Eaton, where she will accompany you on The Eaton Foreshore Walk, which is a gentle social walk for all abilities. This walk is an easy 5 kilometre circuit following the Collie Riverbank through attractive natural salt marsh vegetation. The southern side of the walk takes in bushland with paperbarks, peppermint trees and sheoaks and follows the flow of the river.

After the walk, your host will serve up a yummy morning tea and then it's off to the nearby Vinnies Store to have some shopping FUN! As tonight is Christmas in July, let your imagination run wild as you shop for an item of clothing to wear to dinner tonight. Maybe one item, maybe a whole outfit?

Perhaps just an accessory, or a prompt of some sorts .... anything that may contribute to the fun, frivolity and celebrations of the evening.

Once the shopping has been taken care of, it's back to Evedon Lakeside Retreat for lunch which is prepared by your Adventurous Women Host.

Afternoon is at your leisure to explore the retreat grounds, paddle a kayak on the lake (some kayaks supplied), take a look at the on-site gallery showcasing the work of local artists and artisans – including local artwork, handcrafted wood work, homemade soy candles and soaps, and hand illustrated cards and bookmarks of local birdlife. There are also marked walking trails on the property if you feel like walking some more (maps at reception) or if you really want to indulge, the restaurant serves up a delicious Devonshire Tea!! Perhaps you may just like to take a nap, read a book, do some craft or chill out and chat with a friend... this is time for you.

4.00pm to 5.00pm - Hatha yoga and a meditation with Gyani, to recharge and rejuvenate.

Freshen up, enjoy a little down time and get yourself organised for the evening festivities, before regrouping at the restaurant.

6.30pm - Christmas in July dinner will commence.

Meals: Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast supplies are provided in your apartment so you can enjoy at a time that suits you.

10.00am is check out time, so once you've all handed back your keys and checked out, meet your host on the lawn area just outside the restaurant and she'll have a chat to you about the optional guided hike within Wellington National Park available for those who are fit and wish to partake. After that it's time to say your goodbye's, as some will head straight home, others may induldge in a Devonshire Tea at the restaurant or head off elsewhere and those who wish to tackle the hike, will head off to Wellington National Park with our Adventurous Women Host.

Meals: Breakfast