Inner Sanctuary: A 5-Day Retreat for Quiet Reflection and Resilience
Maile Wicklander
June 24-28, 2026
“I felt the need for a great pilgrimage, so I sat still for 3 days.”
- Kabir
Step away from the pressures of everyday life to reconnect with your higher, divine self through mindful movement, guided meditations, and reflective journaling.
Over 5 days/4 nights—one of which is spent entirely in silence—you’ll deepen your inner resources and cultivate resilience, learning to meet life’s stressors with clarity and compassion.
Rooted in Buddhist psychology and yogic philosophy, this retreat provides a quiet sanctuary free from phone distractions and the usual tourist bustle, allowing for profound self-discovery and the remembrance of your innate wisdom.
Daily Guided Meditations
Daily Discussions & Journaling (Journal included)
Daily Yoga/Mindful Movement
Daily Walking Meditations
3 meals per day with an emphasis on Ayurvedic, seasonal and local cuisine
Peace and Privacy
Use of on-site Sauna
One day spent in sacred silence
(Optional) Phone/Device renunciation
This retreat will be held at the beautiful Wild Rice Retreat Center in Bayfield, WI. on Lake Superior.
From Chicago, this is a 7.5 hour drive or take a direct flight to Duluth and drive 1 hour + 45 min to the retreat center.
Car-pooling can be arranged.
Accommodations & Pricing:
Single Occupancy, 1 Queen Bed, $2800
Double Occupancy (Shared), 2 twin Beds, $1800/per person
Final Payments Due by 5/25/26.