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Recharge your spirit with Back to Earth Retreat’s mindful hikes and meditation in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Balance adventure with peace amid breathtaking wilderness.
Recharge your spirit with Back to Earth Retreat’s mindful hikes and meditation in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Balance adventure with peace amid breathtaking wilderness.
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Operated by SUP YO · Gorham, New Hampshire
Back to Earth Retreat offers a unique blend of adventure and mindfulness in New Hampshire's rugged White Mountain wilderness, a landscape renowned for its steep peaks, dense forests, and pristine rivers. Situated near the town of Seabrook, this retreat invites visitors to disconnect from digital distractions and reconnect with nature’s rhythms through guided hikes and meditation sessions. The White Mountains themselves are marked by ancient granite formations, abundant spruce-fir forests, and vibrant fall foliage that transforms the landscape each season. Known for the Presidential Range and iconic peaks like Mount Washington, this region also holds deep cultural significance with historic trails originally used by Native American tribes and early settlers. This retreat revolves around small groups gathering in a cozy mountain hut that offers shelter and warmth after invigorating hikes. The back-to-basics lodging encourages camaraderie and reflection, creating a community feel rarely found in typical outdoor adventures. What sets Back to Earth apart is its deliberate balance of physical challenge and inner calm, appealing to those seeking both an active and restorative weekend. Each day’s hike is carefully paced to highlight panoramic overlooks, mossy streams, and the chance to spot local wildlife such as white-tailed deer and gray jays. Meditation and mindfulness exercises complement the hiking, helped by the stillness of the forest and the absence of urban noise. Whether arriving from nearby Portsmouth, NH, or further afield, visitors find this retreat an ideal gateway to experience the White Mountains’ multifaceted beauty. Sustainability is embraced here, with Leave No Trace principles woven into every aspect of the experience to minimize environmental impact and protect this cherished landscape for future guests.
No, the retreat welcomes hikers with moderate experience comfortable on uneven terrain.
Yes, hearty communal meals are included, focusing on nourishing and local ingredients.
Groups typically range between 8 and 15 participants to foster connection while maintaining a personal experience.
Participants are expected to bring personal hiking gear; specifics will be provided upon booking.
Pets are not permitted to maintain group safety and focus on mindfulness.
Cancellation details vary by booking date, but typically a full refund is available up to 14 days before the retreat start.
SUP YO is a Seabrook, New Hampshire–based paddle sports provider offering stand up paddleboard yoga classes and guided paddle experiences along the New Hampshire coast and in nearby Massachusetts. The business runs 75-minute SUP Yoga sessions — including Rise & Shine and Sunset SUP Yoga — that blend traditional yoga with stand up paddleboarding to build balance, core strength, and focused breathing while practicing on the water. Rise & Shine SUP Yoga classes are limited to just 10 participants to maintain an intimate, focused setting. SUP YO also offers 60-minute Sunset Paddles and seasonal Full Moon Paddles (June through September). Sunset Paddles include provided stand-up paddleboards and beginner instruction, and guests are invited to bring snacks and drinks on board. Full Moon Paddles use Torch paddles for evening illumination and encourage glow accessories for a unique nighttime experience. Combo packages pair a 75-minute SUP Yoga class with a 60-minute sunset or Boston Harbor paddle, with all required equipment supplied for combo bookings. Outside Seabrook, SUP YO operates Boston Harbor paddles departing near Fort Point Pier and a one-hour Kids Paddleboarding Lesson in North Chelmsford, MA that teaches paddling techniques, equipment care, and includes games and swimming in a rain-or-shine format. Sessions are designed for all skill levels and include beginner instruction where noted, with small class sizes and clear session formats to make paddleboarding and SUP Yoga accessible and enjoyable for coastal visitors and local paddlers.
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