On Campus Program

Kripalu Outdoors Nature Connection, Hiking, and Yoga

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EXPLORE OUR BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS

The woods, fields, and streams of Berkshire County have long been heralded for their enchanting beauty and ability to refresh the mind, body, and spirit. 

Join Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership faculty for a mindful outdoor retreat in which you are invited to slow down, enjoy meditative hikes outdoors, and develop an intimate relationship with trees, stones, the great elements, and our friends in the more-than-human world. Let yourself be guided on soothing forest therapy walks among majestic Eastern Hemlock and White Pine trees. Relax into nature meditations next to peaceful lakes and gently flowing streams. Practice yoga and awaken your senses to the magic and wonder of summer in the Berkshire hills.

Log off the world wide web and log onto “the wood wide web” as you:

  • Participate in our unique Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Experience methodology.
  • Explore mindfulness as a doorway to deeper connection with the natural world.
  • Relax into the present moment, meditate, and experience time with the earth. 
  • Connect with community who share an interest in nature and mindfulness.

Return home with simple tools for continuing your practice of nature connection and mindfulness. 

NOTE This is not a vigorous hiking program, and most sessions will be outdoors. Please plan to dress in layers, bring a hat, waterproof shell, sturdy hiking shoes, and a day pack with a water bottle and journal.

Additional information about what to bring. 


KRIPALU SIGNATURE
This program—developed and led by our own faculty with the Kripalu methodology in mind—is offered exclusively at Kripalu.


Included in Your Stay

Daily Yoga Classes3 All-Natural MealsAccess to the Kripalu Grounds

Program at a Glance

Yoga Experience
None
Suitable For
Practitioner
Program Theme
Nature and the Outdoors
Schedule

Presenter(s)

December 27–29, 2024
March 28–30, 2025

Katie Hagel, RYT-500, is a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and Kripalu Yoga teacher.

Full Bio and Programs
December 27–29, 2024
May 5–9, 2025

Ami Jean Aubin is a naturalist, certified wildlife tracker, and Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide.

Full Bio and Programs
March 28–30, 2025

Evelyn Gonzalez, Kripalu Legacy Faculty, has been on the yogic path for more than 20 years and continues to gather wisdom and skill from inspired teachers, including Erich Schiffmann.

Full Bio and Programs
May 5–9, 2025

Jon Orsini is a certified breathwork and mindful outdoor guide, a meditation instructor, and an archery instructor on the faculty at Kripalu.

Full Bio and Programs

SCHOLARHIPS AVAILABLE (December 27–29)
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are proud to offer scholarships for select programs. To see eligibility requirements and available programs, please complete this form.


PRESENTER(S): Katie Hagel and Ami Jean Aubin

Date: December 27–29, 2024

Tuition: $299.00 per person + accommodations

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PRESENTER(S): Evelyn Gonzalez and Katie Hagel

Date: March 28–30, 2025

Tuition: $325.00 per person + accommodations

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PRESENTER(S): Ami Jean Aubin and Jon Orsini

Date: May 5–9, 2025

Tuition: $419.00 per person + accommodations

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