Upcoming Retreats:
Located in the beautiful Catskill Mountains on an organic farm, Turquoise Barn is the perfect place to relax, get
healthy, and LEARN! When not in the kitchen learning to prepare delicious healthy recipes, you can hike, bike, swim,
play with the chickens, stroll in the organic gardens or just relax by the pond in the Zen house or hammock and
listen to the peacefulness of the water. Speaking of water, we have fresh, amazing SPRING WATER throughout
the house & property to drink, shower in & and a large pond to swim in. After your time with us, you will leave feeling
renewed, refreshed and ready to conquer just about anything! You may even decide to extend your stay to explore the
many wonders this area has to offer. Please visit the attractions page of our website for more details about our
location.
Note: If you cannot make it to one of our scheduled events, you can also schedule a custom designed specialty
retreat for a group of friends or family at a time that would be convenient for you either at Turquoise Barn or at a
location of your choice. Turquoise Barn is also available for groups interested in using our facilities to host your own
private/group event or retreat. Click here for more info.
Space is limited for all classes. Discounts for early registration as well as payment plans, and partial
scholarships (see below) are available. Please contact us with any questions.
Rejuvenation Retreat: Food, Nature & Art - Wednesday June 8th – Sunday June 13th
Join us for 5 days of learning, gentle cleansing, & relaxation - an ideal way to welcome the summer. This Retreat is
designed for anyone wishing to rejuvenate and regenerate your mind, body & spirit in a comfortable, safe, and
supportive environment. Weekend will include beginning vegan, raw & living food preparation classes, drawing
classes, hiking, yoga, educational films & discussions and plenty of time to relax & explore the wonders of nature in the
Catskills right here in our own backyard. All meals are included and will be free from wheat, animal products
(dairy, eggs, meat), and sugar. Ingredients used will be fresh whole foods & juices, and organic. After our 5 days
together, you will feel refreshed, energized and REJUVENATED.......and....you will leave with the skills, motivation and
energy to begin creating a healthier lifestyle.
Turquoise Barn is an ideal setting to unwind, decompress, and get healthy. Hiking and biking trails, water, trees,
organic gardens are all available on the property or within walking distance to the farm. Please be sure to explore the
website for more pictures and info on the beauty of the Catskills. *Massage, private yoga, herbal & private dietary
consultations will be available for an extra fee with advanced notification.
Cost of Investment in your Health:
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the B&B 5 days 4 nights $995 (shared room & bathroom)
$1395 (private room w/private bathroom)
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the Hostel - $750
Classes Meals & Camping w/use of hostel facilities - $660
* Meals include Wednesday Lunch & Dinner, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Sunday
Breakfast
Food served will be a combination of raw & cooked vegan organic, whole foods & juices designed for cleansing &
rejuvenating.
Check in Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – Check out Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Register and pay in full before April 8th and receive a 5% discount.
Payment Plans available.
*Prices do not include taxes & surcharges - they will be calculated upon paying.
*Please note: all activities are optional – you may choose to participate in our activities or schedule an herbal
consultation, massage, private yoga session. You may also choose to join in for meals only and simply spend time
alone relaxing, meditating, hiking, playing with the chickens, exploring or taking a snooze in the hammock.
**We will have periodic yoga classes scheduled throughout the retreat – schedule will be posted daily.
Basic Schedule:
Wednesday 11-1 Welcome – Introductions
1-2 –Lunch
2-3 Walk, tour of property & area
3-6 Settle in - Free time
6-7 Dinner
7:30-8:30 film
Thursday-Saturday
8:45-9:00 Morning Meditation
9:00-10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:30 Basic Raw Food prep class, transitioning to a healthy diet class, or outdoor drawing class
1-2 Lunch
2-3 Q&A, Discussions, or Film
3-6 Outdoor Drawing Class
6-7 Dinner
7-8:30 Q&A, Discussions, films
Sunday
8:45-9:00 Morning Meditation
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10-11 Closing, Checkout
*Note: All scheduled activities are optional. This is not an intensive learning retreat but an opportunity to experience
and explore at your own pace and comfort level.
**Schedule may be subject to change.
Intensive Raw & Living Food Weekend Learning Retreat - Thursday July 14th – Sunday July 17th
Come and join us on the farm for an education vacation! This intensive AND fun learning retreat is ideal for anyone
interested in learning new ways of preparing healthy and nutritious foods for healing, maintaining your ideal body
weight, transitioning your diet, or for all the foodies out there who just want to experience a delightful culinary
experience. In this soup to nuts course you will learn beginning & intermediate food preparation as well as
the what, whys, & hows of a raw food lifestyle. All foods prepared will be organic whole foods free from gluten,
animal products (dairy, meat, eggs), and sugar so if you have allergies or food sensitivities these classes will be great
for you.
Here’s a list of just some of the topics we will be covering:
Hands-on learning (and eating) of a variety of raw and living food goodies including: Smoothies, soups, salads,
sauces, dressing, desserts (pies, puddings, parfaits, cookies), nut mylks, cheezes, crackers, snacks, and a variety of
ethnic and conventional entrée’s including pizza, lasagna, tacos, and nori rolls.
• What the **** is raw food anyway?
• Why should I incorporate more into my diet?
• How do I incorporate more healthy, whole foods into my diet?
• How to set up your kitchen and stock your pantry
• Meal and menu planning
• Time saving & traveling tips
• Where and how to purchase ingredients
• What about protein, vitamins, minerals, calories, B-12? Free software program to help you track all of the above.
• The how’s and why’s of Sprouting, Soaking, & Fermenting
• The what, how’s & why’s of Food Combing, mono eating, veganism, fruitarian, natural hygiene, detoxing, and
fasting.
• How to stay motivated and inspired
For those of you who have never visited us, Turquoise Barn is located in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of NY. We
have fresh amazing SPRING WATER throughout the house & property to drink, shower in & and a large pond to swim
in. When not in the kitchen learning, you can hike, bike, swim, play with the chickens, stroll in the gardens or just relax
by the pond in the Zen house and listen to the peacefulness of the water. You may even decide to extend your stay to
explore the many wonders this area has to offer. Please visit the attractions page of our website for more details on
our location.
Cost Investment in your Health:
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the B&B 4 days 3 nights $1095 (shared room & bathroom)
$1395 (private room w/private bathroom)
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the Hostel - $855
Classes Meals & Camping w/use of hostel facilities - $795
Classes Only (will include most meals) - $750
Check in Thursday 3:00 p.m. Check out Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Register and pay in full before May 1st and receive a 5% discount.
Payment Plans available.
*Please Note: Space in the Carriage House is very limited and will be rented out on a first come first serve basis.
A 35% security deposit is required to hold all reservations. Full payment,
is due 14 days prior to your arrival. If your arrival date is less than 14 days the
full amount will be due at the time of the reservation.
Scholarships
Our scholarships are based on financial need and motivation of individuals. It is our belief that each individual can
impact positive change in the world by becoming aware of what we are eating, where it comes from, and the impact that
this has on our individual health as well as the health of our planet. We also believe that everyone deserves an
opportunity to learn how to live & eat healthy. Therefore, we are offering one work-exchange scholarship for both
retreats to qualifying individuals. Please only apply for the scholarship if you are experiencing a financial
hardship and would not otherwise be able to participate. We also offer payment plans,
Please for full details.
PAYMENT: Paypal or credit card via paypal, check or money order.
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations received prior to 14 days receive a full refund. After 14 days 75% refund less $25 processing
fee. 7 days 50% less $25 refund. Less than 7 days no refund.
Please contact us with any questions
Located in the beautiful Catskill Mountains on an organic farm, Turquoise Barn is the perfect place to relax, get
healthy, and LEARN! When not in the kitchen learning to prepare delicious healthy recipes, you can hike, bike, swim,
play with the chickens, stroll in the organic gardens or just relax by the pond in the Zen house or hammock and
listen to the peacefulness of the water. Speaking of water, we have fresh, amazing SPRING WATER throughout
the house & property to drink, shower in & and a large pond to swim in. After your time with us, you will leave feeling
renewed, refreshed and ready to conquer just about anything! You may even decide to extend your stay to explore the
many wonders this area has to offer. Please visit the attractions page of our website for more details about our
location.
Note: If you cannot make it to one of our scheduled events, you can also schedule a custom designed specialty
retreat for a group of friends or family at a time that would be convenient for you either at Turquoise Barn or at a
location of your choice. Turquoise Barn is also available for groups interested in using our facilities to host your own
private/group event or retreat. Click here for more info.
Space is limited for all classes. Discounts for early registration as well as payment plans, and partial
scholarships (see below) are available. Please contact us with any questions.
Rejuvenation Retreat: Food, Nature & Art - Wednesday June 8th – Sunday June 13th
Join us for 5 days of learning, gentle cleansing, & relaxation - an ideal way to welcome the summer. This Retreat is
designed for anyone wishing to rejuvenate and regenerate your mind, body & spirit in a comfortable, safe, and
supportive environment. Weekend will include beginning vegan, raw & living food preparation classes, drawing
classes, hiking, yoga, educational films & discussions and plenty of time to relax & explore the wonders of nature in the
Catskills right here in our own backyard. All meals are included and will be free from wheat, animal products
(dairy, eggs, meat), and sugar. Ingredients used will be fresh whole foods & juices, and organic. After our 5 days
together, you will feel refreshed, energized and REJUVENATED.......and....you will leave with the skills, motivation and
energy to begin creating a healthier lifestyle.
Turquoise Barn is an ideal setting to unwind, decompress, and get healthy. Hiking and biking trails, water, trees,
organic gardens are all available on the property or within walking distance to the farm. Please be sure to explore the
website for more pictures and info on the beauty of the Catskills. *Massage, private yoga, herbal & private dietary
consultations will be available for an extra fee with advanced notification.
Cost of Investment in your Health:
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the B&B 5 days 4 nights $995 (shared room & bathroom)
$1395 (private room w/private bathroom)
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the Hostel - $750
Classes Meals & Camping w/use of hostel facilities - $660
* Meals include Wednesday Lunch & Dinner, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Sunday
Breakfast
Food served will be a combination of raw & cooked vegan organic, whole foods & juices designed for cleansing &
rejuvenating.
Check in Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – Check out Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Register and pay in full before April 8th and receive a 5% discount.
Payment Plans available.
*Prices do not include taxes & surcharges - they will be calculated upon paying.
*Please note: all activities are optional – you may choose to participate in our activities or schedule an herbal
consultation, massage, private yoga session. You may also choose to join in for meals only and simply spend time
alone relaxing, meditating, hiking, playing with the chickens, exploring or taking a snooze in the hammock.
**We will have periodic yoga classes scheduled throughout the retreat – schedule will be posted daily.
Basic Schedule:
Wednesday 11-1 Welcome – Introductions
1-2 –Lunch
2-3 Walk, tour of property & area
3-6 Settle in - Free time
6-7 Dinner
7:30-8:30 film
Thursday-Saturday
8:45-9:00 Morning Meditation
9:00-10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:30 Basic Raw Food prep class, transitioning to a healthy diet class, or outdoor drawing class
1-2 Lunch
2-3 Q&A, Discussions, or Film
3-6 Outdoor Drawing Class
6-7 Dinner
7-8:30 Q&A, Discussions, films
Sunday
8:45-9:00 Morning Meditation
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10-11 Closing, Checkout
*Note: All scheduled activities are optional. This is not an intensive learning retreat but an opportunity to experience
and explore at your own pace and comfort level.
**Schedule may be subject to change.
Intensive Raw & Living Food Weekend Learning Retreat - Thursday July 14th – Sunday July 17th
Come and join us on the farm for an education vacation! This intensive AND fun learning retreat is ideal for anyone
interested in learning new ways of preparing healthy and nutritious foods for healing, maintaining your ideal body
weight, transitioning your diet, or for all the foodies out there who just want to experience a delightful culinary
experience. In this soup to nuts course you will learn beginning & intermediate food preparation as well as
the what, whys, & hows of a raw food lifestyle. All foods prepared will be organic whole foods free from gluten,
animal products (dairy, meat, eggs), and sugar so if you have allergies or food sensitivities these classes will be great
for you.
Here’s a list of just some of the topics we will be covering:
Hands-on learning (and eating) of a variety of raw and living food goodies including: Smoothies, soups, salads,
sauces, dressing, desserts (pies, puddings, parfaits, cookies), nut mylks, cheezes, crackers, snacks, and a variety of
ethnic and conventional entrée’s including pizza, lasagna, tacos, and nori rolls.
• What the **** is raw food anyway?
• Why should I incorporate more into my diet?
• How do I incorporate more healthy, whole foods into my diet?
• How to set up your kitchen and stock your pantry
• Meal and menu planning
• Time saving & traveling tips
• Where and how to purchase ingredients
• What about protein, vitamins, minerals, calories, B-12? Free software program to help you track all of the above.
• The how’s and why’s of Sprouting, Soaking, & Fermenting
• The what, how’s & why’s of Food Combing, mono eating, veganism, fruitarian, natural hygiene, detoxing, and
fasting.
• How to stay motivated and inspired
For those of you who have never visited us, Turquoise Barn is located in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of NY. We
have fresh amazing SPRING WATER throughout the house & property to drink, shower in & and a large pond to swim
in. When not in the kitchen learning, you can hike, bike, swim, play with the chickens, stroll in the gardens or just relax
by the pond in the Zen house and listen to the peacefulness of the water. You may even decide to extend your stay to
explore the many wonders this area has to offer. Please visit the attractions page of our website for more details on
our location.
Cost Investment in your Health:
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the B&B 4 days 3 nights $1095 (shared room & bathroom)
$1395 (private room w/private bathroom)
Classes, Meals & Accommodations in the Hostel - $855
Classes Meals & Camping w/use of hostel facilities - $795
Classes Only (will include most meals) - $750
Check in Thursday 3:00 p.m. Check out Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Register and pay in full before May 1st and receive a 5% discount.
Payment Plans available.
*Please Note: Space in the Carriage House is very limited and will be rented out on a first come first serve basis.
A 35% security deposit is required to hold all reservations. Full payment,
is due 14 days prior to your arrival. If your arrival date is less than 14 days the
full amount will be due at the time of the reservation.
Scholarships
Our scholarships are based on financial need and motivation of individuals. It is our belief that each individual can
impact positive change in the world by becoming aware of what we are eating, where it comes from, and the impact that
this has on our individual health as well as the health of our planet. We also believe that everyone deserves an
opportunity to learn how to live & eat healthy. Therefore, we are offering one work-exchange scholarship for both
retreats to qualifying individuals. Please only apply for the scholarship if you are experiencing a financial
hardship and would not otherwise be able to participate. We also offer payment plans,
Please for full details.
PAYMENT: Paypal or credit card via paypal, check or money order.
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations received prior to 14 days receive a full refund. After 14 days 75% refund less $25 processing
fee. 7 days 50% less $25 refund. Less than 7 days no refund.
Please contact us with any questions
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