This Is My Second Rodeo
A Wilding Women’s Retreat in Colorado
Ride again, this time, your way
A 4-day women’s retreat for those ready to slow down, reconnect, and step into what’s next.
Lost Wonder Hut
Above Salida, CO
June 27-June 30, 2026
Early Bird Pricing: $1500 through April 10.
Full: $1650 Starting April 11-June 20.
2 Partial scholarships Available
What You’ll Receive
Time in the Mountains
“The mountains and nature aren’t just places; they are mirrors. “
Whether you’ve spent time outside or rarely get a chance to slow down in nature, this retreat will give you the space to wander, slow down, reconnect with the wild, and maybe the wildness within you. Fresh air, wide open spaces, and quiet moments in the Colorado high country will help you settle, reflect, and let the next chapter of your life, creation, or idea emerge.
What’s included:
Structured and unstructured wandering in the Sawatch Mountain range.
Optional high elevation hikes to alpine lakes (5-6 miles), broken up into sections.
Experiential/Creative exercises.
Body-Based Practices
"Movement is memory, and your body remembers everything."
Gentle somatic practices, yoga, and breathwork will help you come back into your body, release tension, and notice what’s present. These practices are optional, adaptable, and designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re new to movement or an experienced practitioner.
Included:
Daily guided yoga and breathwork sessions
Somatic exercises to reconnect with your body
Practices to help regulate your nervous system and ground your experience
Meaningful Connection
"You are not alone — and here, you will be seen."
Gathering with a small, intentional circle of women creates the container for deep, honest, and playful connection. You’ll share stories, laughter, and fireside conversations, discovering how much it feels like coming home when you’re with women who get it.
Included:
Small group discussions and fireside conversations
Shared meals prepared by our professional female chef
Opportunities to reflect, share, and integrate your experience
This Retreat Might Be Calling You If….
You’re in a season of transition-loss, change, or something shifting
• you’re moving through a breakup or grief
• you feel burned out or disconnected from yourself
• you’re craving time in nature
• you want a real, grounded connection with other women
• you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause
• you feel something in you ready for what’s next
• you’re open to trying something different
We’ll spend time exploring your relationship with the natural world -not just as a place to visit, but something you’re in a relationship with.
What supports you here?
What do you notice?
What might the land be reflecting back?
There will be space to listen, to slow down, and to honor what you find in simple, quiet ways.
NATURE AS SOURCE…
THE Experience…
The Second Rodeo Retreat is a chance to slow down, step into your body, and reconnect with what matters. Every part of the retreat from the circle to the trails, from reflection to evening rituals, is designed to help you notice, feel, and move in ways that bring you back to yourself.
This retreat is about slowing down and letting the days unfold simply.
Gathering
Wandering
Nourishment
Integration
Ritual
We’ll close our time together with a simple ritual to honor the land, the time we shared, and the paths we’re each stepping back into.
The Setting
We’ll gather at Lost Wonder Hut, tucked into the Colorado mountains, 10k ft above Salida, CO.
Lost Wonder Hut: A Rustic Mountain Experience
Female-owned hut with a rich history of the people who have stewarded this land. Lost Wonder Hut sits at 10,000 feet in the Sawatch Range of Colorado, surrounded by alpine meadows, wide mountain views, and expansive wilderness.
Please note: * This is not a lavish retreat. This is a Rustic Mountain Experience
Instead, it is an immersive experience in the natural world.
The hut serves as a place for us to gather, share meals, sleep, and take shelter if the weather rolls in, but the mountains themselves are the true container for our time together.
Participants should expect:
• Shared sleeping spaces in the hut
• No indoor showers
• An outdoor toilet system
• Limited electricity
• Mountain weather that can shift quickly
This simplicity is part of the retreat experience, inviting us to slow down and reconnect with the natural world. For those who enjoy sleeping closer to the land, camping is also available in a nearby meadow within walking distance of the hut. Please note the price of the retreat is the same regardless of whether you choose to camp, sleep indoors, or create a hybrid sleeping arrangement.
THE FOOD
"Caring for our bodies through food is an act of love, nourishing ourselves with what fuels, heals, and energizes, so we can live fully and with intention."
To make the most of this experience, you’ll need the right fuel, and that’s why we’ve curated a delicious and nourishing menu just for you. The Wilding Women’s approach is focused on eating clean without sacrificing flavor or enjoyment. We believe in striking the perfect balance.
Our female chef uses fresh, local ingredients to craft meals that are as vibrant as they are wholesome, packed with foods that will leave you feeling energized and amazing. The menu will be tailored to all your dietary needs.
Creating a Thoughtful Container
This retreat is held in a thoughtfully facilitated space led by two licensed psychotherapists.
While we are therapists, this retreat is not group therapy.
Our approach is simple: safety and trust come first. From there, meaningful connection and reflection can unfold naturally.
To help support a grounded group experience, we include a few touchpoints before and after the retreat.
Application + Intro Call
All participants complete a short application. After reviewing it, we’ll schedule a brief 15-minute Zoom call to connect and make sure the retreat feels like a good fit for everyone.
Two Pre-Retreat Group Calls
Before we gather in the mountains, we’ll meet twice as a group to get to know one another, review logistics, and answer any questions.
Post-Retreat Integration Call
About 2–3 weeks after the retreat, we’ll gather again for an optional integration call to reflect on the experience and support bringing insights back into everyday life.
A Note About the Location
The Colorado Trail and Continental Divide Trail pass near Lost Wonder Hut, which means through-hikers may occasionally travel through the area.
While we will do our best to create a contained and intentional retreat space, the hut exists within an active wilderness corridor. Most participants find this to be part of the beauty of the location, a reminder that we are sharing the landscape with others who are also traveling through wild places.
Logistics & Safety
This retreat takes place in a remote mountain setting at 10,000 feet.
Participants will hike 2.5 miles to the hut and spend several days immersed in the Colorado backcountry.
To help you prepare, we’ve gathered important details about elevation, travel, physical considerations, and what to expect during the retreat.
Meet Your Facilitators
This retreat is guided by Nicole Jefferson and Kifferie Corley, licensed therapists who share a deep love for gathering women in wild places.
Our work blends somatic practices, gentle movement, and thoughtful group facilitation, creating spaces where women can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and spend meaningful time in nature.
We first met in 2021 at a nature therapy training in the hills of Lyons, Colorado, and the connection was immediate. Two years later, we co-facilitated our first Wilding Women’s Retreat in Paonia, Colorado.
Since then, we’ve continued bringing women together in wild places for reflection, movement, and connection. This will be the fifth retreat we’ve facilitated together, and we feel deeply grateful to continue sharing this work.
Nicole Jefferson, LPC
Founder of Wilding Therapy & big lover of Wild places.
Kifferie Corley LPC, MFT
There’s something special that happens when women gather in wild places, and we’re honored to help hold that space.
Retreat Investment
Full Retreat Cost:** $1,650
Early Registration
(March 10 – April 10):** $1,500
Supported Rate:** $1,350
We offer two partial scholarships for participants who qualify and need financial assistance.
Payment plans will be available. Full payment must be received by June 1, 2026. We will work with you to find a plan that suits your financial needs.
To secure your spot for the retreat, a non-refundable deposit of $250 is required.
To help reduce processing fees for our small women-owned business, we encourage payments through Zelle, Venmo, or PayPal.
Because this retreat is intentionally small, we ask all interested participants to complete a short application before registering. This helps us ensure the retreat is a good fit for everyone involved and supports the kind of thoughtful, respectful group environment we hope to create.
Once your application is received, we will follow up to schedule a brief 15-minute Zoom conversation to connect and answer any initial questions. If you have attended a Wilding Retreat, no Zoom call will be required.
If accepted, you will receive registration details and payment options to secure your spot.
Please note: 8 spots are available and are first come first serve. A wait list will be available. We encourage those 21 and up to attend this retreat.
Apply for the Retreat
Scholarship Opportunities
We believe meaningful experiences in nature should be accessible to a wide range of women.
For this retreat, we are offering two partial scholarships for participants who are experiencing financial limitations but feel strongly called to attend.
Scholarship rate: $1350
If you would like to be considered, please indicate this on your application and share a brief note about your current circumstances. Scholarships will be offered based on need and alignment with the retreat.
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The hike to the hut is about 2.5 miles on a jeep road at a comfortable pace. Optional hikes in the surrounding mountains may reach 5–6 miles at higher elevations. A baseline level of fitness is recommended if you choose to participate, but resting at the hut is always welcome.
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The hut sits at 10,000 feet, so we strongly recommend arriving 1–2 days early in Salida or Buena Vista to acclimate. We will also provide electrolytes that we encourage participants to drink continuously before the retreat begins.
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Participants may sleep in shared bunk spaces in the hut or choose to camp in a nearby meadow.
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All meals, snacks, and drinking water will be provided by our private chef during the retreat.
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The Colorado Trail and Continental Divide Trail pass nearby, so occasional through-hikers may pass through the area.
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We’ll schedule a 15-minute introductory call to connect, answer questions, and make sure the retreat feels like a good fit.
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Item descriptA non-refundable $500 deposit is required to secure your spot in the retreat.
If you need to cancel before May 26, 2026, your refund will be the amount you paid minus the $500 deposit. This applies to scholarship, early bird, and full-pay registrations.
Cancellations made after May 26, 2026 are non-refundable.
A full description of the payment process, retreat rules, and expectations will be provided in your application and sign-up documents once your application is approved.
We encourage reviewing all materials carefully to ensure this retreat is a good fit for you and your intentions.ion
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There is a designated parking area for the hut, and we encourage carpooling if possible. Directions are available on Lost wonder’s website.
Nicole, Kifferie and Jesse, the hut owner, will meet you at the parking lot, help coordinate the transport of your gear, and make sure you have everything you need for your stay.
From there, we’ll hike approximately 2.5 miles on a jeep road to reach the hut at a comfortable pace.
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A complete packing list will be provided after your application is approved, but here are some basics to plan for backcountry living:
Hiking boots or trail shoes
Warm layers (fleece, wool, or synthetic)
Rain jacket or shell
Wool or synthetic socks
Sun hat and sunscreen
Personal items to make your stay comfortable (journal, water bottle, toiletries, etc.)
This retreat is rustic and immersive, so think comfort, practicality, and being prepared for mountain weather. Anything that helps you feel grounded, cozy, and ready to connect with the land is encouraged.
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No horses, but the title of the retreat has horse energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Ride Again?
If something in you feels drawn to this experience, we’d love to hear from you.
This retreat is for women and femme folks ready to:
Slow down, disconnect from the outer world, and reconnect with themselves
Explore a deeper sense of self and what’s emerging
Spend time in the wilderness as a container for reflection, movement, and connection
Gather with other thoughtful, courageous women who are stepping into their next chapter
Not your first rodeo. Maybe this time, you ride a little more in your own way.
Still interested?
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