Spring Enchantment
April 25, 2026
9am – 5pm
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
$150 – $275 sliding scale
Non-refundable deposit $50.00
(Scholarships available – please ask)
Reet Rannik Carías
“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.”
― W.B. Yeats
This Enchantment Day Walk is an invitation to slow down, open the senses, and reconnect with the felt experience of awe. Through mindful walking in a place of beauty and meaning, participants are guided to notice what evokes wonder, both vast and subtle, and to allow themselves to be moved by it.
Awe has the capacity to gently loosen our habitual self-focus. When attention shifts outward, to the rhythm of birdsong, the movement of water, the reach of tall trees, or the intricate patterns of leaves and fungi, we are reminded that we are part of something larger than ourselves. This experience can bring a sense of perspective, humility, and belonging, often accompanied by renewed inspiration and care for others and the world we inhabit.
Research in psychology and neuroscience suggests that experiences of awe and “soft fascination” support nervous system regulation, reduce stress, and foster emotional well-being. Time spent in environments that invite curiosity rather than effortful attention can calm the mind, lift mood, and nurture a sense of connection—both inwardly and outwardly. In this way, enchantment becomes not an escape, but a restorative practice that supports our inner ecology while deepening our relationship with the living world.
Held in the vitality of spring, this walk invites reflection on cycles of renewal and emergence. As buds open and landscapes shift toward abundance, participants are encouraged to explore questions such as: What is stirring in me right now? What is ready to blossom? Where do I find joy, beauty, and wholeness in the simple act of being alive?
In a time when the natural world is often treated as a resource rather than a relative, cultivating awe can become an act of care and devotion. This day walk offers space to rekindle wonder, reverence, and gratitude—allowing enchantment to inform how we move through the world and how we tend both the Earth and ourselves.
The day will unfold in a rhythm of circle, contemplative walking, and intentional solo time on the land, designed to support enchantment, awe and fascination. We will begin by co-creating an altar as a grounding practice, inviting reflection on the more than humans that inspire us to feel enchanted! We will close in story council, with witnessing and mirroring from the guide team to support meaning-making and the incorporation of insight into lived practice.
We acknowledge that the land upon which we offer this program is the unceded ancestral homeland of the Mishewal-Wappo people, who have continuously lived there for thousands of years. Their endurance and wisdom inspire us to continue our efforts to create an inclusive, life-sustaining society that is in balance with Mother Earth.
Contact Info
For more information, contact Reet (pronounced “Rhett) at: reetrannik@gmail.com