Programs

Research shows that time in nature can reduce stress, elevate mood, enhance cognitive function, improve sleep, boost immunity and promote healing and recovery in a multitude of ways. Nature-based therapy is a proven intervention for individuals who are recovering from addiction, depression, and trauma. In our fast-paced and complex world, resilience and personal growth can be found when we step away from everyday routines and challenges, pausing to reflect, take a breath and build authentic connections with the land and each other in a community of support. 

In partnership with organizations that share our focus, we will offer multi-day retreats for small groups of up to 15, at no cost to participants. With access to practitioners who have expertise in a variety of modalities, each retreat will be customized to best meet the unique needs of participants. Retreats will include lodging, meals, and a selection of therapeutic activities, such as: 

• Group and individual coaching/counseling

• Mindfulness and somatic workshops

• Nature therapy, hiking, wildlife photography and fly-fishing

• Indigenous healing practices such as sweat ceremonies

Programs will begin once the retreat center is complete. Stay tuned for more information.

When the retreat center is ready we will launch a series of educational workshops to introduce Bozeman and the surrounding communities to our approach to personal growth and wellness. These events will be open to the public, with fees on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility to those with the greatest need. Our current vision includes:

• Leadership development training

• Mindfulness workshops

• Nature-based therapy programs

• Yoga, meditation, and somatic healing events

• Sober retreats

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In the future we plan to offer two types of grants to mission-aligned nonprofits that are working to increase access to nature-based healing opportunities:

Retreat Grants for groups affiliated with aligned nonprofit organizations to cover the cost of travel and participation in nature-based healing retreats at Howlers Ridge. In addition to trauma-informed retreats, grants can also support nonprofit staff and practitioners in need of a pause to reground and prevent burnout.  

General Operating Grants to support program and administrative costs for nonprofits that offer nature-based healing opportunities. 

Stay tuned for more details on the launch of the grantmaking process. If you are a nonprofit organization interested in learning more about grant opportunities, please complete this form.