Where Earthwork Meets Self-Care
Courtesy of Waxwing Ecoworks
Waxwing EcoWorks Co., led by Elyse Jurgen, invites the community to a hands-on Land Restoration Retreat on March 28 and 29, 2026, at the Amethyst Retreat Center, in Duncannon. This unique workshop blends ecological stewardship with personal wellness, guiding participants to restore broken land-based ecosystems while deepening connection to their own internal balance.
Attendees can choose from a single-day workshop, two days of sessions or an overnight retreat, engaging in activities such as mindful movement, meditation, qigong and practical land restoration techniques. Participants will gain confidence in healing local ecosystems while exploring the connections between ecology, spirituality and self-care.
This retreat offers a rare opportunity to cultivate skills in both environmental care and personal well-being, fostering a deeper awareness of the interplay between land and body.
Cost: One-day $195; two-day with commute $365; two-day with camping $445; two-day with overnight stay $495. Location: 44 Buffalo Creek Rd., Duncannon. To register, visit AmethystRetreatCenter.org/land-restoration-retreat. To learn more about this and other Waxwing ecological services and events, visit WaxwingEcoWorks.com.





