New Year, New Wellness plan

Start the year with intention, creativity, and care. Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to nurture both your space and your spirit. Together, we’ll build terrariums, engage in breath work, explore herbal oils, and practice simple wellness techniques that you can carry into your daily life.

Location: Highland Park Conservatory Greenhouse

📅 Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 2.5 hours
✨ Focus: Terrarium building, herbal oils, and everyday wellness practices
💵 Cost: $95 per person

January

Conversation with a Therapist + Beeswax Candle Rolling 🕯️

Step into a calming experience designed to nurture your mind and spirit. Begin with a short grounding exercise to center yourself, followed by a guided conversation with a licensed therapist about personal growth, wellness, and reflection. Then, roll your own beeswax candle — a hands-on, repetitive, meditative process — to symbolize the “light of your truth.” Close with a gratitude practice, leaving with a beautiful candle and renewed clarity for the year ahead.

📍 Location: STEM Rochester Store

📅 Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 1.5 hours
💵 Cost: $55 per person
✨ Focus: Conversation with a therapist, grounding, gratitude, and beeswax candle rolling

Men's Healing Circle: Sound & Strength

A rare, judgment-free gathering for men to release, reflect, and recharge. The session begins with a grounding exercise paired with breathwork and guided sound healing led by a practitioner, followed by group dialogue exploring manhood, community, and personal wellness. Close with a gratitude circle to honor the experience and intentions set during the session.

📍 Location: STEM Rochester Store
📅 Date: Saturday, February 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 1.5 hours
💵 Cost: $55 per person
✨ Focus: Sound healing, breathwork, guided dialogue, grounding, gratitude, and a hands-on nature-based activity

February

🌱 March - Sled out of winter

Experience the joy of winter with an exciting, family-friendly outdoor adventure! Join us at Highland Park for sledding, laughter, and hands-on fun in the snow. This event is perfect for families, youth, and community groups looking to enjoy the outdoors, engage in recreational activities, and share memorable experiences together.

Come ready to play, explore, and make the most of the winter season. Participants will leave with happy memories, a sense of connection, and a reminder that winter is a season for fun, movement, and togetherness.

📍 Location: Highland Park (sledding hills)
📅 Date: Friday, March 27, 2026 (weather permitting)
⏰ Time: 3pm-5pm
💵 Cost: $25 per person
✨ Focus: Outdoor fun, connection, and winter wellness

March

🌞 May - Camp Sunshine outdoor Fun: Mini Golf + Adventure

Step into spring with a day of play, adventure, and connection at our Camp Sunshine Outdoor Fun event! Designed for families and youth of all ages, this 2.5-hour experience blends lighthearted competition, teamwork, and moments of reflection in the beauty of the outdoors.

📍 Location: Camp sunshine, 809 5 Points Rd, Rush, NY 14543

📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM (2.5 hours)
💵 Cost: $100 per person
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Audience: Family + youth-friendly

May

☀️ June - Summer of exploration & reconnection

🌌 Stargazing, Bonfire & Storytelling Night

Step into the magic of a summer evening under the stars. Gather around the bonfire at Durand Eastman Park for a night of stargazing, stories, and community connection. Together we’ll explore the night sky’s beauty and share cultural stories that remind us of the wonder, wisdom, and traditions tied to the stars. This family-friendly evening blends nature, culture, and community in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

📍 Location: Durand Eastman Park (partner venue)
📅 Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 pm
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Audience: Families & adults
💵 Cost: Free to all
✨ Focus: Night sky wonder + cultural storytelling

🎣 Intro to Fishing: Learn to Fish Day

Discover the art of fishing and the joy of slowing down with nature. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to fishing basics, from casting a line to understanding patience and respect for the water. Led by experienced guides, families, youth, and teens will gain both skills and memories as they spend time outdoors, building confidence and connection with the natural world.

📍 Location: [Venue – Sodus spot or location Jared recommends]
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Audience: Teens, families, youth orgs
💵 Cost: $100 per person
✨ Focus: Outdoor skill-building + patience in nature

Adult Day Camp Series

Summer isn’t just for kids! Step back into the joy of camp with our Adult Day Camp Series at Camp Whitman. Over four days, participants will immerse themselves in a mix of play, adventure, and wellness — from swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding to crafts, campfires, and lighthearted competitions.

📍 Location: Camp Whitman
📅 Sessions: June 11–14, 2026 & June 25–28, 2026 (Thurs–Sun)
⏰ Time: Multi-day, overnight (small group, max 25 per session)
👤 Audience: Adults seeking wellness + play
💵 Cost: $1300 per person per session
✨ Focus: Swimming, ropes course, crafts, nature immersion, and fun

June

☀️ July - Summer of exploration & reconnection

Adult Day Camp Series

Summer isn’t just for kids! Step back into the joy of camp with our Adult Day Camp Series at Camp Whitman. Over four days, participants will immerse themselves in a mix of play, adventure, and wellness — from swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding to crafts, campfires, and lighthearted competitions.

📍 Location: Camp Whitman
📅 Sessions: June 11–14, 2026 & June 25–28, 2026 (Thurs–Sun)
⏰ Time: Multi-day, overnight (small group, max 25 per session)
👤 Audience: Adults seeking wellness + play
💵 Cost: $1300 per person per session
✨ Focus: Swimming, ropes course, crafts, nature immersion, and fun

July

Educators' Respite Retreat

Escape to nature at our Educators' Respite Retreat to recharge, reconnect with nature, and rejuvenate your teaching spirit!

📍 Location: Camp Whitman on Seneca Lake
📅 Dates: Friday, July 31 – Sunday, August 2, 2026
👥 Audience: Educators & school staff
💵 Cost: $50 per person
✨ Focus: Rest, rejuvenation, and professional careSee Educators' Respite Retreat page for more details!

🚣‍♂️ Kayaking on the Finger Lakes + Wine Tasting

Spend a summer day embracing the best of the Finger Lakes — kayaking on the water and wine tasting by the vineyard. This experience invites adults and community partners to connect with nature, enjoy the calm of paddling, and celebrate the region’s culture through local wine.

📍 Location: Finger Lakes region (Finger Lakes Museum or partner vineyard)
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM (sunset option preferred)
👥 Audience: Adults & community partners
💵 Cost: [Insert if applicable]
✨ Focus: Outdoor adventure + vineyard connection

August

🎧 September- Silent Disco in Nature

Dance under the open sky at our Silent Disco in Nature! With wireless headphones, participants can choose from curated music channels while moving freely in a beautiful outdoor setting. This unique experience combines the joy of music, the energy of community, and the grounding presence of nature.

📍 Location: Camp Smile, Highland Park, or Ellison Park
📅 Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
👥 Audience: Youth + adults
💵 Cost: $75 per person
✨ Focus: Movement, community, music in nature

September

🕯️ Candle-Making + Riverie Boat Ride + Wine Tasting

📍 Location: Center for History & Nature (CHN) / Genesee River
📅 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
👥 Audience: Adults, couples, groups
💵 Cost: $175 per person
✨ Focus: Creativity, relaxation, and community

Description:
Celebrate autumn with a day of creativity and relaxation along the Genesee River. Begin by crafting your own hand-poured candle — a keepsake that brings warmth and intention into your home. Next, step aboard the Riverie Boat Ride to experience the beauty of Rochester’s waterways during the fall season. Finally, unwind with a wine tasting, enjoying good company, conversation, and connection.

This event blends hands-on creativity, seasonal scenery, and community gathering for a truly memorable fall afternoon. Perfect for adults, couples, and groups seeking a unique autumn experience.

🍷📸 Nature Photography + Wine & Charcuterie Tasting

Description:
Capture the vibrant colors of fall at our Nature Photography Workshop & Wine Tasting. Guided by a professional photographer, participants will learn tips and techniques for photographing autumn’s peak foliage, with time to explore and practice in a scenic natural setting.

📍 Location: [Venue TBD – vineyard or scenic fall location]
📅 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM-2:30pm (20 mins sessions per photos; welcome to stay to enjoy the space, wine, and new network)
👥 Audience: Adults, creatives, nature-lovers
💵 Cost: $250 per 20 mins session
✨ Focus: Nature photography with a professional photographer + wine/charcuterie tasting

October

🌹 Sacred Union: A Couples Ritual Journey

Step into a space of intimacy and reconnection with Sacred Union: A Couples Ritual Journey. Over 3–3.5 hours, couples will engage in guided rituals, mindfulness practices, and shared experiences designed to deepen connection, nurture healing, and honor shared energy.

📍 Location: [Venue TBD – intimate or scenic location]
📅 Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (3–3.5 hour flow)
👥 Audience: Couples
💵 Cost: $175 per couple
✨ Focus: Connection, healing, and shared energy

November

🌲🥾 Last Day Hike 🌲🥾

Close out the year with intention and connection on our Last Day Hike at Washington Grove. This community-centered event invites you to step into nature, reflect on the past year, and honor your personal growth

📍 Location: Washington Grove, Rochester, NY
📅 Date: Thursday, December 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
💵 Cost: Free to all
✨ Focus: Reflection, closure, and ritual for the year

December