Springtime Retreat for Self-Discovery & Well-Being
Emerging from the confines of winter and entering the warmth of springtime is a perfect opportunity to explore who you are, what you want, and a path to living your life with intention.
Soulshine Empowerment Coach, Judy ViaCava will offer you a better understanding of what’s been holding you back from living a more fulfilling life. You will receive tools to begin taking steps toward rediscovering your soul’s purpose, while you focus on self-care & well-being.
Join us for a weekend of fun, relaxation, self-care, and celebration. This is a perfect opportunity for women who are undergoing a life transition, such as surviving and illness, divorce, retirement, etc. In addition to the many relaxing amenities at River Mountain, we will have yoga, meditation, Reiki, group coaching discussions, crafts, and plenty of free time.
Thursday, April 16 - Sunday, April 19, 2026
All-Inclusive
4-Days, 3-Nights
EARLY BIRD RATES: BOOK BY FEB. 15, 2026 TO SAVE $100 PER PERSON
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $800, plus taxes and fees.
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your retreat!
Meet Your Host
JUDY VIACAVASOULSHINE EMPOWERMENT COACHJudy ViaCava received her life coaching certification in 2009, and then a second certification as a cancer coach after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women navigate challenging life transitions, and achieve peace, passion, and purpose.
Judy is the Director of Evolving Women, a 12-month coaching program for newly diagnosed women, as part of the Evolve Pink breast cancer resource organization, founded by breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Jennifer Montes. She provides workshops for breast cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
For more information about Judy or the organizations she supports:
https://soulshineempowermentcoach.com
www.thecancerjourney.com
www.evolvepink.org
Contact Judy at: judy@evolvepink.org, 267-566-3578
Judy ViaCava received her life coaching certification in 2009, and then a second certification as a cancer coach after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012. Since then, she has made it her mission to help other women navigate challenging life transitions, and achieve peace, passion, and purpose.
Judy is the Director of Evolving Women, a 12-month coaching program for newly diagnosed women, as part of the Evolve Pink breast cancer resource organization, founded by breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Jennifer Montes. She provides workshops for breast cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
For more information about Judy or the organizations she supports:
https://soulshineempowermentcoach.com
www.thecancerjourney.com
www.evolvepink.org
Contact Judy at: judy@evolvepink.org, 267-566-3578
Retreat Experiences
Daily Yoga Classes
Meditation & Mindfulness Exercises
Craft Projects & Discussions
Gentle Hiking
Community Meals
Craft Projects & Discussions
Evening Campfires & S'mores
Guaranteed Laughter
Cedar Hot Soaking Tubs
Time to Relax & Just Be
& More!
Wellness with Nature
Resting on 150 acres, River Mountain is bordered by Sweet Root Creek, Warrior Ridge and Tussey Mountain. River Mountain's stunning spaces are designed for reflection, mindfulness, and good vibrations on your self-care journey. Creekside yoga platforms, a restored barn turned wellness space, and the calm of nature make this the ideal destination for peace and wellness.
Located just a few hours from D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, in the mountains of Pennsylvania, River Mountain is remote yet easy to access.
History
Warrior Path
Running parallel to River Mountain's eastern ridge is Warriors Path, the great Iroquois Indian highway from Six Nations country, New York, to the Catawba country in the Carolinas. The historic path along Sweet Root Creek was one of the longest and most heavily traveled land routes in eastern North America, connecting Indigenous peoples over hundreds of miles.
The Underground Railroad
Black Valley was an active route along the Underground Railroad. Local histories principally credit four, free black residents with leading the aid network in this area: Rev. John Fidler, Elias Rouse, Joseph Crawley, and James Graham. Just to the south of the River Mountain property are 13 unmarked graves of enslaved people who died traveling the route to freedom.
Accommodations
Glamping Pods
Modern Design to Align with the Body's Circadian Rhythm
Standard Glamping Pod - Sleeps 1 Guest
Located in Cabin with Other Retreat Guests
Expansive Deck with Patio Seating
Top Pod Skylights to Fall Asleep to the Stars
Bedside Windows to Nature
Nestled Among Trees, Meadow + Creek
Mountain Views of Warrior Ridge
Thursday, April 16 - Sunday, April 19, 2026
Springtime Retreat for Self-Discovery & Well-Being
All-Inclusive
4-Days, 3-Nights
EARLY BIRD RATES: BOOK BY FEB. 15, 2026 TO SAVE $100 PER PERSON
All-Inclusive Glamping Pod for One Person - $800, plus taxes and fees.
25% Deposit to reserve today - remaining balance charged 30 days before your retreat!
Retreat Inclusions:
All Retreat Experiences
150 Acres of Nature
Accommodations
Daily Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Access to Hot Soaking Tubs
Campfire + S'mores
Daily Housekeeping
Fresh Linens, Towels, Blankets
Fiber Internet Wi-Fi
Check-In After 3PM
Check-Out By 11AM
Retreat Policies, Payments, Deposit, and Cancellations:
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON RETREATS. This is for the safety and wellness of the dog and other guests joining the retreat.
25% non-refundable deposit to reserve. The remaining balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to the retreat start date using the initial card on file used to make the reservation and deposit. If reserving within less than 30 days of retreat start date, the remaining balance is automatically charged within 48 hours after reservation is made.
Please note that because River Mountain retreats are limited to a small number of attendees, to allow for a more personable, intimate experience, our cancellation policy is in place to help guests, hosts, and us alike work together sharing expenses that may arise from unexpected cancellations.
• All deposits are non-refundable.
• Full balance is automatically charged 30 days prior to retreat start date, unless otherwise noted.
• Cancellation requests submitted 61 days or more before the retreat start date, 50% of the total is due.
• Within 60 days of your retreat: full balance due, sorry but no refunds given, no exceptions.
Please know that our cancellation policy is designed to mitigate damages and costs incurred to retreat hosts and River Mountain in order to maintain the retreat experience and affordability for other retreat guests. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury/illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits for failure to attend or failure to complete the retreat, or for arriving late or leaving early.
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