Wild women retreat

Panthertown

may 2026

an empowering weekend to gather as women and thrive in nature

What this trip is all about

  • Building confidence in your ability to thrive in the natural world so you can return to the day to day with more radiance and trust.

  • Take time away from the hustle and reset your nervous system with the best bio-hacking tool: nature.

  • Push your own boundaries and build resilience so you can grow physically and mentally.

  • Connect with like-minded women in nature to feel what true femininity actually is.

  • Make space for play in a way that day-to-day life doesn’t have room for.

  • Remember your power and integrate it into your everyday life.

Our mission is to see women empowered in their bodies, hearts, and minds by developing wilderness skills, building lasting connections, and getting the best system-reset in nature.

The wilderness has been pioneered by men for far too long— it’s time for women to take up space in the wild.

Join us for an incredible weekend of connection, remembrance and skill development.

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What to expect

hike through the lush appalachian wilderness

Leather-bound journal making workshop

yoga, tea & meditation by a waterfall

mountain top views

cycle syncing workshop under the stars

Once we arrive in the mountains, all planned activities are optional and available to you at your leisure. If you would like time on your own, you are welcome to do so.

Itinerary

  • Meet at EarthFare in West Ashley, we will do a quick gear check & begin the 5-hour drive to Panthertown.

    If you are traveling from outside of Charleston, your meet up plan will be discussed beforehand with our guides.

  • Once we arrive to the trailhead, we will prepare our bodies with light stretching and begin our 3 mile hike.

    We will set up camp, gather wood, and settle into our weekend home. We will enjoy a fire and an optional activity planned by one of our talented guides.

  • Our morning will consist of a delicious breakfast, yoga & tea meditation to prepare us for the day.

    You will have some down time after yoga and before our afternoon activity.

    Please plan to bring your own lunch and snack supplies.

  • After lunch and some down time, we will do a strenuous hike up the mountain.

    We suggest bringing a smaller day pack for water, snacks, binoculars, and any other day hike supplies.

    After the hike, we will make dinner and enjoy an evening around the campfire.

  • We will enjoy our final morning with breakfast and a morning activity created by one of our amazing guides.

    After which, we will break down camp and begin our hike out.

    Then drive back to Charleston, SC glowing with the wild still on our skin.

$160 Investment

This includes:

  • Breakfast on Saturday & Sunday Morning

  • Dinner on Friday & Saturday Night

  • Gas & Transportation

  • First Aid & Emergency Supplies

  • Journal Making

  • Tea Meditation

  • Cycle Syncing Workshop

Not included:

  • Breakfast Friday Morning

  • Lunch / Snacks for Entire Trip

  • Dinner Sunday Night

  • Gear Rentals/Purchases

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meet your guides

phoebe crouse

Phoebe's mission lies at the intersection of the natural world and feminine embodiment. Captivated by the mountains of Western North Carolina as a child, she later attended the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in the Rocky Mountains.

Carving the connection between optimal health and natural living, she forged her philosophy on how to feel radiant as a modern woman. Phoebe is a Feminine Vitality Expert, a fitness instructor, a videographer, and above all, an advocate for celebrating women and the wisdom of female physiology.

Hanna Livengood

Hanna is an Herbalist, Wilderness Guide, and Liminal Creatrix. She envisions a world where the wild is an integrated part of society & culture - where humanity sees itself as part of nature, opposed to separate from it. Hanna bridges the gap between sacred & profane, inspiring us to explore the edges where these tow concepts meet.

A wilderness guide, Hanna has passionately supported people in reconnecting to nature throughout the Carolinas for 8 years and continues her mission of helping people to meet the wild within and around them.

Jess morris

Jess feels the most like herself when she’s covered in a bit of dirt and has been existing in the wilderness for a few days. She longs to show women how much our inner radiance comes from our inherent connection with the earth. Backpacking has undoubtedly changed Jess’s life; it has made her more resilient, cultivated inner peace, and given her empowering survival skills.

Embodying a balance between sacred and silly, Jess has a background in wilderness and adventure therapy guiding, kayak guiding, and is currently a massage therapist, reiki practitioner, and poetry circle space holder. 

Your questions, answered

  • Panthertown, NC

    • Depart from EarthFare in West Ashley 8 AM Friday 5/29

    • Return to EarthFare in West Ashley 8 PM Sunday 5/31

    Cars can be left in the parking over the weekend or you can catch a taxi to EarthFare. Carpooling is encouraged.

    We will drive together to the trailhead in Panthertown, NC.

  • You must be able to carry a bag that is up to 50 pounds on your back for 6 plus hours at a time.

    The hike is about 3 miles to the campsite and a 3 mile return. We will stop for breaks as need a long the way.

    While the hike it’self is not overly strenuous, please consider your own physical abilities.

    • We are providing 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners. 

    • You are responsible for bringing 3 lunches (for the drive up, our full day onsite, and the drive home). We will take breaks during the drive, but please do not rely on stops for food.

    • You are expected to carry your trash! Please review the Leave No Trace principles.

  • One of our seasoned guides will be supporting you with allocating gear.

    We will be there to answer any questions and assist you in renting, borrowing, or purchasing gear.

    Please note that even with our support, gear acquisition is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

    Items that you may need for this trip include: 20 Liter+ Backpack, tent/hammock, and sleeping bag.

    You will receive a full gear list once your place is confirmed. Some gear can be shared and your Guides will help to coordinate.