Rooted Retreat
A two-day virtual retreat for women seeking community connection,
a deeper relationship with the natural world and a return to simple, joyful practices.
In a time when so many of us feel disconnected,
the Rooted Retreat helps you remember that you can be rooted anywhere.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY - April 18/19, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm EST
What You'll Leave With...
By the end of Rooted Retreat, you will have:
One nature practice to calm your nervous system
One simple way to begin working with plants
One rhythm you can experiment with in daily life
One connection practice to strengthen community
Small practices. Real life. Immediate application.
Rooted Retreat is a two-day virtual gathering for women who feel
drawn to a slower, more grounded way of living.
When a woman feels rooted, everyone around her benefits...
her family, her friendships, and the spaces she helps create.
In a time when many of us feel disconnected,
the Rooted Retreat helps you remember that you can be rooted anywhere.
Retreat Sessions
Saturday, April 18 - Rooted in Simplicity
Session One: Finding Simplicity in Nature - exploring how the natural world models the quiet power of simplicity.
Session Two: Starting Simply With Plants - exploring how plants can become everyday allies.
Saturday, April 19 - Rooted in Joy
Session One: Finding Joy in Life’s Rhythms - exploring how aligning with life’s natural cycles can cultivate steadiness and joy.
Session Two: Finding Joy in Community - exploring how joy deepens through meaningful connection with others.
Who is This Retreat For?
This gathering may be a good fit if you:
Feel drawn to simplicity but live a full, busy life
Want practical ways to connect with nature where you are
Crave community but aren't sure where to start
Are curious about working with your own rhythms rather than the urgency of societal norms
Want to find joy in ordinary moments
This retreat is slow on purpose. It honors real life. And it allows your journey to begin exactly where you are.
Meet Your Retreat Host
Lynn Turcotte-Schuh
Lead Tender, Little Forest Farms
Lynn spends her days caring for animals, tending the garden, stewarding the land, nurturing her family, and learning - again and again - how to return home to herself.
Through the daily rhythms of tending chickens, rabbits, soil, seasons, and relationships, Lynn has come to see the natural world as a quiet teacher of courage, simplicity, and inner wisdom.
Lynn believes that the practice of tending - whether animals, plants, family, land, or self - offers powerful reminders about how to live with greater intention and alignment.
Her message is simple but profound: You don’t need acreage or animals to feel rooted in joy and simplicity - you can be rooted anywhere.
Meet Your Session Hosts
Stephanie Cooper
Founder, Quiet Corner Yoga & Wellness
Stephanie Cooper is the founder of Quiet Corner Yoga & Wellness in Danielson, CT, a welcoming wellness studio rooted in mindful movement, seasonal living, and genuine connection.
Her classes invite students to slow down, feel supported, and return to themselves. With a warm, down-to-earth approach, Stephanie creates community-centered experiences that help people feel at home in their bodies and lives.
Stephanie Cooper
Founder, Quiet Corner Yoga & Wellness
Stephanie Cooper is the founder of Quiet Corner Yoga & Wellness in Danielson, CT, a welcoming wellness studio rooted in mindful movement, seasonal living, and genuine connection.
Her classes invite students to slow down, feel supported, and return to themselves. With a warm, down-to-earth approach, Stephanie creates community-centered experiences that help people feel at home in their bodies and lives.
Cherie Faus-Smith
Founder, Sass, Gracefully
Cherie Faus-Smith is the founder of SASS, gracefully. and the voice behind Own Your SASS. As The SASSy Confidant, she offers spaces for women to speak honestly, reclaim their voice, and reconnect to their clarity and joy.
Her work blends warmth with backbone, permission with power, and deep listening with unapologetic self-expression. Her mission is simple: help women stop shrinking and start shining - on their terms.
Sam Seibert
Master Gardener
Sam Seibert is a gardener, teacher, and mama to 4 creative kiddos. She has a degree in Wildlife Conservation Biology, is a former early childhood educator and completed her Master Gardener training at URI.
Whether it’s tending to her ever expanding perennial plantings, creating beauty in the gardens of South County as a professional gardener, foraging with her family in the abundant beloved wild spaces of RI or crafting baskets out of her homegrown willow, plants haven woven themselves into every corner of Sam’s life! She loves to share her botanical joy with others and is always eager to learn more!
Cherie Faus-Smith
Founder, Sass, Gracefully
Cherie Faus-Smith is the founder of SASS, gracefully. and the voice behind Own Your SASS. As The SASSy Confidant, she offers spaces for women to speak honestly, reclaim their voice, and reconnect to their clarity and joy.
Her work blends warmth with backbone, permission with power, and deep listening with unapologetic self-expression. Her mission is simple: help women stop shrinking and start shining - on their terms.
Sam Seibert
Master Gardener
Sam Seibert is a gardener, teacher, and mama to four creative kiddos. She has a degree in Wildlife Conservation Biology, is a former early childhood educator and completed her Master Gardener training at URI.
Whether it’s tending to her ever expanding perennial plantings, creating beauty in the gardens of South County as a professional gardener, foraging with her family in the abundant & beloved wild spaces of RI or crafting baskets out of her homegrown willow, plants haven woven themselves into every corner of Sam’s life.
The investment for the Rooted Retreat is $111
and includes three-months of access to all six hours of session recordings.
When a woman feels rooted, everyone around her benefits...
her family, her friendships, and the spaces she helps create.
FAQs
Do I need land, a garden, or animals to attend?
No. Rooted Retreat is designed specifically for women who may not have acreage, animals, or even much outdoor space. Every session focuses on simple, accessible practices you can try wherever you live.
Is this a spiritual retreat?
Rooted Retreat has a reflective undertone, but it is not religious, dogmatic, or ritual-heavy. The focus is on practical connection - to nature, to rhythm, to yourself, and to community - through everyday practices.
Do I need prior experience with plants, herbalism, yoga, or breathwork?
Not at all. All sessions are beginner-friendly and invitational. You are welcome exactly as you are.
Will sessions be recorded?
Yes. All main four sessions, the yoga session and the guided reflections session will be recorded and available for a limited time after the retreat so you can revisit anything you missed. Having said that, the magic happens when you show up live, so we encourage you to attend live as much as you’re able.
What if I can’t attend the entire three hours?
You are welcome to step in and out as needed. This retreat is designed to be spacious and flexible. Come for what you can. The four main sessions, yoga session and guided reflections session will be recorded and available to watch for 30 days.
Is this therapy or coaching?
No. Rooted Retreat is an educational and experiential gathering. It is not therapy, coaching, or medical advice.
What should I have with me?
You may want:
- A journal and pen
- Comfortable clothing for gentle movement
- A mug of tea or water
- Access to natural light or a nearby plant (if possible)
Nothing elaborate is required.
How interactive is the retreat?
There will be opportunities for reflection and connection, but sharing is always optional. You are welcome to participate at the level that feels comfortable for you.
Who is this retreat for?
Women who:
- Feel drawn to a slower, simpler way of living
- Long for connection to nature and community
- Want practical practices they can actually try
- Don’t want hype, hustle, or pressure
Who is this retreat not for?
This retreat may not be a good fit if you are looking for:
- Advanced homesteading instruction
- Certification or formal training
- Intensive therapy or transformation coaching
- A high-energy, productivity-focused experience
How much does it cost?
$111 for the full two-day experience.
What if I’m feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or unsure if I have the energy for this?
You are not required to arrive “ready.” Rooted Retreat is designed to be calming and connecting - not high-energy or demanding. You are welcome to listen with your camera off, step away when needed or simply take in what feels supportive.
This is not a space that asks you to perform or push through. It’s a space to notice, breathe, and gently experiment with practices that might make everyday life feel a little more simple and nourishing.
Come as you are. That is enough.
What if I have kids at home and can’t go somewhere quiet?
You are welcome exactly as your life is.
Children, background noise, interruptions - real life happens. Rooted Retreat is not about creating a perfectly quiet environment. It’s about learning how to find steadiness, simplicity, and joy in the midst of real life.
If that means you’re listening while folding laundry, stepping away to tend to a child, or participating with the sounds of your home around you, that’s okay.
This retreat is not about escaping your life. It’s about learning to live it more gently and intentionally - right where you are.