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Horticultural Garden Tours with Michael Alliger and Michael Stusser

Horticultural Garden Tours with Michael Alliger and Michael Stusser

A 2- hour-long guided tour of the Osmosis meditation garden will be conducted by Osmosis founder Michael Stusser and tree pruning expert Michael Alliger. This garden makes extensive use of stone, water and deer resistant plants to express the tranquil feeling of a Japanese style design.

Visitors will be treated to an in-depth look at the underlying Zen themes built into the rock arrangements and pond layout, as well as information about the planting themes and plant materials. The garden has been built over a period of many years and was designed by the preeminent Japanese landscape designer, Robert Ketchell, of Britain. The garden was built by the late Steve Stucky, landscaper and Zen Priest.

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Qi Gong – Mindfulness in Body with Qi Gong teacher, Sarah Gion

Qi Gong – Mindfulness in Body with Qi Gong teacher, Sarah Gion

Escape to our serene 5-acre spa retreat in West Sonoma County for a day of transformative self-care.  Your journey begins with a morning of relaxation, including a group cedar enzyme footbath, your choice of a 70-minute massage or a 65-minute custom facial, peaceful walking meditation through our bamboo forest, and guided meditation in our renowned Japanese garden.  Next, a nourishing lunch, crafted by a local chef with fresh, wholesome ingredients will be offered in a magical creekside setting beneath the shade of oak and bay trees.

In the afternoon, we’ll gather in our Ceremonial Circle for a healing Qi Gong session led by one of our skilled massage therapists and long-time Qi Gong practitioner, Sarah Gion. This is an ancient practice of working with the body’s energy through simple movements; this class will introduce you to gentle self-massage techniques and self-awareness exercises that are both grounding and revitalizing. You’ll leave deeply refreshed with simple, powerful tools to enhance your well-being and integrate into your daily life.  There will be time for journaling and self-reflection as well.

This day-long retreat is an amazing opportunity to enjoy the best of what Osmosis has to offer;  therapeutic healing services, a chance to unplug and unwind on our forested grounds, and an opportunity to escape for a day of self-care.  This is a day is a time to honor your body, calm your mind, and connect with nature and your vital energy source.

ABOUT SARAH

Sarah has been a Qi Gong and Massage Practitioner since 2003. In her journey to optimize human performance and wellness, she quickly discovered Qi Gong as a tool for health and longevity. Empowering others to feel more comfortable in their bodies and honoring where they are at, is her passion. Homeostasis is constantly in flux and movement and so should be our wellness goals. Qi gong can help you access your authentic self and live in a more harmonious flow with your health and the world around you. Over the years she has trained with many different teachers and styles of Qi gong. Currently, she trains with Shifu David Wei in Oakland, and Shifu Justin Eggert in Santa Rosa. She maintains a daily practice and leads a Qi Gong Park Meetup at Ragle Ranch on Fridays at 9 a.m. 

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Embodied Renewal: A Somatic and Forest Therapy Retreat with Wendy Figone

Embodied Renewal: A Somatic and Forest Therapy Retreat with Wendy Figone

Escape to our serene 5-acre spa retreat in West Sonoma County for a day of transformative self-care.  Your journey begins with a morning of relaxation, including a group cedar enzyme footbath, your choice of a 70-minute massage or a 65-minute custom facial, peaceful walking meditation through our bamboo forest, and guided meditation in our renowned Japanese garden.  Next, a nourishing lunch, crafted by a local chef with fresh, wholesome ingredients will be offered in a magical creekside setting beneath the shade of oak and bay trees.

In the afternoon, join Wendy Figone, expert-level Myofascial Release Therapist, for an immersive journey into the space between—where transformation and deep healing unfold. Through a combination of somatic practices, forest therapy, and nature journaling, you’ll drop fully into your body, reconnecting with yourself in a profound way.

This unique experience integrates Bluetooth technology, using the vibrations of music to release embodied stress and enhance the mind-body connection. Throughout the session, you’ll learn unwinding techniques, develop self-care skills, and discover a new practice to take home—one that will elevate the way you nurture yourself long after the day ends.

So, take a deep breath. Step into the threshold. Slow down. Listen. And finally, emerge renewed.

ABOUT WENDY

Wendy Figone is a certified Forest Therapy Guide and Trails Consultant, an expert-level Myofascial Release therapist, and a Stanford Compassion Ambassador. A passionate speaker, she is dedicated to supporting healthcare providers in their well-being journeys. Wendy specializes in nature-based retreats designed to alleviate burnout and stress, enhancing both mental and physical health. Participants experience the combination of forest therapy, self-myofascial release, and other nature-based healing modalities, along with team-building activities, learning practical skills to continue their well-being journey at home, with follow-up support for lasting impact.

Wendy partners with landowners and companies to create dedicated spaces for forest therapy, a practice proven to restore connections with self, others, and nature—ultimately fostering a deeper commitment to conservation. Inspired by her visit to Japan, where forest therapy (Shinrin Yoku) originated and is now recognized as preventive medicine, she certifies forest therapy trails in the U.S. to bring this powerful healing experience to local communities. Wendy also incorporates principles of lifestyle medicine into her retreats, promoting holistic health and well-being.

 

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Restorative Spring Renewal and Replenishment with La Reina Marshall

Restorative Spring Renewal and Replenishment with La Reina Marshall

Immerse yourself in our serene 5-acre spa retreat in West Sonoma County for a day of transformative self-care.  Your journey begins with a morning of relaxation, including a group cedar enzyme footbath, your choice of a 70-minute massage or a 65-minute custom facial, peaceful walking meditation through our bamboo forest, and guided meditation in our renowned Japanese garden.  Next, a nourishing lunch, crafted by a local chef with fresh, wholesome ingredients will be offered in a magical creekside setting beneath the shade of oak and bay trees.

During the afternoon join La Reina Marshall, a local 500 RYT for a restorative slow flow yoga practice followed by guided journaling spring intentions and reflections for personal renewal and growth. We will start with a ninety minute slow flow yoga practice followed with longer prop supported yin holds, ending with a restorative practice coupled with a body scan mediation. 

Coming out of our physical practice you will have an opportunity to be guided through reflective journaling and intention setting while having the opportunity to share in group discussion. Wrap up this healing experience with a group reiki infused sound therapy session with the intention to integrate and to complete your day. You’ll wrap up this experience filled with replenishment and renewal; feeling supported, nourished and held in community. 

Please bring a yoga mat, journal and water. Yoga props will be provided, please bring anything that brings you comfort. 

ABOUT LA REINA

La Reina Marshall, RYT 500, has practiced yoga since 2005 and earned her 200-hour certification at Soul Yoga in June 2019. She trained in trauma-informed yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga, and sound healing, and completed certifications with Dolphin Method as a certified Doula, as well as in Prenatal & Postnatal Vinyasa Yoga. She also trained and received attunement in Reiki I, II, and Mastery levels. In October 2024, she completed her 300-hour yoga certification with Soul Yoga. As an Integrative Health Practitioner, La Reina loves helping people find support in self-healing by integrating a variety of modalities, and she has worked in the healing arts for over 10 years.

For La Reina, the practice of yoga, sound healing and energy work are a path to emotional and physical wellness. She teaches a vinyasa inspired flow to create a grounded container to experience your body on the mat. The very act of being aware of our bodies and feeling what we need to feel is how we live more fully. With compassion and authenticity, you will have an opportunity to explore your connection with the present moment using your breath as a guide. La Reina believes practicing vulnerability is the gateway for healing ourselves, and by doing so we contribute to the collective healing of those around us. 


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Horticultural Garden Tours with Michael Alliger and Michael Stusser

Horticultural Garden Tours with Michael Alliger and Michael Stusser

Osmosis founder Michael Stusser and tree pruning expert Michael Alliger will lead a two-hour guided tour of the Osmosis meditation garden. This garden extensively incorporates stone, water, and deer-resistant plants to create the tranquil atmosphere of a Japanese-style design.

During the tour, visitors will gain an in-depth understanding of the underlying Zen themes woven into the rock arrangements and pond layout. The tour will also highlight information about the planting themes and plant materials.

Over many years, the garden has continuously evolved. Preeminent Japanese landscape designer Robert Ketchell of Britain designed the garden, while the late Steve Stucky, a landscaper and Zen priest, built it.

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