Women’s Wellness Retreat

We invite you to join us on a journey to enliven the spirit and nourish the soul through… yoga, mindfulness practices, relaxation, sharing circles, surfing/nature walks, creative arts, dance… All in a safe and supportive environment at your own level.

$245 includes nutritious vegetarian food and all activities. Range of accommodation available from $15 per night.

For further information contact: Bernadette Gavin or Sarah Edwards 07 825 8263 / 027 294 3451/ SaritaNZ@hotmail.com

Permaculture Course offered in July

Advanced Permaculture Design and Practical Skills Course
Contact Nelson Lebo: 022 635 0868 or nfl2@waikato.ac.nz with all enquiries

July 10th - 18th, 2010
Solscape Eco-Retreat, Raglan

This course is not a great opportunity to gain practical skills related to various topics within the field of sustainable design. It can be seen as a chance for those who have taken a Permaculture Design Course to advance their design abilities and learn some important resiliency skills. Or, for those unfamiliar with permaculture, a chance to learn more about a topic of interest.

Each workshop is designed to combine theory and practice while 'up-skilling' participants through hands-on learning. Themes introduced in the first workshop are visited over and over in subsequent workshops in a looping model of instruction.However, each day can also stand alone as a distinct high quality educational opportunity.

July
10th) Advanced permaculture design: Maximizing beneficial relationships
11th) The essentials of green home design
12th) Low cost, high results, eco-renovation
13th) Solar cookers and solar cooking
14th) Day Off
15th) Human-scale swales, rain gardens and plumbing basics
16th) Chicken tractors and rotational chicken yards
17th) Maximizing vegetable production while minimizing inputs
18th) Best tools and proper techniques, plus important knots and how to tie them

Rates:
1 to 3 days
Tent or van space = $60 per day
Shared accommodation = $70 per day

4 or more consecutive days
Tent or van space = $55 per day
Shared accommodation = $65 per day

Email for rates on private rooms.

Sunny Weather Special!

We have a great offer to help you enjoy the last few sunny days in Raglan before winter sets in. Special rates on cabooses for stays before May 30th. Doubles $50 per couple, Singles $45, Twin $30 per person & Shared Rooms $22 per person. Mention "Blog" when making your booking to receive the discount!

Looking for Winter Interns!

Solscape is looking for two winter interns, one in the area of eco-tourism business and the other in the area of garden/compost management. For the first position we are looking for someone who has prior experience or training in the tourism industry or is keen on learning. The second position would ideally be filled by someone with a background in organic veggie gardening and permaculture, or a strong interest in learning. These are long-term positions from May until August or September. Short daily hours in exchange for accomodation will leave you with plenty of time to explore our amazing surf breaks and beautiful surroundings. Email us at info@solscape.co.nz and please mention that you are interested in being a winter intern.

Onsite Massage

Solscape has welcomed 3 new inspiring local massage practioners to provide treatments on site in the beautiful private kahuna treatment room with bush views.

Also new for Solscape massage is donating to a cause.
A generous percentage from each massage is donated to the Sea Sheperd Conservation Society - defending & protecting oceans and ocean wildlife around the world.

Shiatsu with Jenny
Shiatsu is ancient bodywork, originating in Japan. It is a sensitive, supportive form of healing and relaxation using acupressure and gentle stretches to restore balance and promote well being. It takes place fully clothed on a traditional Japanese style futon and lasts about an hour"

Spiritual Healing and Therapeutic Massage with Tatsu
Aura Therapy begins by cleaning and recharging your spiritual energy field with Aura Energy. This allows the healing of your soul, mind and body and includes the treatment of physical and mental pain. By purifying your soul this treatment helps you to increase your awareness of yourself, putting you in touch with your life path and life potential.



Cultural Bodywork with Bernadette & Madelin

Pacific Elixir: This is a unique treatment drawing on traditional Hawaiian healing oil massage. This rhythmic, flowing technique cleanses all systems of the body, clears the mind and invigorates the soul. You will float off the table feeling renewed with a sense of well being and inner strength.


Treatments: 60mins $65, 90mins $85.



To book email info@solscape.co.nz or call +64 7 825 8268

Happy Earth Day!

This past weekend Soslcape was involved in organizing the National Permaculture Hui sponsored by Permaculture in New Zealand. It was a great weekend here in Whaingaroa full of much sharing, celebration, and fantastic kai. Local permaculture practitioners were able to showcase the many fabulous projects that are ongoing in Raglan and non-local practitioners were able to share their skills and ideas through workshops and open forums.

Here at Solscape we are feeling energized and envigorated by the passion of our colleagues near and far. One way that we have decided to build on the energy from the hui is by offering Practical Permaculture Workshops this winter. These workshops will offer hands-on guidance through topics touched on in most Permaculture Design Courses, and are open to both beginner and accomplished "greenies". Topics will include: organic veggie gardening, designing swales and water systems, including chickens in garden rotation, and much more. Stay tuned for more information regarding dates, and topics.

Women's Wellness Retreat

Women's Wellness Retreat

"we invite you to join us on a journey to enliven the spirit and nourish the soul through...yoga, mindfullness practices, relaxation, sharing circles, surfing/natures walks, creative arts, dance...

All in a safe and supportive environment at your own level."

March, eve of 5th to 7th 2010 - Solscape Eco Retreat
$245 includes nutritious vegetarian food and all activites. Range of accommodation available from $15 per night.

For further information contact:
Bernadette Gavin or Sarah Edwards
07 825 8263/0272864945/saritanz@hotmail.com

SUSTAINABILITY WORKSHOPS SUMMER 2010

Introduction to Permaculture and Ecological Design
&
Holistic Vegetable Garden Design and Maintenance
At Solscape Eco retreat

DATES
January 16th & 17th
February 13th & 14th
March 13th & 14th
April 10th & 11th

Choose one or both days with or without accommodation

FEES
Saturday 2-5 (Intro to Permaculture and Ecological Design) $35
6.30pm shared meal, question and answer session
Sunday 9-12 (Holistic Vegetable Garden Design and Maintenance) $25

Accommodation: $15 tentsite

$28 shared room