Trip Details
Well renowned not just for the beauty of its ancient mountains, but also for its diversity of plant and animal life and the quality of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, the Smoky National Park is a treasure trove of inspiration and education. It is here, nestled among ridge upon ridge of rolling mountains, that lies our beloved Cherokee National Forest and the Ocoee River region, an ideal backdrop for yoga in the outdoors.
Built in 1937 by Leah’s grandfather, Robert Glenn Card, Sr. as a hunting cabin, Camp Tall Timber sits peacefully on the shores of Lake Ocoee. A site chosen for its pristine views of Sugarloaf Mountain, gentle shoreline and close proximity to the back roads of the Cherokee Forest, “the cabin” became a favorite destination for the entire extended family. Since its humble one-room beginnings, the camp has expanded to host a stationary and floating dock on the water, a welcoming screened-in front porch, open living room area, full service kitchen, five bedrooms, three baths plus a newly added bunkhouse.
Our retreat will follow a traditional ashram schedule, but with all activities being optional. Yoga classes will be held twice each day, including morning meditation and satsang fellowship in the evenings. Our in-house chef will prepare delicious & wholesome vegetarian meals. In addition, Leah will host a short workshop on yoga philosophy Saturday afternoon. And of course, there will be plenty of free time to explore the surrounding area and enjoy your self!
Pricing
$250
Price does not include transport to and from the cabin. Price includes lodging, all meals, activities, yoga classes and workshops.
Registration & Additional Information
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A registration form must be completed and either submitted electronically or mailed by post. Our online registration form and/or a downloadable version is available in our Resources section. -
NO deposit is required to hold your place on this retreat. But only payment in-full will guarantee your spot. Full payment for this trip can be made through our sister studio, Kali Yuga Yoga’s secure online credit card processing system found here or by calling 615.260.5361.
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All activities and yoga classes are optional. If a participant misses a class or activity, no refund will be given.
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Accommodations are first come, first serve. There are two bedrooms with three single beds, one with twin beds and a bunkhouse with four bunks. Three bathrooms are shared among all guests.
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All meals will be provided during the retreat will be vegetarian and will be served family style. Please let us know as soon as possible if you have any special dietary needs. We will try our best to accommodate you.
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Alcohol is permitted on this trip but must be provided by the participants.
Getting There & Away
The cabin is approximately a three-hour drive from Nashville,TN and one hour from Chattanooga, TN. To note- we can help coordinate carpooling among registered participants from either location. Directions can be found on the itinerary document above. Check-in begins at 3PM on Friday with farewells on Sunday by 4PM.
September 11-13, 2009
October 16-18, 2009
As one of the world’s oldest mountain ranges, the Smoky Mountains have long been revered for their mystery and wisdom. So we welcome you to join us as we head to Lake Ocoee’s Camp Tall Timber to immerse ourselves in the beauty and serenity of East Tennessee’s mountains combined with the blissful practice of yoga!
