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United States·May 4 - 11 2023

WOMEN'S AVI MAMMOTH WINTER ADVENTURE RETREAT

Avalanche awareness + mindfulness in the magic of the Sierra Mtn Range w/ a Community of International Wild Women .

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Overview

Join us for an all-inclusive AIARE 1 (avalanche certification) retreat in beautiful Mammoth Lakes, California! Curated and hosted by Chanelle Sladics and Kjersti Buaas. World-class professional snowboarders. This experience have been carefully curated for you as a woman to empower yourself in the mountains. Prepare for this week to be about growth, knowledge, education and fun. We will explore the backcountry terrains of Mammoth with a band of international soul sisters. The AVI 1 course is guided by professional Sierra Mountain Guides, so you can feel safe as you learn to assess risk and understand the dangers that come with exposing yourself to the backcountry. The AIARE 1 is a decision making course for backcountry travelers wanting to learn to manage their personal and group risk and conduct the most effective companion rescue possible in the event of an accident. We will also ride and play on the slopes of Mammoth Mountain resort, sharpening are riding skillsets and having a blast, guided by Kjersti and Chanelle. When we are not shredding or learning about the backcountry we make sure there is plenty of time for you to turn your focus inward, rest and restore your spirit. Through daily breathwork, yoga movement and meditation you will learn to turn off your mind and use your breath as a tool for healing and grounding. At this retreat you can be sure to experience a solid mix of both Yin and Yang energy. This retreat is designed for those wanting to be safer in the backcountry, seeking a mix of adventure while diving deeper into your meditation practice. Expect to breathe deep with your new soul sisters from around the world and improve your mountain touring skills with inspiring guides and hosts. We interweave PRSNT mindfulness exercises on and off the mountain, in hopes you will find new creative ways to be more PRSNT in your daily life at home. *Ski/Snowboard Touring Level: Must bring your own gear and basic knowledge on how to ski/snowboard tour. Mammoth does have splitboards and ski rentals if you need to rent. Intermediate fitness level to keep the group moving and grooving together on hill. Resort Riding Level: Can ride the mountain with speed and confidently navigate cat tracks.

Highlights

3 days AIARE 1 Course + Certification

3 days AIARE 1 Course + Certification

with Sierra Mountain Guides including splitboarding/ski touring days in the backcountry. Courses designed to train backcountry travelers in Avalanche Rescue skills and increase participant likelihood of survival in an avalanche. Aimed at Providing skills and practice methods to be proficient at the Avalanche Rescue standard. The AIARE 1 is a decision making course for backcountry travelers wanting to learn to manage their personal and group risk and conduct the most effective companion rescue possible in the event of an accident.

Daily Meditation + Breathwork with PRSNT

Daily Meditation + Breathwork with PRSNT

Daily time to ground and practice new techniques to calm the mind and improving CO2 tolerance. PRSNT workshops and 1:1's will be an opportunity to measure your respiratory markers and build a unique program toward your health targets. CO2 tolerance, heart rate variability, mechanical diaphragm assessment, Autonomic Nervous System function, general heart health, and more. Learn to increase your CO2 tolerance, focus, sports + work performance, and treat acute/chronic stress, asthma, sleep apnea, and many other ailments. *must consult your primary doctor, before starting your personalized breathwork program, to rule out major cardiac dysfunction, pregnancy, etc.

International Community

International Community

International Soul Sisters ready to connect deeper and grow together, both on and off the mountain

3 Days of Splitboarding/ Ski Touring

3 Days of Splitboarding/ Ski Touring

With Sierra Mountain Guides during 3 day AIARE course

Chef Prepared Meals

Chef Prepared Meals

Chef Rachel will prepare all our meals this week. Healthy, plant rich, yummy food so you can stay focused, learn and feel good throughout the week

3 Days Riding Mammoth Mountain

3 Days Riding Mammoth Mountain

Get to know and explore the best of Mammoth Mountain terrain guided by Mountain Mountain and professional Snowboarders Kjersti Buaas and Chanelle Sladics

Yoga

Yoga

Guided Movements

Hot Springs

Hot Springs

Potiential option to soak in local hot springs

Hosts

We were attracted to each other for the many passions we share, like outdoor adventures, healthy living, creating community, and an urge to protect our natural playgrounds.

Chanelle Sladics

Chanelle Sladics

Chanelle Sladics I X Games Medalist | Certified Yogi & Meditation + Breathwork Teacher

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Kjersti Buaas

Kjersti Buaas

Kjersti Østgaard Buaas I 4 x Olympic Snowboarder + Medalist & Certified Meditation Teacher

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Sierra Mountain Guides

Sierra Mountain Guides

Our guides are also chosen for their proven dedication to their clients, their passion for the mountains, their specific expertise and experience in their respective guiding disciplines, their overall professionalism, and their obvious other interpersonal skills. 

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Barbra Warner | Sierra Mountain Guides

Barbra Warner | Sierra Mountain Guides

AMGA certified ski guide and AIARE avalanche course lead instructor, I am still passionate about skiing deep powder. I have skied extensively in the Alps and in North America.

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Chef Rachel Turiel

Chef Rachel Turiel

Rachel has been cheffing it up ever since she took her first big job as head chef at a vegetarian cafe in 1991. By 1995 she has worked as not only a chef but as a pastry chef and baker as well. She graduated from the Bauman Holistic Nutritional School in 2005 and has been cooking up healthy and eclectic meals for friends, family and events all over the U.S. 

Rachel also has a background in snowboarding and was competing professionally in the 90’s and then became the first female judge after she retired from competitions. She still enjoys shredding it up on the mountain with her family and friends. 

Schedule

We will always strive to make adjustments to optimize the experience based on weather and conditions. Every day we incorporate breathwork and PRSNT minded practices...Here is our Activity Schedule for the week. Click NEXT to see all days

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Day 1: Arrival Day / The Journey Starts Now

Check into your home for the week, a luxury Townhome located near the Village at Mammoth and Village Gondola to Canyon Lodge. Unpack and get comfortable in your selected room, grab a tea to relax in front of the fireplace and connect with your fellow shred sisters. The retreats starts at 3 pm. Opening Circle + a workshop by PRSNT. After we enjoy a yummy private pinner and prepare for the next day with a gear check.

*Right Click Arrow above to See the Full Retreat Schedule

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Day 2: Riding Mammoth Mountain with Kjersti and Chanelle

Riding day on the mountain. Hydrate, warm up your legs and breath (Mammoth is located at a high altitude of 12.000 Feet. We will play, learn, dance on snow and learn some sweet grabs and maybe even rotations. After an epic day on the mountain join yoga, meditation and Breathwork sessions to stay on top of your game.

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Day 3 AIARE 1 course with Splitboarding/ Ski Touring

Wake up with a morning meditation / breathwork and yoga movement class. Enjoy the chef prepared breakfast before we start the avi 1 training at the lodge. Today we will also head out on a backcountry adventure. Pack lunch at breakfast. Maybe you feel uncertain for your first day in the mountains? Don't worry, we will be supported with safety and local knowledge by professional guiding service, Sierra Mountain Guides. After the tour we head back to the lodge and enjoy dinner, jacuzzi, meditation and yoga. 

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Day 4 AIARE 1 course with Splitboarding/ Ski Touring

This is day two of the AIARE 1 course. Some might have sore legs by now. Make sure to hydrate properly each evening and through the day. Sierra Mountain Guides will come to our lodge and we start the day in the "class room" - in th e afternoon we will go on a tour. Sierra Mountain Guides will choose the location - based on safety, weather and snow conditions and off course to get you the best snow. After the tour we head back to the lodge.

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Day 5 AIARE 1 course with Splitboarding/ Ski Touring

By now you should be getting more connected, comfortable and familiar with your gear, your guides, the mountains and your fellow soul sisters. Pack lunch from the beautiful breakfast buffet and bring good vibes. Don't forget that you want to stay alert, present and focused. Because the mountain does not forgive. The morning Breathwork session will help sharpen your breath and mind, and allow you to tune more in and be where your feet and body is.

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Day 6 Rejuvenation + Ride

In order to keep an active lifestyle and momentum forward we all need to rejuvenate and find a healthy balance. That's why we make sure to combine yin and yang activities at our retreats. This day moves at a slower pace - so you can focus on giving back to your body after it has been taking you on all those epic outside adventures. Create space to go within, reflect, retrospect and listen to the silence. Between each thought there is so much peace.

Yin + Riding Mtn for those interested

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Day 7: Riding Mammoth Mountain with Kjersti and Chanelle

Get ready for a day on hill with professional Snowboarders Kjersti Buaas and Chanelle Sladics

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Day 7 PM Sober Soul Dance + Closing Ceremony

We have created this very special (sober) meditative dance experience for you to connect with your body and soul. This deeper connection to self through movement will create an even stronger (unspoken) bond to your fellow soul sisters. Prepare to dance like nobody is watching. Wear something comfortable and layers that you can take off is not a bad idea. After the dance we gather for our last (but not least memorable) gratitude dinner. We share experiences from the week (MAGICAL MOMENTS) and enjoy the heartfelt prepared meals from our chef Rachel at the lodge.

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Day 8 Departure Day / Returning Home

Every journey eventually comes to an end. And even though we don't love saying good bye, we do appreciate the emotions, highs and lows that comes with a retreat like this. Make sure you pack up early enough to catch your ride/ flight home without stressing. We would love for you to bring home with you all the "ness"  feelings; grounded-ness, peaceful-ness and present-ness.

What's Included

What's Included

7 Nights Accomodation

Avalanche 1 Certification from Sierra Mountain Guides

Splitboarding/ Backcountry Touring (Gear not included)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Chef prepared meals, coffee, tea

Daily Meditation + Breathwork

Snowboarding Mammoth Mountain Resort with Chanelle and Kjersti (Lift Tickets not included)

Meals adaptable to all dietary needs

A real good time.

Lift Tickets Mammoth Mountain Resort

Personal Snowboard/ Ski equipment and Clothes/ Rental

All Transportation

Airfare

Soft drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Travel insurance

Tickets

Master Bedroom + Ensuite

Master Bedroom + Ensuite

Spacious Shared King Size Bed, Ensuite Full Bathroom with tub, double sink

FROM$2,997.00/pp

Bunkbed + Ensuite

Bunkbed + Ensuite

Bunkbeds + Ensuite Full Bathroom

FROM$2,987.00/pp

Queen Bedroom + Ensuite

Queen Bedroom + Ensuite

Spacious Shared Queen Bed with Ensuite Full Bathroom

FROM$2,947.00/pp

Loft w/Single Bed + Shared Bathroom

Loft w/Single Bed + Shared Bathroom

Single Bed in Spacious Loft with neighboring Double Bed + Shared Bathroom

FROM$2,787.00/pp

Loft BYO Sleeping Mat + Shared Bathroom

Loft BYO Sleeping Mat + Shared Bathroom

FROM$2,399.00/pp

AVI 1 + Food + Luxury Venue + Lodging BYO Sleeping Mat

AVI 1 + Food + Luxury Venue + Lodging BYO Sleeping Mat

FROM$1,300.00/pp

AVI 1 ONLY + Food + Luxury Venue (No Lodging)

AVI 1 ONLY + Food + Luxury Venue (No Lodging)

FROM$1,150.00/pp

Mammoth Local Package- No lodging

FROM$2,149.00/pp

Private PRSNT Lodge in Mammoth

The ultimate Mammoth luxury experience located near the Village

3 Bedroom+Loft/4 Bathroom Luxury Townhome near the Village. Gorgeous decor and set amongst the trees with golf course views. The perfect spot to call home in Mammoth! Set near the Village at Mammoth and Village Gondola to Canyon Lodge. Easily walk up the road to enjoy all that the Village has to offer! The spacious open floor plan presents expansive windows to take in the gorgeous mountain and golf course scenery that bring in the sunlight, plenty of seating and sleeping space for large groups and vaulted ceilings. High end finishes with custom details that include hickory hardwood flooring throughout, slab stone counters, and hand hewn timber beams. Eagle Moss Rock on fireplaces in the living room and master bedroom. Professional grade kitchen appliances include gas range. Private Jacuzzi on deck for guests to enjoy with forest views. Cleaned and maintained between every guest. There is an oversize 2 car garage with two additional spaces in front of the garage. Washer and dryer are on site.

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Trip Tips

Travel to Mammoth Lakes, CA

Travel to Mammoth Lakes, CA

SUGGESTIONS FOR TRAVEL: Option 1: Fly to Bishop Airport. Flights from LAX or San Fransisco. From here you can take a shuttle to get to Mammoth Village. Flight carriers: United Airlines Option 2: Fly to Los Angeles (LAX) or and rent a car or take a shuttle (approx. 5 hours). We personally love this drive, you move out of the city, through the desert, past Mt. Whitney and into the Sierras! The contrast is enjoyable. Option 3: Fly into Reno (shuttle is approx. 3 hours) Option 4: Fly to San Francisco (approx. 6 hours to Mammoth)

Reviews

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I still can’t quite put in to words what I’ve taken away from this week. Meeting incredible inspiring women, in a spectacular location, skiing and surfing surrounded by the best views and nature, international friends made, interesting and relevant workshops and new meditation and breathwork practices and techniques (taught in a really accessible everyday way!). Kjersti and Chanelle bring a buzz and energy to everything they do and it was such a pleasure to get to spend a week with them, ride with them and learn from their experience.

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The Lofoten islands are a special place and the perfect backdrop for the PRSNT women’s splitboarding retreat. You meet incredible snow loving women who encourage and cheer you on as you climb and descend down the magical mountains. One of my favorite things about the retreats is the nightly "Magical Moments" where you get to hear from each individual what their days highlight was. Great experience.

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Add Ons

Extra Day Ski/Snowboard Touring with SMG Guides

*subject to availability of SM Guides, we will refund you if they are unable to accommodate

PRICE$260.00/pp

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1:1 Mental training Session with Kjersti

Book a virtual session before the retreat

PRICE$150.00/pp

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FAQs

The earlier the better, even a day or two prior to get settled into the new timezone is ideal. Programming will start on the afternoon of arrival day.

Credit cards are easily accepted by all vendors, no cash is needed. * Fun Fact: We always travel with a small cash stash in case power goes out when in route and we want a sandwich ;)

From Mammoth Airport take a shuttle or rent a car. Car Pool with other retreaters is always best. From LAX you can take a shuttle or rent a car

Sign up directly on our page. We accept most forms of credit card to secure a deposit / your spot. The remaining payment needs to be completed within 6 weeks of the start of the retreat to preserve your spot.

We no longer offer this option, as we found it attracted novice experience and we want the group to move smoothly on-hill together. If you have touring experience but need or want to rent gear we suggest renting at home or reaching out to Sierra Mountain Guides to see if they have Ski Touring gear available to rent. 

From Mammoth Airport there should be shuttles to the village.

Yes! When you sign up, you are invited to a private whatsapp group and can coordinate traveling together.

Everyone will be in groups of their level for both the daily expeditions and surfing.  It is important that you have enough expereince to flow with the group and we will reach out to you after you book to ensure you will be a good fit with the group, we will refund you if you are not a match for the skill level required to participate.  

You must be able to navigate yourself with basic speed and confidence down medium to expert terrain slopes to ensure safety and ease of travel for your groups.  You do not need to have deep backcountry experience, but must be able to follow the lead of your guide to keep you safe, so you can focus on the fun from there.

Absolutely!  The majority of our campers fly solo, but they leave with some sincerely awesome new sisters. 

Fly into Los Angeles (LAX) or San Francisco. You can also travel by plane all the way to Mammoth or to Reno.

We want you to have the best possible experience, feel safe but also get to push outside your comfort zone. That´s why we have partnered with Sierra Mountain Guides, world-class mountain guides, who know these mountains better than anyone.

We prefer you fly solo or with a friend, so you move through the week with a more open mind, so we do not offer group discounts.  We can do discounts if you want a private retreat booking, reach out for more info.

Yes, it is required.  You can check out the company we use.  www.prsnt.co/travel-insurance

In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

WOMEN'S AVI MAMMOTH WINTER ADVENTURE RETREAT

United States· May 4 - 11 2023· 7 nights

FROM$1150/pp

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