In a world that thrives on distraction, your attention has become the most precious commodity. At Zoetic River, we offer a space to pause—to listen, to reflect, and to remember who you were before the world told you who you are supposed to be.
Our 3 day and 5-day silent meditation retreats offer a rare opportunity to unplug from the noise
and reconnect to your inner world.
Come meet the most important person in your life, yourself.
Learn To Better Play
Your Most Melodic Instrument,
Master The Most Valuable Tool You Carry:
Your Awareness
Three & Five Day
Silent Retreats
In a world that thrives on distraction, your attention has become the most
precious commodity.
At Zoetic River, we offer a space to pause—to listen, to reflect, and to remember who you were before the world told you who to be.
Our three-day and five-day
silent meditation retreats offer a rare opportunity to unplug from the noise
and reconnect to your inner world.
Come meet the most important person in your life, yourself.
Learn To Better Play
Your Most Melodic Instrument,
Master The Most Valuable Tool You Carry:
Your Awareness
Why Retreat in Silence?
Zoetic River offers a container for you to slow down, breathe, and be.
Zoetic River Silent Retreats encourage participants to engage fully with the present moment, cultivating a sense of peace and clarity that extends beyond the retreat experience.
Each retreat is limited to a cozy group of 10 participants to ensure intimacy and personalized support and every element of the program is carefully curated
to enhance your experience by eliminating distractions and providing
the ideal conditions for achieving the meditative state.
Our team of experienced guides and lifelong practitioners—who are also on retreat with you—support the
energetic container of mindfulness by practicing functional silence and only speaking when necessary to support the program and practitioners.
Your retreat experience is further enhanced by Zoetic River’s indoor and outdoor pets -
three giant bunnies that make appearances throughout the retreat as emotional support assistance.
NOTHING TO HAVE.
NOTHING TO DO.
NO ONE TO BE.
NOTHING TO HAVE.
NOTHING TO DO.
NO ONE TO BE.
What to Expect:
Silent and Guided Meditation sessions, traditional sitting & walking format, introductions to a myriad of different ways to meditate
Silent nature-based adventures
Guest Speakers- Evening Philosophy of Mindfulness talk
Meditation training & Digital detox / Green Break
3 nourishing and satiating vegetarian meals a day, GF friendly
Free Tea, Coffee, & Adaptogen bar
Meditation Hall, Dining Hall, Lodge, Dock on the River, Wildlife (birds, fish, otters, deer, and more)
Small group setting of no more than 10 people
Bring Nothing
Return with Everything.
We’ve thought through everything you need so you can bring… nothing. Well, almost nothing - bring any medications your normally take for allergies etc. and your comfiest clothes appropriate to the season. We’ve take care of everything else, including providing you with:
Comfy robe
Phone safe
Meditation tools and props
24/7 access to tea bar and snacks
Sun hats and river shoes
What to Expect:
Guided Meditation sessions, sitting & walking instructions, introductions to different styles of meditation.
Silent nature-based discovery adventures
Guest Speakers- Evening philosophy talk
Meditation training, Digital detox / Green Break
3 satisfying, organic vegetarian meals per day, GF & Vegan options
Peace, privacy, & time with the Great Teacher of Eternity: Silence.
Bring Nothing
Return with Everything.
We’ve thought through everything you need so you
can bring… nothing.
Well, almost nothing - bring your any special toiletries or medications for allergies etc., your comfiest clothes that correspond to the season.
We take care of everything else, including providing:
Comfy robe
Phone safe
Flashlight
Eye mask
Meditation tools
Sun Hats
River Shoes
and more
Are you ready to retreat into silence with us?
Whether you are seeking a new way of moving through life, or just to reduce stress, enhance creativity, or simply find balance in a world that wants to distract you from the things that matter,
Zoetic River offers a sanctuary for
growth and transformation.
Important Participant Guideline
To honor the integrity and depth of the silent retreat experience, all participants are required to attend
as individuals.
This means that attendees may not sign up or participate in the same retreat with friends, family members, or anyone they know personally.
Sharing the retreat space with someone you know can unintentionally disrupt the inner stillness and sense of solitude that are essential to this practice.
By registering, you agree to respect this guideline and commit to attending the retreat independently.
Thank you for helping us preserve the sacred container of silence and reflection for all participants.
Limit to two retreats for each individual
per calendar year.
Are you ready to retreat into silence with us?
Whether you are seeking the truth that can only be found within, a new way of moving through the world, or just to reduce stress, enhance creativity and find balance in a world that wants to distract you from the things that really matter,
Zoetic River offers you a sanctuary for transformation.
No substances necessary.
Important Participant Guideline
To honor the integrity and depth of the silent retreat experience, all participants are required to attend as individuals.
This means that attendees may not sign up or participate in the same retreat with friends, family members, or anyone they know personally.
Sharing the retreat with someone you know can unintentionally disrupt the inner stillness and sense of solitude that are essential to this practice. By registering, you agree to respect this guideline and commit to attending the retreat independently.
Thank you for helping us preserve the sacred container of silence and reflection for all participants.
Admission to retreats is by registration and approval. Because spaces are limited and retreats are offered at reduced cost, participation may be limited in frequency, and returning attendance is not guaranteed. We reserve the right to decline or cancel a registration at our discretion in order to protect the integrity, safety, and balance of the retreat environment.
Coming Soon
Immersive Art Nature Mindfulness Experience
COUPLES WELCOME
King Suite
Spacious inside and out with a private porch overlooking the river. Full private bathroom, half kitchen with mini fridge, coffeemaker and kettle, fireplace, closet, robe, King size bed, high end linens, Nature based theme.
Queen Suite
Spacious inside and out with a private porch river and prairie views. Full private bathroom, half kitchen with mini fridge and kettle, fireplace, closet, Queen size bed, high end linens, Nature based theme.
Private Room
Comfortable and private, designed simply with artful touches. Opulent twin XL, Amish made Naturepedic mattresses with high end linens. Special art touches, ceiling fan, lamp, alarm clock, robe, small desk and tray, lantern, space to stretch or meditate in privacy. Nature based theme. All private rooms are in close proximity to the dining hall, tea bar, and snacks. There is a bathroom bank with two showers and two water closets conveniently located.
Ask us about our special Dark Room- a super plush, sensory reset room to rest and revitalize your senses. The Dark Room allows you to sleep and meditate in total darkness, a rare gift in this world of constant flashing colored lights. Everything works better when you turn it off for a little while, including your senses.
