Wellness on the Water 2025: Full Schedule

8:00am CDT

Align and Connect 🌸 Beginners Yoga

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Join Jennifer Mellon, a certified yoga instructor with a 500-hour RYT certification, for a class that emphasizes alignment, modifications, authenticity, and play. This all-levels class welcomes beginners and aims to help you discover the true essence of yoga by finding balance and harmony in your body, mind, and spirit.

In this class, Jennifer will guide you through various poses and sequences, focusing on proper alignment and technique. Each pose will be broken down step by step with clear instructions and demonstrations to ensure safe and effective practice. Common misalignments will be addressed, along with corrections to help you avoid potential injuries and maximize the benefits of your practice. Modifications will be offered for all students to explore, allowing you to choose the best options for your body.

Jennifer's approach is rooted in authenticity, as she is passionate about creating an environment where individuals can be themselves. Her classes are designed to be light-hearted and enjoyable, with a focus on creativity and self-expression. She encourages students to explore boundaries, challenge themselves, and find joy in the process.

Whether you are new to yoga or have practiced for years, there are suitable options for everyone in Jennifer's class. Join her in embracing the playful and enjoyable experience of yoga while discovering balance and harmony within yourself.

Speakers

Jennifer Mellon

Owner + Instructor + Artist, Beyond Chaos Yoga & Art

Jennifer Mellon is the owner, teacher and artist at Beyond Chaos Yoga & Art in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Jennifer attended her first yoga class in 2014 and was hit or miss with her practice for a few years, but in 2019 that all changed. She enrolled in a six week class called 40 Days... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Movement

8:00am CDT

Nature Bliss 🌱 A Journey Into Forest Bathing

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Island Trail

Immerse yourself in the serene practice of Shinrin Yoku, or "forest bathing", where the ancient Japanese tradition invites you to reconnect with nature. Through slow, mindful walking, deep breathing, and sensory engagement, you’ll experience the calming and restorative benefits of nature. Feel the stress melt away as you absorb the natural beauty around you, fostering a deep sense of peace and rejuvenation. This practice enhances mental clarity, emotional well-being, and a profound connection to the natural world. Participants will engage in a unique series of nature invitations and finish with an herbal tea ceremony.

Speakers

Martina Galvan

Owner + Therapist, Nature Awakens

Martina Galvan is a holistic practitioner, retreat facilitator, and therapist. As the owner of Nature Awakens since 2013, she has offered rewilding nature retreats, women's circles, mindfulness events, sound healing, holistic psychotherapy, and community engagement worldwide. Martina... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion, Interactive

11:00am CDT

SUP Tour 🛶 Explore the Lake ($50)

Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT

Island Trail

Click here to purchase tickets to the SUP Tour and other add ons. Embark on a scenic journey around the lake, with a refreshing stop for a swim along the way. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—you never know what you might see! Come prepared with a bathing suit, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Dry bags are not provided, so plan accordingly, and don’t forget a towel and water shoes for the return trip.

Speakers

Lake DeGrey

Lake DeGrey State Park

Near Hot Springs and Little Rock, Arkansas’ resort state park is located on the shores of beautiful DeGray Lake. Here, you’ll find first-class lodging and amenities along with outdoor fun and adventure year-round. DeGray Lake Resort offers a 90-room lodge with a conference center... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

3:30pm CDT

SUP Tour 🛶 Explore the Lake ($50)

Friday May 9, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

Island Trail

Speakers

Lake DeGrey

Lake DeGrey State Park

Friday May 9, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

8:00am CDT

Wake + Walk 🌱 Easeful Hike & Energizing Morning Stretch

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Island Trail

Breathe in the fresh forest air, move your body, and start your day feeling refreshed! Join Anne for a peaceful, beginner-friendly hike followed by gentle standing yoga stretches among the trees. No mat needed—just comfortable clothing, sneakers or hiking boots, and a few cozy layers to stay comfortable in the crisp morning air. This is the perfect way to wake up your body, soak in nature’s beauty, and connect with the rhythm of the outdoors. Come ready to move, breathe, and enjoy the magic of the forest!

Speakers

Anne Cowie

Owner + Instructor, The Studio Outside

A Certified Yoga Instructor - RYT200 since 2014 with certifications in SUP, Prenatal, and Yin Yoga, Anne infuses joy and gratitude into all of her interactions. Her classes nurture curiosity, acceptance, and expansion through the intentionality of movement.Anne has worked as a public... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion, Outdoors

2:00pm CDT

Walking For Your life🌻Wisdom & Blessings

Saturday May 10, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Island Trail

Experience the invigorating opportunity to accompany Crystal on a serene and reflective stroll along the tranquil lakeside. Engage in an enlightening conversation to delve deeper into the profound influence, advantages, and extraordinary blessings that this timeless and revered instrument bestows upon those who seek its wisdom and guidance.

Speakers

Crystal Beshears Duncan

Founder and Lead Teacher, Powered By Heart

Crystal Beshears, PhD and E-RYT500, offers years of experience guiding individuals and groups through radical inner work. She is an educator by trade and a Yoga Teacher with purpose. She loves working with learners of all ages and is especially passionate about empowering others by... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion, Chill

3:30pm CDT

Wild Eats 101 🌿 Finds From the Forest

Saturday May 10, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

Island Trail

Embark on a one-of-a-kind foraging identification adventure! Led by Erin, a Certified Forager and Certified Mushroom Specialist, this hike through Lake DeGray State Park blends outdoor exploration with hands-on learning. As we traverse the trails, we’ll identify wild foods along the way—discussing which parts are edible, the best times to harvest, and how to spot poisonous look-alikes. You’ll gain practical skills in plant and tree identification basics, plus insights into what’s available seasonally in your region. Whether you’re a novice or a nature enthusiast, this trek offers a fun, accessible way to connect with the wild and uncover its edible treasures. Dress for the trail, bring water, and get ready to see the forest through a forager’s eyes! Please note, this is NOT a gathering trek.

Speakers

Erin Lueth

Outdoor Educator + Mushroom Specialist, Forage Nourish Repeat

Erin is an inspiring outdoor educator, leading foraging treks and teaching foraging classes with a rich blend of expertise and enthusiasm. A Certified Forager, Certified Mushroom Specialist, and NOLS Wilderness Medicine alumna, she brings deep knowledge of the wild to her teachings... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

8:00am CDT

Healing with Nature 🌱 Ground, Awaken, and Reconnect with the Sacred

Sunday May 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT

Island Trail

In this outdoor experience, reclaim your connection to nature’s transformative power. Practice grounding techniques to stabilize your body and mind, explore the natural antidepressants in soil that uplift mood, and awaken to the imaginal realm where the divine and the natural world meet. This class offers a profoundly healing journey, helping you nurture your emotional well-being, access your inner wisdom, and rediscover the sacred relationship between yourself and the earth. Step into nature’s medicine and unlock balance, wonder, and renewal.

Hiking shoes are not needed. Bring your yoga mat and a journal.

Speakers

Holly Krepps

Owner + Instructor, Circle Yoga Shala

Holly is a contemplative teacher and the visionary force behind Circle Yoga Shala, a wisdom school in the foothills of the Arkansas Ozark mountains. She is also a mother, a horsewoman, and an internationally certified yoga therapist. With a commitment spanning over three decades... Read More →

Sunday May 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Island Trail

Outdoor Nature Excursion

Wellness on the Water 2025