GROUNDING WITH RUTH + ROOTED WOODLAND
Let Go and Let In
A Journey of Release and Renewal
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Rooted Woodland, The Blue Mountains, Ontario
A day in the forest to release what you're carrying, and receive what you're ready for.
One day, deep in the forest, to put down what you've been carrying and make space for what's next. This isn't about fixing anything. It's about releasing what's ready to go, and letting something good in.
Held by Ruth Hirshberg (RSW) and Jodie Heffren (RN), two women who believe healing needs both release and renewal to actually stick.
Release. Restore. Receive.
We didn't want this to be a day that stops at letting go. So many days like this do, you release, you cry, you journal, and then you go home feeling lighter but a little hollowed out too.
This day is built as a full arc:
Release — Breathwork, movement, journaling, and a fire ceremony to help you name and let go of what you're ready to put down.
Restore — Time in the sauna and cold plunge, and a guided walk through the trees, to bring your body back into balance before you fill back up.
Receive — A closing practice built around what you're ready to invite in, and a letter to yourself you won't read again until it arrives in the mail.
You'll leave lighter, yes. But you'll also leave full.
This Day Is For You If...
You've been carrying something for a while and you know it's time to put it down.
You're craving a real day away, not a scroll break, an actual day.
You want to be in nature, with other women, without an agenda to perform.
You're tired of days that ask you to release without ever helping you fill back up.
You've been showing up for everyone else and now it's time to give yourself the time and space that you deserve.
What to expect
Breathwork & Movement
We start by grounding together, breath first, so your body knows it's safe here before anything else begins.
Fire Ceremony
What you're ready to release gets written down, and burned, together, around the fire.
Sauna & Cold Plunge
Heat and cold, side by side, a chance to practice staying present through discomfort and choosing your response to it.
Guided Forest Walk
A walk through Rooted Woodland's forest trail, this time inviting something back in rather than letting something go.
Letter to Yourself
You'll write a letter to who you are at the end of this day, seal it, and hand it to us. We'll mail it back to you so you have the reminder when you need it most.
Ease in as much or as little as feels right. Nothing here is required, only invited.
What You'll Leave With...
A body that feels lighter, not emptied out
Real practice releasing what you've been carrying
A guided walk back to yourself, in nature, alongside other women
A letter that will meet you again, right when you need it
Connection with a small circle of women who understand exactly what this day was for
About your hosts
Ruth Hirshberg
Ruth is a Registered Social Worker and the founder of Grounding with Ruth, a wellness practice helping women reconnect with their nervous system, their self-worth, and themselves. She's the host of Inspired Questions, a podcast built on real conversations with real women, and she's spent years learning how to sit with emotional and psychological discomfort so that you don't have to face it alone.
Jodie Heffren
Jodie is a Registered Nurse, best-selling author, and certified breathwork and cold plunge facilitator with nearly two decades of healthcare experience. She's the founder of Rooted Woodland, a 42-acre forest sanctuary in The Blue Mountains, where she guides day retreats and workshops rooted in nervous system regulation in nature. Her approach meets people where they are — inviting them just past the edge of comfort,
and back to themselves.
You don't need to have it all figured out before you come. You don't need to know exactly what you're releasing, or exactly what you want to invite in instead.
You just need to be willing to give yourself one day.
This is your invitation.
Early Bird: SOLD OUT
Standard: $349 + HST
Saturday, October 24, 2026 (rain date: October 25)
Rooted Woodland, The Blue Mountains, Ontario
Only 12 spots
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is Rooted Woodland?
Full address and arrival details will be sent to registered guests before the day.
Do I need experience with breathwork, cold plunge, or anything like this?
No experience needed. Every part of the day is guided, and you're always encouraged to listen to your own body. Cold plunge is optional.
What if I have questions before I register?
Reach out to either of us directly and we're happy to help you decide if this is the right day for you. You can reach us at [email protected] or [email protected].
What should I bring?
A full packing list will be sent to registered guests ahead of time. Expect comfortable clothing and a bathing suit.
Is food provided?
Yes, a nourishing lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Dietary needs will be collected after registration.
What happens after I register?
You'll get a confirmation email, followed by arrival details, a packing list, and anything else you need before October 24.
Is my ticket refundable?
This ticket is non-refundable, but it is fully transferable. If you're no longer able to attend, you're welcome to pass your spot to someone else, just let us know who's coming in your place so we can update our records.