Horses, Hot Springs, & Shibari Retreat
WOMEN'S RETREAT // MAY 21-26TH, 2026// TETONS, WY
When I dream of the perfect retreat that blends outdoor adventure with novely...this is it!
By day...
We will awe struck by the breathtaking Teton Range. Horseback riding across the plains of the Wild West, biking along the Teton Range, and soaking in mineral rich waters that restore every bit of your body and soul. Each day a new adventure.
By night...
We will be going into Shibari exploration, learning how to tie and being tied. We will be taken into internal states of surrender, tenderness, playfulness, and bliss.
There is no other retreat like it!
Stellar outdoor adventure AND the Japanese Art of Shibari & Connection
A retreat of a lifetime :)
Access Pricing & Booking
What is Shibari?
Shibari, is the Japanese Art of tying the body in ropes. More than just the technical tying of the ropes on the body, this retreat guides you to a way of movement, mood, emotion, and energetics at which one applies the rope to the body.
In this art, ropes cease to be mere bindings; they become conduits of introspection, channels through which we explore not just the physical form but the emotional landscape within. Shibari, to me, is a profound dialogue—a language of sensation and ties that speaks volumes about the human spirit and our connections with ourselves and others.
For many, being ensnared within the ropes offers a profound release—a moment of embodied presence, a respite from responsibilities, a sacred space to listen to one's own inner rhythms, to feel deeply, to surrender wholly, and to experience the tactile symphony upon the skin. It transforms into a meditation, a dance in a parallel universe, a realm distinct from the ordinary, offering interactions and intimacy that transcend the mundane
Learn to Tie & Be Tied
In this retreat, participants will have the opportunity to experience both sides of the rope—the art of tying and the surrender of being tied. This practice allows you to step into both roles and explore the dynamic interplay of polarity: the leader and the follower, the giver and the receiver, the masculine and feminine, the artist and the muse.
This immersive practice invites you to discover your strengths and vulnerabilities, desires, and needs, in each role. Through this embodied exploration, you’ll gain deeper insight into yourself and your partner, cultivating trust, balance, and a greater sense of connection and understanding. Embracing both sides of the rope offers a transformative journey into understanding polarity—where each role becomes a mirror, reflecting the beauty of both surrender and control.
TRIP DETAILS
6 Day Shibari & Wilderness Retreat for Women in Tetons, Wyoming--featuring horseback riding, hotspring soaks, biking in Grand Teton National Park, and nightly Shibari classes & experiences.
Round trip van transportation from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
Retreat House Accommodation
All meals by In-House Chef, snacks, & post-adventure fizzy drinks
4 Evening Shibari Immersions with KatiBird
Horseback Riding Experience
Biking Adventure in Grand Teton National Park
Hot Springs Soak & Lounge
Optional: Guided hike with Traci of Outdoor Mavens
Gifts: Japanese Shibari Rope & Outdoor Mavens Swag
Small group experience
Professional wilderness guides who are certified first responders and knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna
Near to Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Day 0:
Log into your pre-departure Zoom meeting to meet your OM guide & KatiBird to discuss Day 1 logistics and welcoming.
Day 1:
Welcome to Jackson Hole! Your Mavens guide will pick you up at the Jackson Hole Airport between 3-5p. Enjoy a scenic 1.5 hour drive through Teton National Park and historic Jackson Hole before arriving to our mountain retreat home. Let’s settle in, have dinner, and enjoy a short opening circle with KatiBird.
Meals: D
Day 2:
Rise early today to have your coffee overlooking the Bridger Teton Forest! After a lovely breakfast we drive back up to Teton National Park to meet our biking guides for a thrilling afternoon of pedaling. Following our bike trail adventure, we travel back to our accommodation. Post dinner, enjoy your first Shibari workshop with Kati Bird.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 3:
Relish in a slower morning today, getting to know your fellow travelers. Today’s adventure brings us to a local hot spring. We soak, chat, relax, and immerse in the beautiful mountain air together.
Use the late afternoon for free time or a private session w/ Kati. In the evening we will delve further into our Shibari practice.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 4:
Today is our built in rest day. Take this unstructured day and do what you desire; journal in your space, play games, or walk the grounds. For those who enjoy more movement, your OM guide will offer an optional guided hike today.
Make sure to catch those sunset colors before we drop into a somatic evening within the Shibari ropes with Kati.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5:
Horses are the name of the game today! Channel your inner Yellowstone character as your local guide takes you on a 2.5 hour adventure through an aesthetic wilderness setting. Make friends with your horse and be present to the nature that surrounds you.
Tonight we dive deep into our final evening of conscious relating and Shibari.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6:
After a final breakfast, we close our time together with a ceremony, honoring everyone. Finally, we will transit north to Jackson Hole Airport and bid our farewells.
Deposits are $800
Pricing menu and Early Bird Sales (see bottom of page)
Airfare to JAC
Clothing & personal toiletries
Water bottles
Private Shibari Sessions
Meet you Hosts:
Kati Bird
Shibari Healer & Somatic Intimacy Educator
Kati is a world renowned Shibari Artist specializing in conscious communication and somatic trauma healing. She creates transformative spaces where intimacy and play are explored with connective depth and symbolism. Kati weaves modalities of non-violent communication, authentic relating, and sacred touch into her rope artistry. With expertise in kink and play spaces, she emphasizes boundaries, consent, and somatic techniques for personal and collective healing, expansion, and freedom.
Traci Salisbury
Outdoor Mavens Adventure Guide Founder
Traci has 10 years of experience navigating the great outdoors. She has led alternative summer breaks for kids in the Himalaya, guided countless backpacking parties in the canyons of Utah, and has led people on llama pack trips out of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She values the way that getting outdoors can facilitate healing and rejuvenation. Traci believes deeply in the intersection of adventure and mindfulness practices to increase our ability to be present and joyful
Frequently Asked Questions
We are inclusive to all of those who identify as women, or those who identify with womanhood. This retreat is for: trans women, cis women, queer women, straight women, and non-binary people who identify with womanhood.
Yes! You are welcome to sign up solo or with a friend. We will be working in pairs during the Shibari evenings. You are welcome to work with someone new each night.
In this retreat, you are welcome to wear whatever you like to feel comfortable. Some people like to wear shorts and tank top, regular clothes, underwear, or lingerie. There will be no full nudity.
We will have a special final evening session where you are welcome to dress up a bit for the rope session if you so choose. Still, everyone will have bottoms on. We will ask for group consent if people desire to be without shirts.
There will not be alcohol or substances provided at this retreat.
It is recommended to not consume substances when entering altered spaces, like Shibari.
If you chose to have a beverage after all classes are complete for the day after 9/10pm, you are welcome. Bring your own beverages.
Mocktails, bubbly sodas, tea, and cofee will be available.
Upon registration, Kati will reach out to see if this is something you would like to add to your retreat experience. Time slots will be limited.
We suggest packing a variety of layers (re: puffer, fleece layer, tights, knit hat, shorts). Layers can be shed as the day warms up. Poly-blends are great for hiking as they wick sweat away from the body
100% yes. Both of these guided experiences are planned with the beginner in mind. For biking we will be pedaling inside Teton National Park on a relatively flat, paved bike path. Horseback riding is also beginner friendly and we will be working with trained professionals.
Pricing and Payment
All prices are listed per person unless otherwise specified. Pricing includes the cost of the retreat or event itself and does not cover flight/travel expenses to and from the location.
To secure your space, a non-refundable deposit of $800 or 10% of total fee (whichever is greater)is required at the time of booking.
Full payment must be submitted no later than 60 days before the event begins. If payment is not received by this deadline, your reservation will be forfeited, and the deposit retained. In certain extenuating circumstances, a five-business-day grace period may be offered to finalize the balance.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Participants who cancel their reservation 61 days or more prior to the event will receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding the deposit. Cancellations made between 31 and 60 days before the event start date will receive a refund of 50% of the total payment. Cancellations within 30 days of the event start date are non-refundable.
Earliest Bird Countdown
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Accomodations
Fireside Haven ->
Enjoy the highest level of luxury & amenity. The Fireside Haven is a private room that features a King bed, private bathroom, indoor fireplace, AND tub!
<- Glow Hideaway
The Glow Hideawy is equipped with two full beds, a beautiful dresser, en ensuite bath, window nook, and a bright atmosphere. This is a shared room, accommodating two guests.
Emerald Lounge ->
Enjoy the calm, forest inspired colors of this shared room. The Emerald Lounge features two Queen beds, a shared bathroom, and a rustic aesthetic. This is a shared room, accomodating two guests.
<- Dark Pine
Immerse yourself in dark colors and deep cozy vibes in Dark Pine. This private room has a King bed, shared bathroom, and a private downstairs location. Perfect for someone who likes a bit of quiet space to decompress.
Highlands Bunk ->
The Highlands Bunks are the most communal space we offer on this trip. Complete with 4 beds, this room is bright, fun, & a great way to get to know your fellow travelers.
<- Cabin Nook
The Cabin Nook is cozy, yet fresh and airy, with minimalist vibes. The Cabin Nook showcases warm pine board walls, and two luxe queen beds.
