The Harvest & Release Retreat is a 3-day immersive experience designed to guide you through the natural process of letting go.

Inspired by the Metal element in Traditional Chinese Medicine—associated with the lungs and large intestine—this work centers around:

• release

• reset

• breath

• creating space

Through a blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine, sound healing, breathwork, intentional movement, tea ceremony, and nature-based practices, you’ll be guided through a deeply intentional journey:

From awareness → to release → to integration.

So you can leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself.

What you’ll experience

This weekend is not about doing more. It’s about creating space. Throughout the retreat, you’ll experience:

• Guided breathwork + meditation

• Sound healing journeys

• Traditional Chinese Medicine teachings

• Tea ceremonies rooted in intention

• Qigong and energy-based movement

• Slow, intentional movement practices to support release

• A guided waterfall hike + nature immersion

• Forest bathing + reflective practices

• A repot and repurpose intentional activity

• Spacious time for rest and integration

Each experience is designed to build on the next—supporting both physical and emotional release in a grounded, supportive environment.

Where we'll be Staying

Sherwood House

Maplecrest, NY

The Sherwood House is a stunning retreat property nestled in the Catskill Mountains of Upstate New York, surrounded by the breathtaking colors of peak autumn foliage. With warm communal spaces, cozy porches, and balconies overlooking the mountain landscape, Sherwood is the perfect container for a weekend of release and renewal.

Sample schedule

Each day is thoughtfully structured to guide you through a progression:

Day 1 — Arrive & Soften

 Settle in, connect, and begin to slow down through tea, grounding practices, and a gentle opening sound bath.

Day 2 — Feel & Release

Move, breathe, and explore deeper layers through yoga, TCM teachings, nature immersion, and a powerful release ceremony.

Day 3 — Integrate & Expand

Reconnect to yourself through stillness, reflection, and integration—so you can carry this work forward.

What's Included

• 2 nights accommodation

• Most meals (fresh, nourishing, intentionally prepared)

• Tea service + ceremonial experiences

• All classes, workshops, and activities

• Guided hikes + nature experiences

• Welcome gift upon arrival

Pricing Tiers

A $500 deposit secures your spot. | Payment plans are available.

Shared Comfort — $925 (Most Popular)

Shared room with one other guest

Spacious and comfortable

Private Room — $1,250 (Limited)

Your own private space for the weekend

Premium King / Couples — $1,650

King bed, ideal for travelers wanting a more elevated experience

Ideal for traveling with a loved one , split rate available

About the Hosts

Shayna "Shay" Pepe

Sound Healer · Reiki Practitioner · Mind-Body Facilitator

Shayna specializes in helping people reconnect to their bodies through movement, breath, and energy work. Her approach blends strength and softness—guiding you to both feel deeply and move through what you uncover.

Milana “Mil” Shaikh

Licensed Chinese Herbalist · Acupuncturist · Sound Healer · Reiki Practitioner · Yoga Teacher

Milana specializes in helping women restore hormone balance, digestive function, and nervous system regulation through personalized, root-cause care. With a deep reverence for the wisdom held in a woman's body, she bridges the science of functional health with the art of listening — to lab work, yes, but also to the quiet signals that often go unheard. Milana's work is rooted in the belief that true healing isn't about doing more; it's about coming home to yourself. Her clients don't just feel better — they come to understand themselves in a whole new way.