In addition to Wild Heart’s therapy services and personalized ceremony and retreat offerings, we also invite you to join us for group retreats and community events at Wild Heart Preserve. These events allow us to connect to nature and explore topics of renewal and regrowth in a safe and sacred setting, both in depth and in person. We hope you join us!
Step away from the buzz of the city.
Give yourself the gift of a day to rest, breathe, and remember what truly matters.
At Wild Heart Preserve, At Wild Heart Preserve, a private 113-acre sanctuary in the Texas Hill Country, you’ll find a space of stillness and beauty—far from electronics, noise, and overwhelm. Here, the land itself becomes your guide.
This is a day to reset your nervous system, release the weight of stress, and reconnect with your own heart and being.
Unplug & Restore offers you a chance to get away for a day in the wilderness, so you can return with greater clarity, calm, and connection. Nature has a way of reminding us who we are and bringing us back to balance.
*Limited to 10 spaces to keep the experience intimate.
Unplug & Restore offers you a chance to get away for a day in the wilderness, so you can return with greater clarity, calm, and connection. Nature has a way of reminding us who we are and bringing us back to balance.
*Limited to 10 spaces to keep the experience intimate.
The Solstice invites us to pause in the deepest dark and to listen. On this day of sacred stillness, we gather at Wild Heart Preserve to honor the wisdom of the dark. In this heart-centered gathering we welcome the light. We’ll mindfully walk the labyrinth, tend our inner flame with reflection and intent. We mark the return of the light with ritual, ceremony and a shared meal. Through sacred time in nature, we release what is complete and welcome what wants to begin. This is a tender, inclusive space—rooted in gratitude, reverence, and the warmth of community.
We gather on the land of Wild Heart Preserve from 10am to 4pm to slow down, tune into our hearts and the heart of nature, marvel at the beauty around us and together honor the ancient webs of interconnectedness. All ages are welcome.
These open community gatherings are perfect for those seeking an eco-spiritual journey, regardless of their specific religious background, and those who value or are seeking community and shared experiences. Those who are open to exploring spirituality beyond traditional religious frameworks and individuals who appreciate ritual and ceremony as a means of connecting with the sacred may find the symbolic activities and Earth based ceremonies at Wild Heart Sanctuary to be meaningful and spiritually enriching.
Every gathering is unique and centered around a theme. We begin by meeting in a circle and sharing a time of poetry, stories, song, nature practices and ceremony fitting to the month's theme. At each gathering, we also make time for solo wandering on the land. This gives each of us a time to slow down, to venture out to our own sacred quiet time and to listen and connect to the sounds of nature and our own hearts. We return again to our circle for a time of group reflection, blessing and closing ceremony. Learn more about these events below.
Spending time in nature has been linked to improved mental well-being, reduced stress and increased overall happiness. Wild Earth Sanctuary gatherings provide a monthly opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in the healing and grounding energies of the Earth and the sacred land of Wild Heart Preserve.
The rituals and ceremonies performed in Wild Earth gatherings can be deeply symbolic and meaningful. These practices often provide a sense of purpose, marking transitions, honoring the seasons, finding inspiration in the cycles of nature and the interconnectedness of all living things and acknowledging the sacred in everyday life.
The tranquil setting of a Wild Earth Sanctuary provides an opportunity for personal reflection and introspection. Participants may use this time to reflect on their values, life goals and the ways in which they can contribute to the well-being of the Earth.
Spending time outdoors and engaging in activities like walking, hiking or practicing yoga in a natural setting can contribute to physical health. Fresh air, sunlight and physical activity all play a role in promoting a healthy lifestyle.
We often gather to celebrate the changing seasons and life's natural rhythms. This cyclical observance can bring a sense of continuity and meaning.
The natural environment serves as a conducive space for mindfulness and being present in the moment as you tune into your heart and your senses. Practices such as mindfulness meditation, contemplation, honoring and observation of nature can cultivate a deeper sense of awareness and presence.
Engaging in Earth-based spirituality often leads to a heightened awareness of environmental issues and a commitment to sustainable practices. Participants may develop a sense of responsibility for the Earth and take actions to minimize their ecological impact.
Wild Earth gatherings often create a sense of community and shared experience. Participants can build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals, fostering a supportive network that extends beyond the regular gatherings.
We embrace a diversity of spiritual beliefs, practice, and people, creating an inclusive space where individuals from various life, cultural and religious backgrounds can come together in a spirit of openness and acceptance.
Important Notes: Wild Heart Preserve is about a 1.5-hour drive from San Antonio and a 2-hour drive from Austin. We encourage you to make a day or half day of the journey. We welcome you to bring your lunch and take time afterwards to explore the landscape. Fredericksburg is about a 30-minute drive away and is home to many restaurants, local shops and Texas wine tasting.
We will be meeting outdoors in (light) rain or shine, unless driving conditions are unsafe. Hiking shoes or sneakers are necessary for the terrain. Please wear clothing based on the weather. We suggest long pants and dressing in layers.
We will be having a pot luck meal. We will take pause to share a meal together under the majestic Cedar Elms.
We will be having a pot luck meal. We will take pause to share a meal together under the majestic Cedar Elms.
