Guided Forest Bathing
Certified practitioners lead slow, sensory nature immersion sessions that encourage mindfulness, stress reduction, and deeper connection with the forest. Sound baths can be added for a more therapeutic experience.
Explore a restorative gathering experience rooted in guided forest bathing, mindful wellness, creative expression, and deep nature connection. Hosted by Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills on a secluded 58-acre preserve near Laurelville, this page outlines immersive forest therapy programming, retreat-style support, and customizable experiences for groups seeking renewal, reflection, and meaningful connection.
Immersive nature, wellness, and creative offerings designed for meaningful group restoration and mindful connection.
Certified practitioners lead slow, sensory nature immersion sessions that encourage mindfulness, stress reduction, and deeper connection with the forest. Sound baths can be added for a more therapeutic experience.
Custom wellness retreats combine forest bathing with yoga, massage, somatic breathwork, sound baths, meditation areas, functional fitness, chef-prepared delicious, healthy meals, and lifestyle coaching options.
Multi-day group retreats offer a private, nature-based setting for organized wellness gatherings focused on nervous-system reset, deep rest, reflection, and shared renewal.
Single-day retreats and workshops support teams, leadership groups, and private gatherings with intentional schedules, wellness activities, nature walks, and creative reset experiences.
Enhance conference or retreat programming with meditation, yoga, massage, sound bathing, breathwork, instructor-led workouts, wild edibles tours, and plant-based chef experiences.
Curated local outings may include hiking in Hocking Hills, glass blowing at Jack Pine Studio, Butterfly Ridge visits, rock climbing, ziplining, canoeing, cycling, and more.
Your experience starts with a complimentary consultation with Raven to understand your group size, goals, preferred pace, and desired outcomes, from quiet reflection to a more structured conference-style retreat.
Guests consistently praise the peaceful setting, creative atmosphere, and deeply restorative retreat experience.
A rare blend of forest immersion, artful design, and personalized wellness support.
A secluded 58-acre Hocking Hills setting creates space for quiet, focused restoration.
Handcrafted sculptures, carvings, murals, and lodge details make the property deeply immersive.
Raven helps tailor each gathering around wellness goals, group needs, and retreat flow.
Located near Laurelville, the retreat feels remote while staying close to amenities.
Intentional hosts guiding art, wellness, and nature experiences.
Co-Owner/Host
Raven is the Co-Owner and Host of Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, an adults-only immersive art and nature wellness retreat center nestled on a 58-acre private preserve near Laurelville, Ohio. As co-creator of the retreat, Raven brings a deeply intentional approach to every detail of the guest experience, thoughtfully designing spaces and programming that foster transformation through the integration of art, nature, and wellness. Her vision has helped shape Raven's Retreat into the Midwest's most soulful creative sanctuary, earning near-perfect ratings across Airbnb, VRBO, and Google. From curating customizable wellness experiences to welcoming corporate teams, couples, and creative professionals, Raven is committed to ensuring every guest leaves feeling restored, inspired, and deeply connected to the natural world around them.
Co-Owner/Master Sculptor
Dustin Weatherby is the Co-Owner and Master Sculptor behind Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, where his extraordinary artistic vision transforms the entire 58-acre property into a living work of art. As co-creator of the retreat, Dustin has hand-crafted the immersive artistic elements that define the experience, including striking steel sculptures, intricate wood carvings, tile murals, and a stunning black walnut kitchen featured in the Sculptor's Art Lodge. He also performs live sculpture performances for guests, offering a rare and captivating window into his creative process. Dustin's philosophy of eco-conscious, mindful design is woven into every corner of the property, making Raven's Retreat a destination where craftsmanship, sustainability, and nature converge into something truly unforgettable for every guest who visits.
A forest bathing event is a guided nature immersion experience focused on slowing down, engaging the senses, and connecting with the forest environment. Unlike hiking, the goal is not distance or exertion. Participants may be led through mindful walking, stillness, sensory prompts, reflection, and optional sound or meditation practices.
Talk with Raven to shape a restorative group experience.
4.96 average from 390+ guest reviews.
4.95 average from 38 guest reviews.
4.97 rating across 91 Google reviews.
Share your group size, goals, preferred dates, and desired wellness experiences. Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills will help you explore available options and design a thoughtful gathering.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 614-783-6143. You can also send us a quick email at stay@ravensretreathockinghills.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 614-783-6143. You can also send us a quick email at stay@ravensretreathockinghills.com.