FAQs
Q: Should I bring my yoga mat?
Mats and props are provided. Bring your yoga mat if you prefer to use your own.
Q: What should I bring?
Please bring toiletries, comfortable clothing, walking/hiking shoes, flashlight, an alarm clock and rain clothes.
Q: Is cell phone available at the farm?
Cell phone reception is variable at the farm….but possible.
Q: Is the internet available at the farm?
Yes, for laptop users.
Q: What if I get hungry between meals?
We serve up hearty meals. You might still get the munchies so if you have some favorite goodies and snacks (like granola bars, etc. or protein/greens drink) feel free to bring them. There will be toast and fruit available for snacks. Juice, soy milk, and milk will be available in the fridge.
Q: Is booking a massage possible?
Yes! Massage is available on site.
Q: How do I get to Salt Spring Island?
Air: If you are coming from afar; the closest airport is Victoria. There, you can rent a car or take a cab to the Schwartz Bay ferry terminal and catch a ferry to Salt Spring Island (and you will be picked up once you reach Salt Spring Island). If you are coming from the Vancouver area you can travel on the ferry or take a float plane to Salt Spring.
Ferries: The easiest way to get to Salt Spring from Vancouver is on the morning sailing from Tsawwassen to Long Harbour on Salt Spring Island. If you are planning to travel by car on this Tsawwassen/Long Harbour Ferry, please make a reservation. You might want to leave on the same route that leaves from Long Harbour in the afternoon or evening on Sunday.
Other ferry sailing options: If you are coming from Vancouver and the above option does not work for you, then you could opt to take the following sailing from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay and get a ‘through pass’ to Fulford Harbour/SSI.
You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
If you are coming from Nanaimo /Duncan area, You will want to come by Crofton/Vesuvius(SSI)…
You can’t make a reservation on this ferry.
* These ferries are very busy on the Fridays so plan to travel early if you don’t have a reservation.
Q: What is the address of the retreat?
The Retreat will be held at:
Stowel Lake Farm
190 Reynolds Road
Salt Spring Island, BC