The Heart of Songwriting Retreat
July 21-26, 2024
North EastonNorth Easton is an accomplished performer and award-winning Canadian songwriter with an aptitude for writing evocative, thought-provoking lyrics and melodies. This, coupled with his powerful, heartfelt vocals, delivers a listening and visual experience that is not only emotional but it gets into your soul. “A performance to me is a journey into the storybook of my heart. What I’ve seen, felt and taken part in. I am caught up in the spell of creativity and fascinated by the human condition and the stage is a place where I can fearlessly share those feelings with a live audience…I love it!” With 6 studio albums, 1000’s of shows under his belt including International performances, music on U.S. Syndicated T.V., and a number of songwriting accolades, North shows no signs of slowing down. Much of his music can be found online, but if you have not caught one of his live shows, up close and personal, that is where the true magic of his craft lives. North Easton is a modern day Bard with an anthology that continues to grow. |
All-Inclusive 6-Day Retreat
 | Glamping 5 nights in a river's edge glamping tent |
 | Daily Master Classes Master classes will take your songwriting to the next level |
 | Social Hour Enjoy beverages and snacks on Mon/Wed evening |
 | Dining Delicious chef-inspired meals, beverages & desserts |
 | Yoga Optional yoga sessions at our river's edge shala |
 | Guided Hike Optional guided hike during your stay |
 | Nightly Campfires & Performances Unwind with campfire singing & performances |
| "This is songwriting at its finest. North is Canada’s Dave Matthews Band." |
| Noah SaBourin (Music Director, Live 88.5 Ottawa) |
Favourite Add-ons
 | Rafting Go on an exhilarating whitewater rafting trip |
 | Massage Relax with a 1 hour full-body massage |
Retreat Itinerary
| Day 1 |
| 4:00pm - 5:00pm Songwriters arrival, Welcome Kit Provided 5:30pm - 7:00pm Welcome to The Heart of Songwriting. Introduction to REO, Overview of the week ahead, Songwriters meet & greet. 7:00pm - Dinner 8:30pm - 10:30pm Relax with restorative yoga and then make your way to the campfire. |
| Day 2 |
| 8:15am - Breakfast 10:00am - 11:30am Session 1: Creative Curiosity 11:50am - 1:15pm Session 2: Question the Answers 1:15pm - Lunch 2:30pm - 4:30pm Session 3: The Voice of your song 5:00pm - 6:30pm Session 4: The Voice of your Heart 6:15pm - Social Hour 7:00pm - Dinner 8:30pm - 10:30pm Nightly Campfire or Hot Tub Session 1-4 Details |
| Day 3 |
| 8:15am - Breakfast 10:00am - 11:30am Session 5: Changing Perspective 11:30am - 1:15pm Session 6: A Little Common Sense goes a long way 1:15pm - Lunch 2:30pm - 5:00pm Session 7: Creative Collaboration (with more than just people) 5:30pm - 7:00pm Session 8: Presence Presents 7:00pm - Dinner 8:30pm - 10:30pm Nightly Campfire or Hot Tub Session 5-8 Details |
| Day 4 |
| 8:15am - Breakfast 10:00am - 11:30am Session 9: Creative Communication 11:30am - 1:15pm Session 10: Falling in love with Hunger 1:15pm - Lunch 2:30pm - 4:30pm Session 11: Rhythm and Rhyme 5:00pm - 6:30pm Session 12: Making Moments 6:15pm - Social Hour 7:00pm - Dinner 8:30pm - 10:30pm Stage and Campfire performances. Session 9-12 Details |
| Day 5 |
| 8:15am - Breakfast 10:00am - 11:30am Session 13: Creative Confrontation 11:50am - 1:15pm Session 14: Water the seeds 1:15pm - Lunch 2:30pm - 5:00pm Session 15: Rhythm of the Heart 5:30pm - 7:00pm Session 16: Listening to the Voice 7:00pm - Dinner 8:30pm - 10:30pm An Evening of Performances. Sharing hooks and songs of the week - open to all attendees. Session 13-16 Details |
| Day 6 |
| 8:15am - Breakfast 9:00am - 10:00am Guided group canyon hike into the Nahatlatch Canyon, a reminder to take it all in. 10:00am - 11:15am When we meet again - A final reflection and sharing. 11:15am - 11:30pm Goodbyes and Check-out. |
Rates
Sale ends January 6, 2025. All prices are per person. Groups = How many people in one tent.
Groups of 2
| Reg | Sale |
| $1799 | $1599 |
Groups of 3
| Reg | Sale |
| $1699 | $1499 |
Groups of 4+
| Reg | Sale |
| $1599 | $1349 |
Singles
Choose a private tent for 1 or a private bed in a shared unit.Single Occupancy (Private)
| Reg | Sale |
| $2199 | $1899 |
Shared Tent
| Reg | Sale |
| $1699 | $1499 |
Camping (your own tent)
| Reg | Sale |
| $1499 | $1249 |
*Up to 4 like-minded guests will be assigned to a shared tent.
Fine Print
- We are open May 2 - September 14, 2025.
- The above rates are per person based on the group size staying in one glamping tent. 10% taxes & fees added at checkout.
- The deposit required to confirm your booking is 20% with the balance due 30 days prior to arrival.
- If you cancel 30+ days in advance, any payments will convert to a credit voucher valid until August 1, 2027.
Add-on Activity List
Experience the adventure of a lifetime by going whitewater rafting on the best river's in BC. 
Relax and unwind as you float down the river with amazing scenery in view. 
Take relaxation to a new level with an hour long full-body massage.
Hike to the amazing Mehatl Waterfalls. Temporarily unavailable due to floods.
Kayak on the beautiful lakes that feed the Nahatlatch river. Min. 3 people 
Paddleboard on scenic lakes and test your balance! Min. 3 people
Trek into the wilderness and test your aim at our forested archery area. Min 2 people
For some more excitement, jump into the Nahatlatch river! Min. 2 people*We recommend booking your activities in advance to guarantee availability and to receive your itinerary upon arrival.
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