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What is a Cancer Wellness Retreat?

Wind River Cancer Wellness Retreats bring together men and women who want to further explore their cancer journey, focusing on living more fully and authentically.

Nestled in the woods of western North Carolina, our retreats provide a healing place in nature for laughter, storytelling and connecting with others living with all types of cancer.

Our 4 day wellness retreats are held primarily in the spring and fall and provide an introduction to various techniques for reducing stress and living a healthier, more balanced life.  Things like: Qi Gong and Gentle Yoga, Guided Imagery, Healthy Eating, Art and Music, Hikes, Bonfires and time to relax and listen to the sounds of a babbling creek in a hammock.

As Gandhi once said:

 “There is more to life than increasing its speed.”



Applications for Spring 2012 Now Being Accepted

Latest Wind River Happenings

  • In Loving Memory Over the past 12 months, we have had to say goodbye to 10 wonderful retreat alumni.   In addition to our annual candle lighting ceremony, we have created this slide show ...
    Posted Feb 19, 2012 9:47 AM by Info Info
  • February 2012 Newsletter! Just published!  Enjoy the great stories and informationShannon & DaveWind River February 2012 Newsletter
    Posted Feb 7, 2012 4:38 AM by Info Info
  • Congraduations to Wind River Alum!   "My Heart represents hope as the magic that allows us to endure the unthinkable." Congratulations to our 2009 alum Stephanie Caplan for her painting being entered into the current Travelling ...
    Posted Feb 19, 2012 9:51 AM by Info Info
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Newsletter & Press

- aired October 24, 2011 and highlights the story of retreat alum Dana DiPerna Pillsbury and our property!

Fox News Charlotte - Spread Your Wings
Fox News Charlotte aired a GREAT 2 minute piece on the incredible Spread Your Wings for Wind River Music Benefit that was held on March 27, 2011 at the Double Door in Charlotte. The broadcast really captured the heart of the event! 









Wind River's Very Own Iron Woman!



Shout out to Gabrielle Haskell for the completion of the Mooseman ½ Iron Man in New Hampshire! (70.3 miles).  

Running, swimming AND biking for Wind River, Gab said she was highly motivated to keep going when her body said stop.  Thank you Gabrielle and all of your supporters for making a difference!  

Join us!

We have been providing these retreats and other support programs free of charge since 2007 and are forever grateful to the MANY individual donors, small business sponsors and volunteers who have made this all possible.  Join us and make a difference




At the Heart of Wind River ...
(recent quotes from retreat alumni)

"It has been two months since my Retreat, and I am still in total amazement from my Wind River experience. ... 

To be able to share my story and gleam from others was priceless.  The laughter along with the tears was healing to my soul.  I'm still in awe and find myself going back there in my mind on a daily basis for strength (and humor)!"  
Fall Wind River Alum 2011


Thank you AAA Adventure Trips for renewing your Sponsorship for a 3rd consecutive year!