Connect with nature, nourish your body, and cultivate community at Goldberry Woods.
Explore our calendar of experiences featuring workshops, cooking classes and events that harmonize your relationship with the land, food and your inner self. Join us for transformative gatherings that awaken your senses and deepen your connection to the world around you. Connect with us via email.
RSVP FormJanuary 2024
Mocktails and Inner Visioning for 2024
Join Goldberry Woods newest team member Ferris McQuade as she leads us in grounding and visioning for the new year along with mocktails made from her own herbal tinctures. $20 pp
Sat, Jan 20th 3:00-5:00pm
February 2024
Guided Acupressure and Self-Oil Massage
This Valentine’s Day, in Union Pier, Michigan join Goldberry Woods in The Barn for a guided experience of Marma Chikitsa (Ayurvedic Acupressure) and Abhyanga (Ayurvedic Self-Oil Massage). Goldberry Woods’ newest team member, Ferris McQuade, invites you to treat yourself, or bring a partner or friend, for a loving, authentic and restorative self-touch experience. $54/pp
Wed, Feb 14th 10:30am-12:00pm
March 2024
Education, Prevention, Awareness
Nature is calling for balance, and your participation can make a world of difference! Goldberry Woods would like to invite you to our March Experience, a transformative experience designed to educate and inspire the community about the delicate ecology of Union Pier, Michigan. Dive into a hands-on journey where understanding meets action, and fear transforms into fascination. $10 pp suggested donation
Sat, Mar 16th 10:00am-12:00pm
April 2024
Spring Planting Experience
Lend a hand and gain practical experience growing your own food. Be part of the Goldberry Woods team for Spring Planting in the Hoop House. Whether you’re on Team Root or Team Brassica, you will learn about proper soil, bed preparation, irrigation and more! Enjoy a homemade hearty lunch and take home a special gift! $125 pp
Fri or Sat, April 12/13th 10:00am-12:00pm
May 2024
Part II Planting Experiences
Join us as we plant the field gardens, enjoy a homemade hearty lunch and take home a special gift! From the field gardens to prairies Goldberry Woods invites you to experience how we look full circle; utilize permaculture, biodynamics, and food forests, while also nurturing beneficial bugs, pollinators, and soil health. $125 pp
Sat, May 18th 10:00am-2:00pm
June 2024
Celebrate the beginning of Summer!
Join us to celebrate the beginning of Summer and all that has been happening since Winter Solstice 2023! Food and refreshments will feature farm fresh ingredients and offer ways to restore balance during the heat of Summer. A Taco Bar will feature Garlic Scapes, Lettuces and Rhubarb + so much more. Experience how Goldberry Woods lives full circle with organically grown veggies all year round.
$30 pp / $45 per family
Sat, Jun 22nd 4:00pm-6:00pm
July 2024
See what’s blooming at Goldberry Woods
Experience Goldberry Woods like never have before! Enjoy a unique view of the gardens with Innkeeper, Farmer and Owner, Julie. Join her as she takes you on a tour of Goldberry’s gardens and property and soak in decades of experience!
Most Saturdays 10AM (1 hour)
Learn the secret to creating lasting bouquets!
Experience Summer’s blooms and create your own unique floral bouquets. Learn the secrets from Owner, Innkeeper and lifelong gardener, Julie, exploring the magical grounds and gardens of Union Pier’s very own Goldberry Woods, a Modern Farm Resort and Micro Farm. Take home your own bouquet!
$40 pp
Sat, July 11th 6:30-8:30pm
August 2024
Get Your Grill On, Garden-to-Table Style
Join us for a unique culinary adventure! Experience Summer’s harvest and learn the secrets to creating some of Goldberry Woods signature dishes. Start by harvesting fresh fruits and vegetables directly from Goldberry Woods Farm, learn about sustainable farming practices and the importance of seasonal eating + grill with friends and community!
Max 12 participants, $99 pp (prepayment required)
Thurs, Aug 15th 6:00-8:30pm
Herbalism in Action
Welcome Carly Pinto from Nurturing Through Nature, for an exciting exploration of Goldberry Woods. Learn how to identify seasonal plants and their medicinal benefits + how to best care for our environment and maintain a mindful foraging practice.
$65 pp, Purchase Tickets at https://www.nurturingthroughnature.org/events/herb-walk-medicine-making-at-goldberry-woods
Thurs, Aug 22nd 6:00-6:15pm
September 2024
Farm Fresh Fun: Pick, Cook & Enjoy
Experience Goldberry Woods bountiful harvest at this interactive culinary adventure! Transform your freshly picked ingredients into a delicious, farm-to-table meal. Hone your grilling skills and learn new recipes!
Max 12 participants, $119 pp (prepayment required)
Sat, Sept 21st 6:00-9:00pm
October 2024
A Garden Feast Celebration
A Garden Feast Celebration. Gather with us in our lush garden setting for a seated*, family-style dinner, featuring the freshest flavors of the season. This special occasion honors the hard work and dedication that brings forth the abundance of Goldberry Woods gardens.
Friday, Oct 4th 6:30-9:00pm
- THE BARN and PINE GROVE (outdoor dining, weather permitting)
- $129 pp (prepayment required)
- Limited to 25 guests
- Pre-pay using Venmo or PayPal @goldberrywoods
- BYOB and dress to dine outdoors
November 2024
3-Day Women’s Retreat at Goldberry Woods
Nestled along the serene shores of the Galien River and just a mile from Lake Michigan, Goldberry Woods in Union Pier, Michigan, is a stunning modern farm resort. With an organic farm, heated pool, hot tub, and acres of picturesque hiking trails, it’s the perfect place to reconnect with yourself and nature.
Over the weekend, immerse yourself in yoga, meditation, breath and sound healing, and transformative energy work and insightful contemplation and exploration.
Dr. Amy Robbins will lead reflective discussions throughout the weekend centered around the theme of holding on and letting go, exploring what it means to be a woman at the “middle” stage of life and how to navigate the balance between embracing and releasing. Kelly Moore will guide yoga sessions that help you ground, feel, and embody the wholeness of your being—inviting you to hold on to what nurtures you and let go of what no longer serves.
We’re grateful to have Elizabeth Nuti joining us to lead Transformational Breath & Sound Healing—a powerful practice that supports release and renewal—and Dr. Sandra Subotich to facilitate Energetic Healing sessions that encourage you to let go of energetic blocks and welcome new possibilities. Additionally, Pierre DeBar will be on-site to provide massages for those interested in deepening their relaxation and integration.
2-Day Holiday Wellness & Yoga Retreat
Voted the top ten places to stay in the country! The moment you drive over the Michigan border, you will exhale, relax and feel a sense of joy and calm! Relax with us at Goldberry Woods in a uniquely appointed private room with a jacuzzi tub, and fireplace or bring a friend or two and stay at one of the cottages on the property. Enjoy a beautiful weekend of nature, yoga, healing, vegan food, friendship, and fun. Release, let go, open and connect to the love in your heart and the Goddess in your soul.
Massage, Reiki and intuitive readings available. There are lots of thrifting, shopping, or simply sit by the outdoor fire pit or indoor fireplace and read, or journal. Angela the psychic is coming to give readings.
We have a community kitchen where we will prepare meals together. All meals are healthy, wholesome, vegan/vegetarian. Yoga in the barn in morning, and late afternoon.
- Early Reg: by October 22, save $300
- Reg Enrollment: $1111 plus tax.
- Bring a Friend: $1444 and share the room
- No refunds
RESCHEDULED FOR 2025
Explore Heritage Recipes and Techniques with Goldberry Woods
Join us for a festive and interactive pie-making party, where we’ll share old-world skills and secrets to crafting the perfect, flaky pie crust – SPRING or FALL HARVEST – there is always room for PIE!
In this hands-on gathering, you’ll learn the techniques and tips to create a truly unforgettable pie crust, blending old-world knowledge, food science and more! Take home a delicious pie to enjoy with your family.
Max 20 participants, $54 pp or $75 per family/couple
Prepayment required VENMO or PAYPAL @goldberrywoods
December 2024
Embracing the Threshold of Winter
Join us as we prepare to welcome the longest night and the return of the sun! Immerse yourself in traditional activities that connect us to nature and each other. Come as you are, and engage at your own level.
Saturday, Dec 14th 6:30-8:30 PM
- THE BARN and PINE GROVE
- $54/person or $75/family
- Complete RSVP FORM
- PrePayment Required via Venmo or PayPal @goldberrywoods
Nature-Inspired Activities
- Labyrinth walk under the stars
- Wassailing tradition to celebrate our trees
- Make your own mythical mistletoe
- Bay leaf wish tradition
- Sustainable gift wrapping
Seasonal Food and Beverages
- Savor winter-inspired appetizers
- Warm up with signature soups
- Indulge in delicious desserts
- Enjoy hot and cold beverages, featuring specialty Winter Mocktails
As we approach the Winter Solstice (Dec 21), let’s come together to:
- Reflect on the passing year
- Set intentions for the coming cycle
- Connect with like-minded individuals
- Honor the ancient traditions of the season
Don’t miss out on this magical experience! Please reserve your spot today through our RSVP FORM and pre-pay using the Venmo or PayPal details provided
Email questions to experiences@goldberrywoods.com
