# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mindfulness & Grief Retreat - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: A weekend to help you navigate grief with mindfulness practices and healing activities.About this EventMINDFULNESS & GRIEF RETREAT October 3–5, 2025 | Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa | Buena Vista, Colorado Join us for three restorative days of healing, reflection, and renewal. Surrounded by the healing waters of Cottonwood Hot Springs and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains, this retreat offers guided meditations, group sessions, creative grief processing, and meaningful connection—rooted in the Building H.O.P.E. model for Resilience and Change.WHAT TO EXPECT • Mindfulness practices to ease grief • Brush With Grief creative workshop • Fire ceremony and group circles • Guided time for rest, renewal, and community • Scenic hiking, soaking in mineral-rich hot springs, and optional outingsLOCATION HIGHLIGHTS • Creekside hot springs, sauna, and scenic trails • Peaceful private and shared accommodations • Near San Isabel National Forest and Arkansas RiverITINERARY SNAPSHOT Friday: Arrival · Welcome Dinner · Opening Circle Saturday: Mindfulness · Brushmaking · Fire Ceremony Sunday: Integration Workshop · Closing Circle · LunchRETREAT COST (Early Bird by Aug 31) Private Room: $1800 ($200 off with code EARLY) Shared Room: $1300 Includes welcome dinner, daily lunch, all sessions, and up to 8 CEUs.YOUR FACILITATOR Andrew Koch, MA, LPC Licensed counselor and founder of Contemplative Caregiver LLC. Specializing in grief work, mindfulness, and caregiver support.Agenda🕑: 04:00 PM - 08:30 PMDay 1: Welcoming Dinner & Sharing HopesInfo: Participants arrive between 4:00–6:00 PM for check-in and relaxation at Cottonwood Hot Springs. A welcome dinner with organic dishes begins at 6:00 PM. At 7:00 PM, we’ll gather for an opening circle with introductions, intention-setting, and group meditation.🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:00 PMDay 2: Discovering Mindfulness and Exploring GriefInfo: Begin the day with a mindfulness session (9:30–11:00 AM), followed by a group lunch (11:30–12:30 PM). In the afternoon, participants join the Brush With Grief Workshop (2:00–4:00 PM). The evening concludes with a reflective listening circle and fire ceremony (8:00–9:00 PM).🕑: 09:30 AM - 03:00 PMDay 3: Integration, Closure, and DepartureInfo: Participants will engage in an integration workshop and closing ceremony from 9:30–11:30 AM. Checkout is at 1:00 PM, with an off-site lunch at Eddyline Brewery in Buena Vista at 2:00 PM. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buena-vista/mindfulness-and-grief-retreat/100001330438861449 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, health-wellness, meditation, trekking, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-07-31T22:00:00Z - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 1922.57, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Buena Vista - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa - **lat**: 38.81276769999999 - **long**: -106.2218408 - **full address**: Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa, 18999 County Road 306, Buena Vista, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mindfulness & Grief Retreat - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1cbb67199e029abc6f1a217c92762c53b2f2df07ee1a0df3b15ff09ed47c7484-rimg-w592-h695-dc454947-gmir.jpg?v=1759968445 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mindfulness & Grief Retreat being held? - **A:** Mindfulness & Grief Retreat takes place on Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa, 18999 County Road 306, Buena Vista, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Mindfulness & Grief Retreat? - **A:** Tickets for Mindfulness & Grief Retreat are priced at USD 1,923 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityPrivate RoomUSD 1,923 + USD 123 feeLimitedShared RoomUSD 1,389 + USD 89 feeLimitedSponsor a CaregiverFreeLimited - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Mindfulness & Grief Retreat? - **A:** Mindfulness & Grief Retreat is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mindfulness & Grief Retreat? - **A:** Mindfulness & Grief Retreat is organized by Contemplative Caregiver. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mindfulness & Grief Retreat is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Buena Vista, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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