YOGA & HIKING in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
September 10-14, 2015
Experience an unforgettable yoga and hiking adventure in the majestic Yosemite National Park,
California. 5 days, 4 nights of communing with nature, practicing yoga, and exploring the
beauty of one of our country’s most beloved parks. All levels of yoga experience are welcome.
TRIP ITINERARY
Polly Dome Lakes/May Lake Including Mt Hoffman Summit: This is a great trip for beginner
and intermediate backpackers. The trail up to Mt. Hoffman will take us into the land of marmots
living on High Sierra summits. From the top of Mt. Hoffman , you will be able to see a
breathtaking panorama that includes Half Dome and views of two river canyons in the center of
Yosemite.
Day 1: Backpack under 2 miles from Trailhead to May Lake Camp (approx 500 ft elevation gain)
Day 2: Day Hike 3 mile to Mt. Hoffman and back to May Lake Camp (approx 1250 ft elevation gain)
Day 3: Backpack 4.5 mile to Polly Dome and set up camp
Day 4: Day Hike 5 mile to Polly Dome Lake and back to camp (less than 1000 ft elevation gain)
Day 5: Backpack 3.5 mile from Polly Dome to Trailhead (less than 500 ft elevation gain)
LOGISTICS
We will spend the first 2 nights at May Lake campground (with running water, bathrooms,
showers, and electricity). The other two nights will be camping in the “wild” (no running water
available, no electricity, a “leave no trace policy” applies). All participants will share the load of
food and gear, which will be about 10-17 lbs. Depending on the weight of the gear you bring, you
may be carrying 20-30 lbs for the initial hike from the trailhead to May Lake Camp (under 2 miles).
The 2 subsequent backpacking hikes will be less weight, as we consume food and water each day.
Two hikes will be camp-based, meaning you won’t be carrying a load besides a day pack.
We will have a yoga session either in the morning before our hike, or afterwards, in the afternoon.
Two wilderness guides will lead the hikes, as well as cook all our meals. Food is locally sourced and
organic when possible.
INVESTING IN YOU
$999 includes 4 night tent accommodations (either double or single), daily yoga
session, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and water), professional
wilderness guides, wilderness permits, tents, bear cans, and backpacks (if needed).
You will need to bring your own sleeping bags/pads, yoga mat and personal clothing/items.
$300 deposit is required to reserve your spot. Balance is to be paid by August 15, 2015. To
register, please email: [email protected] or call: 917-348-5757
Cancellation Policy: Retreat fee minus $100 will be returned only if your place can be filled. If you cancel within 7 days of the
trip, the entire retreat fee is forfeited. No refunds issued due to inclement weather.
There is a maximum of 10 participants for this retreat, so register early!
Airfare and transportation to Yosemite are not included. The closest airport is Fresno, about 1.5
hours away. Alternately, you can fly into San Francisco or Oakland, about 4.5 hours away. If people
book the same flights, I can help arrange with carpooling/transportation.
Chia-Ti Chiu is a certified yoga teacher and Thai bodyworker. She received her
first certification in yoga therapy from the Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana
Samsthana in Bangalore, India, in 2003. She trained in classical hatha yoga through
the Sivananda Vedanta Yoga Camp and in yin yoga with Victor Chang (Yoga in
Asia). Chia-Ti has been teaching group and private classes for adults, teens, and
elders in NYC for over a decade. She teaches internationally in Thailand, Haiti and
in Ghana. Grateful for the blessings that her practice has brought into her life,
Chia-Ti is dedicated to bringing these gifts in service of her communities. For more
information about Chia-Ti and the wellness services she offers, please visit her
website: www.onelovewellness.com