Reconnect and Recharge in the Heart of Nature

October 31 - November 2, 2025 at Wild Rice Retreat

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Wild Rice Retreat

The ideal re enchantment venue

Nestled amongst the hugging pines and lapping waters of Lake Superior outside Bayfield, Wisconsin, Wild Rice is a vibrant resort destination founded on the pillars of nourishment, expression, and movement.

Realizing the desire for holistic experiences immersed in nature, Wild Rice created a haven for peace and connection.

Cabin in the woods

What to Expect at Wild Rice Retreat

Nestled in the serene beauty of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, Wild Rice Retreat offers the perfect backdrop for reconnection and renewal. During your stay, you’ll experience:

  • Dina and Michael

    Immersive Learning

    Thoughtful programming designed to strengthen your bond through guided workshops and hands-on activities.

  • Cabin on the edge of the woods

    Tranquil Surroundings

    Modern Scandinavian-inspired accommodations are surrounded by forest and lake views, creating a peaceful escape from daily life.

  • Yoga Space

    Personalized Connection

    Opportunities to explore and practice relationship tools in a supportive and confidential group setting.

  • Breakfast Nook under a window

    Unwind and Recharge

    Enjoy nourishing meals, rejuvenating amenities like the sauna, and ample downtime to process, rest, and reconnect with your partner.

Inclusions

» Wild Rice Retreat’s most luxurious lodging, The Nest

» 10 hours of support and programming from The Connecting Couple

» All meals, locally sourced and prepared

» All Wild Rice Retreat amenities including 24/7 sauna and daily yoga

» The Connecting Couple’s special curated welcome bundle of items for you and your partner

» All taxes and fees

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Inclusions & Investment

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Investment:

$2,400 per couple

$750 non-refundable deposit.

Full balance due 60 days prior to retreat.

  • "We learned how to appreciate each other more and to repair most effectively and it has stayed with us!

    Our number of positive connections grows every day!! This is everything!!"

  • "A beautiful surprise! So intimate, safe, packed full of intense emotional connections.

    A great prescription for relationships at any stage."

  • "I found the connections so meaningful...

    The lodging/retreat center itself was beautiful - the setting overlooking Lake Superior, the woods, the quaint cabin, the food, and most importantly the community of couples...

    I enjoyed the materials, the yoga, the dialogue, and the box of gifts- a special touch."

Detailed Itinerary

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Friday:

4:00pm

5:30pm

6:00-7:00pm

7:15-9:15pm

Arrival

Social Hour

Welcome evening meal

Connecting Couple Introduction & Launching Re Enchantment

24/7: Open Sauna & Rain Shower

Interior of Sauna

Saturday

8:00-9:00am

9:00-10:00am

10:30-11:45am

12:00-2:00pm

2:00-3:30pm

3:45-4:45pm

5:00-6:30pm

7:00-9:00pm

Light breakfast

Optional Partner Yoga & Guided Meditation in Peace Pod with Dina or Morning Yoga in Great Room with Wild Rice Instructor

Brunch

Differentiation, Dialogue, & Communication

Break & Exploration

Why Us?

Evening meal

Intimacy & Stretching

24/7: Open Sauna & Rain Shower

Breakfast Nook under an Open Window

Sunday

8:00-9:00am

9:00-10:30am

11:00-12:00pm

12:00-1:30pm

Light breakfast

Rupture & Restoring Connection

Brunch

Re Envisioning Relationship… What and How & Final Farewells

Dina and Michael

Meet Dina and Michael Clabaugh

Dina and Michael Clabaugh bring decades of experience helping couples strengthen their relationships and rediscover connection. Dina, a licensed clinical social worker, combines her expertise in attachment, neuroscience, and relational therapies with a compassionate and practical approach. Michael, a couple therapist with advanced training in relationship dynamics, offers deep insight into the challenges and growth opportunities within intimate partnerships.

Together, they create a supportive and enriching environment where couples can explore, learn, and reconnect.