Saddle & Paddle Retreat
A 3-hour Intuitive Journey where Earth Meets Water to explore by Horseback and Stand-up Paddleboard at Sunset Beach Resort, Lake Diefenbaker!
Trust the Ride - On Land, On Water, In Life
Join us for a 3-hour elemental journey of trust through earth and water that includes:
A 90-minute horseback ride through a Nature Reserve along Lake Diefenbaker at Sunset Beach Resort with Misty River Trail Rides
A guided intuitive connection with the horses led by Alaine with Misty River Trail Rides
A 90-minute stand-up paddleboard experience on Lake Diefenbaker at Sunset Beach Resort with Back2Nature
A guided meditation on the stand-up paddleboard to drop you into your body and connect you with your intuition
An invitation to connect with your intuition, rhythm, and trust
Step into a transformative outdoor experience that invites you to connect deeply with nature, your body, and your inner wisdom. Saddle & Paddle combines the grounded presence of a 90-minute guided horseback ride with the fluid reflection of a 90-minute stand-up paddleboard journey—each element mirroring the path of intuitive trust.
We begin on land, where you’ll partner with a horse and be guided not just in movement, but in presence. These wise and sensitive animals offer subtle reflections of your inner state, opening space for insight, clarity, and connection.
Then, we shift to water. With paddle in hand, you’ll float into stillness and surrender, ending the journey with a water meditation designed to help you listen to your inner current and integrate what nature has revealed.
This is more than an adventure—it’s a call to slow down, trust the ride, and reconnect with the elemental wisdom within.
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Saddle & Paddle
An Elemental Journey of Trust Through Earth and Water
There are moments in life when we are called to slow down, to listen not with our ears—but with our whole body. To soften the grip of needing to know what’s next and instead lean into a deeper, more ancient rhythm: the wisdom of nature, the whisper of intuition, the language of trust.
Saddle & Paddle is an immersive, soul-nourishing experience that blends the grounded power of a guided horseback ride with the calming flow of a stand-up paddleboard meditation. Over three hours, you’ll journey through two of nature’s most potent teachers—earth and water—as mirrors to your own inner landscape.
The Ride — Grounded in Earth
We begin on horseback, where the solid, steady heartbeat of the earth meets you through the intuitive presence of your horse. Horses are deeply sensitive beings, often attuned to what we’re holding—emotionally, energetically, even unconsciously. With the support of an experienced guide, you’ll ride not just across the land, but into deeper connection with yourself.
This part of the experience invites you to explore:
What am I holding in my body today?
Where do I grip the reins in life?
What does trust feel like in motion?
Whether you're new to riding or an experienced equestrian, this guided 90-minute journey is about more than technique—it's about surrendering to the moment and letting your horse become a mirror for your truth.
The Paddle — Flowing with Water
After grounding in the strength of the land, you’ll shift into the element of water, where fluidity, emotion, and deep inner reflection await.
On your stand-up paddleboard, you'll glide across waters, soaking in the sun, the sounds, and the spaciousness of open sky. As you paddle, you'll be guided into a rhythm that encourages presence and flow—culminating in a gentle, floating meditation designed to open the heart and integrate the insights from the ride.
Water invites you to ask:
Where can I release control and simply float?
What wants to move through me now?
How can I trust the current of my life?
A Soulful Integration of Land, Body, and Breath
This experience is designed to move you from grounded movement to graceful surrender—to feel the support of the earth beneath you, then the gentle invitation of water to release, reflect, and realign.
You’ll leave feeling:
Reconnected with your body’s wisdom
Grounded in your inner knowing
Energized by nature’s elements
Clearer, softer, more aligned
This is for you if:
You’re craving time in nature that’s both adventurous and restorative
You want to deepen your connection with animals, your intuition, and your inner rhythm
You’re seeking a mindful, heart-centered outdoor experience that speaks to both the body and soul
You’re ready to trust the ride—on land, on water, and in life
Come with a curious heart. Leave with a deeper trust in yourself.
Let the horse teach you presence. Let the water teach you flow.
Let the land and sky reflect the beauty you’ve always carried. -
Sunset Beach Resort on Lake Diefenbaker, Saskatchewan
Located approximately 1-hour south of Saskatoon.
Detailed directions will be emailed to you up sign up!
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The following is included in this Saddle & Paddle Retreat:
Skilled, trained and knowledgeable guides
90-minute guided horseback ride
A guided intuitive connection with the horses led by Alaine with Misty River Trail Rides
90-minute stand-up paddleboard experience
A guided meditation on the stand-up paddleboard to drop you into your body and connect you with your intuition
An invitation to connect with your intuition, rhythm, and trust
Small group experience (Limited to 5 guests for per time slot)
Safety equipment (first aid supplies)
Participants must provide:
Closed-toe shoes for horseback riding (with a small heel preferred)
Submersible footwear for paddling
Clothing layers to keep you warm while paddling (base layer, sweater, rain gear, toque, mitts)
Extra change of clothes
Towel
Water bottle
Transportation to Sunset Beach Resort
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$249 CAD + tax & fees/person
Limited to 5 participants per time slot.
Recommended age - 18+
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This experience will be offered on these dates:
Friday, August 8th
Saturday, August 9th
Sunday, August 10th
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Level 1: This experience is open to beginner paddlers. You are welcome to sit for the entire duration of the experience. You must be comfortable paddling in a straight line, turning and stopping. Having taken a stand-up paddleboard lesson previously is recommended if you’re feeling unsure. We offer lessons if you’re feeling like that may be beneficial prior to an experience with Back2Nature!
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What should I wear?
Paddling
You can wear a swim suit underneath a base layer (we recommend a short sleeved or long sleeved top). Then pack with you a sweater and a rain jacket. As for bottoms, we recommend wearing a quick dry material of shorts, capris or pants and bringing with you a pair of rain pants. As for your feet, we recommend submersible footwear that you can get wet. You may wish to pack socks to wear on the stand-up paddleboard at night. Please bring with you an extra change of clothes and footwear.
Sauna
Before arriving to your outdoor guided sauna experience, we recommend that you shower first.
We recommend that you wear light breathable clothing or a bathing suit in the sauna.
Light breathable clothing will prevent you from overheating in the sauna. Be sure that the clothing is breathable and won’t stick to your skin and cause irritation if you begin to sweat.
Swimsuits are a great option if you plan on going swimming or taking a shower after your sauna session.
Do you have a change room and washroom on site?
Yes, Camp Wolf Willow has facilities on site.
Do you supply life jackets?
If you chose to Add-on the Stand-up Paddleboard Rental, we provide you with the use of a PFD/life jacket and whistle!
Can I still join if I’ve never paddled before?
Even though we recommend previous paddling experience, we can provide you with training that will allow you to feel safe and confident on a stand-up paddleboard!
Do I need to stand for the duration of the paddling adventure?
Absolutely not! You can stand, kneel or sit down for any duration of the paddle!
Can I bring my own paddleboard?
Yes, you’ll have the option at booking to bring your own board!
