June 19-22 | Starting at $700THE ELEPHANTS RETREAT:
Valley Center, CA
Where the herd comes together.
LOCATED AT
The Elephants Retreat takes place at Nopalito Farm, a 15-acre organic property nestled in the near-coastal foothills of Southern California.
Set on the historic land of the Luiseño Payómkawichum people, the farm is rooted in a deep respect for the land and its natural rhythms. Since 2015, it has been thoughtfully stewarded as a regenerative space. Home to orchards, flower fields, wildlife habitat, and simple, intentional living spaces.
Surrounded by chaparral, fruit trees, and open sky, this is an environment that invites you to slow down, reconnect, and come back into balance, both within yourself and with the natural world around you.
nopalito farm
THE RETREAT
The Elephants Retreat is a 3-night immersive experience for those who have made the decision to step away from weed and are ready to deepen their recovery in a supportive, grounded environment.
This space is for you if you’ve already quit cannabis, or are actively in the process, and are looking for community, structure, and the tools to stay on that path. This is where you practice doing it differently, together.
Instead of numbing or pushing things away, you’ll practice how to be with what’s there through mindfulness, meditation, breath work, yoga, and time in nature, supported by a group that understands the process.
THE SETTING
We’ll be staying on a 15-acre organic farm in Valley Center, surrounded by fruit trees, open land, and views of the nearby Santa Ana Mountains.
This retreat is intentionally rooted in nature, because healing happens differently when you slow down, step outside, and give your nervous system space to reset.
Think:
mornings with coffee under the fruit trees, the air still and quiet
golden light moving through the orchard as the day softens
evenings around the fire, grounded, connected, and under the stars
This is a place to unplug, breathe deeper, and come back to yourself.
Through movement, stillness, time in nature, and space for personal reflection, you’ll begin to:
sit with and move through cravings and emotions, with support
understand the patterns behind your use
build resilience and emotional regulation
reconnect to your body and inner world
experience what it feels like to not go through this alone
Daily yoga
Daily meditation
Daily breath work
Guided community support gatherings
Nervous system regulation tools & practices
Whole, nourishing meals prepared on-site
Beach day & dinner in Oceanside
Bonfires & intentional connection time
A small, supportive group - your “herd”
Transportation can be coordinated for those flying into San Diego.
Whats included
lodging
THE A-Frame CABINS (Private lodging)
Three thoughtfully designed A-frame cabins are available, each offering a cozy, minimalist retreat space set right on the land. While each cabin has its own unique placement on the property, they are all very similar in design. Featuring a striking triangular structure, warm wood exterior, and a windowed front door that brings in natural light and views of the surrounding orchard and hills.
Each cabin includes a small private deck, creating a quiet space to sit, reflect, and take in the stillness of the land. Simple, calming, and intentionally uncluttered, these cabins are designed to help you slow down, reset, and fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience.
Set across a 15-acre organic farm, you’ll be surrounded by fruit trees, open sky, and nature throughout your stay.
These thoughtfully designed A-frame cabins offer a cozy, minimalist retreat space set right on the land. With their striking triangular structure, warm wood exterior, and a windowed front door that opens to the landscape, each cabin feels both grounded and filled with natural light, overlooking the surrounding hills and orchard.
Step outside onto your private deck to take in the quiet of the morning or unwind as the light softens across the farm in the evening. The simplicity of the space invites you to slow down, rest, and reset.
Set across a 15-acre organic farm, you’ll be surrounded by fruit trees, open sky, and nature. Shared bathrooms, an outdoor shower, and a communal kitchen are available on-site.
A warm, minimalist A-frame with views of the surrounding hills and open landscape. This cabin offers a beautiful balance of privacy and connection to the environment.
With its clean design and natural surroundings, it’s a perfect space to rest, reflect, and fully drop into the retreat experience.
A cozy, thoughtfully designed A-frame nestled among the fruit trees, offering a peaceful and immersive connection to the land.
Filled with natural light and simple, calming details, this cabin invites you to slow down and settle in. Wake up to quiet mornings in the orchard and unwind in the evening as the light softens across the farm.
THE A-Frame CABINS
(Private lodging)
THE EUREKA CASITA
(Private lodging)
Our most spacious and elevated offering, nestled within a peaceful lemon grove on the property. Surrounded by citrus trees and open air, the Eureka Casita feels quiet, private, and deeply restorative.
Thoughtfully designed with an airy, light-filled interior, this space offers a sense of calm the moment you walk in. Natural light pours through the windows, creating a soft, grounded atmosphere that invites you to slow down and fully settle into the experience.
Step outside and you’re immersed in the grove. A serene setting for quiet mornings, reflection, and moments of stillness between sessions.
This is the ideal option for someone who wants a little more space, privacy, and comfort while still being fully connected to the retreat.
Our most spacious and elevated offering, nestled within a peaceful lemon grove on the property. Surrounded by citrus trees and open air, the Eureka Casita feels quiet, private, and deeply restorative.
Thoughtfully designed with an airy, light-filled interior, this space offers a sense of calm the moment you walk in. Natural light pours through the windows, creating a soft, grounded atmosphere that invites you to slow down and fully settle into the experience.
Step outside and you’re immersed in the grove. A serene setting for quiet mornings, reflection, and moments of stillness between sessions.
This is the ideal option for someone who wants a little more space, privacy, and comfort while still being fully connected to the retreat.
THE EUREKA CASITA
(Private lodging)
The hilltop tent
(SHARED lodging)
Set on a quiet rise overlooking the land, this bell tent offers a peaceful, tucked-away setting with wide-open views of the surrounding farm and nearby hills.
Thoughtfully arranged with comfortable bedding, soft linens, and simple furnishings, the space feels cozy, grounded, and deeply connected to nature. Step outside onto the deck to take in the stillness. From quiet mornings to soft evening light as the day winds down.
This shared option is perfect for those who would like to bring a friend, or for anyone open to connecting with another guest while still enjoying a calm, spacious environment.
A beautiful balance of comfort, connection, and immersion in the natural surroundings.
Set on a quiet rise overlooking the land, this bell tent offers a peaceful, tucked-away setting with wide-open views of the surrounding farm and nearby hills.
Thoughtfully arranged with comfortable bedding, soft linens, and simple furnishings, the space feels cozy, grounded, and deeply connected to nature. Step outside onto the deck to take in the stillness, from quiet mornings to soft evening light as the day winds down.
This shared option is perfect for those who would like to bring a friend, or for anyone open to connecting with another guest while still enjoying a calm, spacious environment.
A beautiful balance of comfort, connection, and immersion in the natural surroundings.
THE HILLTOP TENT
(SHARED lodging)
CAMPING & Car Camping
For those who feel most at home outside, camping offers a simple and deeply grounding way to experience the retreat.
Set across the land, you’ll wake up to fresh air, open sky, and the natural rhythm of the environment. A more immersive way to unplug and reset.
Whether you’re in a tent or car camping, this option invites you to slow down, simplify, and fully connect with the surroundings.
Ideal for those who value a more raw, nature-connected experience while being fully supported within the retreat.
For those who feel most at home outside, camping offers a simple and deeply grounding way to experience the retreat.
Set across the land, you’ll wake up to fresh air, open sky, and the natural rhythm of the environment. A more immersive way to unplug and reset.
This option invites you to slow down, simplify, and fully connect with the surroundings.
Ideal for those who value a more raw, nature-connected experience while being fully supported within the retreat.
If you’re traveling or don’t have gear, camping setups are available as an add-on for an additional fee, upon request. Limited availability.
For those who want a simple, low-effort way to stay on the land, car camping offers comfort, flexibility, and a grounded connection to the outdoors.
Park on-site and create your own cozy setup within your vehicle, while still being fully immersed in the natural surroundings of the farm. It’s an easy, accessible option that allows you to participate in the full retreat experience without needing a full tent setup.
CAMPING & CAR CAMPING
Who IS IT FOR?
This retreat is for you if:
you have already quit weed (or are actively in the process of quitting)
you’re committed to staying substance-free during the retreat
you’ve been doing this alone and want real support
you’re craving a reset - mentally, physically, and emotionally
you’re open to mindfulness, movement, and time in nature
Meet the host
catherine daniella
Catherine is a yoga teacher of over 10 years, a recovery coach, and someone deeply passionate about creating spaces for real, lasting change.
She has led retreats in Costa Rica and works in the mental health field, bringing both professional experience and a grounded, compassionate approach to her work.
After over a decade of struggling with cannabis addiction, Catherine made the decision to quit and is now 9 months sober. Through her own journey, she’s developed a deeper understanding of the challenges of quitting, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally.
She now supports others in doing the same, offering guidance, accountability, and practical tools for building a different relationship with themselves and their habits. She is also the creator of addiction recovery journals designed to support daily awareness, structure, and growth.
This retreat is a reflection of everything she has learned, and a space she wishes she had when she was going through it.
