Meet Eden Bauer
Hi there! I'm Eden. I am a passionate nature lover, massage and reiki practitioner, yoga instructor, vibrational sound therapist, and dedicated postpartum doula. Throughout my personal healing journey I have had the opportunity to work with practitioners who completely changed the way I view medicine and our capacities to come back into balance. I am amazed by the power of subtle (and sometimes not so subtle) energy work that reiki, sound therapy and yoga can provide. My goal is to bring these therapies to my clients in a way that is tailored to each of their individual needs. ​
My ideal clients are diverse, open to body and energy work and ready to put into practice the multiple therapies and tools I offer. Open-mindedness and flexibility allow these modalities to go a long way. I respect the sovereignty of every being and truly believe the most powerful work is done when you are taking as active a roll in your healing as the practitioner you are working with.
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I understand, and have firsthand experienced, that we are much more than physical beings. We are mental, emotional and spiritual beings as well. My work focuses on bringing each of these aspects of ourselves into harmony. I work to identify your imbalances and blockages and gently bring you back to your center, holistically. No two humans are alike, so no two sessions are alike. As you evolve, so will our sessions together. Getting to a better place is possible, and it is what you deserve.
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I wish you informed, empowered and aligned decisions for your health, always.
~ Eden
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Wilderness Alchemy Retreat
A Co-Ed Small Group Adventure Into Pristine Wilderness​
June 3rd - 7th, 2026
A non-refundable $500 deposit is needed to secure your spot. After that, we will send you an invoice for the remaining amount. We are happy to work with you to craft a payment plan that works for you.
There is a kind of quiet you can only find deep in the wilderness—
where the water is still, the air is clean, and the noise of everyday life
begins to fall away.
You’re invited into four days of immersion in the pristine beauty of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness—a place of endless lakes, ancient forests, and untouched landscapes that awaken something both grounding and expansive within you.
This retreat is designed to be deeply nourishing and completely supported. All of your meals will be thoughtfully prepared and cooked for you, using wholesome, energizing ingredients to sustain you throughout your time in nature. All gear is provided—so you can arrive with ease, knowing everything has been taken care of.
Each morning begins with gentle breathwork and mindful movement, allowing you to wake up with the rhythm of the land and settle into your body before the day unfolds. Throughout the retreat, you’ll be guided through a Foraging & Plant Identification workshop, learning to recognize and connect with the living intelligence of the plants around you.
We’ll spend our days exploring—canoeing through glassy waters, taking day trips to stunning hikes, hidden waterfalls, and peaceful fishing spots. The land here is alive with wildlife, and it’s not uncommon to witness loons calling across the lake, eagles overhead, or deer moving quietly through the trees.
And just as important as what we do is the space we leave for what naturally arises. There will be plenty of unstructured time for solitude, reflection, journaling, swimming, or simply sitting in stillness—allowing the wilderness to meet you in its own way.
This is an invitation to unplug, to reconnect, and to remember what it feels like to be fully present.
We’ll be providing all group gear, meals, and essentials—so this list is designed to support your comfort, warmth, and ease while living outdoors for a few days. Think: layers, practicality, and a few cozy personal touches.
Clothing & Layers
Weather in the Boundary Waters can shift quickly—layering is key.
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Rain jacket
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Rain pants
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Insulated/puffy jacket
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Fleece or warm mid-layer
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Base layer (long sleeve top + pants)
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Sun hoodie or lightweight long sleeve
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Short sleeve t-shirts
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Long sleeve t-shirts
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Pants (2 pairs recommended)
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Shorts
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Underwear
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Socks (bring extra!)
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Hat (for sun or warmth)
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Light gloves + fleece gloves
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Bug jacket and/or bug head net
Footwear
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Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
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Camp shoes (easy to slip on/off)
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Sandals or water shoes (for canoeing + shoreline)
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Personal Comfort
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Towel
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Pillow (optional but recommended for comfort)
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Swimsuit
Food & Drink Items
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Coffee thermos or mug
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Reusable water bottles (2 recommended)
Gear & Tools
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Headlamp (essential)
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Lighter
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Pocket knife (optional but useful)
Toiletries & Care
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Sunscreen
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Bug spray
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Lip balm
Optional / Nice to Have
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Journal or book
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Small personal items that bring you comfort or intention
A Note
We encourage you to pack light but thoughtfully—everything should fit into a pack you’re comfortable carrying short distances. This is a chance to simplify, unplug, and return to the essentials.
What To Bring
How will water be handled?
All drinking water will be filtered directly from the lake using a gravity filtration system. We will also have iodine tablets on hand as a backup, so you can feel confident that clean, safe water is always available.
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What safety measures are in place?
Your safety is a top priority. We will have a Garmin InReach satellite device for emergency communication, along with bear spray and a fully stocked first aid kit. Shaker is wilderness first aid certified! Both our guides are experienced in wilderness settings and prepared to handle unexpected situations with care and calm.
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What are the sleeping arrangements?
Participants will be paired with one other person per tent. If you prefer more solitude, you are absolutely welcome to bring your own solo tent—just let us know ahead of time so we can plan accordingly. We can provide a tent for you or you are welcome to bring your own, we will communicated once you've reserved your spot.
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How does canoeing work?
We will be traveling in pairs, with two people per canoe. Each participant will be provided with a paddle and a life vest. No prior canoeing experience is required—this is something we will guide and support you through.
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How is food stored?
All food will be stored in a sealed food barrel and safely stashed away from camp, downwind, in alignment with wilderness safety practices. This helps protect both our group and the surrounding wildlife.
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What should I know about packing?
We strongly recommend bringing waterproof or water-resistant bags for your clothing and sleeping gear, as conditions can be unpredictable. Keeping your belongings dry will greatly enhance your comfort throughout the trip.
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What if I’m missing gear?
We’ve got you. If there’s something on the packing list you don’t have, please reach out—we’re happy to help source or lend gear when possible so you feel fully prepared. We'll do a gear check the in Ely the day before we leave for the wilderness and make sure everyone is properly outfitted.
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What is the cancellation policy?
A $500 deposit is required to secure your spot and is non-refundable. If you are no longer able to attend, your spot may be transferred to another participant as long as we receive at least 30 days’ notice (by May 4th, 2026). We understand that life happens and will do our best to support smooth transitions when needed.
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FAQ's & Helpful Nuggets
Daily Itinerary
​Night 1 - Welcome night at the lodge/bunkhouse/cabin
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Introspective Dinner
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Fire Circle with Intention-Setting
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Arrival & warm welcome from trip leaders. We will settle in at Boundary Waters Outfitters in Ely with an orientation meet-and-greet, which will include instructions from our guides about what to expect while making our way by canoe through the north country.
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We will practice our first meditative exercise with a 'quiet' dinner; this will open our senses to the food we eat and sounds we heard, setting the stage for introspection that will continue throughout the trip. We will break the silence after dinner with a campfire and intention-setting exercise and identify the "why" behind the reasons we're all here.
Day 1 - First day in the BWCA
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Early start with a morning meditation and breathwork activity. After breakfast, we will head out to the Boundary Waters entry point.
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Throughout the day, we will be intentional to include periodic pauses to take in the environment and begin to identify sensory patterns for the continued quieting of our experience.
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We'll also periodically pause to observe the natural soundscape around us. Not focusing on specific sounds, but the combination of them that makes this place unique.
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We will complete our paddle and portage and set up camp for the evening. Dinner will be served by our guides, and there will be a night-time meditation that continues to re-attune our bodies to the natural circadian rhythms of nature.
Days 2-3 - Settling into new, yet familiar and ancient rhythms
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We begin each day with a morning meditation, breathwork, and awareness-building of how our senses are reacting to the quiet nature around us paired with mindful movement.
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Activity and distance covered will vary by the route we take, however some may include a day full of paddle and portage to the next campsite, while others we spend a day near camp with off-shoot hiking experiences, waterfalls, etc.
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Days are long this far north, and so we'll have time each day at camp for unguided self exploration as well. This is a good opportunity to do a journaling practice, go on a short hike around the property, read, absorb the sounds of nature, etc.
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Our evenings at camp will include guided mindful forest bathing hikes, plant identification workshops and journaling prompts.
Day 4 - Paddle out
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The sun has set on our time together...
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This is our last day. Knowing that we'll be re-entering the noisy world from which we came, there will be one last dive into ourselves to achieve inner peace through a yoga practice meant to reacquaint ourselves...with ourselves. Afterward, we will do our final paddle and portage to the entry point, where Boundary Waters Outfitters will be there to pick us up.
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We will also share information with you on how to stay in touch with the group and keep up the practices that we worked on during the trip. You will also receive your next set of Journal pages to continue your journaling practice.
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And with that... we say our goodbyes.
Please note: This schedule is a gentle guide and may shift to best support the group’s experience and the natural flow of the retreat.
Hosted by Shaker Rabban & Eden Bauer
Shaker is a lifelong lover of all things nature and the wilderness. He has been guiding trips to the BWCA for over ten years, bringing people to a place he believes holds a sacred place in reconnecting us to our ancestral and spiritual roots. The wilderness is where the rhythms of nature can be heard, felt, and seen - letting the noise and distractions of everyday life fall away to allow ourselves to resync to these rhythms.He is most joyful when he and others around him are awakened to this deep connection to the earth. Guiding people on trips to the BWCA is a powerful and transformative experience that resets and reconnects us to what is essential and innate in all of us. He brings a knowledgeable, fun, relaxed, and easy going feeling to his trips that ensures everyone is safe, well fed, and leaves feelings restored and rejuvenated.
Eden is a wellness facilitator, body and energy worker, and yoga teacher who creates grounded, intentional experiences that support deep connection—to self, others, and the natural world. She has been spending weeks each summer in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness since she was eight years old, developing a lifelong relationship with the land and its rhythms. Eden is an avid nature lover who believes deeply in nature’s ability to heal, regulate, and guide us back to what matters most. Her work weaves together mindful movement, breathwork, and intuitive presence to create spaces that feel both nourishing and transformative. She brings a calm, steady energy to her retreats, inviting you to slow down, soften, and remember your place within the natural world.​​
Philip Lowry
"I recently completed a 4 day canoe trip into the BWCA guided by Shaker. I was thoroughly impressed with the how well Shaker can lead a wilderness trip so that it can be fun, safe, and educational! He has extensive wilderness experience, and is always happy to share his skills in an unobtrusive way. Shaker is relaxed but always very responsible, has a great sense of humor, and always upbeat. If you like a good discussion, he's always reading something interesting!"
Jenny VanCanney
"Eden is a multifaceted healer - yoga instructor, reiki practitioner, sound healer, massage therapist and more all wrapped in one powerful, compassionate soul. She carries a beautiful balance of gentleness and fierceness, offering both nurturing presence and deep wisdom. Her passion for her craft is palpable, and her knowledge runs deep across every modality she offers. Every session with her feels intentional, sacred, and transformative. Whether through breath, movement, energy, or sound, she creates space for true healing and connection. I feel incredibly grateful to have cross paths with someone so gifted and grounded."
Mike Kusch
"A truly life-changing experience. This retreat offered the perfect balance of solitude, nature, and fellowship — no phones, no distractions, just peace and connection. The wilderness was breathtaking, and the silence deeply restorative. I left feeling grounded, grateful, and reconnected to what really matters. The guides were exceptional — knowledgeable, patient, and deeply respectful of the land and its rhythms. They created a perfect balance between structure and freedom, allowing us to explore, reflect, and simply be."