Imagine waking up in the crisp, quiet beauty of the Ozark Mountains, the morning sun glinting across Table Rock Lake. You stretch into a peaceful yoga session, breathe deeply during a guided meditation, and set intentions for the year ahead all while surrounded by the warmth and wonder of a winter retreat.
This January, join us at Big Cedar Lodge for four days of rest, reflection, and inspiration at the 2026 Wellness in Nature Retreat, January 8–11. We’re thrilled to introduce the wellness experts who will lead sessions designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit, making this retreat an experience you won’t forget.
Meet the experts below, each bringing a wealth of knowledge to guide your wellness journey.
Dan Buettner – National Geographic Explorer and multiple New York Times bestselling author, Dan discovered the world’s five “blue zones,” where people live the longest, healthiest lives. His work has been featured in The New York Times Magazine and National Geographic, where his stories are among the most popular ever published. He founded Blue Zones LLC, which partners with city governments, hospital systems, and insurance companies to help communities adopt lessons from blue zones to help communities live healthier
Dr. Rhonda Patrick – Scientist, health educator, and founder of FoundMyFitness, Dr. Patrick provides evidence-based insights to a global audience through her website and podcast. On YouTube, she engages millions in discussions on strategies for improving health span. Her work focuses on genetic influences in dietary response, micronutrients, sleep, non-pharmacological approaches to mental well-being, and the benefits of biological stressors such as exercise, heat, cold exposure, and plant phytochemicals.
Liz Baker Plosser – Former Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health, where she oversaw the brand across its print and digital platforms and various brand extensions, reaching a monthly audience of 44+ million.A veteran of the wellness industry, she has held senior strategy and content roles at Well+Good, SoulCycle, SELF, & Cosmopolitan. She appears regularly as a speaker and is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts. She is the author of the book, Own Your Morning: Reset Your A.M to Unlock Your Potential.
During the retreat guests will enjoy yoga, tai chi, meditation, and intention-setting workshops, complemented by seasonal experiences like fireside gatherings, whimsical Christmas light tours, and evening sound bath concerts – all designed to refresh your mind, body, and spirit.
With a speaker lineup this remarkable, the 2026 Wellness in Nature Retreat is poised to inspire, educate, and elevate every guest’s wellness journey.
Early booking discounts are available through the end of October. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this immersive winter wellness experience.
