Elemental Events & Crystals

🌸 Sacred Women’s Gathering 🌸

Theme: Transformation ~ A Journey From Within

🗓 September 2025 | 🧘‍♀️ 4-Day Women’s Retreat | 📍 Butterfly Valley, North Queensland

🌿 What to Expect

Looking to reconnect with like-minded women in a stunning natural setting in North Queensland? This may be the immersion experience you’ve been yearning for.

This unique gathering is a collective and cooperative event, birthed by Katrina Lanigan of Matriarch Medicine (homeopath, herbalist, womb specialist, and massage therapist), supported by a dedicated team of skilled healers and practitioners.

Over 4 transformative days, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• 💖 Pause and tune into your inner wisdom, intuition, and creative flow
• 💖 Awaken and rebirth the divine presence spiraling deep within your soul
• 💖 Be seen, held, and celebrated in the safety of sisterhood and nature
• 💖 Weave new inspiration and creative energy into your life
• 💖 Reconnect with the magic of the natural world
• 💖 Immerse yourself in the sacred beauty of Butterfly Valley, with access to a running creek, tranquil waterholes, and lush surroundings

🌀 Retreat Highlights & Inclusions

Your retreat investment includes:

• 🛏️ 3 nights / 4 days accommodation at Butterfly Valley
• 🫖 Morning teas, daily tea and coffee, and all shared vegetarian lunches and dinners (BYO breakfast)
• 🎁 A welcome gift for every participant
• 🔥 Full participation in all workshops, ceremonies, and sacred women’s circles
• 💆‍♀️ Womb massage & healing session with Katrina Lanigan (Matriarch Medicine)
• 👣 Reflexology session with Connie Hardy (20+ years of experience)
• 🔔 Sound healing journeys with Mitra from Pyramids of Sound — held in nature, in the creek, and in the Zen Sanctuary
• 🌳 Guided nature walk infused with meditation, Reiki, mindfulness, and sound healing — all fitness levels welcome
• 🌀 Two group workshops centered on our theme: Transformation ~ A Journey From Within, including a creative integration activity
• 🍫 A ceremonial cacao journey during Women’s Circle for intention setting
• 🔥 Celebration Fire Circle with movement, music, and joy
• 💫 Energetic activations and closing ceremony

🗓 Draft Schedule

FRIDAY
11:00am – Arrival at Butterfly Valley
Light lunch
Personal Healing Sessions with Practitioners
Shared Dinner
Opening Fire Circle Ceremony

SATURDAY
7:30am – Group Intention Setting
Breakfast (BYO)
Personal Healing Sessions
Morning Tea
Shared Lunch
Workshop 1 – Transformation: Part 1 (with creative activity)
Shared Dinner
Women’s Circle + Cacao Ceremony

SUNDAY
7:30am – Intention Setting
Breakfast (BYO)
Personal Healing Sessions
Morning Tea
Shared Lunch
Workshop 2 – Transformation: Part 2 (with creative activity)
Shared Dinner
Celebration Fire Circle – Movement & Music

MONDAY
7:30am – Intention Setting
Breakfast (BYO)
Personal Healing Sessions
Morning Tea
Shared Lunch
Closing Ceremony
2:30pm – Depart Butterfly Valley

🌸 Optional Free Time Activities

• Scenic walks to the top hole or spa pools for reflection, swims and views
• Swim or explore the waterholes of Damper Creek, just alongside Butterfly Valley
• Discover local walking tracks, relax by the creek, or spot a Cassawory, Kingfsher, or other native animals
• Connect with the like minded women in a sacred safe space.
• Quiet time for journaling, meditation, reading, rest, or reflection

📝 Participant Requirements

• Commit to the full 3 nights / 4 days at the retreat
• Pay a $250 non-refundable deposit upon booking (direct transfer)
• Full payment required by 25th August 2025 – payment plans available
• Self-transport to and from Butterfly Valley (Cardwell)
• Participate in all scheduled workshops and ceremonies
• Volunteer to assist with setup/cleanup for 1–2 meals
• Bring your own breakfast for 3 mornings
• Prepare one vegetarian lunch and dinner to share (coordinate with Emma)
• Bring cash for any market items (herbal teas, orgonites, crystals, oils, etc.) — limited internet access for bank transfers
• BYO any extra snacks or drinks – nearest store is 1.5 hrs away (Townsville)

Ready to transform from within and return to your essence?

🌼 Bookings Now Open

Reserve your place and join a sacred sisterhood experience unlike any other.
Spots are limited for this intimate and powerful gathering.

Check out venue here

https://www.butterflyvalley.com.au/

Upon booking I agree to Terms and Conditions below

Retreat Terms and Conditions

Thank you for your interest in our retreat! The retreat is subject to the following terms and conditions.
1. Terms of agreement(a) By booking and attending a retreat with Katrina Lanigan, you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.(b) The term ‘Katrina' or 'us' or 'we' refers to the owner(s) of the company and it's teachers. The term 'you' or 'I' refers to the student or guest or user or viewer of our website and/or services. The terms 'retreat' or 'program' or 'holiday' refers to all aspects of the services on offer, to include, but not be limited to, the classes, accommodation and activities.

2. Booking procedure(a) On making a booking with us, each person accepts the terms of these booking conditions.(b) On submitting your booking form, we will contact you to accept your booking and issue a request for payment of the deposit with payment instructions. Your place is not confirmed until the full payment has been received. If the balance price of your retreat is not paid in time, we reserve the right to cancel your retreat and retain your deposit. 2(c), all payments are non-refundable. This includes deposit, remaining and full payments. A refund will only be issued if the retreat is fully booked and someone else can fill your space. A refund in this case is minus a cancellation charge of $50. Any monies owed in this case will be paid to you one month after the retreat end date. We reserve the right to increase the price of the retreat before you submit your booking. Any change in price will be advertised to you before you book the retreat. We reserve the right to reduce the price of the retreat or run special offers at any time. Once you have made your booking and paid your deposit these price changes will not apply to you.
Optional trips and treatments booked locally are not our responsibility and are at your own risk and cost.

3. Cancellation policy(a) As stated in section 2(c) all payments are non-refundable. For this reason we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover you in the event of any need to cancel at the last minute.(b) Once the retreat has commenced, no refund or part refund or unused portion of your retreat will be repaid in the event of cancellation by you.(c) In the very unlikely event that the retreat is cancelled by either party, there will be no refund or compensation available from us for your flight costs, transfers and other associated costs. We will not be responsible for any costs or losses incurred due to disruption, delay, or cancellation caused by environmental conditions at or near the retreat location, including but not limited to landslides or weather-related access issues.(d) We reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel the retreat, in which case we will offer a refund in full of all monies paid (unless the reason for cancellation is force majeure, see clause 3(e)).(e) Compensation will not be paid if we are forced to cancel or in any way change your holiday due to war, threat of war, invasion, riot, civil war, strike, rebellion, revolution, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, infectious disease/ epidemic, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, technical or maintenance problems with transport, or other circumstances which amount to force majeure. (f) We reserve the right to charge a cancellation fee of $30 if a guest decides to cancel a retreat for any reason.(g) It is not possible at any stage to transfer your booking to another retreat or service.

4. Changes to retreat(a) It is very unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your retreat, but arrangements are made many months in advance and changes may have to be made. We reserve the right to, within reason, change any information advertised at any time, to include, but not be limited to, dates, times, timetable, location, accommodation, yoga teachers, healers, massage therapists and prices. We will advise you of any changes at the earliest possible date and aim to keep disruption to a minimum.

5. Surcharges(a) Unless stated otherwise, transportation costs to include, but not be limited to, flights, transfers and taxis, are not included in the price of the retreat. Prices of these are shown as an estimate only and we will not be liable for any differences to what was originally estimated.

6. Insurance and health(a) It is the guest's responsibility to inform the teacher of any injury/medical conditions when booking and before the start of every session. It is advisable that you consult a doctor or physician before attending the retreat to ensure you are sufficiently fit and healthy to undertake any classes and any other activity that has been arranged.(b) If you experience any injury or discomfort during any activity organised for you, you must stop immediately and advise the teacher(s) accordingly.(c) Should you be pregnant or are planning to be pregnant at the time of the retreat, please contact us to discuss before booking.(d) We recommend all guests take up full travel insurance to cover medical expenses and personal belongings, and should cover the type of physical exercise that will be undertaken. Insurance should also include coverage for natural disaster-related disruptions and retreat cancellation.We hold no responsibility for illness, injury, death or loss or damage to personal belongings at any time (as per the liability waiver in section

7), nor will any compensation be issued in such case.(e) We reserve the right to stop your participation in any activity, at any time, if we conclude that you are physically, mentally or emotionally unable to do so.7. Liability waiver(a) It is a requirement of anyone attending a retreat and/or classes with Katrina Lanigan to accept and abide by the following release of liability: 'I understand that, while the utmost care is taken, neither the individual teachers Katrina Lanigan nor the venue will be liable for any damage or injury resulting from my practice or use of the retreat centre, nor any loss or damage to personal belongings. I understand that classes may be physically strenuous, however unlikely (depending on your fitness level) and I voluntarily participate in them with the knowledge that there is risk of personal injury, property loss or death. I recognise that it is my responsibility to notify the teacher of any illness or injury before the start of every yoga session and I will not perform any posture to the extent of strain or pain. I will notify the teacher before every class should I not want to be physically adjusted. I agree that neither I, my heirs, assigns or legal representatives will sue or make any other claims of any kind whatsoever against Katrina Lanigan, her teachers or members for any injury, property loss, or wrongful death, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.'(b) The release of liability statement applies to the duration of the retreat and every yoga session or activity you participate in, whether in a group or private setting. If this statement is not accepted, your booking will be terminated and any monies paid in advance will not be refunded.

8. Alcohol / drugs policy(a) Guests should not practise yoga, meditation or healing sessions under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or both, and doing so will result in immediate dismissal from the session, retreat, or both, with no refund being issued.

9. Right to refuse(a) We reserve the right to dismiss or refuse entry to any session or the retreat at any time at the teacher's discretion with no refund being issued, in the event of breach of any of these terms and conditions, or disruptive behaviour.

10. Privacy policy(a) We will not pass on your information to any third party or organisation outside of Katrina Lanigan (other than to the venue if required), without your permission. We respect your privacy.(b) We will use your details to inform you of updates about the retreat, and any future events. You can unsubscribe at any time by selecting the unsubscribe button at the bottom of the email.

11. If travelling internationally passport and visa requirements(a) You are responsible for ensuring that you have a valid passport with sufficient expiry date remaining and any necessary visas or required inoculations or other health requirements.

12. Complaints (a) If you have a problem during your retreat, please inform a member of our team immediately, who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be resolved locally, you must advise us in writing on your return. Please note that we cannot guarantee the proportion of male/female in any group, nor be responsible for the individual behaviour of any group member or other guest on your retreat. However most retreats are designed for women, occasionally some men may attend.

13. Natural Environment & Weather Disruption

(a) The retreat is located in a natural, remote environment where conditions can be affected by weather and other environmental factors. While the venue has taken steps to ensure the safety and stability of the retreat site following a past landslide (December 2024 / January 2025), the terrain and surrounding areas may continue to be affected by natural events beyond our control.

(b) By attending this retreat, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with nature-based environments, including but not limited to landslides, flooding, adverse weather, or changes to access routes. We will make every effort to proceed with the retreat as planned and keep guests informed of any changes.

(c) In the event that adverse weather or natural occurrences prevent access to the venue, require evacuation, or cause disruption to the retreat schedule or services, we will not be held liable for any resulting costs, inconvenience, or partial/full cancellation of the retreat. No refunds or compensation will be issued in such circumstances.

(d) We strongly recommend that all guests take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes coverage for trip interruption, cancellation due to natural disasters, and evacuation if required.