A "Typical" Day at Zion Ponderosa's Women's Getaway Retreat

Are you curious about the spring 2016 Zion Ponderosa Women's Getaway Retreat April 24-30? You're not the only one. If there's one thing the Women's Getaway Retreat is NOT, it's typical. Every day is a new adventure, and every opportunity is flexible. While we do our best to create a scheduled itinerary to introduce you to new possibilities every day, you're always free to choose what to do. After all, this is YOUR getaway, and at Zion Ponderosa we believe you should experience it the way YOU want to.

Still, we're often asked "What can I expect on the Women's Getaway?" We decided the best way to tell you is to show you. Here's a look at highlights from Day 1 and Day 2 of our 2015 Women's Adventure Retreat.

Day 1 Four people stand on a rocky outcrop overlooking a scenic valley with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky. Early morning trail run, overlooking Zion National Park's Checkerboard Mesa.

A person carries a surfboard while climbing a sandy dune, with another individual walking in the background. A person slides down a sandy slope on a green sled under a clear blue sky. Sledding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes.

A woman in a blue shirt aims a rifle at a shooting range set against a hilly landscape. In the afternoon, shotgun practice was an option.

A group of seven individuals wearing helmets sits together on a sofa in a rustic indoor setting. We also had a rappelling lesson in preparation for an upcoming midweek adventure!

A climber ascends a large, angled rock wall with a viewing platform above.

Day 2

A group of seven people sitting under a wooden shelter in a scenic outdoor setting. We ventured into Zion National Park for the second day of the Women's Retreat. Here we are waiting for the Zion shuttle.

A group of hikers stops to observe a squirrel along a wooded trail. After doing the gentle Riverside Walk hike, we headed about a quarter mile into the mouth of the world-famous Narrows.

People wade through a muddy river in a canyon surrounded by lush greenery. Three women navigate a muddy river, with one using a stick for support. We had a blast!

A group of people wades through a narrow, rocky canyon with flowing water and lush greenery on the sides. Waters were rushing that day so we didn't go any deeper into The Narrows. Safety first!

A group of hikers chats and rests against a rocky wall in a scenic location. Next stop Weeping Rock and Lower Emerald Pools.

Four hikers walking through a rocky passage with water along the trail. Here we are heading through a rock tunnel to get to Keyhole Canyon. This little canyon is a great intro to anyone interested in trying out canyoneering for the first time. The longest rappel is about 30 feet. Hikers navigate a rocky trail lined with colorful canyon walls.

Person standing on a large, flat rock near a muddy stream surrounded by trees and canyon walls. This little swimming hole is jokingly referred to as the nudie pool by locals. It's deep and cold...but one fearless adventurer took the plunge!

A prominent white rock formation rises above a colorful landscape of layered rocks and evergreen trees under a blue sky. Enjoying the view of Checkerboard Mesa and exploring the area a bit before heading back to Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.

A person stands triumphantly on a rock formation against a backdrop of mountains and sky. Mandy Woodhouse, Women's Getaway Guide and Leader.

Mandy-Thank you so much for providing such an excellent adventure experience. We all had so much fun and your support meant so much. Our memories made here will last a lifetime. --Denise, Mary, Lise & Pat

A hiker stands on a rock ledge overlooking a rugged landscape under a partly cloudy sky. The best way we can describe the Women's Getaway is that there are no expectations-just the possibilities that each day can bring! Be sure to check the Zion Ponderosa blog for more highlights from the rest of the week's adventures.

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