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 pose for a photo on a mountainous landscape with lush greenery and a cloudy sky.

Early morning trail run, overlooking Zion National Park's Checkerboard Mesa.

A person walks up a sand dune with a surfboard, while another figure descends in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

A person in a blue shirt slides down a sandy dune on a green sled.

Sledding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes.

A woman in a blue sweatshirt aims a rifle at a shooting range with a mountainous landscape in the background.

In the afternoon, shotgun practice was an option.

A group of seven people wearing helmets is seated on a rustic wooden couch in a large indoor space.

We also had a rappelling lesson in preparation for an upcoming midweek adventure!

A climber ascends a steep rock wall with safety gear while another person peers over a balcony above.

Day 2

A group of seven people sitting under a wooden shelter on a roadside, with a rocky hillside in the background.

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 interacts with a squirrel on a trail surrounded by lush greenery.

After doing the gentle Riverside Walk hike, we headed about a quarter mile into the mouth of the world-famous Narrows.

Two women wade through a muddy river in a canyon, smiling at the camera while other hikers are visible in the background.

Three women navigate a muddy stream, with one using a stick for support.

We had a blast!

A group of six people wades through a shallow river in a narrow canyon surrounded by steep rock walls and vegetation.

Waters were rushing that day so we didn't go any deeper into The Narrows. Safety first!

A group of hikers stands along a rocky path, chatting and resting.

Next stop Weeping Rock and Lower Emerald Pools.

People walking through a rocky passageway with water on the ground.

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.

Two hikers navigate a rocky, narrow canyon trail, while others explore in the background.

A person stands on a large rock above 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 towering white rock formation rises above layered red and gray terrain under a cloudy blue sky.

Enjoying the view of Checkerboard Mesa and exploring the area a bit before heading back to Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.

A woman standing on a rock with mountains and a blue sky in the background.

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 rocky ledge overlooking a scenic landscape with clouds in the 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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