Yoga in the Forest

Name: Yoga in the Forest — Yakona Nature Preserve & Learning Center
Start: 2025-09-06T09:30:00-0700
End: 2025-09-06T13:30:00-0700
Location: Yakona Nature Preserve & Learning Center

Saturday, September 6, 2025
9:30 AM 1:30 PM

Yakona Nature Preserve & Learning Center South Beach, OR 97366 (map)

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Join certified yoga instructor Gabrielle McEntee for a peaceful and revitalizing Yoga in the Forest experience on Yakona Nature Preserve’s iconic bridge.

Set amidst the soothing sights and sounds of the forest, this gentle all-levels yoga class offers a unique opportunity to ground yourself in nature, connect with breath and body, and support a great cause.

All proceeds will go toward rebuilding Rick Bartow’s original art studio—his creative sanctuary on generational land.

event highlights:

Outdoor Yoga Session on the Yakona Bridge
Stretch, breathe, and flow with guidance from Gabrielle as you take in the beauty and serenity of Yakona.
Light Refreshments
Enjoy tea and healthy snacks following the session.
Optional Guided Hike
After yoga, take a guided hike through the preserve’s scenic trails—offered for those who wish to extend their time in nature.

What to Bring

Required: Yoga mat, drinking water.
Optional: Blocks, blankets, backpack, extra clothing layers.

details:

Registration required.

Suggested donation - $25
Optional Hike: We will hike approximately two miles (with multiple stops) on well-established trails and experience elevation loss/gain of 250 feet multiple times. We will traverse hilly terrain: those with mobility challenges, breathing difficulties, and balance problems will find this a difficult hike. Many long grades are 12%, and two short ones are nearly 20%.
Carpooling is necessary for the 3-mile drive into Yakona. Four-wheel drive is not needed, but be aware we'll be driving on logging roads, so decent ground clearance is recommended for passenger cars.

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Gabrielle McEntee, 500-Hour RYT

Born and raised in Newport, Gabrielle McEntee brings over 15 years of experience practicing and teaching yoga to the serene forest setting of Yakona. A long-time local and passionate instructor, Gabrielle was honored to join the fundraising team that helped bring the Bartow Studio to Yakona. She immediately knew that yoga would be a perfect addition to the space—offering people the unique opportunity to enjoy a peaceful hike followed by grounding yoga in the beautiful woods. Her classes are a celebration of nature, movement, and community.