Island Lake Lodge announces their 4th Annual Women’s Wellness Retreat

Event: 4th Annual Women’s Wellness Retreat. Place: Island Lake Lodge, Fernie B.C. Time: September 25-28, 2008 Balance, rejuvenation, and relaxation in nature have always been a part of the unique experience at Island Lake Lodge situated in an “Old Growth” forest in southeastern British Columbia, making it an ideal location for a women’s wellness retreat. This unique mountain getaway includes 3 nights’ deluxe lodge accommodation, gourmet meals, all workshops, lectures and activities. Headlining the event this year is Brenda Eastwood, RNCP and Women’s Health Specialist with more

than 25 years of experience working with thousands of women through private practice, seminars, workshops, audio programs, radio, TV and a unique on-line support system.

Brenda is a knowledgeable, gifted and high-energy speaker who has her audiences shaking with laughter as she discusses subjects that aren’t normally discussed in public ... and in a fun yet totally professional manner. Other contributors include local women who are passionate about the area and who apply their knowledge to honoring women’s health while offering interactive workshops, yoga, guided interpretive walks and adventure hikes. “Having local women as contributors have always been a big part of the event” explains Sandra DaCosta, events coordinator at Island Lake Lodge “Our guests really appreciate being surrounded by women who live and work in the mountains, sharing their local knowledge while relating it to women’s health.

Secluded in the peaks of the Canadian Rockies, Island Lake Lodge sits above a stunning mountain lake on 7,000 acres of pristine wilderness, 20 minutes from Fernie, B.C. It is easily reached in a 2.5-hour drive from the airport in Kalispell, Montana, or a leisurely three-hour drive from the Calgary International Airport in Alberta. Island Lake offers fantastic hiking through an 800 year-old “Old Growth” forest and to the summits of surrounding mountains. Relax in the 3,000 square foot full service spa offering a diverse array of treatments, esthetics and body care treatments. Experience acclaimed food showcasing local, organic and seasonal ingredients, while enjoying a bottle of wine from the 3000 bottle wine library. The Women’s Wellness package starts at $997.00 per person and space is limited to 30. For press inquires or media visits please contact Christa Moffat. Journalists on assignment are welcome to visit! Christa Moffat, Island Lake Resort Group, (250) 423 3700 ext 3002, christa@islandlakeresorts.com