Wilding Journal

Open studio doorway and wooden deck overlooking the trees at Dark Fairy Farm

Your Wilding Retreat Planning and Arrival Checklist

A personal welcome from Sara Jean, with practical guidance on arrival, packing for Humboldt weather and caring for our off-grid solar system.

Towering redwoods lining a curving road on the Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt County

Things to Do in Humboldt: My Guide to Redwoods, Coast and Good Food

Sara Jean shares 28 places in her updated Humboldt guide, grouped into redwood outings, coastal days, food stops, groceries and farther side trips.

Stacked dark stones on a mossy rock beside flowing creek water

Time in Nature, Stress and Attention: What Research Suggests

What three primary studies suggest about nature, stress-related measures and attention, with a thoughtful way to bring that curiosity into a retreat.

A woman reading a book with a glass on a porch overlooking wooded hills

How to Plan a Solo Retreat That Leaves Room for You

A practical guide to choosing your pace, preparing for arrival and leaving open time during a solo retreat in Miranda, Humboldt County.