Relax, recharge and rejuvenate at Nurture Through Nature, an eco-friendly retreat center nestled on the slopes of Pleasant Mountain. This retreat is located on 33 quiet acres of land, filled with forests and winding trails perfect for forestbathing. Enjoy views of the White Mountain National Forest in Maine while reconnecting to your true self.
As Maine’s first green-certified retreat center, Nurture Through Nature not only offers a return to balance but a low-impact getaway from modern life. With workshops and classes on qi gong, yoga, meditation, and holistic living, guests learn the true power of simple intentional living. Hiking and canoeing offer a physical adventure to explore the beautiful forests of Maine.
Right outside of Denmark, Maine, this New England destination is perfect in every season. At the northernmost portion of the Appalachian Mountains, the protected land surrounding the retreat offers a pure experience in nature.
Nurture Through Nature was created by Jen Deraspe, founder and director of the retreat. What started with a canoe and a fire pit has grown into a recognized eco-retreat that shows the true restorative power of nature.
Deraspe first had the idea for the retreat in 1998, when she realized her job was not fulfilling her. She returned to nature and knew she needed to help other people share this experience. She started as a nature guide and ski patrol, then started leading retreats. For seven years, she held retreats without a base camp, but eventually, she was able to create a base for her retreats.
As she slowly built more permanent structures, Deraspe learned to lower the impact of her retreat, from low-impact Yurts to composting toilets. For twenty years, she has been learning and growing, and the experience shows through in every retreat.
Through love, hard work, and persistence, Deraspe has been able to create an eco-retreat unlike any other: one that emphasizes the power and sanctity of nature. Read more about them here.
Lowest impact construction and operation
High level of energy efficiency
Pioneer in waste management
Fully organic and chemical-free operation
Actively protects nature and community