travel info
Awaken Esthetics Retreat will be held at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, Washington. It is located just 45 minutes from Portland, Oregon and Portland International Airport.
Skamania is an unrivaled, quintessential Pacific Northwest experience that allows guests to experience the breathtaking Cascade Mountain Range views and exquisite beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. Positioned against one of the most dramatic landscapes on earth, nestled amongst lush towering timbers, it is uniquely defined as a place where you see the world a bit differently at the intersection of nature and the great outdoors, adventure, holistic wellness, and relaxation, all in one iconic destination.
FLIGHT INFORMATION
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The closest airport to the retreat and Skamania Lodge is Portland International Airport.
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The Retreat has arranged for scheduled transportation services from Portland International Airport to Skamania Lodge on August 15th, 2025. Designated pickup times will be scheduled closer to the retreat at no additional charge. There will also be transportation services back to Portland International Airport from Skamania Lodge on August 19, 2025.
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Each attendee is responsible for their own flights to and from the event. We suggest flying on August 15, 2025 during the times that the free transportation will be provided. The Retreat will begin that evening with a Welcome Reception, so please be there before that time.
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Each attendee is responsible for their own flights to and from the event. We recommend flying back home in the morning on August 19th, 2025. There will be two shuttle services from Skamania Lodge to Portland International Airport on this day. Details and times will be released closer to the retreat.
Please note, we will not be providing any food or snacks on this day, though you may choose to stay and eat at the Lodge and fly out later if you wish to seek your own personal transportation back to Portland International Airport.
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You may choose to use a ride-share service such as Uber or Lyft from Portland International Airport to Skamania Lodge. Average cost for this ranges from $100-$150 and will be each attendee's own individual expense. We suggest utilizing the scheduled transportation services to save on this cost. Details and times will be released closer to the retreat.
Each attendee is responsible for their own flights to and from the event.
what’s included in your stay?
Your registration includes lodging for four nights at Skamania Lodge, overlooking either the Columbia River or vibrant old-growth forest, the Skamania lodging options are a peaceful and cozy place to reconnect with nature while you learn, connect, and grow. Attendees can also choose to add on their stay with an exclusive discount rate from Skamania Lodge.
All drinks, snacks and meals will also be provided the three days of learning. You will also attend a welcome reception on the first day as well as a networking cocktail mixer and other outdoor extracurricular activities. There will be an option for a complimentary airport shuttle to and from the event depending on flight arrivals and departure. Lastly, everyone will receive fun gifts and products from the retreat and sponsors.
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Your registration includes your room, which is reserved and handled by the retreat. If you wish to add on additional days to your stay, you can request that on your Registration Form distributed in early Spring and the retreat will handle those reservations too.
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Unfortunately, attendees cannot share rooms. Each attendee will be assigned their own individual room. If you have a friend attending and would like to request to be assigned rooms near each other, please note in your Registration Form that will be sent in early Spring. We will do our best, but make no guarantees, as room placements are at the discretion of Skamania Lodge.
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If you wish to come early or stay longer, you can also reserve 2 extra nights before or after the retreat at a discounted rate. Attendees can contact us for this option after registration and note this on the Registration Form that will be sent to you in early Spring.
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Unfortunately, the tickets for the retreat are sold as a package for the entire four nights and three full days. There are no discounts given on only attending the retreat part time.
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Yes, Skamania Lodge has an incredible chef and staff that can adjust and accommodate any dietary restrictions. These restrictions will need to be listed on the Registration Forms that will be sent out in early Spring.
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We do expect that you will have many gifts from the retreat and their sponsors. If you cannot fit your gifts in your luggage, then we will have boxes ready to pack and mail at a nominal charge to ship your items home to you.
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The weather is ever changing here in the PNW. Although the weather should be mild in the 70’s in August, we have weather changes all the time. It will be warmer in the day and cooler at night. You will get a packing list in your documents with the Registration Forms that will be sent out in early Spring.
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August is the last month of the summer in Stevenson WA. It also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76°F and an average low of 49°F. There is always a chance of light rain but no snow in August.