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Where nature, horses, and human presence meet in a quieter, more conscious way of being
Can you see yourself here?? A range of workshops, retreat and immersive experiences are offered at Dune Lakes, designed to be deeply experiential, grounding, and transformative โ connecting people, nature, horses, and inner wellbeing in meaningful ways.
โจ Horses, You & Your Relationship (for couples and singles) โ exploring connection, communication, and relational awareness through the wisdom of horses
โจ Health & Longevity Immersions โ fasting, detox, plant-based food preparation, and sustainable wellbeing practices
โจ Yoga Workshops & Movement Practices โ breath, embodiment, and inner alignment in nature
โจ Natural Horse Friendship & Liberty Training โ building trust, presence, and authentic partnership with horses
โจ Horse, Art & Yoga Retreats โ creativity, stillness, movement and expression woven together in a nature-based retreat experience
โจ Equine Non-Violent Communication Workshops โ learning relational awareness, boundaries, and connection through horse wisdom
โจ Leadership Programs (Equus Presence) โ experiential advanced leadership coaching and team development through horse wisdom, presence-based learning, and embodied awareness practices
โจ 10-Day Immersive Residential Retreat โ a deep reset into nature, stillness, embodiment, and reconnection with self, horses, and land
โจ 5-Day Residential Horse Camps โ for families, or childrenโs-only immersive nature and horse experiences
Which one resonates with you? Express your interest โ whether for personal growth, family experiences, or future retreat participation.
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Iโve noticed a quiet shift happening here at Dune Lakes as we move deeper into autumn. The light softens, the mornings arrive a little slower, and the land seems to exhale. Itโs a time of grounding โ of drawing inward while staying gently connected to whatโs unfolding around us. If you feel it too, youโre not alone in it.
Thereโs also a deeper undercurrent that feels worth naming. Something is moving through at the moment โ hard to put language to without it sounding abstract, yet very present. A sense of pressure, intensity, and change beneath the surface. On a wider level, it can feel like a herd in motion โ energy rising, direction shifting, old structures falling away. From within it can seem chaotic, but from a wider view thereโs a deeper intelligence at work, a reorganisation taking place, finding its way toward a new coherence.
Here at Dune Lakes, that same movement is felt in a more grounded way. It lives within each of us โ in the stretch, the restlessness, the quiet opening. And so we return, like a horse finding its footing, to what is steady and real: the land, the breath, and the presence of one another. What feels most important now is the gathering of a conscious human herd โ people and resources coming together in unity and harmony. In that shared presence, something steadies. The movement doesnโt stop, but it becomes navigableโฆ and within it, a quiet stillness begins to emerge.
This is the invitation here โ not to figure it all out, but to feel into it together. To be part of a living rhythm that is unfolding moment by moment, season by season.
This past weekend, the land came alive in a different rhythm as we hosted an incredible drumming camp. The steady beat of drums echoed across the land and through the trees โ primal, connective, and deeply centering. Thereโs something timeless about gathering in circle, feeling rhythm move through the body, and remembering that we are part of something ancient and shared. The energy lingered long after the final beat fadedโฆ a reminder of the power of coming together in presence.
And the rhythm continues. Next weekend we welcome the Handpan Festival, where sound becomes something almost otherworldly โ soft, expansive, and deeply meditative. If you feel called, you are warmly invited to join us in this experience of sound, space, and stillness.
As we move toward the end of the month, we shift again โ this time into stillness. Our โDigital Detoxโ Retreat for the Electro-Hypersensitive offers a space to unplug from the noise and reconnect with whatโs real and immediate. No screens, no urgency โ just nature, community, and the quiet wisdom that arises when we give ourselves permission to slow down. You are welcome to join us in this pause.
Life at Dune Lakes continues to be guided by a simple rhythm โ not imposed, but felt. Like a herd finding its natural flow, thereโs an unspoken understanding here: awareness of one another, respect for space, and a shared intention to live in harmony. Itโs not about perfection, but about presence.
The gardens are still giving, the water remains clear and abundant, and the land continues to hold all who arrive with openness. If you feel the call, reach out, there is space here for you to land, to listen, and to simply be part of what is unfolding.
As we settle into this season, thereโs a gentle invitation: to simplify, to listen more deeply, and to remember that abundance often lives in the spaces weโve been too busy to notice.
If this resonates, you are warmly welcome here.
Ngฤ mihi aroha ๐ ๐โจ
Rosemary
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT DUNE LAKES IN DATE ORDER
14 April - 7pm - The Way of the Horse โ FREE 1-hour Webinar. Iโll be sharing another meditation and exploring how the horses guide us plus more insights from the herd. The depth of sharing, the open-ness, honesty, and vulnerability, had everyone moved and inspired on the call last month ๐๐ผ You are welcome to join via Zoom here (Meeting ID: 243 563 2594, Passcode: dunelakes). RSVP - I look forward to sharing connection with you.
16 - 19 April 2026 Kiwi 'Hand Pan' Festival KiwiPan Festival is a place where hand pan players and enthusiasts can gather and experience the magic this 'world's youngest instrument' has to offer. Come experience beautiful music and attend hand pan workshops that draw on years of experience. Nourish yourself with wholesome, energising, vibrant food and engage in conversation for your soul at this event. There will be instruments to share and try out and also the opportunity to go home with a new instrument! All are welcome, no hand pan experience necessary. Beginner, intermediate and advanced players will all have much to learn. Contact TimTom kiwipanfestival@gmail.com
24-26 April (ANZAC weekend) - A Retreat for the Electro-Hypersensitive -SaferTech NZ www.safertechnz.co.nz
Understanding EHS - A weekend retreat for those experiencing the symptoms of electro-hypersensitivity (microwave syndrome).
Hereโs a restful, rural, EMF-free opportunity to: Share our stories and learnings about this impairment Discover healing practices and protection strategies Consult with physicians (Dr Kelly, Dr Butler), researchers (Lyon, Holden) and EMF specialists (Waddell, Marcroft) -- some via Zoom โข Form support groups and seek medical verification โข Nurture yourself with vibrant food, good company, and deep rest in native bush
Please email Michael Fleck netweavernz@yahoo.co.nz with your name and phone number to register your interest. We will then send further details and costs.
1-3 May Wild Wise Womenโs Retreat with Horses:
Join us for a transformative weekend of empowerment, healing, and sacred sisterhood! Designed to nourish your soul, awaken your spirit, and deepen your connection with yourself, nature, and the wisdom of horses.
Horses guide us, offering intuitive wisdom and helping us break through barriers. Theyโll empower us to trust our instincts, embrace our strength, and reconnect with our true essence. This retreat is a chance to connect with like-minded women in a nurturing, supportive space. Together, weโll share, learn, and grow, amplifying our individual healing journeys as we step into our fullest potential. Register here.
9 May - ๐ฟ Social Olive Picking Day ๐ฟ Join my neighbour Sue and I for a relaxed and joyful day among the olive trees! Come solo or with friends and enjoy a few hours of picking, fresh air, and easy conversation. Itโs a beautiful chance to meet new people, share some fun, and reconnect with nature.
Lunch is provided, and as a thank you, your own bottle of beautiful virgin cold-pressed olive oil. No experience neededโjust bring comfy clothes, shoes and a hat. Come for the olives, stay for the connection, and leave with something golden. ๐ฟ RSVP Rosemary.
24 May - Equine Circle Workshop - Circle of Presence: Connect, Reflect, Evolve ๐ฟ
Our Equine Circle Workshop, is usally held on the 3rd Sunday of each month, is an experiential gathering for both women and men to explore presence, connection, and authentic leadership alongside our horses. Horses, highly attuned and non-judgmental, reflect our internal states with remarkable honesty, offering immediate insight into how we show up in our relationships and work. This is a unique opportunity to develop emotional intelligence, relational awareness, and grounded clarity in a supportive, hands-on environment. Whether you are curious about personal growth, leadership, or simply want to experience the profound wisdom of these incredible animals, the Circle offers space to connect, reflect, and step more fully into your authentic presence. Register here.
Winter Dates
14 June - Equine Circle Workshop
21 June - Winter Solstice Gathering
19 July - Equine Circle Workshop
Each event listed above offers a chance to pause, reconnect, and realign. Each one is crafted to nourish the spirit, deepen your bond with nature, and gently invite you to slow down, breathe, and open your heart โ all alongside the quiet wisdom of our beloved horses.
A gentle mantra for today โฆโฆ
In unity we find safety, in presence we find truth.
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