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A Place for Reflection
Written By: Jenny King | Issue: 2016/09 - September | Photograph By: Marjorie Christiansen Photography
As soon as you cross through the gates at Blue Star Ranch, the land itself seems to encourage you to stop the chatter, to be quiet and listen. It’s a place for reflection and discovery.
After a series of life-changing events, Trish and Carl Ring were inspired to restore five disparate land plots to create a haven for people seeking a return to nature and a renewed sense of purpose in their lives. The land has waited a long time for their stewardship
Located on over 140 acres off Norton Road in Cashiers, Blue Star Ranch is the premier equine coaching facility in the Southeast. Most people think of riding when they think of horses, but guests do not ride at the ranch; instead, they learn to do groundwork in the arenas with the horses. They send horses around the ring, over jumps, and around barrels without any halter or lead. Their coach helps them understand their inner experience of connecting with these lively, beautiful animals. The horses are considered “co-coaches” and are active participants in retreats and workshops.
The ranch hosts private events for leaders and learners of various disciplines to retreat and collaborate. Their cornerstone program is RingLeader Equine Coaching, which is available by private appointment with Dr. Trish Ring or one of their accomplished coaches.
On September 19 through 22 they’ll host a workshop for coaches, therapists, and other helping professionals called “Find Your Fire Retreat: Spark Your Heart, Ignite Your Coaching.” Facilitated by Sas Petherick, Jac McNeil and Trish Ring, Ph.D., the workshop is for those who coach others and the goal is to create a transformative experience that will help you find the clarity and spark to shift your coaching forward.
Join them September 29 through October 1 to “Unleash Your Inner Super Power: A Three-Day Retreat on Creativity.” The three facilitators are creative masters in painting, creative writing circles and coaching. Your small group experiences will be woven together in large group activities and ceremonies designed to allow your authentic self-expression to emerge in a safe and thrilling way.
To find out more about what is on their calendar of events and all they have to offer, visit them online at BlueStarRanch.com or call them at (828) 743-3281. Your soul will thank you.
