Biking & Baking
2025 Retreats
September 11th-14th
Ready for a fresh adventure? Our Biking & Baking Retreat combines the thrill of cycling along the stunning Bay of Fundy with the joy of hands-on baking. Pedal through picturesque landscapes, spot local wildlife, and connect with nature, then dive into the art of sourdough bread-making and pizza crafting. Enjoy the perfect balance of outdoor activity, culinary creativity, and relaxation, topped off with delicious food and wine.
Who This Retreat is For:
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Those looking to disconnect and recharge while enjoying the great outdoors.
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Cycling enthusiasts at a beginner or intermediate level who enjoy scenic rides and nature exploration (our rides will be about 30km with some portions at higher elevations).
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Food lovers who want to learn the art of sourdough baking and pizza making.
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People seeking a relaxing yet productive retreat that combines adventure and creativity.
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Anyone wanting to experience hands-on learning in a beautiful, tranquil setting.
Cycling Benefits:
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Stunning Scenery: Experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Fundy, with its cliffs, beaches, forests, and abundant wildlife.
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Varied Trails: The Bay of Fundy Trail offers routes suitable for all skill levels, from easy rides to more challenging terrains.
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Mental Well-being: Cycling through this tranquil environment helps reduce stress and provides a peaceful escape.
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Cultural & Historical Exploration: Ride through historic sites, immersing yourself in the local culture and history.
Sourdough Bread Workshop Benefits:
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Hands-On Learning: Learn the science and art of sourdough baking, from fermentation to perfecting your technique—skills you can use at home.
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Creativity & Satisfaction: Baking is a creative process, and seeing the transformation of ingredients into fresh bread is deeply satisfying.
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Stress Relief: The mindful process of kneading, rising, and baking offers a calming, meditative experience.
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Culinary Skills: Enhance your baking skills and confidence, opening the door to new recipes and kitchen experiments.
AGENDA
Our intention is to provide you with inspiring, nourishing, and fun experiences to engage with nature and your inner creativity.
We begin Friday and Saturday with a three-hour guided bike ride experiencing the Bay of Fundy's stunning cliffs and lush forests and maybe even catch a glimpse of wildlife like seals and seabirds. Bike rentals (including helmets) are available on request.
In the afternoon, we gather for a hands-on baking experience at our sourdough bread baking workshop. Sourdough is such a satisfying bread to bake. It requires patience and a little bit of technique, but it’s incredibly rewarding to pull a freshly baked loaf out of the oven, especially knowing the natural fermentation process behind it.
You will be welcomed. You will be connected. You will have fun.
Thursday
Connection and Orientation
Friday
Cycling: Experience the historic fishing village of St. Martins. Explore the beautiful Fundy Trail on a guided bike tour that highlights the scenic beaches and amazing lookout sights. Although this trail is for beginners, there are some hills which can be a little challenging. Sourdough Bread Workshop Part 1: Roll up your sleeves and learn how to make a variety of sourdough breads. Explore the importance of using a sourdough starter and the fermentation process. Share a glass of wine with a slice of pizza made with our sourdough crust.
Saturday
Cycling: Travel along the old country roads, exploring Gardiner creek, hidden inlets and beautiful scenery. This day will be a little easier with fewer hills. Sourdough Bread Workshop Part 2: Learn about shaping your dough, new recipes and baking the bread. Learn about troubleshooting. End the event as we break bread together.
Sunday
Day of departure and farewells to new connections.
MEALS
Includes 3 daily meals for on-site retreat participants beginning with dinner on Wednesday, and ending with breakfast on Sunday.
We strive to source our meals from local farmers, fishermen and our own greenhouse. Our seafood is best-in-class in the world.
Each meal is a true taste of Maritime hospitality— so unforgettable, you might just stay.
ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING
With Accommodations: $2000 CAD + HST
Contact us for price without accommodations.
*Local transportation provided if lodging within St. Martins
Limited accommodations. First come, first served.
See more on-site amenities on our Retreats page.
◆ 4 days of locally sourced meals
◆ Guided programming
◆ Local transportation
◆ Daily guided excursions
◆ Beautiful accommodations
◆ Sunrise yoga deck
◆ Outdoor forest bathing
◆ 2.5 acre sanctuary
RETREAT FACILITATORS
Mary & Roger Clowater
We have been married for 25 years with 3 beautiful children. We’ve had businesses, worked for the corporate world and recently retired and bought a property near St. Martin’s, New Brunswick. Roger has always loved the outdoors and had an outdoor adventure company for 20 years focused on canoeing and biking. Mary has a passion for outdoor living and baking. She has a Cordon Bleu certificate and ran her own confectionary company with her husband called Mary’s Gourmet. Both of us have a passion for cycling and can’t wait to show others the beauty of the Bay of Fundy.
Kathleen Holland
I am a veteran of stepping into new Possibility. From Corporate Executive to Global Social Entrepreneur to Coach/Mentor, working on six continents, living on both coasts of Canada and climbing Kilimanjaro at the age of 50. The common denominator has been following my heart, trusting my inner wisdom to guide me into the next stage of my life and having the courage to take the leap. Nothing gives me greater joy than inspiring, connecting and supporting women to do the same. That is why I founded Age of Possibility.
