Recent Posts by Kim Bowen

Hidden gem of a resort

The resort was a perfect and peaceful escape.  The view of the lake from our cabin (#14) was stunning. We really enjoyed the lack of TV!  The cabin was spotlessly clean and I thought fully stocked with absolutely everything we needed.  And, we can't forget to mention the opportunity to walk to the lodge for…
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Simple stay, value in community and joys in nature

  We had a great time! I have included a YouTube video of the butterflies "puddling" and my son (enjoying them.) I will leave you with some wonderful photos from our recent stay because you had a really nice young lady who was super friendly to my son and he doesn’t get that a lot.…
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Life is messy and this is a balance

I'm thankful we found the Healer's Retreat, because life is messy and this is a balance.  Such a calm and relaxing atmosphere.  The lake water is clear and we enjoyed the fire pit right outside the door at Cabin #12.  Friendly owners and employees.  - Sheridyn Z., June 2025 CWC Retreats Restorative Retreat  
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Restorative Retreat for CareGivers

Weekend Restorative Retreat Crow Wing Crest Lodge September 25 - 27, 2026 To Register, click here Questions?  contact facilitator Molly:  (612) 562-8007 Limited capacity 10-12 people Sign up soon - there are still a few spaces left! Join Molly, Shelly, and Lisa Johnson Taylor to Restore, replenish, reconnect with your inner strength Caretakers come in…
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Aromatherapy Spotlight – Cedarwood essential oil

"Japanese researchers have studied 'forest bathing' — a poetic name for walking in the woods. They suspect aerosols from the forests, inhaled during a walk, are behind elevated levels of Natural Killer or NK cells in the immune system, which fight tumors and infections. A subsequent study, in which essential oils from cedars were emitted…
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Writing Workshop May 21-22, 2022

  Life Writing Retreat at Crow Wing Crest Lodge May 21-22, 2022 Saturday & Sunday   9 AM-Noon - guided work Noon-4 - independent writing - you’ll have access to quiet spaces in the lodge facilities +15 minute 1:1 conference with instructor - scheduled upon arrival Bring your own beverages and lunch Ready to kick…
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Lemon tree

(This was a fun write for writing class.  And true, of course. :) - Kim, CWC) "Lemon tree, very pretty and the lemon flower is sweet. but the fruit of the poor lemon is impossible to eat." – Peter, Paul & Mary     I sing when I clean cabins.  Any tune that has a…
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Great Covid procedures!

Loved all the little touches: beautiful antiques, everything you might need in the kitchen cabinets.   Screened-porch in Cabin #10 nice, lots of play areas for the kids, carousel, treats for purchase, affordable boat rental.  Great Covid procedures! Our favorite thing was just playing in the sand, renting a boat, and seeing all the loons.  We…
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