Arrival

Indigofest retreat commences 4pm-6:30pm Monday August 4th to allow time for check-in at the Main Lodge, KomBluecha meet & greet, sauna signup, and more.

• Sou’wester Lodge check-in closes at 9pm

• Quiet hours 10pm-8am

Schedule Overview:

8/4: Monday Meet & Greet with focaccia & KomBluecha and all campus check-in from 4-6:30pm.

8/5-8/7: Workshops and group activities through the week T/W/Th 9am-4pm(with break for lunch).

8/7: Thursday night group pizza, potluck, & giveaways. 8/8: Closing circle 9am and checkout by 11am.

Travel Details

See email for carpool/ride share information to/from PDX

Historic Sou’wester Lodge & Vintage Travel Trailer Resort Address: 3728 J Place Seaview, WA 98644

Please address all lodging questions and concerns directly with the Sou'wester email souwesterfrontdesk@gmail.com or call 1-360-642-2542

Internet: There is wifi available onsite for Sou'wester guests, passcode provided upon arrival.

Sou’wester Grounds Map

Cancellation Info

Blue Crew

Britt and Iris will be joined this year by seven marvelous assistants. The Blue Crew: Sara, Marion, Wren, AJ, Jessica, Jenn, Elan Libby, - these amazing folks have all been a big part of our indigo adventures and preparation and will help things run smoothly during the retreat and assist in small group vat time.

Photographer: Erin Scabuzzo will be onsite taking photographs and video(you will have the option to consent/dissent to photography). View our album from last year’s retreat here:

View the gallery from Ifest ‘24 Here - passcode: “blue2024”

All images courtesy of Erin Scabuzzo

Late checkin: Sou’wester Lodge staff will be onsite for checking/lodging/grounds support 9am-9pm.

Get in the Blue Mood

Listen to our Blue Beats playlist on Spotify

Pack List

• Apron - (and clothes that can get stained with blue.)

• Notebook with writing supplies

• Indelible waterproof pen to mark samples

• Mask - for fine powders

• Comfortable walking shoes - we will be walking a half mile to the beach for a ceremony about a 10-15 minute walk each direction. (It is possible to drive if there are any mobility concerns let us know.)

• Water bottle - filtered drinking water available at the outdoor kitchen

• Clothing & Toiletries: Stay prepared by bring layers for a wide temperature range 50-75℉ - it is generally cool at night and in the morning and very humid on the coast. It will be warmer in the afternoons, with daytime averages high of 66F and low of 56F. Rain is always a possibility. Sauna is clothing optional. While the ocean is nearby/walkable, its not typically hospitable for swimming(average temp of 56F) and rip currents are strong. For recommendations on swimming nearby, inquire at Sou’wester front desk. There will be a group of early am cold plungers you can join in with, if interested and brave. Hat, sunglasses, jacket, boots, sandals, all recommended. Add “Seaview, WA” to your weather app to track.

• Sunblock & bug spray

  Sou’wester provides all bedding, linens, towels for shower, pillows, and towels for the sauna.

  OPTIONAL ITEMS:

  • A camp chair or picnic blanket for hanging out, Seating available will be folding chair style and wooden benches.

  • Potluck item to share on Thursday evening (pizza will be provided for all with vegan, GF, and veggie options)

  • Flashlight/headlamp

  • Needles and thread/small item to mend/spinning wheels, etc. other handcraft projects for free time.

  • If local, feel free to bring cut indigo plants to swap/share(in a bucket w/ water for travel). 

  • Cash for the Trunk Show shop

    Please leave at home:

  • Any and all fireworks, weapons, & firearms are prohibited on campus

  • Illegal substances are prohibited

  • Smoking (cigarettes or otherwise) is prohibited on the Sou’wester campus, both inside buildings and all outside spaces.

Food/Restaurant Recommendations

Food is not included in your retreat ticket with the exception of Thursday nite Pizza dinner, please plan accordingly.

• Complimentary coffee/tea/kombucha is available daily.

• Sou’wester lodge has small general store with basics like eggs, canned and boxed dry goods(beans, rice, soups) and a few prepared foods like burritos/tamales and miscellaneous snacks/drinks/beer/wine. 

• Onsite lodging is equipped with kitchens(in most trailers, cabins, suites) or full outdoor kitchen access for rustic trailers, personal RVs, and campsites.

• Thursday nite pizza dinner is included in your ticket - gluten free/dairy free/ vegetarian/vegan options available.

• Potluck: optional we encourage folks to bring potluck sides to the pizza dinner to share.

Within walking distance is: The Depot restaurant

• Guide to restaurants on the peninsula

• Best food carts

• Grocery Stores

Event Ethics & Policies

We strive to nurture a welcoming community of learning. We commit to being kind and working together. As humans we are astoundingly diverse in our ideas while deeply similar in our needs. This paradox can lead to both wonder and conflict. We tip the balance towards wonder when we gather with the intention of keeping curiosity forward, listening skills at the ready, and hearts open. Legally this is spelled out in the following way:

We are committed to providing a safe space for learning and inclusion for all participants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. Our policies are as follows.

1. Show courtesy and respect for people of different backgrounds, experiences, and beliefs.
2. Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech (both verbal and written).
3. Follow applicable policies and safety procedures, as well as local law.

Unacceptable behaviors may include but are not limited to:

1. Harassment, bullying, and discrimination, including any verbal, physical, or visual conduct.
2. Sustained disruption of the event.
3. Any inappropriate, unwelcome, lewd or offensive behavior or language, including explicit or offensive language or conduct, profanity, obscene gestures, or racial, religious or ethnic slurs.
4. Being intoxicated, as determined by event management and/or property owners.
5. Any other illegal or otherwise inappropriate activity.
6. Failure to follow any rules or regulations of the event or instructions of the event staff could result in removal/dismissal from event and sou’wester property.

• Responsible and respectful use of alcohol is permitted on campus. The Sou’wester lodge store sells beer and wine for you to enjoy in your rooms or immediate outdoor vicinity. Per Washington State Law, open containers are not allowed in public areas.

• Smoking is prohibited on campus (cigarettes or otherwise)