Are you ready to embrace your fears, step into the unknown, and embark on a 24 hour wilderness quest?
This is Wild Quest – a deeply transformational program, centred around a powerful, self-initiated rite of passage.
The quest itself is an ancient tradition, practiced for thousands of years by Indigenous cultures worldwide, often marking the ‘coming of age’ of young people.
In essence, it involves a journey into the wild, alone, to confront our fears, understand our challenges and find our truth, our gifts, our medicine.
Whether we’re navigating change or moving into a new stage or phase of life – the quest is an opportunity to honour and mark this, whilst being held and witnessed by community.
‘Wild Quest was one of the most beautiful and expansive experiences of my life. So special to connect to the land and immerse myself in nature, purely to listen and learn’
(Zani)
'This was a profound and powerful journey! The quest, with the gentle guidance of Lara, has shown me my fear and my strength, rigid thinking to flexibility, connection to nature, the land, and a 'coming home to me'
(Vicky)
'I came with no expectations and I have been completely transformed by this program. The work Lara offers is so powerful, so important, so necessary, and I'm so grateful for her offering'
(Laura)
SCHEDULE:
Day 1:
We meet on Thursday afternoon, providing the time to arrive, drop in, set up camp and meet the other participants.
After dinner, a ceremony is held to open our space, acknowledge country and share our intentions for the journey ahead.
Day 2:
Our second day is focused on preparing for your wilderness quest - on a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual level.
We explore how to connect with the natural world, to open and receive its medicine, and how to connect with your soul and draw on your innate wisdom.
You’ll also be guided through a process of finding your quest site and creating a safe container to journey through your rite of passage.
Day 3:
Our third day is dedicated to the quest itself. A fire at dawn marks the start of your journey, before you make your way out to your quest site.
For 24 hours, your time is spent in solitude, in communion with nature - creating the space for what needs to emerge, shift or change.
Day 4:
Our final day marks your return and is dedicated to integration - giving you the time and space to reflect and journal your experiences.
We come together in ceremony, to share stories and offer gratitude to the land, the people and the spirits that held us.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
🌿 3 nights self-catered camping (dinner provided)
🌿 Warm drinks and snacks throughout the program
🌿 All materials - for ceremonies, rituals and practices
🌿 Preparation guide – to help prepare for your quest
🌿 Follow up ceremony 2-4 weeks after the quest
🌿 Discount on 1:1 mentoring sessions
EXCHANGE:
Early bird special: $495 AUD (available until 20th April)
Regular price: $595 AUD (doors close midnight, 11th May)
Please follow the link to book your spot (limited to 5 participants)
DATES:
Starts Thursday 21st May 2026, from 2pm
Finishes Sunday 24th May, by 4pm
LOCATION:
This program is held in Thora, NSW - about 30 minutes from Bellingen (location and directions provided upon booking).
The space is on private land, on an intentional community - home to an abundance of wildlife and natural surroundings including creeks, rivers, forests and mountains
I’d like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land in which I live and work, the Gumbaynggirr people.
I offer my deep gratitude for the stories, wisdom and knowledge that’s been so generously shared by our Indigenous community.
May we acknowledge the past and continue to find ways to heal, grow and create a sense of unity as we move forwards.
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