OCT 8–11 · POTOMAC, MT
Dig deep, build high.
A Montana men’s retreat for authentic masculinity in challenging times.
Capped at 25 men · $250 early bird through Sept 7
PHASE ONE
Dig deep
Grief. Breath. Silence. Fire. We go inward first, into the parts of ourselves that are hardest to face, to access what’s real.
PHASE TWO
Build high
Skills. Mentorship. Action. Then we come back out and put that power to work, in ourselves and in each other.
One continuous ritual, held by brotherhood, rhythm, and sacred fire the whole way through.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Modalities for the whole man
01
Ritual & ceremony
Opening and closing container, held with intention.
02
Breathwork & meditation
Nervous system regulation, grounded in the body.
03
Drumming & singing
Rhythm as the heartbeat under everything else.
04
Skills workshops
Authentic communication, deep listening, emotional resiliency, strength & mobility, healthy habits, practical self-defense.
05
Mentorship
Passing it forward, and receiving it too.
06
Sauna & solo time
Space to sweat, reflect, and just not do anything.
Montana Men’s Foundation, gathered
FACILITATION
Guided by men living the work.
Matthew Nord
Founder of Nord Studios and Tangled Tones Music Studio, Matthew has led drum circles and rhythm work since his first Montana Men’s Gathering in 2007.
Kavan Peterson
A black belt in Aikido and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Kavan works with men rebuilding nervous system regulation, presence, and self-trust.
Adam Boomer
A therapist and former Griz linebacker, Adam brings trauma-informed, embodied presence to his work with men, veterans, and first responders.
Hosted by Patrick Marsolek, MMF President, on his family’s property in Potomac.
LOGISTICS
What to expect on the ground
Camping
Bring your own tent, sleeping bag, and warm layers. October in Montana means real weather, possibly snow.
Meals
Thursday night potluck kicks things off. Friday and Saturday, hearty lunches and dinners are catered. Breakfast is on you.
The setting
A 30-ft yurt on forested private land outside Missoula, with kitchen, sauna, and room to roam.
JOIN US
25 spots. One weekend. Come as you are.
Early bird · through Sept 7
Standard
Scholarships available, case by case — contact Patrick.
MONTANA MEN’S FOUNDATION
A community of men gathering with purpose, in Missoula and beyond.