#MamaSpringBreak 2023

business & ADventure RETREAT DETAILS

Dear friend,

I am thrilled to invite you to join me LIVE for #MamaSpringBreak in Arizona, April 13-15, 2023! You are a confident, capable, caring leader. You’ve come far in your business ($100K up to multi-million-level) and have a big vision for your future. In this group, we are ALL big-thinking entrepreneurs and mothers. With an intimate group of hand-selected, diverse 6-8 women we’ll be learning with—and from—each other. We are different in many ways but all committed to our babies and businesses.

This weekend is time and space to talk real numbers, be open about struggles, and boldly share big business dreams. I picture us crying, laughing, and connecting deeply. As heart-powered women, we’ll all come away smarter for 2023.

Below you’ll find details about the retreat: where, what to expect, what to pack, etc.

Much love,

Crystalee Beck

Co-founder, The Mama Ladder



YEEHAW! see you at the ranch

We’ll be staying at beautiful Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg, AZ. Family-owned-and-operated since 1948, this luxury dude ranch is a desert oasis—sheltered from city noise and lights—where you can make dear new friends, learn about business, adventure, and treat yourself to time for YOU.

Image courtesy of Rancho de los Caballeros

RESORT Amenities

  • Two restaurants

  • Full-service saloon

  • Kids club

  • Babysitting services

  • On-site laundry facility

  • 20,000 acres of Sonoran Desert

  • Luxury spa and salon

  • 18-hole golf course

  • Tennis courts

  • Heated outdoor swimming pool

  • Horse corrals

Ranch Address & Directions

RANCH ADDRESS:

1551 S VULTURE MINE RD
WICKENBURG, ARIZONA 85390-2118

PHONE: 928.684.5484

TOLL FREE: 800.684.5030

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

Located in Wickenburg, Arizona, Rancho de los Caballeros is a 75-minute drive north of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). You are ultimately responsible for your transportation to and from the ranch, but we’ll have an info session on Zoom to talk about carpooling or splitting a rental car.

Your ACCOMMODATIONS

You’ll be staying in either your own Hermosa King Room, with the décor of a welcoming Hacienda or Ranch King Room with the charm and character of the old Southwest. Both have king beds for you to get a good sleep, sans kids! Features include a large private sun patio, air conditioning, Direct TV satellite television, coffee maker, mini refrigerator, free wireless internet, data-port, study desk, telephone with voicemail, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, alarm clock/radio, daily newspaper, local shuttle, and outdoor parking.

REtreat Investment

Your investment of $1,500 covers the event planning, lodging, meals, snacks, adventure activities, professional photos, Mama Power t-shirt, a gift bag — and memories you’ll hold dear.

Each night of your stay includes three (3) meals and choice of 1 round of golf OR 1 trail ride OR 1 round of trap shooting. Swimming, tennis, participation in guided nature programs, and scheduled shuttle service to historic Wickenburg for shopping and tours are complimentary with your stay too.

A few options for free time: Swim or sunbathe, take a guided or solo hike, golf, spa time, work on a project, call home, chat with your new friends, or take a nap! You do you, friend.

You will be sent an attendee agreement and invoice by The Mama Ladder, both due by December 18, 2022.


WELCOME TO Create-Our-Own Content LEARNING

Let’s learn from each other with create-our-own-content that’s personal, relevant, and valuable! Please add your burning business questions to the Talk & Tackle list. Come ready to share lessons you’ve learned the hard way and rarely talk about. We will take turns being group guides for 30 minutes. This can look like a presentation, activity, or thought-provoking questions. Do your thing! To help: What is your unfair advantage or business super power as a mom business owner? THAT is the gold we want you to focus on in your 30 minutes. Please add your topic by December 18.

retreat ITINERARY

Please note: All times are in Arizona Time Zone (they don’t change time zones.) We have a simple format so we can be flexible and not rushed by the clock. Start and end times are constant so you can make travel arrangements in advance.

THURSDAY

Please arrive by 12:00 p.m. AZ time

12 p.m. Orientation & Welcome Lunch (Buffet)

2 - 4 p.m. Focus Topics Block 1

Free time

5:30 p.m. - Dinner Reservation

7 - 8 p.m. Talk & Tackle List

8 p.m. Free time/Evening Activities

FRIDAY

Breakfast (open 7-9 a.m.)

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Horseback Trail Ride

Group Photos

Lunch Buffet

Free time

3-5 p.m. Focus Topics Block 2

5:30 p.m. - Dinner Reservation

7 - 8 p.m. Talk & Tackle List

9 p.m. Free time/Evening Activities

SATURDAY

Yoga? Sleep in? You do you.

Breakfast (open 7-9 a.m.)

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Focus Topics Block 3

1 p.m. Farewell Lunch

Check out by 3 p.m.


SUGGESTED PACKING LIST

Come with an open mind and willingness to share your insights. Also, pack the following …

Clothing

  • One professional outfit (for group picture)

  • Three casual outfits

  • Hiking or horseback riding outfit

  • Hiking boots or tennis shoes

  • Jacket for hike

  • Jammies for two nights

  • Bathing suit

  • Socks + undies for three days

Other

  • Your framed family picture (you’ll share this in your “Meet & Eat” intro and we’ll display them)

  • An item that represents your business (again, you’ll share this with the group)

  • Yoga mat

  • Toiletries

  • Medicine, if needed

  • Eye care items, if needed (contacts and/or glasses)

  • Feminine products

  • Journal or notebook + pens or your preferred writing tool(s)

  • Phone charger

  • Alarm clock

  • Water bottle

  • Backpack or bag for hiking (to carry your water bottle, lunch, camera, etc.)

  • Camera


FOOD & DINING

Your meals are all included at the ranch! And we’ll bring plenty of yummy and healthy snacks to share too.

Also, this is a mamas-only retreat. We all love them, and this is a break from our babies. Please make arrangements for your children to be with others while you’re at this retreat.