Our History

Balanced Rock Foundation was formed in 2007 by a diverse group comprised of Yosemite locals, Bay Area locals, health practitioners, nature nuts, and community organizers, with the common purpose of sharing the powerful experiences we've shared with others in Yosemite. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that evolved from Wild Women Workshops, which used the tools of yoga and creative writing within wilderness trips to encourage women to foster self-expression, empowerment, and exploration. The success of the trips demonstrated the demand for these types of workshops, and we expanded our offerings to meet that need.

Our aim is to do work that encourages people to "unplug" from the world of technology-whether for a few moments or days-while plugging back into the earth that sustains us. From here we can remember how to sustain ourselves while seeking a balance in our daily lives.