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Badassery in the Berkshires
A Project 1490 Retreat

An exclusive three-day experience for high-performing, kick-ass women, ready for their next step and to unleash their true potential.

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May 16-18, 2025

Sheffield, MA

Photography by Kelsea Watkins Photography

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Take the short-cut on the road less traveled

Surrounded by the beautiful Berkshire mountains in Spring, you'll feel the daily stresses fall away as soon as you arrive at the bohemian Race Brook Lodge. Over three days, you'll get clarity of vision, remove obstacles, and make an executable plan for your next step. While you're at it, you'll expand your comfort zone, learn new outdoor skills, and make real friendships with like-minded, badass women leaders — all while having a ton of fun. You'll return with a whole new perspective — and ready for whatever's next.

 

This kind of transformation can take years. We'll get you there in three days.

Is This You?

Badassery in the Berkshires is an exclusive, intimate retreat

for high-performing, corporate executive women who:

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  • know there's more to their potential  — both as leaders and women

  •  wish to expand both the grace & grit in themselves

  • have the capacity to truly support other women

  • are ready for what's next for them

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If you have a nagging feeling that there's more to be unleashed in you, if you're ready to take your next step,

or have been looking for something new,

this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

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Built, Not Bought

As an exceptional leader, you possess an inherent resilience you draw upon to make critical decisions, steer through crises, and inspire others to join you. This deep-seated confidence is mostly built through experiences that have tested and grown your resolve over time,

proving your capabilities to yourself.

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But can we deepen this well of confidence we've built so far?

Can we intentionally grow this kind of resiliency and become even better leaders...faster? And how far can it take us if we do?


By grabbing opportunities to step outside our comfort zones, acquiring new skills, and pushing beyond our limits, we can expedite realizing our full leadership potential, accelerate our rise, and take our next step toward the vision we see for ourselves.

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Come and see...

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Why We Must Accelerate

So much research shows women to be incredibly effective leaders who improve all measures of a company's (and a country's) success, yet we're not even close to reaching our potential.

The World Economic Forum predicts it will be another 130 years before we reach gender parity.

Wait, WHAT?!?

 

Seriously, what could possibly take so long?

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Well, we've got a few things holding us back still...

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Our Voices

Women speak up 75% less in a room in which they are outnumbered by men.

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Our Value

Men ask for raises 4x more often than women — and women ask for 30% less.

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Our Opportunities

Women apply for jobs when they match 100% of the qualifications, while men apply matching only 60%.

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Our Confidence

Women tend to focus on building competency over confidence;

but confidence is more highly correlated with success.

But that's not where the story ends.

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We've Got This.

We don't have to wait for the world to change. We can intentionally build confidence the same way we pursue competency and skills. By doing so, our opportunities increase, our seat at the table becomes more meaningful, and whatever YOUR next step is — you can take it, faster.

 

Key ingredients needed?

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  • Get out of our comfort zones

  • Learn new skills we didn't think we could do

  • Surround ourselves with other confident women

  • Help and support other women along their journey

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That's the recipe for badassery. That's the recipe for a great leadership retreat.

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The Setting: Race Brook Lodge

Set in the Berkshire mountains, Race Brook Lodge is a funky, boutique venue without pretense. Its cozy rooms make you feel like you're visiting an old friend, while the farm-to-table food delights like you're at a fine restaurant.

 

Steeped in history and surrounded by 100 acres at the foot of the Taconic Range, RBL provides the perfect backdrop to leave daily life behind, have a rich, new experience outdoors and hatch your personal next step. The old barn, the warm campfires and the eclectic Speakeasy add to the charm of the place where we'll make lasting memories and forge new friendships.

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Hustle, Not Handed

An Overview: 50% Activities, 50% Content & 100% Fun

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The Networking

When was the last time you had a blast while networking? (Ever?) We're trading the stuffy ballrooms for the great outdoors where no one needs to impress. The beauty of learning together is we're all in the same boat and getting to know each other is a heap of fun. And, then, oh by the way, the person you were just lassoing with? She could be just the person you need to know in your career! From s'mores around a campfire, to an elegant dinner with an after-party, there'll be plenty of time to not just grow your network, but to make real friends.

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The Activities

Leaders don't just lead in the boardroom, they lead everywhere. Would you know what to do in a real crisis of survival? How would it change the way you see yourself if you were the one everyone relied on? And how would that grow the confidence you carried with you at work? On retreat, we'll be trained in the art of wilderness survival by experts and learn everything from making tools, building a fire & shelter, foraging, archery and a lot more. We'll also have some fun side activities from poker to lasso that you'll be psyched to say you did when you get home!

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The Content

What happens in 1490, stays in 1490 — giving us the freedom to speak our minds, see both our strengths & weaknesses, and be open to new ideas. The content is designed to help you, personally (not generally), take your next step — whatever that may be. Ready for a promotion? Want to be a more transformative leader? Ready for a board seat? Time to make that side hustle into something?With the help of expert coaches and peer workshops, we'll clarify what your next step is, tackle your obstacles and set a plan in motion. 

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Yes, you can take this time for yourself,
make the investment to accelerate your career and get what you really want..

We've only got this one life to make the most of

and time isn't getting any longer for any of us.

Erin S.

Managing Director

"The sense of belonging was SO strong right from the start. I don’t think I’ve ever felt that so quickly in a group of strangers before."

Alissa R.

Founder

"It’s unlike anything else I have ever experienced. I left feeling grateful and excited to put my thoughts into action! I was surrounded by so many badass women and felt supported and safe."

Katy P.

Associate Vice President

"I felt nervous, curious and excited prior to arrival, and when I left I felt seen, heard and so fucking grateful."

Christina F.

Director

"I feel so empowered! I left and had to attend a conference the following day. I just felt really strong, confident and grounded!"

Jeni S.

Founder

"It's going to be the best medicine for your soul, and you're going to do the best networking of your life."

Lizzie B.

Director

"If you’re not a fan of typical networking bc it feels inauthentic, want to meet amazing women, and want more guidance on your future career path while connecting in nature, this is a must!"
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Spots are (Very) Limited

This will be an intimate and exclusive retreat. Registration is open and spots are limited.

 

If you have questions or would like to hear more details to see if it's fit,

please schedule time with our founder, Sarah Dale, here.

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The Investment

Each all-inclusive ticket includes all lodging, meals (with a first-class chef), alcohol, entertainment (so much fun - wait till you see what we have in store), coaches, wilderness trainer and all the badass activities. Total Value: $5000

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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT CODE: Take an additional $200 off if registered before January 1, 2025: EARLY1490

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Various accommodation options available to offer different price points.

RACE BROOK LODGE:

Private Room on Property: $2499  (Maverick Member: $1999)

Shared Room on Property: $2199 - limited availability (Maverick Member $1759)

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RACE BROOK MOUNTAIN HOUSE

Private Room/Shared House off Property: $2199 (2 minute drive/10 minute walk -limited availability) (Maverick Member: $1759)

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Member discounts apply to member and one additional guest. Apply for membership here.

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Questions?

If you have questions about the retreat or Project 1490, please shoot us an email or schedule a time below with our founder, Sarah Dale.

Earned, Not Given

After you leave the world behind for three days, retreat into nature, you'll return with a new perspective, a host of new friends and an even deeper reservoir of badassery than you already have.

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Expand

Who you think are.

What you're capable of.

What you see as your value.

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Grow

Your resiliency and confidence.

Your capacity to lead.

Your network.

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Accelerate

Your rise.

Your path to success.

Your being the best leader you can be.

Unleash Your Badassery

See you in the Berkshires!

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