Why Couples Are Choosing Destination Weddings at Swell Retreat When most people think about a wedding, they picture a beautiful ceremony, a reception, and a couple hours spent celebrating before everyone heads home. But what if your wedding could be so much more? We host weddings at Swell Retreat, and we hear the same comment over and over from guests: "This is the best wedding I've ever been to." At first, we thought they were talking about the ceremony. They weren't. They w

Over the past 3 years, I’ve spent hundreds of hours with youth, families, leaders, veterans, and individuals who are carrying burdens that often remain unseen. Through Hearts & Horses, one truth has become impossible to ignore: The statistics are real. But they are not destiny. The Scoreboard We Inherited Today's youth are growing up in a world where: Suicide #1 or #2 cause of death, pending source, for ages 10-44 in Utah. 1 in 3 teens report prolonged sadness or hopelessness

In a world filled with constant noise, distractions, and pressure, many people are searching for something deeper—more clarity, more peace, stronger relationships, and a greater sense of purpose. The challenge is that most of us try to think our way into change. What if transformation doesn't begin in your head? What if it begins through experience? At Swell Retreat, nestled between the San Rafael Swell and the Manti-La Sal Mountains of central Utah, our Hearts & Horses Retre

Present and Joyful Motherhood: Why I Chose It — and How It Changed Everything By Lacy J. Hardman For eight years of my life, I pursued becoming a cardiovascular surgeon. I joined the military to help pay for medical school. While deployed to Afghanistan, I experienced things that shifted me deeply — including being shot at. Those moments forced me to confront what really mattered. Three weeks into my pre-med semester at the University of Utah, I made a decision that shocked a

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Ever wondered how dreams are built from trials and tribulations? Ben and Lacy Hardman’s story is one of courage, resilience, and...

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We are thrilled to share some exciting news— Lacy has been featured in the latest issue of She Served Magazine ! This remarkable honor...

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There’s something magical about reconnecting with family surrounded by nature’s beauty. A recent review from one of our guests summed it...

Imagine escaping the hustle of everyday life with your partner, surrounded by nature, under a starlit sky, in a cozy glamping tent. If...