Ancient traditions throughout time have honored the solstices as significant thresholds for existence and marked with rituals and ceremonies.

Following these ancient traditions during the solstice time, we will spend this fertile time to retreat and reconnect with the beauty of the Earth and tune into the instinctual rhythms of light by meditating outdoors and immersing ourselves into the natural world. of the Earth and aligning our inner realm with the instinctual rhythms of light. We will open ourselves to the exquisite wonder, beauty, instinctual rhythms of light, and the wisdom of the natural world as a mirror of our true nature --- whether through sunset and sunrise meditations, listening to the soothing sounds of the natural world, deep reflections, Council, conversations and medicine walks with the land amidst pine forests and aspen groves and star gazing.

Just as the natural world appears to be ripening and flowering of the seeds planted, the inner realm is s full and flowering with power, innocence, truth, flow, and vitality --- bridging the passage between spirit and flesh. The solstice asks us to tune into the inner fire and the watery flow of body and open to the instinctual alignment and rhythm that will carry us through this seasonal passage.

This retreat/workshop is appropriate for beginning mediators as well as seasoned practitioners. Guided and silent meditations are offered throughout the week.

Retreat Guidelines:

This gathering is offered as a free service to our community. We believe in the medicine of Nature and our inner nature, and we humbly invite you to pause and tune into your senses for 5 days.

• Food & Gear: Due to the wild setting of this retreat, guests provide their own food and gear. There will be fully equipped outdoor kitchens and a council tent (weather permitting) for practice and council.

Upon reserving your spot you will be sent an email with logistics and a gear list as well as a group thread for our gathering together. We look forward to connecting.

Guides:

Colleen Bishop & Thompson Bishop

Assistants: TBD