"The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness”

Retreats are gatherings of people who want to relax, play, explore and be together for healing, personal awareness and development of group cohesion. Time throughout the day for sharing ideas and inspiration, group and individual activities, and silent reflection facilitates this process. Retreats have a program of activities that vary depending on the level of the retreat and its theme.

A retreat is an opportunity to withdraw from the stress and business of the daily world. Retreats center on creating balance in our lives through the discovery of the peace and joy inherent in spending time in nature. In the beautiful environment of Kalinda with its quiet trails, fragrant garden, labyrinth and enchanting woods, you can refresh yourself. You will be making a conscious choice to put yourself first and actively improve your life. You will be reconnecting to the more natural and essential things in life while engaging with fellow group members in valuable activities. Each retreat addresses the needs of body, mind and spirit.

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Workshops provide valuable educational experiences in learning to use tools that will develop greater awareness of our connection to nature. The use of these tools enhances spiritual awakening, healing, balance, peace and joy. There are usually two parts to the workshop--a teaching component for learning a skill and an activity that applies the learning in an experiential way. Kathie's workshop topics center around the natural world, the connection of people and the earth. You will learn to feel confident using many practical wilderness survival skills, practice plant communication, journal in nature, practice sacred fire making, and discover many other areas of interest.

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Day Quests are day long experiences alone in nature. It is a time set aside for fasting in solitude to allow nature to speak to the heart of its unification with all life. Solitude and close contact with land, plants and creatures provide guidance and healing. Sitting on a stump or meandering a trail, the quester can take time to contemplate the teachings of nature, note how the earth reflects an inward journey and the creek has a song forgotten, and then stop to taste the breeze.

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