Exploring Trees and Wildflowers

Connie Gray, Laurie Huckaby and Jim Tolstrup

July 18–20, 2014

Tuition $190 + 2 nights

Connie Gray

Laurie Huckaby

Jim Tolstrup

A Four Seasons Program

Join us as we explore the native plant communities of Shambhala Mountain Center and learn about the complex relationships between native plants, soil, weather, and wildlife. During this retreat, we will also discover some of the history and cultural uses of native plants. We will visit trees that were peeled for food by Native Americans centuries ago and contemplate the age of trees—some of which are over 700 year old. Taking time to relax deeply into this unique environment, we will rekindle our sense of wonder for the intricate, natural world around us. In the words of William Blake:

See a World in a Grain of Sand

And a Heaven in a Wild Flower,

Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand

And Eternity in an hour.

For more information on the Four Seasons Program, click here.

Program Details

Registration takes place from 2– 5 pm on your program start date. All participants and volunteer staff must check in at our Guest Registration house. Please arrive before 5 pm to check-in and settle into your accommodations. Your program begins with dinner, followed by an orientation. The Guest Registration house closes at 5 pm after which no one is available to provide information or orient you to your accommodations. All programs usually end at 12:30 pm on the program's departure date, followed by lunch. Further specifics regarding your program's schedule will be available upon arrival. If applicable, you will receive an email from the program coordinator in the week prior to your program with any additional information you may need.