Base camp is The Barn, a magical structure built in 1904, lit by oil lamps and candles...a rustic, homey place with wood-burning cook stove, common area loft with open firepit overlooking the spiral path and our organic garden. Camp setting provides a glorious view of the sunrise and sunset.
WHAT IS PROVIDED
Nutritious, delicious meals, snacks, drinking water, coffee, teas, lemonade, all eating and cooking utensils. Every effort will be made to accommodate special diets if you advise me one week before your arrival.
Also provided: first aid kit, insect repellent, biodegradable soap and shampoo, composting outhouse, portable solar camp showers, shower stall, wood-fired hot tub and hammocks.
WHAT TO BRING
Tent, sleeping bag, appropriate clothing for time of year, rain gear, swimsuit, personal items, sturdy walking shoes, river shoes. Your gear will be portaged in our truck as you wade the creek and walk 1/2 mile to base camp. Individual fires, drugs or alcohol are prohibited.
Volunteer to help with meals, draw water or gather firewood. As we do our simple camp chores, we get to know each other and are drawn together into an earth-honoring community.
To spend time on the land - under the stars, around the fires sharing stories, songs, drumming, catharsis - all of it was absolutely what I needed. And you have such a wonderful way of guiding the experience. It was amazing to me how everything got done - from our journeys to the dishes - all in a such a relaxed way. My wonder child loved it all! I was reminded again of what important work you do. Most of us are far too disconnected from our roots and we need your knowledge, experience and devotion to help us re-connect. Rhonda ------
My life was forever changed by my very first workshop on your land. That very first time lying on my back in the barn loft listening to your drum and letting it take me to the other world is like my baptism. It has seasoned everyday since. Suzanne ------
The Gracious Well and Creek provide refreshment in abundance, and slowing
down in the summer is such a treat. The Land holds all of us in sweet embrace. Love is everywhere. Kate ------
I really enjoyed the retreat and spending time once again at EE. I really appreciate your peaceful spirit. It is a rare and beautiful gift to be in the presence of one who mirrors back to us deep spiritual peace. Thank you. Cindy ------
For me and my family you are the best guide. Your awareness is precious to me. Ingrid ------
Photo credits: Donna Witteried, John Hilton, Maggie Lampitt