NYC/Tri-State: Sacred Journeys & Retreats

SACRED JOURNEYS

Living From the Heart in Peru

September 10-23, 2011

Sacred Medicines of the Mountain and Jungle Sacred Valley, Moray, 5 Day Trek to Machu Picchu, Manu Reserve and Amazon River. Allow the healing magic of Peru to transform you! Beginning in Cusco, with several days of acclimation and ceremony in the Sacred Valley, and a visit to Moray, the Incan Temple of Fertility. Next, a 4-day trekking tour to Lares and Machu Picchu. You will encounter crystal clear rivers and lagoons, stunning waterfalls, primeval forests of Andean queuna trees, and the Inga Rakay archaeological site! After visiting Machu Picchu, you will be on your way to the Manu Reserve for 5 days of shamanic teachings on Plant Spirit Medicine and deep connection with the majestic birds of the Amazon!

Leader: Rony Camosa Pozo, Licensed, experienced and well respected indigenous tour guide who provides safe and supportive spiritual journeys. Cost: $2000 ($1800 for early registration) Inclusions: Tri-lingual tour guide, ground transportation, most meals, private cook, horsepacking and two ceremonies on the Lares Trek to Machu Picchu, Shamanic teachings, 1 private coca leaf reading, all accommodations and entrance fees. Exclusions: Domestic and International Airfare, alcoholic drinks, airport taxes, tips, laundry Registration Deadline: August 20, 2011 (Early registration by July 30) Deposit: $500 Company: Tika Trekking, 99 Harvey Rd, Worthington, MA 01098 Contact: Ana M. Wolf Phone: 413-446-9755 Website: www.tikatrekking.com Email: anamayawolf@yahoo.com

Trekking Choquequirao to Machu Picchu:

Transformational Mountain Medicine with Pachamama

October 1-15, 2011

Sacred Peru: Choquequirao, Machu Picchu, Urubamba, Pisaq, Cusco! Our journey begins in Cusco with a 2-day trek from Sacsayhuaman to Urubamba, followed by Pisac. Then on to our deep immersion into the Sacred: Cachora to Choquequirao to Machu Picchu. Nine days of exquisite pristine trail, incredible views, snow covered peaks, condors, Apurimac Canyon, private ceremony, Dry Andean Highland Forest, Cloud Forest, and the Pinchinuyoc Ruins where we spend the night on the old Incan terraces! The splendor of TWO of the most majestic Incan sites: Choquequirao AND Machu Picchu! So much more!

Leader: Rony Camosa Pozo, Licensed, experienced and well respected indigenous tour guide who provides safe and supportive spiritual journeys. Cost: $2000 ($1800 for early registration) Inclusions: Multiple ceremonies in magnificent private sacred settings! Private Coca Leaf reading, 2 Reiki healing sessions, professional tri-lingual guide, all ground transports, most meals, all accommodations, train RT for Machu Picchu, all entrance fees! More! Exclusions: Domestic and International Airfare, alcoholic drinks, airport taxes, tips and laundry Registration Deadline: September 3, 2011 (early registration is August 6, 2011) Deposit: $500 Company: Tika Trekking, 99 Harvey Road, Worthington, MA 01098 Contact: Ana M. Wolf Phone: 413-446-9755 Email: anamayawolf@yahoo.com Website: www.tikatrekking.com

Holistic Community Cruise Into Mayan Country

January 8-15, 2012

New Orleans, Costa Maya & Cozumel, Mexico; Belize, Honduras, on board the Norwegian Spirit cruise liner! This cruise will prove that personal growth and spiritual development can be fun! As we sail the seas, choose from three different interactive holistic workshops every hour. Every morning: Qigong, Meditation, Tibetan Five Rites, or a Conscious Breathwalk on the top deck. Evenings: Dance Party, Talent Show, Karaoke, a Panel of Channels, Costume Theme Party, Massage Party, etc. Our marketing efforts are centered on CT and surrounding states so it’ll be easy to stay connected with new friends!

Leader: Lois Grasso, Holistic Health Coach, Speaker, Entrepreneur. Join my team and 20+ holistic professionals to celebrate 2012! Cost: $997 per person double occupancy Inclusions: 7 nights accommodations, all meals, excursion to Mayan Ruins, holistic workshops, fun events, yoga, qigong, meditation. Taxes and port charges. Exclusions: Airfare and transfers, ship staff gratuities. Gallery reading with “Comedium” Patti Sinclair - $25 extra Registration Deadline: October 15, 2011 (Save $75 until July 15th!) Deposit: $200 Company: OxyGenesis Institute, 566 Prospect Ave., #4, Hartford, CT 06105 Contact: Shirley Bloethe or Doreen Fishman Phone: 860-322-0775 Email: info@yourholisticcruise.com Website: www.YourHolisticCruise.com

RETREATS

Youth Yoga & Nature Retreat

August 4-9 (ages 7-12), August 11-16 (ages 13-17)

Learn basic Yoga, Breath, Relaxation techniques, Mind Controlling techniques and intro to Meditation. Also learn basic gardening and cooking skills as well as nature appreciation. Daily hiking, biking, pool, ping-pong table and great reading room. Evening Bon-Fires and a trip to the Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center & the Museum. Arrival times 4pm August 4th and August 11th. Small group - 6 spots only. Peaceful, friendly, affordable.

Leader: Marilyn Valant, 20 year Kundalini Yoga Practitioner and Teacher Cost: $550 Company: Sat Nam Yoga Spa, 333 Mt. Cliff Rd., Hurleyville, NY 12747 Contact: Marilyn Valant Phone: 845-866-3063 Email: marilyn@satnamyogaspa.com Website: www.satnamyogaspa.Com

Ramakrishnananda Meditation Retreat in the Catskill Mountains

August 26-28, 2011

Join us for a three-day meditation retreat, a rare opportunity to spend time in the presence of Ramakrishnananda, a self-realized spiritual master, and be guided towards the discovery of your eternal, enlightened nature. Activities will include: Satsang, Guided Meditation, Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Pranayama Japa practice, Chanting of the Mantras Tratak (concentration practice), Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses), Dance meditation, Kirtan (devotional chanting), Vedic worship, Vedic philosophy, Dance performance. Advance registration is required. For registration: 1-888-474-1218 Ext. 6.

Company: Vishwa Dharma Mandalam, 96 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009 Phone: 888-474-1218 ext. 6 Email: info@ramakrishnananda.com Website: www.ramakrishnananda.com

Mother Light Retreat at The Sanctuary on Snow Dragon Mountain, Meredith, NH

August 24-28, 2011

Daily practice of meditation and movement, Spiritual Discourse, Kirtan, Organic Nutrition for Revitalization, Healing Fire Ceremony - Agni Hotra and Healing on Sacred Snow Dragon Mountain. You will be immersed in a powerful and beautiful environment in which you can journey into your own heart. Receiving darshan with Bhagavan Das, eating rejuvenating, organic foods, and being surrounded by the peace and solitude of nature is just the beginning of this beautiful retreat time.

Leader: Bhagavan Das and Kali Bhagavan Das is a Nada Yoga Master who has been sharing and transmitting this sacred offering for more than 30 years to all who wish to receive this blessing. This is a rare opportunity to receive his Darshan in an extraordinary setting at The Sanctuary on Snow Dragon Mountain. Cost: $925 or $895 before July 30th Inclusions: Group accommodation, food Exclusions: private accommodations extra Registration Deadline: August 14, 2011 Deposit: $400 Company: The Sanctuary on Snow Dragon Mountain, 18 New Road, Meredith, NH 03253 Contact: Maresha Phone: 603-630-1548 Email: maresha@onesoul.us Website: www.onesoul.us

Sacred Stone’s Ayurvedic Bodywork Costa Rica Retreat

February 11-19, 2012

Alajuela, Costa Rica at Puravida Resort. Escape the cold with Karyn at Puravida Resorts, Costa Rica for Ayurvedic Massage Certification. Enjoy a jungle hike to the volcanoes, swim at the beach, white water rafting or fly through the rain forest on a zip line. Affordable retreat in an enchanted tropical paradise! Become certified in Ayurvedic Bodywork! Delicious, locally-grown home-made buffets & coconut juices! Enjoy yoga classes from the best teachers in the world! Heal yourself. Deeply rejuvenate. Give & receive massage in the Ayurveda clinics. Learn abhyanga, garshana, nasya & karna purana therapies! Renew the sweetness of life!

Leader: Karyn Chabot, D.Ay., LMT, Sacred Stone owner, Ayurvedic Institute graduate, Goddard College MA Ayurveda, NCBTMB approved provider, Ayurvedic Counselor. Cost: $470 for tuition. Accommodation prices vary. Inclusions: All education material, 50 NCBTMB continuing education in massage credits and certification Exclusions: Airfare and accommodations because rates vary Registration Deadline: January 29, 2012 Deposit: $235 Company: Sacred Stone Center, PO Box 1001, Newport, RI 02840 Contact: Karyn Chabot Phone: 877-832-1372 Email: karyn@sacredstonehealing.com Website: www.sacredstonehealing.com