We welcome Dharma College Faculty for a thoughtful dialogue on Deep Ecology through the non-dual lens of Buddhist Teachings.
This weekend retreat is dedicated to an exploration of Deep Ecology, an environmental philosophy that illuminates how humans are deeply integral and interdependent with Planet Earth. We will delve into the Deep Ecology teachings of Joanna Macy, Gary Snyder, Robin Wall Zimmerer, Evan Thompson, Bill Waldron and others. We will draw wisdom, compassion and contemplative exercises from the teachings of Tarthang Tulku, a Tibetan Buddhist lama and author, who teaches about the interconnectedness of all things.
This immersive experience will guide participants towards a deeper understanding and more fulfilling practice of our relationship with our world, encouraging spiritual and ecological harmony. Ratna Ling, a secluded retreat center surrounded by natural beauty, will facilitate our relaxation into deeper connection with Mother Earth. This retreat will help us reexamine our beliefs and perceptions about our individuality and separateness. When we feel reconnected, ecological restoration will come naturally. Until then, it might seem impossible.
This retreat aims to not only inform and inspire but also create a lasting, positive impact on how we live our lives in harmony with nature, self, and others.
This retreat is for you if you are interested in environmentalism, Buddhism, nature, social justice, or oneness.
Schedule (Subject to change):
FRIDAY
- 3pm Check-in
- 5:30pm Welcome Dinner
- 6:30pm Opening Circle, Meditation, Reflection/Journaling
SATURDAY
- 7-8am Sunrise Kum Nye and Meditation
- 8am Breakfast
- 9-10:30am Introduction to Deep Ecology
- 10:45am-12:15pm Ecosystems are Homes
- 12:15pm Lunch
- 1:30-3:30pm Nature Walk and Vision Quest
- 3:45-5:15pm Embodied Knowing
- 5:30pm Dinner
- 6:30-8pm The Work that Reconnects, as taught by Joanna Macy
SUNDAY
- 7-8am Sunrise Kum Nye and Meditation
- 8:15-10am Mask Making for the Council of All Beings
- 10am Brunch
- 11-12:30pm The Council of All Beings & Closing Circle
Accommodations are beautiful Lux Cabins
Two participants share a cabin where you each have your own private bedroom and share a spacious living room and a bathroom. 5 vegetarian meals will be served during our weekend together. All ages, bodies, and skill levels welcome.
Yes, you can join if you’ve never done yoga before! The practices are slow, gentle and sweet.
What people are saying about our Retreats:
“Space to move at your own space. Both meditation and movement classes were wonderful.”
“It was exactly what I needed – to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit.” ~ 1.2024
“It helped me relax and center myslef. Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings. George is the best! He is such a wonderful and knowledgable host.” ~2.2024
“Space to move at your own space. Both meditation and movement classes were wonderful.” ~9.2023
Bob Dozor is a Dharma College Faculty Member. Formerly the Medical Director of the Integrative Medical Clinic of Santa Rosa, he currently serves as the Medical Director for the Nyingma Senior Retreat Center at Ratna Ling. He holds a BA from the University of Chicago in the history and philosophy of science and an MD […]
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Dr. Bob Dozor
Rosalyn White was the Director of Ratna Ling for 7 years. She has studied meditation and Tibetan art under the guidance of the Tibetan Buddhist teacher, Tarthang Tulku, for over forty years. She holds a BFA in Fine Arts from the California College of Art and a teaching credential from UC Berkeley. She has been […]
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Rosalyn White
Carl Pilcher is retired from a career in space science and is part of the Dharma College Faculty. He holds a B.S. and Ph.D. in Chemistry, the latter from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and an M.P.A. in International Relations from Princeton University. He was on the astronomy faculty of the University of Hawaii for […]
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Carl Pilcher
Abbe Blum, Ph.D., teaches Tibetan yoga, contemplation, and mind courses at the Nyingma Institute and Dharma College in Berkeley, California, and has helped to edit some of Tarthang Tulku's books for Westerners. She is also a faculty member in the Psychology program at Saybrook University. She is part of a team that will be offering Kum […]
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Abbe Blum, Ph.D. Categories : Buddhist Retreats, Homepage, Mindfulness Retreats, Nyingma Retreats
