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This retreat combines the best of a Yatra and a meditation retreat, it offers an opportunity to be out in the fresh wide expanses of the Kosciusko high country, do some hiking, have a couple of retreat days, be part of a dharma community and explore how dharma teachings is both nourishing and can guide us in addressing the challenges of our times.
Mountains can be a place for renewal and be far enough away from our everyday lives to give fresh perspective on how we live and what we do with our lives. We'll have walks on four days and two fully silent days of meditation in the lodge. On each day there'll be a group meditation period in the morning and evening, a dharma talk each evening and possibly a group yoga or tai-chi session each morning. On the four walking days, all the walking will be in silence but other periods, before we leave the lodge, when we break for lunch, and after we come back, will not be silent. None of the meals at the lodge on those days will be silent periods. We'll be going out on the walks as a group, or at times two groups. One group will be for people who are happy with longer walks (up to 22k), and the other group will be for people who prefer shorter walks (up to 10k). We'll also be having periods meditating outside if it's not too cold. The retreat is both for people new to meditation. and experienced meditators. About the venue
We'll be staying in Pygmy Possum Lodge, in the Charlotte Pass village. Everyone will get a small room to themselves unless you want to share a room with your partner. This is a Ski Club lodge and it's set up for families and individuals. You will need to bring your own sheets, pillowslips and towels. . The lodge is very original late 1970s style and is air-conditioned. |
When: 7 to 14 December 2020
Times: Arrive 4 pm and finish 2 pm Where: Pygmy Possum Lodge, in the Charlotte Pass village Cost: for accommodation, all meals and access to national park is $980 per person for a single room or shared room. Getting there: By public transport. There is a train from Sydney to Canberra and a connecting bus from Canberra to Jindabyne on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. We will arrange transport from Jindabyne to Charlotte Pass and return. The retreat will end in time on the last day for people who wish to catch the morning bus out from Jindabyne. 
For more information
email: alangbassal@gmail.com Additional cost: 'Dana' The retreat fee covers accommodation and meals only. In keeping with a 2,500 year old tradition no fee has been charged for the teachings. At the end of the retreat you are invited to give a donation to express your appreciation and to support the teachers to continue their work. Registration is a two step process
Step 1: Download and complete your Registration form and then send to: alangbassal@gmail.com Step 2: Payment arrangements are still being finalised You will be able to reserve your place by making a deposit or paying in full. Please note that due to our agreement with the lodge full payment will likely have to be made by the 1st September 2020 Scholarships No scholarships are available for this retreat
About the Teachers
Victor von der Heyde - Click here for information Suzie Brown - Click here for information 
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