Vision Quest with Darren Silver: August 21st-29th

751 Page Road,Lowell VT 05847

21 August, 2021

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Join Darren Silver at the Monastic Academy for a journey through the rhythms of nature, personal insight, reflection and healing. Vision Quest: August 21st-29thJoin Darren Silver at the Monastic Academy for an initiatory journey through the rhythms of nature, personal insight, reflection, and healing. The vision quest is an opportunity to personally and collectively engage with the timeless reciprocity between humans and nature. It naturally brings forth relationships that have never been seen before within the terrain of the soul and of the natural world. Marked by three distinct phases, the innate intelligence of the vision quest brings you through a cycle of life, death, and rebirth. In essence, the vision quest is a ritual of remembering our belonging to ourselves and to our planet.   Many come to the vision quest in major life transitions. They seek a distinct ceremony to recognize the changes that are taking place, and to be witnessed and supported in what is asking to be birthed. Feeling the call to vision quest is like a tug at our soul, beckoning you to live fully into your life.  Begins August 21st. Arrive at 10am for camp set-up. Ends August 29th by 3pm. Not sure if this is right for you? Feel free to reach out to Darren Silver at [email protected]. Pre-Quest Preparation: The moment you decide to do a vision quest, preparation begins on all levels.  Your mind, body, and soul will begin to orient towards the rhythm of ritual and nature.  For this reason, and many more, here is what I provide: 1 personal consultation session to help guide you with your intention and questions, and to provide teachings on the Vision Quest. 8-Day Vision Quest:We will come together as a group and begin to individually and collectively attune to nature, set-up basecamp, explore the surroundings, and deepen into ritual space. First 2-Days: Preparation We will be together as a group for much of this time, however you will be listening deeply to what the vision quest holds for you personally.  Our time together will be intentional and wholesome, expanding into nature, and coming together around the fire. You can expect to: Awaken the indigenous soul through land-based connection, meditation and activities  Experience elemental rituals and one personal Cowry Shell Divination Clarify your intention through council and reflection Learn physical, emotional, and spiritual skills and resources Participate in a ritual sweat lodgeExplore the surrounding landscape to find your vision quest site4-Day Solo in the Wilderness This is your time to leave the group and set out on your quest.  At this point, you have fully prepared, are familiar with the surrounding landscape, and deeply know what you are seeking. You leave behind food, only taking water, shelter, and a few ceremonial items. You can expect to: Spend four days as a part of the rhythm of natureExperience a water fastConsciously experiment with your intention Create unique rituals to empower, clarify, release, and bring insight  Discover your strengths and valuesFinal 2-Days: IntegrationAfter four days of solo, everyone returns to basecamp, where nourishing food awaits. This time is taken very slowly, as many lessons can arrive immediately. You can expect:  Rest and rejuvenationGroup council and sharingLeadership opportunities to facilitate bringing your insights to everyday life through art, storytelling, ritual theater, music, dance and much moreA ritual sweat lodgeCelebrationReturning Home: Oh, the sweet return. The journey of deeply integrating your quest begins. Coming home and applying your insights can be rigorous, playful, and worth following.  You can expect:   One group call providing support integrating your experience and living the vision(s) received on your vision questPersonal consultations availableYou can read more on Darren's website at http://www.darrensilver.earth/vision-quest. Price:We are offering a sliding scale of ticket options based on your financial needs. If you can afford to pay more, you will help support others who cannot. Tickets include vegan meals prepared by the modern monastics of the Monastic Academy. FacilitatorDarren Silver, MA, is a rite of passage guide, Nature-Connected Coach, ceremonialist, and innovative educator. He has over a decade of experience working with ritual, wilderness living skills, and guiding transformational experiences residentially and internationally. A gifted storyteller and apprentice to the old myths, Darren weaves the power of the natural world, vision, and community in devotion to the remembrance of regenerative culture.  Property MAPLE is located at the end of a mile long private driveway that winds high up a hill. The 123 acres are abundant with wildlife and boast commanding views out over the Green Mountains with wonderful trails through the woods. Recharge and re-examine your life in this peaceful setting where the trees, the rains, the winds, the sun, the snows, the frogs, and the stars still speak. Facilities/Equipment The Vision Quest takes place at the Monastic Academy wilderness basecamp. This time will be spent entirely outside. Upon registration a complete gear list will be sent. We have (limited) gear rental options–email [email protected] for details. Food Vegan meals will be prepared by Modern Monastics. About CML Center for Mindful Learning is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization devoted to developing trustworthy people to create trustworthy culture. MAPLE (Monastic Academy for the Preservation of Life on Earth) is a full-time leadership and meditation residential training program to cultivate leaders who embody wisdom, power, and love for all living things.  For more information about Darren Silver, go to www.darrensilver.earth. Contact Us Feel free to email or call us at:[email protected]+1 (802) 540-0820 Darren's Contact Information [email protected]+1 (540) 244-1788 Refund Policy Up until August 12th, 2021 12 AM, you may request a refund, minus a $200 non-refundable deposit. This is necessary for us to plan and schedule activities accordingly. We will extend full refunds if we cancel or postpone the event, as well as if you are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms or have come into contact with someone who is exhibiting symptoms or who has tested positive for COVID. Please note that our policy for guests may change depending on state law, which can be found at https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19. As of now, we require a 2 week quarantine & negative test result, or vaccination to visit.