Sacred Nature Retreat Day
(Option to Camp Overnight too)
Next Date TBA
Woolen Mill Farm, Near Stewartstown, PA
Spend a restorative day in retreat communing with nature at a gorgeous 500 acre farm in PA, just 45 mins north of Towson, MD (two hours west of Philly). Consider camping at the farm or staying at a local B&B for the night for more bucolic R&R.
So many are feeling overwhelmed by the conflicts and chaos these days. Come experience a calming day in the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside to absorb the healing powers of our sacred Earth.
We will be meeting at the gorgeous historic Woolen Mill Farm just north of the Maryland line in Pennsylvania. The day will start with an orientation to Native ways of understanding nature. There will be ceremony, and teachings on how to more spiritually connect with the natural world. We’ll also share practices to open our senses to the beautiful mysteries of the flora and fauna to encourage us to let go of our distracting thoughts and come to a deeper stillness within ourselves. This will allow us to absorb the spirit of the land to allow the sacred healing energy to infuse us.
There is significant research on the therapeutic aspects of spending time in nature. Japanese doctors prescribe “forest bathing” or Shinrin-yoku for their patients. Returning veterans enroll in horticultural therapy. Many have documented how gardening can heal depression.
“Nothing like healing, learning and reflecting in beautiful surroundings with loving and spiritual people and
an amazing teacher! Thank you, Mare Cromwell, for a fantastic experience.” ~ B.H.
Come join us for a healing day in a stunning natural setting to restore your body, mind, & spirit.
Jay McGinnis, the owner of the farm is a huge proponent of alternative energy and has a variety of wind vanes, wind turbines, solar panels, etc., on the farm. He is sending energy back into the grid almost every month other than the coldest ones in the winter. He will be leading a tour of his alternative energy systems as part of the Retreat weekend on Saturday evening (weather permitting). Thank you, Jay!! (Also, in addition to being a farmer, Jay has a very fascinating wooden fan company that creates beautiful and unique fans for restaurants, homes, etc.)
This day will be primarily outdoors. Please dress in layers and bring your own water, food for lunch, blanket to sit on, bug repellent, sunscreen and whatever else you might need to sit comfortably in silence for a good part of the day.
There will be a potluck or brick oven pizza dinner and Sacred Silliness games, plus open discussion on Sat pm after dinner (part of the day-long retreat fee). And Jay's tour of his impressive energy systems too. (We might do rubber-ducky races in Jay's new water feature garden in the back of his house. ;~) )
Note: There is the opportunity to camp overnight and enjoy a home cooked breakfast on Sunday morning, and go for long walks on the farm, for an additional $50. For those who want more comfortable lodging after the retreat day, there are nearby B&B's in Stewartstown or York County, PA.
Investment: $95.
To Register, send payment to: Paypal.me/Matierra
If you intend to camp overnight, add $50 to your $95 investment fee.
Space is limited. Register early!
All who attend will receive a free copy of the award-winning Messages from Mother.... Earth Mother. Further information will be sent upon registration. No refunds after May 20th. Refunds minus $30 admin fee up to May 20th. In case of bad weather, the retreat will still be held indoors, with art and writing. (We will pray for a nice weekend! ;~)
So many are feeling overwhelmed by the conflicts and chaos these days. Come experience a calming day in the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside to absorb the healing powers of our sacred Earth.
We will be meeting at the gorgeous historic Woolen Mill Farm just north of the Maryland line in Pennsylvania. The day will start with an orientation to Native ways of understanding nature. There will be ceremony, and teachings on how to more spiritually connect with the natural world. We’ll also share practices to open our senses to the beautiful mysteries of the flora and fauna to encourage us to let go of our distracting thoughts and come to a deeper stillness within ourselves. This will allow us to absorb the spirit of the land to allow the sacred healing energy to infuse us.
There is significant research on the therapeutic aspects of spending time in nature. Japanese doctors prescribe “forest bathing” or Shinrin-yoku for their patients. Returning veterans enroll in horticultural therapy. Many have documented how gardening can heal depression.
“Nothing like healing, learning and reflecting in beautiful surroundings with loving and spiritual people and
an amazing teacher! Thank you, Mare Cromwell, for a fantastic experience.” ~ B.H.
Come join us for a healing day in a stunning natural setting to restore your body, mind, & spirit.
Jay McGinnis, the owner of the farm is a huge proponent of alternative energy and has a variety of wind vanes, wind turbines, solar panels, etc., on the farm. He is sending energy back into the grid almost every month other than the coldest ones in the winter. He will be leading a tour of his alternative energy systems as part of the Retreat weekend on Saturday evening (weather permitting). Thank you, Jay!! (Also, in addition to being a farmer, Jay has a very fascinating wooden fan company that creates beautiful and unique fans for restaurants, homes, etc.)
This day will be primarily outdoors. Please dress in layers and bring your own water, food for lunch, blanket to sit on, bug repellent, sunscreen and whatever else you might need to sit comfortably in silence for a good part of the day.
There will be a potluck or brick oven pizza dinner and Sacred Silliness games, plus open discussion on Sat pm after dinner (part of the day-long retreat fee). And Jay's tour of his impressive energy systems too. (We might do rubber-ducky races in Jay's new water feature garden in the back of his house. ;~) )
Note: There is the opportunity to camp overnight and enjoy a home cooked breakfast on Sunday morning, and go for long walks on the farm, for an additional $50. For those who want more comfortable lodging after the retreat day, there are nearby B&B's in Stewartstown or York County, PA.
Investment: $95.
To Register, send payment to: Paypal.me/Matierra
If you intend to camp overnight, add $50 to your $95 investment fee.
Space is limited. Register early!
All who attend will receive a free copy of the award-winning Messages from Mother.... Earth Mother. Further information will be sent upon registration. No refunds after May 20th. Refunds minus $30 admin fee up to May 20th. In case of bad weather, the retreat will still be held indoors, with art and writing. (We will pray for a nice weekend! ;~)
About Mare Cromwell
Mare Cromwell is a Medicine Woman/Lightworker/Healer, and multi-award-winning author. She is a Gaia Mystic who has surrendered to serve the Great Mother. Her books are: The Great Mother Bible, Messages from Mother…. Earth Mother and If I gave you God’s phone number…. Searching for Spirituality in America. She has studied for twenty-three years with Native American medicine people and other spiritual mentors. She is also the visionary and co-webweaver of the 1000 Goddesses Gathering in DC. Mare is a Sacred Gardener and former worm herder. She calls Western Maryland home.