EARTH & SOUL MEDICINE RETREAT ~ BOWEN ISLAND
“Retreat is for those who desire to deeply realize the truth of their being and the essence of existence. Retreat offers time to step back from the course of daily life and enter into the Unknown, in an environment that provides both structure and support. ”
Earth & Soul Medicine Retreat ~
Bowen Island
Beginning Monday, July 10th @ 3pm
Ending Wednesday, July 12th @ 11am
2023
You are invited to step out of your everyday life.... immersing yourself in nature and connecting in community for 3 days and 2 nights. There will be plenty of time to heal, connect, relax, recharge and create.
Included:
~ Time in Nature
~ Sacred Circle & Sharing
~ Deep Journey Work
~ Ceremonial Cacao
~ Sound Journey
~ Sacred Art Creation
~ Movement (Dancing, Yoga, Nature Walks)
~ Catered Vegetarian Meals
Location
Nectar Yoga is a healing experience that awakens and nourishes body and spirit through multi- and single-day retreats. Contained within 20-acres of untouched land on Bowen Island, Nectar features five cozy, Scandinavian-inspired cottages; locally grown organic food; yoga and meditation sessions; and enhancements such as massage and tarot readings. ~ Trip Advisor
A Short History of Bowen Island
Squamish Nation
The name for Bowen Island is Nex̱wlélex̱m in the Squamish language of the Squamish people. The Squamish peoples used and occupied the area around Howe Sound including Bowen Island. Areas such as Snug Cove and a few other parts of the island were used as campsites for hunting and gathering trips.
Historically they would use the warmer spring and summer months to travel to resource gathering sites and move from their permanent winter villages. Bowen Island has a traditional name in the Squamish language, Xwlíl’xhwm, translating to "Fast Drumming Ground", although some authors attribute the name to the sound made by the ocean as it passes through the tiny pass between the Island's northern point and Finisterre Island. The tide rushing in and out is reminiscent of the sound of drums beating quickly. The name "Kwém̓shem" is used for Hood Point. Bowen is still used by people from Squamish and Musqueam for deer hunting.
“Look deep into nature & then you will understand everything better. ”
Staying at Nectar (15 spots)
Investment:
$800 CAD in your own accommodation in the Lodge (2 rooms)
$850 CAD in all other accommodations
Includes:
2 nights in a gorgeous accommodation.
All materials and supplies for the Sacred Art Workshops.
A beautiful offering of a Cacao Ceremony
All Meals and Snacks.
Registration will open February 1st for those who are on the INTERESTED email list and February 3rd for the general public. Registration requires a $300 deposit with the remaining $500/$550 due by May 15th.
Earth & Soul Medicine Guide
Melanie O'Leary is an Earth & Soul Medicine Practitioner, Sound Therapist, Sacred Ceremony Facilitator and Creative Visionary. She is the owner of Soul Sanctuary and co-creator of Alder & Birch Creations.