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SUMMARY:Touching into Stillness: A Nature Dharma Basecamp Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A Silent Camping Meditation Retreat in the\nNorthern Arizona forest\nwith Robin Craig\nMay 17 – 23\, 2026\nApply Here! \n\nMeditation is often seen as an inward journey\, yet what can allow us to go deeper is an interweaving of inner and outer landscapes. In this Buddhist based retreat informed by the biological understandings of Organic Intelligence ®\, we will begin by coming into the present moment through connection with the outer landscape of the natural environment.  In this quiet\, simple setting\, the mind can settle\, cultivating calm\, clarity\, and presence.\nFrom there\, we cultivate a relationship with the inner landscape through walking\, standing\, and sitting meditation. We will explore samadhi (unification of mind\, or concentration) practices and the gradual stabilization of attention within a broad\, receptive awareness. We will also work with intention-setting and other essential elements of a vital formal and daily-life practice\, including cultivating kindness and compassion. \nWe will be doing sitting\, standing\, and walking meditation and there will be daily Dharma talks and guided meditations\, small-group practice discussions\, and time for questions and responses. \nThe retreat will be held in noble silence\, with time at both the beginning and end to intentionally connect with fellow retreatants. Participants are asked to refrain from using cell phones\, computers\, and the internet in order to fully engage with the experience. Cell service will be limited or unavailable\, so please attend to necessary business before arriving. \nAbout the Retreat \nLocation:\nTHIS IS A BASECAMP RETREAT. This means we will be camping\, off grid and\noutdoors the entire time of the retreat. Please only apply if you have experience and are comfortable with being outdoors for many days at a time. \nThe retreat will be in the forest in Northern Arizona\, USA. You will receive details of the exact location closer to the time. Note that the location may shift due to fire restrictions. \nDates: Sunday\, May 17 th at 12:00pm – Saturday\, May 23 rd at 12:00pm\, 2026 \nRegistration:\nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER    Registration closes May 10\, 2026. \nWho This Retreat Is For: \n\nPeople new to meditation\nLong-term meditation practitioners\nThose with camping experience who are comfortable living outdoors for   6 days off-grid\n\nGroup Size & Application: \n\nThe retreat is limited to 14 participants to support a sense of community and connection.\nAll applications are carefully reviewed. In some cases\, a brief phone or personal conversation with the teacher may be requested to determine suitability for this retreat.\nApplications are reviewed in the order received. You can expect a response on March 7th or within two weeks if you apply on or after March 7th.\nIf you apply and later find you cannot attend\, please let us know as soon as possible.\n\nWait List: \n\nOnce the retreat is full\, additional applicants will be placed on a wait list.\nIf a space opens up\, you will be contacted to confirm your registration.\n\nCost & Dana: \nThis retreat is offered on a Dana (generosity) basis\, a traditional practice in the Buddhist lineage that supports the sharing of teachings freely and accessibly. \nThere is no set fee for the retreat\, and the teacher receives no upfront compensation.  Instead\, at the end of the retreat\, you will be invited to offer a donation to the teacher and to Flagstaff Insight Meditation Center\, guided by your own sense of generosity and capacity. \nDana is an integral part of the practice. It cultivates gratitude\, mutual care\, and the understanding that teachings are sustained through community support. Your offering helps make these retreats possible\, supports the teacher in continuing to offer the Dharma\, and allows FIMC to host future programs. \nThis model invites each participant to reflect on the value of the retreat and to participate in the living tradition of generosity that has supported contemplative practice for centuries. \nFood & Gear \n\nParticipants bring and prepare their own food.\nParticipants bring their own camping equipment (tent\, sleeping bag\, sleeping pad\, cooking gear\, etc.).\nA detailed list of recommended food and gear will be provided in advance.\n\nFrequently Asked Questions
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LOCATION:National Forest\, Northern Arizona\, USA\, National Forest\, AZ\, United States
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