Join Sam Perry, Maryn Azoff and Patrick Surdam at beautiful Raven Crest Botanicals for 5 days of silence and meditation. Over the course of the retreat you will be guided in simple, yet profound meditation techniques to gradually connect to and reveal our inherent state of clarity and stillness. This retreat is open to all levels of practitioner and no previous retreat experience is necessary to join. The formal practice schedule will be full enough to thoroughly understand and apply the technique, but will still allow enough time for rest and quiet contemplation in nature.  In addition to receiving clear instruction from experienced practitioners on how to practice properly, there will also be an emphasis on discovering our personal motivation to practice and how meditation can help support us, no matter what spiritual or healing path we are on. 

We will cultivate a noble Silence throughout.

Our practice together will include:

- Seated Meditation

- Walking Meditation

- Nature Contemplation

- Dharma Talks and Instruction

- Mealtimes & Rest.  

Maryn Azoff:  

Maryn is a Vocal Transformation Coach, a musician, a member of the 'Tribe of Love' and 'Cura Cura' and first and foremost, a servant of Spirit. Her greatest mission is to help others awaken to their true selves.  Meditation has been a part of her life for 15+ years and she has studied the works of many masters throughout her life.  It wasn't until her first silent retreat that she understood the mind separate from the SELF. This life changing discovery has transformed her and, in her gratitude, she is thrilled to bring others to this understanding.

Patrick Surdam:

Patrick Surdam has been a student of the Buddhadharma for 20 years, with an emphasis on the Shamatha/Vipashyana techniques of Tibetan Buddhism. He has completed multiple long form solitary meditation retreats which have deeply enhanced his appreciation for the power of the practice. Throughout the retreat Patrick will share his knowledge of the teachings in a way that is heartfelt, inspiring and accessible.

Samuel Perry:

Samuel Perry is a clinical herbalist and dedicated student of Buddhism. Having engaged extensively in both the Tibetan Lam Rim and the rigorous training of the Zen tradition, Sam carries a deep understanding and practical experience of meditation.  His work as an herbalist and his knowledge of and love for the living world offers a unique vantage point from which to engage these practices. His commitment to the ever-unfolding awakening of all beings is expressed in a playful and fluid style.

It is most important to us to provide a safe and COVID free environment during our events. Due to the ongoing pandemic we require all instructors, helpers, volunteers, chefs and participants to provide a negative COVID test (Antigen or PCR) taken within 24 hours before the start of the retreat. We are asking for proof of negative test results with the full name of each person before being admitted to the event. We are also asking participants, helpers and instructors to limit their contact with other people in the preceding days before the event and follow general covid safety guidelines. Summer 2022 is still a while away and these requirements are subject to change as our journey during these times continues.