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Upcoming Events
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Choose from 2 Sundays in June on the Russian River in Healdsburg.
No experience necessary. Beginning paddlers and dancers are welcome!
Sunday, June 6th
Dancing Freedom on the Russian River
Finally, the forecast is calling for great weather ahead!
Join us for a fun day of paddling in double inflatable SOAR Canoes.
Partner Yoga and "Dancing Freedom," with Samantha Sweetwater.
Click here for more.
Sunday, June 20th
WaccoBB Day on the Russian River
Join Barry and Linda, and the WaccoBB.net Community from
Sonoma and Marin Counties. Includes warm-up stretch and
"Sculptural Movement" play, led by Lisa Alpine.
Click here for more.
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June 25 - 29 (Fri thru Tues, for 3-5 days)
14th Annual Kings River Flowfest
Spend the weekend OR all five days (a heavenly choice!) settled in at our spacious beach along this crystal-clear, remote wilderness river that flows right out of Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Parks, just 90 minutes east of Fresno, CA. A loving and talented facilitation team will sweeten your experience of flow through music, drumming, dance, yoga, breathwork, massage, and more. Choose to partake in one or two days of whitewater rafting on this pristine, Class III river, or simply relax beneath the bodhi tree and watch the flow go by.
This year, we honor the Awakening the Dreamer (ATD) initiative from the Pachamama Alliance, while welcoming ATD facilitators and all Lovers of Mother Earth from near and far. In addition to other wonderful activities, the weekend portion will include facilitation in Joanna Macy's "Work that Reconnects," as well as Clarity Breathwork, yoga and more . What better place to awaken than here, supported by community, immersed in healing ions and the sights and songs of the river!
On Sunday afternoon, those of us who stay on will open the circle to a group arriving from the nearby NCDC Dance Camp, joining our community through Tuesday.
Rafting day-trip options are available on Saturday & Monday.
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July 16 - 18 (Friday thru Sunday)
Stillness in Motion ~
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Meditation, Yoga, and Sea Kayaking Retreat on Tomales Bay
With Nina Wise and Davida Taurek
Renew your sense of enchantment and connection with the natural world. Join Nina Wise and Davida Taurek for a weekend of meditation practice, yoga, gentle movement, chanting and kayaking.
Camp on a peaceful beach on the Point Reyes peninsula in West Marin, accessible only by kayak. Savor delectable living foods prepared by chef Elaina Love.
Marshall is 15 minutes north of Pt Reyes Station along Hwy 1 in West Marin. So close to home, yet so far away from the world as we know it ...
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July 29 - August 1 (Thurs OR Fri, thru Sunday)
5Rhythms® on the Trinity River
The 5Rhythms Movement Practice meets River Rafting!
~ "Sweat Your Prayers" dance sets with Shawn Swanson
~ Aliveness in Motion classes, with Padma Gordon
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January 16-26, 2011
(11 days, from Sunday thru Wednesday)
Rivers and Backroads of Costa Rica
The 2010 trip was sensational! Click here for all the details ...
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Future trips in the works:
• Sea Kayaking and Whale Watching in Baja
• Yoga, Service, and River Rafting on the Ganges (northern India)
Please inquire about co-creating a private trip for your group this summer ...
from a rafting day trip on the American River to a weekend at the Trinity River ... or sea kayaking on Tomales Bay in West Marin.
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Past Events
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~ 2008 ~
April 1-8: Sea Kayaking on the Sea of Cortez
An 8-day trip that includes a 3-day expedition to the islands of Loreto National Marine Pak, and 4 nights' stay at an eco-retreat center on a secluded cove. Other dates and itineraries are available through the end of April, and again beginning in November. If interested in organizing a group for next winter in Baja (or river kayaking in Costa Rica), please contact me soon. I'd be happy to share photos, videos and stories ...
June 20-24: Kings River FlowFest
Spend the weekend or all five days (a heavenly choice!) settled in at our spacious base camp along this crystal-clear, remote wilderness river that flows right out of Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Parks, just 90 minutes east of Fresno, CA. Sleep beneath a blanket of stars while the river sings sweet songs through the night. A loving and talented crew of teachers, musicians & artists from LA and the Bay Area will further enhance our experience of flow with music, drumming, dance, yoga, ritual, massage, and more.
Choose to partake in one or two days of whitewater rafting on this gorgeous, pristine, Class III river, or simply relax beneath the bodhi tree and watch the flow go by. Nutritious, delicious, incredible edibles will be provided by Lydia herself of Lydia's Lovin' Foods. Click here for more.
July (17 or) 18-20 : 5Rhythms on the American River (Re-routed from the Trinity River on 7/4/08 due to ongoing fires and smoke.)
The 5Rhythms Movement Practice Meets River Rafting at last ... DJ Shawn Swanson of The Moving Center School will weave a musical riverside wave in the woods for us to dance to ... while preparing us for the River Rafting ... Samantha Sweetwater will lead Peacebody Yoga in the mornings. Gourmet catering by Elizabeth Rojas, Cordon Bleu chef from Austin, Texas. Embody "Flow" as never before .... Click here for more.
~ 2007 ~
February / March 2007
The Call of the Whale:
Transformational Eco-Journeys in Baja, Mexico
with Gray Whales, Sea Kayaking, Music and More!
A unique opportunity for those who feel called ...
* A series of workshops with music, movement, yoga, meditation and more
* Quality facilitation by top-notch healers, teachers and artists
* Program designed and directed by the River Guidess
* Tour supported and outfitted by Blue Waters Kayaking
Itineraries include ...
* Gray whale encounters & sea kayaking on Magdalena Bay - where the gray whales are born!
* Sea kayaking, snorkeling and hot springs at a secluded, eco-friendly retreat center on the Sea of Cortez
* First and/or last nights' accommodations at a lovely hotel in the charming seaside village of Loreto
Click through to the Baja page for an overview of these destinations ...
and more about each of the following programs ...
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February 3 - 10 (Saturday-Saturday):
Communicating with Whales, Reconnecting with Nature ...
with Marta Williams, author, biologist and animal communicator
Once you encounter the intelligence and spirit of other beings through intuitive discourse, it changes your life radically and forever. Come to Baja to revive this ancient skill that we all possess, and explore your unique role in helping to bring humans and the natural world back together again.
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February 11 - 18 (Sunday-Sunday):
Whale Tales: A Body Tales® Eco-Spirit Journey
with Olivia Corson
Body Tales® is a somatic practice — developed over 20 years ago by Olivia Corson — that interweaves intuitive movement and personal storytelling, with a focus on healing, renewing and strengthening our core relationships with our own bodies and with the earth, within a supportive community setting.
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June 15-19, 2007:
Kings River FlowFest
Friday-Tuesday (with 3-day and 5-day options available)
Come to the river for the weekend (Friday-Sunday), or from Sunday-Tuesday, OR for ALL FIVE (5) DAYS (Friday-Tuesday) at this crystal-clear, remote wilderness river that flows right out of Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Parks, just 90 minutes east of Fresno. Sleep beneath a blanket of stars while the river sings sweet songs through the night. A loving and talented crew of teachers, musicians & artists from LA and the Bay Area will further enhance our experience of flow with music, drumming, dance, yoga, ritual, massage, and more. You can also enjoy fabulous whitewater rafting on this gorgeous, pristine, Class III river, or simply relax beneath the bodhi tree and watch the flow go by. Nutritious and delicious meals will be provided throughout your stay.
From here, many of us will head over to NCDC Dance Camp through the following Sunday (June 24th) for maximal immersion in the flow with a fun, sweet community of spirited friends. Come celebrate the 10th year of this glorious River Gathering, and the 13th year of NCDC Summer Dance Camp!
Feel free to also inquire about co-creating a special outing this summer designed with your group in mind ...
~ 2006 ~
February 26 - March 5, 2006, in Baja California, Mexico:
Commune with the Gray Whales of Magdalena Bay through
Sacred Music, Kirtan & Breathwork ... with Peter DeLong
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March 5-12, 2006, in Baja California, Mexico:
"Embodying Nature"on Magdalena Bay with Gray Whales, Dolphins, Sea Birds and Sand Dunes,
facilitated by Rana Stewart, apprentice to Anna Halprin
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May 21, 2006 in Mill Valley, California:
A Benefit for Seaflow: Protect Our Living Oceans
An Evening of Song, Dance and Poetry ...
with local artists:
Lori Saltzman: 5Rhythms Dance Meditation
Maniko: Songs of Divine Conspiracy
Geo Taylor: Original Poetry and Underwater Education
For more information about Seaflow: www.seaflow.org
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May 26-29, 2006
- Memorial Day Weekend on the River
Enjoy 4 days out of town, including 2 days of river rafting, fantastic food, late-night fire circles, and a great community. The river we go to will depend on the flow ... so get in touch for more information !
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June 23-27, 2006 - Kings River FlowFest
(3- and 5-day options available)
Bring yourself and your tribe down to the river, where choices abound! Join us for just the weekend (from Fri-Sun) OR after NCDC Dance Camp (from Sun-Tues), OR treat yourself to a FULL FIVE (5) DAYS at this beautiful, pristine wilderness river that flows right out of Kings Canyon/ Sequoia National Parks, just 90 minutes east of Fresno. Go rafting one day, two days or not at all ...
Combine some or all of this trip with some or all of NCDC Dance Camp (ending on Sunday) for maximal immersion in "the flow" with a fun, sweet community of spirited friends. The Kings is a magical place to sleep beneath a blanket of stars while the river sings sweet songs to you through the night. A loving and talented cast of teachers & artists will facilitate music, drumming, dance, yoga, breathwork, ritual, massage, great food (w/ vegetarian and non-vegetarian options) and more. Raft on Saturday and/ or Monday, or simply relax beneath the bodhi tree, and watch the flow go by ...
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August 4-6, 2006 - "Singing & Moving into Being" at the Trinity River
A Vocal Playshop and Campfire Songs with Joanne Rand
"Embodying Nature" Movement Explorations with Rana Stewart
Trinity River Rafting with The River Guidess
Sing, dance & play in community, around the campfire and on the river ...
Join us for a blending of voice and movement expressions and meditations, to drop more deeply into “the now,” and become fully present with yourself, with others, AND with the river! This Class III river is in the beautiful Trinity Alps, west of Redding, California. Enjoy secluded, spacious riverside camping. Novice rafters are welcome!
Click here for more about this trip AND the facilitators!
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August 11-13, 2006 - Learning to Live from the Edge ...
2 days of rafting ... PLUS 3 workshops!
On Friday afternoon:
An experiential "Edge"
workshop for sensitive people ...
with David Kitts, Licensed Acupuncturist & Core Individuation Instructor
And on Friday and Saturday evenings:
Deeksha ... a divine energy transmission that calms the mind and opens the heart to enhance being at your edge…
with Cari Alter, Spiritual Counselor, Healer, and Deeksha giver
David & Cari have enjoyed participation in quite a few River Guidess trips over the years. They love rafting, and are very excited to share this offering with all of us, which no doubt will be grounding AND expansive! Bringing their work together, these two longtime healers will help you bring more aliveness and more inner wisdom to your relationships and your life.