September 7th-11th

with Jenny Macke,

Sam Balka &

Grae Gerlach

When Major change happen in life, there is a possibility to tend to it as a Rite of Passage. This phase of healthy human development is called "incorporation". Our society is not designed to support this integration period where there is room for conscious evolution of mind, body, heart and soul.

• Do you know how to bring major life changes home, to your everyday living?

• Have transformations in your life been supported by your community?

We will lean into these inquiries:

• What practices support the integration of our lived experiences into our bodies? 
• How can we incorporate large and small changes into our habitual ways of being? 
• What is the role of “community” in supporting our full cycles of transformation?

In this course we will work with supporting elements of:

• self-created and community ceremony
• dance/embodiment/somatic work
• the way of council
• connection to the natural world for deep inquiry and restoration.

WHO for:

The beauty of this program will be woven from the breadth and depth of experience of those who participate. Our invitation is open to all people ages 18-older who feel called to explore and experience our themes and; 

• Have recently crossed a chosen ceremonial threshold; such as an initiation, a vision quest, a marriage, or divorce.
• Have experienced an unexpected threshold of change; such as an illness, time of grief, change in work or responsibility, or a relocation.
• Are responsible for tending change; a guide, a therapist, an environmental steward, or a parent.

Basic Info:

This will be held in a retreat setting at River Root Farm in Whatcom County. It is a beautiful 14 acres on the middle fork of the Nooksack River connected to wild mountains and forests.

Cost: Sliding Scale ~ $750-$1295 (scholarships are available, please inquire with Rite of Passage Journeys)

Food & Lodging: We encourage participants to camp on-site or arrange their own lodging nearby, Participants primarily bring and cook their own food. However, there will be two group meals the first and last night, with food provided by Rite of Passage Journeys. Bring all that you need to camp & sleep outside in the level of comfort that you prefer. (Tents are recommended as tarp space may be limited and rain is possible.)

Starts: Thursday Sept 7, 2023, 4:30 pm

Ends: Monday Sept 11, 2023, 6pm

(Note: There is an option to stay the night of the 11th and leave the morning of the 12th.) This is an immersive experience and beginning and ending hours each day are fluid with the groups unfolding aside from the first and last day.

We know in our world today we will get rocked by what life hands us and this course helps support you with tools and resources instead of just getting knocked over! Come join us and bring it home....