The Vision Quest: an ancient rite of passage
The Vision Quest is an ancient rite of passage used for thousands of years by indigenous cultures and mystical societies for spiritual growth and expansion. The tradition passed to us consists of 4 days and 4 nights immersed in the beauty and healing energy of nature, alone in a Quest circle, no distractions, fasting from all things familiar. You come face to face with yourself, and get to know more deeply who you are (and who you are not). With all distractions and the noise of daily life removed, and the voices of those around you silenced, you are more able to hear the whisperings of your soul reminding you why you came here in this life. 4 days and 4 nights -- just you alone with the Creator.
Find a greater sense of joy that comes from creating a life that has meaning when you realize your unique gifts and begin to live them and share them in the world at large. Begin to find the gifts and power in what you have perceived as your weaknesses/obstacles/shadow. Why is the Vision Quest still used to this day? Because it works.
We are passing along the Vision Quest teachings of Lipan Apache elder and shaman Stalking Wolf (though this is not a Lipan Apache Quest). The program is 8 days. Prior to your Quest, we will help you prepare for this life-changing experience and we will provide the structure and support you will need. We will also provide security and protection from outside interruptions. After the Quest, we will give you the tools to help you process and understand all the gifts and insights you have received, so that your spiritual growth can be integrated into your daily life.
The Vision Quest is a challenging and powerful opportunity for growth, regardless of your background, station in life, or belief system. It is free of any dogma or religious affiliation. The only requirement is a commitment to yourself, your spiritual growth, and a willingness to be transformed. Prior outdoor experience is not required, and past participants in this rite of passage have ranged in age from 16 to 82. Please call to discuss any questions or concerns about dietary or medical needs.
You will need camping equipment for the base camp during the days you are not Questing. A full "To Bring" list will be included in your acceptance letter. We provide all meals during the 4 days you are not Questing, and we provide all bottled water used during the Quest.
Find a greater sense of joy that comes from creating a life that has meaning when you realize your unique gifts and begin to live them and share them in the world at large. Begin to find the gifts and power in what you have perceived as your weaknesses/obstacles/shadow. Why is the Vision Quest still used to this day? Because it works. We are passing along the Vision Quest teachings of Lipan Apache elder and shaman Stalking Wolf (though this is not a Lipan Apache Quest). The program is 8 days. Prior to your Quest, we will help you prepare for this life-changing experience and we will provide the structure and support you will need. We will also provide security and protection from outside interruptions. After the Quest, we will give you the tools to help you process and understand all the gifts and insights you have received, so that your spiritual growth can be integrated into your daily life.
The Vision Quest is a challenging and powerful opportunity for growth, regardless of your background, station in life, or belief system. It is free of any dogma or religious affiliation. The only requirement is a commitment to yourself, your spiritual growth, and a willingness to be transformed. Prior outdoor experience is not required, and past participants in this rite of passage have ranged in age from 16 to 82. Please call to discuss any questions or concerns about dietary or medical needs.
You will need camping equipment for the base camp during the days you are not Questing. A full "To Bring" list will be included in your acceptance letter. We provide all meals during the 4 days you are not Questing, and we provide all bottled water used during the Quest.
Suggested Donation: $750
This donation is not payment for the Quest teachings, but covers the many expenses incurred in running this program, such as meals for the 4 days you are not Questing, land rental, supplies, travel expenses, insurance, etc. -- and is what enables us to continue to offer this program to those who are called to it.2010
NV -- May 9 through May 16, 2010 Pine Barrens, NJ -- August 21 through August 28, 2010
$300 Non-refundable deposit
Don't forget to send the rest of your application materials in once you've paid your deposit.
100-person VQ - Date: To be announced,
In the Pine Barrens of NJ
Instructor: Malcolm and staff
***Note on the donation for the Vision Quest. It is run on a suggested donation basis only to help cover the many logistical costs of running this program, so that we can continue to offer it (land rental, food and supplies, insurance, travel expenses, and staff). More importantly, the donation reflects your commitment and respect for this ancient practice, and for the people who will guide and protect you.
In the Pine Barrens of NJ
Instructor: Malcolm and staff
***Note on the donation for the Vision Quest. It is run on a suggested donation basis only to help cover the many logistical costs of running this program, so that we can continue to offer it (land rental, food and supplies, insurance, travel expenses, and staff). More importantly, the donation reflects your commitment and respect for this ancient practice, and for the people who will guide and protect you.
