The Beginnings of Apple blossom at Pomo Tierra

Off Grid Retreats (OGR) - the sponsors of our Outdoor Meditation and Yoga Retreat April 8-12 at Pomo Tierra - are offering an amazing fellowship to their upcoming retreats. If you wanted to come to this retreat and you were having hesitations for financial reasons, consider this option. If you miss this critical deadline of 2/15 to apply, the fee is pretty reasonable. You just need to be willing to camp and enjoy the outdoors!

This retreat has a basic admins catering camping fee which OGR is willing to waive for a small number of applicants with lower incomes. Tuition for the teachers is by dana and entirely up to the individuals. This retreat is led by Kirsten Rudestam (meditation) and myself (yoga) and last year was attended by our residents several local folks along with others from further afield seeking a nature oriented experience. It was a delightful experience for all of us and many are returning this year. This fellowship is part of OGR’s commitment to make dharma practice more accessible to more people, and more rooted in natural environments.

More info here

Key info about the fellowship from OGR:

Direct financial sponsorship for people who want to unplug from daily life and retreat into nature—to grow, heal, and find deeper meaning

If you feel called to go on retreat but find it hard to justify the expense or lost income, consider applying!
We’re enthusiastic about supporting community leaders, members of BIPOC / Queer / underrepresented communities, and anyone who lacks access to mental health and wellness resources
Newbies to nature practice are especially encouraged to apply!

APPLICATION due by 2/15/26: https://offgridretreats.org/fellowship

FREE Retreat Option! Deadline 2/15/26 to apply

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