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Resting in the Dharma with John M. Travis Summer Residential Retreat at Lake Tahoe

November 6, 2023 ·


John Travis

 

Resting in the Dharma –

Collecting ourselves through breath And body.
Allowing awareness to unearth, a deep, Sense of ease.
Dharma, can heal the wounds of the past bringing peace to our lives.

 

 

About the Teacher:

The guiding and founding teacher of Mountain Stream Meditation Center, John M. Travis, has been a student of meditation since 1969. His vision and teaching have been instrumental t in the growth and development of Buddhism and meditation in the Northern Sierra Nevada region.

The Dharma Zephyr Community has benefited greatly from John’s personal warmth and his teachings over the last 30 years.

For more detail please visit https://www.mtstream.org/our-teachers .

Accommodation:
Accommodations for sleeping are two person rooms. Your same-sex roommate will be assigned at registration, unless you indicated a roommate preference during the registration process or that you plan on camping, staying in a teepee or have been told that a single room is available for you.  About two weeks before retreat we will know if single rooms are available.

COST:

  • includes lodging and three mails per day
  • $609 camping is still available all rooms are occupied
  • pay in full at registration

Dharma Zephyr has some funding available for partial scholarships for multi-day retreats. For information on retreat scholarships, click HERE.

Dana:
Dana is a Pali word meaning “generosity”. Considered priceless, the Buddha’s teachings have been given freely since the time of the Buddha. That 2500-year tradition continues today. In keeping with this tradition, teachers do not charge for their services, but are sustained by the generosity of their students. Registration fees cover only the operational expenses of the retreat. There is no expected amount, but you are encouraged to give generously to the extent you are able. There will be an opportunity to offer dana to John, the staff and DZIMC, at the end of the retreat.

COVID-19:

In the spirit of lovingkindness and ethical behavior, DZIMC will follow all CDC, state, and local mandates regarding COVID-19. In addition, for the safety and wellbeing of our community, Dharma Zephyr encourages, but does not require, that participants at our activities and events be vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. To care for all who attend our events, we ask that if you are sick (cold, cough, sore throat, runny nose, etc.) or have had a fever, vomiting or diarrhea in the 24 hours prior to an event, that you not attend the event.

You will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID antigen test (home test) taken within 48 hours of arriving at Camp Galilee. If you have medical insurance or are on Medicare, free tests are available at most major pharmacies. DZIMC will have some tests at the check in.

COVID-19 protocols such as masking and social distancing for this retreat will be determined by the conditions at the time the retreat is held. You will be asked to confirm that you have read the complete COVID-19 and Wellness Policy when you register.

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ReTreat from the Holidays 2023 in Reno

September 24, 2022 ·

Offer yourself a day of silence!
Return to your body, relax, and breathe after the busy-ness of the holidays.

We will offer techniques to use throughout the day (and the coming year) to center, calm and ground yourself. The day will be in silence except for instructions in sitting and walking meditation, a dharma talk, and a question and answer period with the teachers.

Prepare for comfort with layered clothing for outdoor walking meditations. Bring a sack lunch for a relaxed and silent meal, and your cushion or bench if you wish to sit on the floor. Chairs are provided (but do bring your own if you have one you especially like). Especially suited for new meditators. And a great tune-up and quiet day for experienced meditators.

This is a Dharma Zephyr Insight Meditation Community event. As such, there is no charge. Your generosity provides a donation to The River School for the space and support for the teachers.

Kathy Schwerin and Denise Barclay will co-lead this mindfulness, movement and meditation day. Kathy and Denise are long-time practitioners and teachers, as well as friends. For full bios go to dharmazephyr.org/about/who-we-are.

To help us with planning, please let us know you are coming.

To register and for questions, contact Tom Gray, the retreat manager at: tom@dharmazephyr.org

COVID-19 and General Health Policy summary:  In the spirit of lovingkindness and ethical behavior, Dharma Zephyr offers our updated health and covid policy:  DZIMC will follow all state and local mandates regarding Covid. In addition, for the safety and wellbeing of our community, Dharma Zephyr strongly encourages, but does not require, that participants at our activities and events be vaccinated and boosted for Covid. To care for all who attend our events, we ask that if you are sick (cold, cough, sore throat, runny nose, etc.) or have had a fever, vomiting or diarrhea in the 24 hours prior to an event, that you not attend the event. Adopted 11/19/22.

Online Meditation Class Series with Harry Ednie & Tom Gray

January 10, 2022 ·

April 7, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday evenings, April 7 to May 12, 2022 (6 classes total)
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This 6-week Buddhist meditation series is offered online via Zoom every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm. Beginners and experienced meditators alike are welcome.

Participants will be introduced to the practices of sitting, walking, standing and eating meditation, core Buddhist principles, and how to bring mindfulness to everyday life. Some classes may also include mindful movement if desired. Harry and Tom will draw on what they’ve learned over many years of evolving practice and are eager to share the tools that they have found helpful. Each class will include time for Q & A to help you begin or refine your own practice.

Tom Gray brings 19 years of meditation practice to this class. He comes from a scientific perspective, which has been both a blessing and an obstacle in his journey. His practice helps him cultivate an open heart and address anger and self-judgement issues.

Harry Ednie began his meditation practice in 1983. He has practiced and studied in both the Zen and Theravada (Vipassana) traditions. His practice continues to answer his spiritual questions and has led to greater ease in his life.

Both teachers have a deep love of the Buddhist dharma because it works!

Preregistration is required to obtain the Zoom link for the series. To preregister, or for more information, please email eltigrenevada@gmail.com (Tom) or harrye@dharmazephyr.org (Harry).

Cost There is no charge for this series; donations will be gratefully accepted.

->If you choose to give, please specify how you wish your donation to be divided between teacher and general DZIMC dana.

->If you do not wish to donate online, you may also mail a check to “DZIMC” at: PO Box 4401, Carson City, NV 89702 (Specify how to divide between teacher and general DZIMC dana).
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  • Date: April 7, 2022
  • Time:
    6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Series:
    Online Meditation Class Series with Harry Ednie & Tom Gray
  • Event Category: Class Series
  • Event Tags:buddhism, Buddhist meditation, Dharma Zephyr, Harry Ednie, insight, meditation class, Tom Gray, vipassana

Organizers

  • Tom Gray
  • Harry Ednie

Online Meditation Class Series with Harry Ednie & Tom Gray

January 10, 2022 ·

April 14, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday evenings, April 7 to May 12, 2022 (6 classes total)
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This 6-week Buddhist meditation series is offered online via Zoom every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm. Beginners and experienced meditators alike are welcome.

Participants will be introduced to the practices of sitting, walking, standing and eating meditation, core Buddhist principles, and how to bring mindfulness to everyday life. Some classes may also include mindful movement if desired. Harry and Tom will draw on what they’ve learned over many years of evolving practice and are eager to share the tools that they have found helpful. Each class will include time for Q & A to help you begin or refine your own practice.

Tom Gray brings 19 years of meditation practice to this class. He comes from a scientific perspective, which has been both a blessing and an obstacle in his journey. His practice helps him cultivate an open heart and address anger and self-judgement issues.

Harry Ednie began his meditation practice in 1983. He has practiced and studied in both the Zen and Theravada (Vipassana) traditions. His practice continues to answer his spiritual questions and has led to greater ease in his life.

Both teachers have a deep love of the Buddhist dharma because it works!

Preregistration is required to obtain the Zoom link for the series. To preregister, or for more information, please email eltigrenevada@gmail.com (Tom) or harrye@dharmazephyr.org (Harry).

Cost There is no charge for this series; donations will be gratefully accepted.

->If you choose to give, please specify how you wish your donation to be divided between teacher and general DZIMC dana.

->If you do not wish to donate online, you may also mail a check to “DZIMC” at: PO Box 4401, Carson City, NV 89702 (Specify how to divide between teacher and general DZIMC dana).
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  • Date: April 14, 2022
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  • Event Category: Class Series
  • Event Tags:buddhism, Buddhist meditation, Dharma Zephyr, Harry Ednie, insight, meditation class, Tom Gray, vipassana

Organizers

  • Tom Gray
  • Harry Ednie

Online Meditation Class Series with Harry Ednie & Tom Gray

January 10, 2022 ·

April 21, 2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday evenings, April 7 to May 12, 2022 (6 classes total)
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

This 6-week Buddhist meditation series is offered online via Zoom every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm. Beginners and experienced meditators alike are welcome.

Participants will be introduced to the practices of sitting, walking, standing and eating meditation, core Buddhist principles, and how to bring mindfulness to everyday life. Some classes may also include mindful movement if desired. Harry and Tom will draw on what they’ve learned over many years of evolving practice and are eager to share the tools that they have found helpful. Each class will include time for Q & A to help you begin or refine your own practice.

Tom Gray brings 19 years of meditation practice to this class. He comes from a scientific perspective, which has been both a blessing and an obstacle in his journey. His practice helps him cultivate an open heart and address anger and self-judgement issues.

Harry Ednie began his meditation practice in 1983. He has practiced and studied in both the Zen and Theravada (Vipassana) traditions. His practice continues to answer his spiritual questions and has led to greater ease in his life.

Both teachers have a deep love of the Buddhist dharma because it works!

Preregistration is required to obtain the Zoom link for the series. To preregister, or for more information, please email eltigrenevada@gmail.com (Tom) or harrye@dharmazephyr.org (Harry).

Cost There is no charge for this series; donations will be gratefully accepted.

->If you choose to give, please specify how you wish your donation to be divided between teacher and general DZIMC dana.

->If you do not wish to donate online, you may also mail a check to “DZIMC” at: PO Box 4401, Carson City, NV 89702 (Specify how to divide between teacher and general DZIMC dana).
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  • Date: April 21, 2022
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  • Event Tags:buddhism, Buddhist meditation, Dharma Zephyr, Harry Ednie, insight, meditation class, Tom Gray, vipassana

Organizers

  • Tom Gray
  • Harry Ednie
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