July 29 – 31, 2011

Journey to the Heart of the Land

with Scott Sheerin

"With music it is very interesting, because you are opening up to a flow that is already present. And you are breathing and moving the sounds and notes out into the space around you. And so in a certain kind of way you feel how those sounds are – how they are flowing out and what they are moving up against – like how water moves against a shore – the contours that form." -- Scott Sheerin, from an interview in Around The Fire newsletter

Deeply immerse yourself in the sacred land and waters of the Blue Deer Center by joining Scott Sheerin on a “Journey to the Heart of the Land”. In our everyday lives, in the midst of all of the “noise” upon our senses, we have forgotten how to listen, how to connect with our surroundings. Through the full experience of the aliveness of the natural world, we can begin to relearn this important way of moving through our lives with more integrity.

We will kindle a sacred fire and with its heart-connecting blessings begin to slow down and open to the song of the land, as the stream and winds guide us to an experience of deep listening. Within the sacred song of this place we will begin to hear the song of our own heart.Together and individually we will explore the timeless tradition of making gratitude offerings to the plants and stream and rocks and trees.

Slowing the mind and living simply through heart we will step into the dream of nature, recognizing our connectedness with the sacred world around us.By spending time around the sacred fire and guided deep listening to nature, Scott will lead us through an introduction to ritual space and making gratitude offerings, and to the conversation of prayer and healing music. During our time together, there will be free moments to walk and explore the lands of the Blue Deer Center.

Teacher

Scott Sheerin

Scott Sheerinis a Marakame (shaman) in the Huichol tradition.  He practices shamanic healing in Victoria, B.C.  He has been on the staff of Eliot Cowan's healing camps for 11 years.  He is also a gifted musician offering healing and ritual music.  His recordings are in use around the world helping to spread the energy of heart and fire wherever they are heard.

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Details & Pricing

 

  • Cost: $295
  • Program begins at dinner on July 29th, and ends with lunch on July 31st.
  • Early Registration ends on July 15th. Registration deadline extended to Monday, July 25th!
  • If program registration has closed, please contact Linda Felch <lindafelch@bluedeer.org> for possible late registration.