Original Medicine Earth-Based Intensive Immersion Retreat
Original Medicine Earth-Based Intensive Immersion Retreat
Tuesday, July 22 - Monday, July 28, 2025 (6 nights)
Location: Spirit Camp Retreat Center
On the land of the Central Pomo speaking people in what is colonially known as Little River, CA (Mendocino County)
Since 2014, we’ve continued to offer our Original Medicine program guiding hundreds of participants towards personal healing through deepening connection with nature as nature itself and cultivating relationships with our beloved ancestors and the Earth. We are thrilled to host the Original Medicine Residential Retreat welcoming participants of all backgrounds to experience the very essence of this unique yearlong healing crucible mindfully distilled into an immersive in-person land experience.
Braiding together the teachings of the Buddha and Indigenous wisdom co-creates a foundation of truth, trust, and love. During this intensive retreat, we will explore ways of coming into the core of who we are, our own Original Medicine, and enhance our personal growth and purpose with nature as our teacher. Held by the magic of the Redwood forest, we will learn and experience contemplative practices that include mindfulness meditation, earth walks, and embodied mindfulness movement. Participants will experience the depth and essence of Braided Wisdom’s one of a kind yearlong healing program refined intentionally into an intensive, restorative, and heart-opening experience that will deepen and widen the nature of who we are… not separate from nature itself.
Please email info@braidedwisdom.org for any inquiries about the retreat.
About the Retreat
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Guided Movement
A blend of mindful stretches, fluid movements, and breathwork rooted in the elements. Accessible for all levels of practice.
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Contemplative & Earth-Based Practices
Contemplative teachings weaving together Indigenous wisdom, mindfulness, and earth-based practices to help you explore your inner landscape.
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Delicious Nourishment
Healthy, organic, fresh vegetarian meals prepared by local Bay Area Chef Sinclair Shigg.
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Immersive Community Experiences
Immersive and creative exploration through ritual and ceremony with community.
Teaching Team
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Carol Cano
Founder, Lead Teacher
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Janet Roos
Teacher
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Carmen Alvarez
Teaching Assistant
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Mario Castillo
Teaching Assistant
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Sarwang Parikh
Teaching Assistant
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Jonathan Relucio
Teaching Assistant
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Kimber Simpkins-Nuccio
Movement Teacher, Teaching Assistant
Accommodations
Rustic and cozy accommodations range from tents to shared spaces to private cabins. There is a shared communal bathhouse with toilets, sinks and plenty of hot water for showers. No accommodations have private baths.
Option 1: Private Cabin - Queen Bed (1-2 people)
Perfect for a private cozy room with a queen bed and desk. Newly renovated with oakwood floors and redwood furnishings. Soft cotton sheets, linen duvet bedding, and space heaters included. 2 cabins available.
$2,400
$2,250 (early bird discount)
Book for two people at the all-inclusive rate of $4,200
$4,050 (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Option 2: Tent Cabin - Twin Beds (2 people)
Twin beds in a lovely tent cabin surrounded by the redwoods. We’ll take care of everything else including the bell tent, lantern, small table, mattress, and organic bedding sheets. The tent will already be set up when you arrive, and will be taken down after you leave. Just show up and enjoy! 3 tent cabins available.
$2,000 per person
$1,850 per person (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Option 3: PRIVATE Glamping Tent - King bed (1-2 People)
King bed in a lovely tent on the meadow. We’ll take care of everything else including the bell tent, mattress, and organic bedding sheets. The tent will already be set up when you arrive, and will be taken down after you leave. Just show up and enjoy! 2 tents available.
$1,800
$1,650 (early bird discount)
Book for two people at the all-inclusive rate of $3,000
$2,850 (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Option 4: Glamping Tent - Twin Beds (2 people)
Twin beds in a lovely tent on the meadow. We’ll take care of everything else including the bell tent, mattress, and organic bedding sheets. The tent will already be set up when you arrive, and will be taken down after you leave. Just show up and enjoy! 1 tent available.
$1,700 per person
$1,550 per person (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Option 5: Shared Bunkhouse - TWIN beds (8 people)
The largest and most spacious cabin includes 2 bunk beds and 4 single beds for a communal experience. Newly renovated with oakwood floors and redwood furnishings. Soft cotton sheets, linen duvet bedding, and space heaters included. 8 spots available.
$1,500 per person
$1,350 per person (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Option 6: Meadow Camping - Bring Your Own Tent
Sleep among the Redwood Trees in the Sunset Meadow. Secure your access to the best offered savings for this All-Inclusive Retreat by bringing your own tent, gear and bedding with you. 10 spots available.
$1,200 per person
$1,050 per person (early bird discount)
Early registration discounts end May 19, 2025
Golden Roots Wellness
Retreat nourishment will be provided by Chef Sinclair Shigg (water/wind) who is also a nutritionist, herbalist, and medicine maker based in the Bay Area. Water has been dedicated to nourishing their communities for the past two decades and loves spending time in nature and cooking in contexts where the two are combined.
PAST RETREAT REFLECTIONS
"I've been holding back tears for over a year. I've cried everyday on retreat. The wisdom of ceremonies shared helps me experience my medicine. I give it so freely to others, it was healing to give to myself."
"I have the tools to tap into my internal power. I can move into the practice of forgiving, having appreciative joy, and sending loving kindness to myself and others."
"This retreat can heal our ourselves, relatives, and planet. My deepest wish is that It will happen again so that others may also experience deep healing and love."
"I am sitting with a lot of old shame stories and masks that need continued tending to allow me to access more joy and pleasure. I feel ready to do more shadow work based on insights I received, as if I have just scratched the surface. I feel my heart opening with the practices."