Spring 2020 Return to Nature Silent Retreat

When: Thursday, March, 26 2020 5:00 PM(EST) - Sunday, March 29, 2020 1:00 PM (EST)

Where: Watershed Retreat Center - 361 Albone Branch Road, Hayesville, NC 28904

Prior to Retreat Contact: Atlanta Soto Zen Center Email : [email protected] Phone: 404-531-7070 

During Retreat Contact Number (EMERGENCY USE ONLY)  : 828-389-4927 

Fees:  Full 4-Day Package for $240 + Dana (includes accommodations). Partial attendance is not encouraged, but in some cases can be arranged. 

Teacher: Sensei Michael Elliston

Detailed Retreat Schedule: Click Here

Accommodations:  Indoor accommodations are available on a first come, first served basis, for 10 people.  Indoor accommodations are either twin beds, or cots with a futon mattress, 2-3 people per room, and the rooms have air conditioning and heat.

Space will also be available in the zendo. There is no  Heat or Air Conditioning in the zendo cabin, and you will need to bring sleeping gear (i.e. a sleeping bag and sleeping roll if needed).  Camping is an option, but you will have to bring your own equipment, including tent and sleeping gear.

Note: Accommodation cost is included in the 4-Day Package

Food: Simple,vegetarian meals will be provided.

Important: Please don't forget to bring clothing and shoes for hiking.

Listed below is some helpful information about the retreat at Watershed Retreat Center:

•    Click Here for watershed retreat location and details

•    Click Here for additonal information related to Buddhist treats.

Here are some pictures from previous Retreats: Impressions Watershed Retreats

Dana (Supporting the Dharma Teachers): 

Please note that Dana is not included in the registration fee. Dana donation is an opportunity to express gratitude for the teachings which have been received and allows the Teacher to pay his/her living expenses. Therefore we will place a Dana box at our retreat. For additional thoughts about Dana please follow this LINK.