Molly says, " Best experience ever. I can’t even begin to describe the peace that this place brought me " See more
Anonymous says, "First, the price is surprisingly low for a multi-day retreat with food and lodging. Second, staff were very kind and welcoming. I was part of a very small group, so the vibe of the retreat was very casual & intimate." See more
Kristen says, "Lama Liz and the Natural Dharma Fellowship community is so incredibly welcoming and kind. I have never seen a community so unbiased and open in my life! This is a community for new and experiences practitioners of Buddhism and is tremendously welcoming to all variations of faith of practice." See more
Geneviève says, "Every time I visit Star River Sanctuary, I find myself just a little more. It is truly magical to discover the new parts of me that have been suppressed by trauma and self defense mechanism." See more
Lindsay says, "A lovely series of sharing haiku, with interesting insights re contemplative writing from John, through the dark of Winter. The retreat was also very well run and prepared by Dan." See more
Julian says, "The Haven is beautifully set on the waterfront on Gabriola Island. I wasn't sure what to expect at this workshop. I was hoping I would find more confidence in using my voice as I have been confident in speaking in public but deathly afraid of singing in public! What I found was a very safe space to explore making all kinds of sound from humming and babble to overtone chanting and yes." See more