Finding Freedom Within - Independence Day Weekend - SPECIAL PRICING

Our teachers are freely sharing their time and experience which allows us to offer this retreat on a sliding scale. We invite you to give what you can and warmly welcome you to join us.

 

This special retreat takes place over the July 4th weekend. We will join together in a spirit of reflection and community, honoring our shared aspiration for true freedom—freedom from suffering, confusion, and fear.

When life feels uncertain and the world around us unstable, how can we return to a place of clarity and peace? The Buddha taught that freedom is not found outside of ourselves, but through inner understanding. In times of challenge, these teachings offer a path to stability and strength. 

During this retreat, we will draw from the profound wisdom of the Buddhist tradition presented in the writings of Tarthang Tulku. Through periods of silence, guided meditation, dharma talks, movement, visualization, and time in nature, we will explore what it means to come home to ourselves and rest in inner spaciousness.

Together, we will cultivate a deeper sense of ease, resilience, and open-heartedness —nourishing qualities that support us in living fully and being in the world with care.

Retreat Includes:

Silent and guided meditation
Dharma talks and shared inquiry
Relaxation and movement practices
Nature walks and reflective time outdoors

Dana-Based Offering:
Our teachers are freely sharing their time and experience which allows us to offer this retreat on a sliding scale. We invite you to give what you can and warmly welcome you to join us.

COVID POLICY:  For your safety and ours, we require proof of vaccination AND negative test result from all visitors to Ratna Ling Retreat Center. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.

Schedule (Subject to change):

THURSDAY

3pm Check in 
5:30 Dinner 
7-8:30pm Welcome and Meditation

FRIDAY

7am  Morning Practice
8am  Silent Breakfast
9-10:30am  Readings + Inquiry
11:30am  Nature Walk 
12:15 Lunch, Free Time
4:30pm  Relaxation, Kum Nye Yoga
5:30pm Dinner

SATURDAY

7am  Mantra Practice
8am  Silent Breakfast
9-10:30am  Readings + Inquiry 
12:15 Lunch, Free Time
4:30pm   Kum Nye Yoga
5:30pm Dinner
7-8pm  Evening Program

SUNDAY

9am  Morning Practice + Closing
10am Brunch
12pm Check Out

 

For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins



ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling is encouraged.
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat if canceled 30+ days prior to event.
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace, spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
Vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.

What people are saying about our retreats:



“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing”
“The entire place permeates depth, silence and sacredness.  Thank you.”
“I love it here and hope to continue coming for many years.  The setting and sacredness of this space are the perfect place to retreat."


“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious." Read More