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Shamanic Paddling Journey:
 

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Shamanic Paddling Journey:
A Vision Quest
with Martha Lucier
TBA, 2007
C$800/p (US $690) *All equipment, canoes, meals, guide services, camping permits are included.
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Follow the forest path to the Edge, where the journey begins.  The Spirits of Nature invite us to listen and feel their presence.  In the cradle of Mother Earth's arms we are comforted as we listen to her sweet songs. Soothing water lapping the shoreline refreshes our spirits.   Moonlight beckons us to follow it's path; our path… we are welcomed home as the tall pines protect and shelter us.  Nature becomes our mirror as we discover hidden gifts that lie within. 

 The Quest begins at Northern Edge Algonquin retreat centre on the first day of the journey.  The remainder of the experience is centred  around a flatwater canoe trip into Algonquin Provincial Park with overnight tent camping. 

Martha will gently guide participants using Shamanic journeying and ceremony to set our intentions while creating a sacred container.   

Each participant will have an opportunity to participate in a 24 hour Solo Vision Quest experience.  

This experience is open to those seeking a deeply satisfying transformational adventure.  Each participant on this canoe trip is required to complete an application process ensuring spiritual needs are met.  Pre-requisites:  Basic Shamanism Retreat, The Way of the Shaman or equivalent.  Confidence in Shamanic Journeying is highly recommended.  Participants need to be prepared for physical activity, sharing in camp life and a life-transforming adventure.  Maximum 7 participants.

Martha, your guide and facilitator will personally contact each trip participant, ensuring the readiness for a deeply transformational Shamanic experience. 

Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival between 3-6 pm
Dinner
Opening Circle
Equipment & Packing Demonstration

Day 2
Lakefront Sunrise Circle
Breakfast
Paddle Out (prepare for 2-3 portages and 3-6 hours of paddling)

Setting up Base Camp
 

Day 3
Canoe Tripping in Algonquin Park with a wide variety of Shamanic learning and sharing experiences including a 24 hour Vision Quest Solo.

Day 4
Closing Circle

10 am - Pack up for return canoe trip to the Edge
2 - 4 pm - arrival at the Edge, snack, shower, preparing for journey home.

Martha Lucier B.Hk. B. Ed.
Martha has introduced individuals and groups to Shamanism for over a decade. 
She has presented Shamanic programs, from basic to advanced workshops, Medicine for the Earth gatherings, and seminars at Canada's Whole Life Expo and others, including international workshops at Findhorn, Scotland and at Budapest, Hungary.  A Practitioner of core-shamanism Martha completed the Foundation for Shamanic Studies 3 year program with Dr.  Michael Harner and other Foundation teachers.  Martha also recently completed a 2 Year Teacher Training with Shamanic Teacher and Author Sandra Ingerman. 

For more information on this and other unique shamanic retreats at Northern Edge Algonquin: 800 953-EDGE or martha@shamanismcanada.com

Northern Edge Algonquin is a welcoming sanctuary for those seeking an intimate connection with nature.  Nurture yourself with healthy food, fresh air, intimate conversation and unique learning opportunities. 

The Edge,  located on the edge of Ontario's Algonquin Park, is less than three hours from Toronto and is easily accessible by car, train or airport shuttle.   We will help you plan the journey.  Since 1996 we have presented a variety of Foundation for Shamanic Studies & Medicine for the Earth workshops, basic and advanced shamanism trainings, vision quests, & retreats.