Extraordinary Realities — Late Registration

Introduction to Shamanism

April 6-7, 2024

Earthaven Ecovillage
Near Asheville, NC

Want to feel more resourced and supported in life?
Have a sense that there’s more out there, a mystery larger than yourself?
Seeking more connection with plants and the land?

Extraordinary Realities offers an experiential introduction to the essentials of compassionate spirit relationship, communication, healing, and divination. The workshop is based on the practice of shamanic journeying, which can lead to a more integrated, empowered, and sustainable life with direct access to divine healing and wisdom. These experiences are intended to increase communion with all our relations — whether two legged, four legged, winged, plant based, or beyond any conception we may have of who we can relate to.

Extraordinary Realities focuses on interacting with animal and human form spirits that transcend physical experience. These compassionate spirits are relatable manifestations of the Divine that offer wisdom and healing beyond ordinary human capacity. In the partnerships developed between each person and their helping spirits, great positive change can be brought into our lives and world – bringing us closer to each other and more in alignment with the rest of the natural world. The result can be an integrated, essential and transcendent spiritual practice, keeping us grounded in our full humanity and expansive in our minds and hearts.

This workshop is based on the common elements of many shamanic cultures, rather than any one indigenous tradition. Anthropological and archaeological evidence from all five of earth’s continents indicate the presence of shamanic practice through pre-history and into the current era. Shamanic practice is the birthright of all people.

This program is for adults and mature teens.

I had no expectations going in and only elementary knowledge about shamanism and shamanic journeying. I learned so much! And better yet, experienced so much. A coming back to more of myself through a beautiful ancient practice. Highly recommend Peter as a practitioner/facilitator. A wonderful blend of grounded and compassionate energy.

Anonymous, Past Participant

Program

The workshop runs from 9:30 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. (Plan to arrive 8:30 – 9:00 am.) Fifteen minute breaks at mid-morning and mid-afternoon are planned, as well as a 60-75 minute lunch break each day.

Each day includes experiences within shamanic journey trance states that include knowledge expansion, spiritual healing, and compassionate divination. Every practice includes time for writing of the experience and verbal sharing within the group.

I found this workshop to be extremely powerful. It opened in me a way of interacting with myself and my associated spirits that I had only dreamed about before. I feel that a whole world was just opened for me and with that a deep sense of empowerment to heal and grow as a person, as well as receive guidance from my helpers.

Anonymous, Past Participant.

Scholarships
We offer partial scholarships (50% of the middle of the sliding scale) to black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) with financial needs who otherwise would not be able to afford to attend. We understand that BIPOC experience more financial and institutional barriers to participation, and this is one way we are able to create more access. If you identify as BIPOC with financial needs and would like to receive a scholarship, please contact us.

Sliding Scale Tuition

Because some people have more financial means than others, we have created a sliding scale fee system to accommodate a range of economic realities. The high-end of the scale reflects the value we believe the program holds, and the low-end offers a more accessible entry point.

By choosing a higher price point, you are helping make the program more accessible to others for whom the low-end may be cost-prohibitive. Please consider your needs and resources to determine what might be a stretch, but not a strain.

Cost

General
Tuition Sliding Scale: $250 – 350

What’s Included
Tuition includes instruction and materials.

Camping and transportation assistance are available for an additional cost.

Note: Meals and indoor accommodations are NOT available for this program. Bring a lunch and your snacks.

Well organized, constructive, informative, and accommodating!

Anonymous, Past Participant

Logistics

Lodging

Several accommodation options are available at Earthaven Ecovillage and in the surrounding area.

Camping
Cost per person: 2 nights $60

Campground Cabin Shared Lodging
Cost per person: 2 nights $80

Off-Site Options
Various options in Old Fort, Bat Cave, Black Mountain, and Asheville.

Sleeping bags and pads are available for rental for $15/set. Cleaning supplies to clean mats are available before and/or after use. SOIL launders the sleeping bags once a year.

Food

Food is not provided for this program or available at Earthaven. The lunch break is not long enough to get food in town. Please bring a lunch and any other food that you will want.

Cancellation & Refunds

If you cancel your registration, you may:

Donate your tuition to support our continued work
Request a refund per our policy:
- 90% refund for cancellations prior to 30 days before the start of the program
- 50% refund for cancellations prior to 10 days before the start of the program

If SOIL cancels this program for any reason whatsoever, you would receive a 100% refund.

Crowdfunding & Fundraising

Check out our Crowdfunding & Fundraising page for creative ways to engage your community and launch a "Community Supported Education" campaign. This approach can help support your investment in yourself, your community, the planet, and future generations.

Location

This program takes place at Earthaven Ecovillage. This permaculture-based community offers a unique living classroom where participants will engage with the natural world, eco-infrastructure, and the intimate experience of rural community living.

What to Expect at Earthaven

Instructor

Peter Clark

Instructor

Peter has always held a fascination with the cosmos and the nature of reality. His compassionate helping spirits first communicated with him in dreams during childhood. His work focuses on teaching, facilitating shamanic healing, and assisting in the expansion of consciousness. Over the years, Peter has been involved in a number of advanced shamanic healing programs, and has been a practitioner working with others and teaching since 2005.

Full Profile Page

Registration

Complete the registration form once per participant. It takes 5-10 minutes, and you will complete your enrollment with a credit card authorization.

After your enrollment is processed, you will receive several confirmations…

An automatic confirmation of receiving your registration form
A payment confirmation from our card processor
Confirmation that your registration has been processed

Note: Program participants may not bring pets to Earthaven. If you have a service dog, please contact us to discuss options before registering.

Contact Info - Step 1 of 3

Extraordinary Realities: Intro to Shamanism

April 6-7, 2024

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Values and Code of Conduct

SOIL Values & Code of Conduct

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Values

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, religion, nationality, immigration status, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, education, socioeconomic status or background, or physical appearance. We are united by our values and we celebrate our unique differences.

Values and assumptions upon which this Code of Conduct is built:

It is possible to create the world we want to see by walking our talk and learning from our mistakes.
Intention is not the same as impact; we can have good intentions and still have a hurtful or damaging impact.
Dismantling racism, sexism, heterosexism, and unlearning oppressive attitudes takes a lifetime.
We are continually learning how to rely on our love and regard for each other (whether present or desired), our resilience, our humility, and our sense of humor.
We are all fabulous. We are not here to “fix” each other; rather our work is to love ourselves into who we are, knowing how conditioned we all are by dominator culture.
We cannot offer each other "safe space." Any space in which we are working together can become unsafe within moments.
We strive to create "safer space" which is grounded in respect, where we assume positive intent and listen deeply to the voices of others.

Code of Conduct

Because I want to contribute to this experience being a safe, healing, and celebratory environment, I will do my best to embody these values and principles for the benefit of myself and my community relations:

APPRECIATION:

I seek to recognize and acknowledge the gifts of each individual. I take steps to include everyone in the group and listen for “the quietest voice”.

Feedback & Conflict Resolution

I agree to give and receive feedback in a manner that works for myself and others with openness, respect, honesty, and compassion. I will ask permission before giving feedback, and prioritize finding the best time to give and/or receive it. When I offer feedback, I will connect my feelings to my needs as the cause, rather than imply another person is the cause of my feelings. If I cannot resolve a conflict to my satisfaction I agree to seek help from staff or others.

Focus & Shared Intent

I tend to my awareness of the group intention, being mindful of ways in which I can support it, as well as ways in which I may be a distraction. I am responsible for helping create my community.

Integrity & Accountability

I keep my agreements. I continually practice doing what I say I am going to do. When I am unable to follow through, I communicate in a timely manner to the people I made an agreement with. I am aware that breaking agreements may lead to natural or negotiated consequences.

Honoring Boundaries

I honor others’ boundaries as well as set and honor my own. When I honor someone’s boundaries, it is a sign of respect. I understand that if I continue to say or do things that violate other people’s needs after being asked to stop, protective use of force may be used.

Personal Responsibility

I assume full ownership of my behavior and choices. I strive always to be my best self, and I’m accountable for times in which I fall short of this goal. I lean into my growth edges, and I let my gifts shine.

Care

I care about my needs and others’ needs equally moment by moment. I tend to my personal health needs and recognize that self-care is not selfish. I recognize that by doing so I am more capable of showing up fully as my best self.

Word Power

I will practice the ability to speak positively in the face of no apparent solution. I will continue to honor the gifts of each individual even when it may not be apparent to me that they are growing at that time.

Service

I choose the path of being helpful, of seeing the best in others, of being the change I want to see in the world through positive role-modeling and intent. I value being of service to something greater than myself, and I strive to walk that path in my daily life.

Healing

I acknowledge that my greater context is within the influence of a wounded society, which has likely resulted in deep wounding for myself and others. I recognize that the essential work of mentoring and teaching in the realm of cultural resilience has the potential to resurface old wounds, both for the staff/teachers and participants. I allow appropriate space and offer support for the healing of these wounds, both for myself and others, and I see that this in turn supports the greater goals and vision of School of Integrated Living.

Unity

I act in unison with the vision of the School of Integrated Living. I am a team player. I look for the value in establishing a feeling of one-mindedness. I practice cooperation and tuning into the big picture of things and I support the group to maintain its center.

Inner Peace

I attend to my own inner needs (emotionally, mentally and spiritually). I satisfy my own needs for solitude, reflection, integration and self-care. I address others from my place of inner truth and peace.

Thankfulness

I explore and express my gratitude creatively each day. I focus on and express gratitude for the ways my needs are being met, even when some needs are not being met in significant ways.

I acknowledge that I have read the Values and Code of Conduct and will do my best to embody the values and principles for the benefit of myself and my community relations.

This section was adapted with permission from Mark Morey, www.aConnectedLeader.com and not to be reproduced without relationship and permission. Some assumptions were adapted from www.dismantlingracism.org.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

90% refund for cancellations prior to 30 days before the start of the program.
50% refund for cancellations prior to 10 days before the start of the program.
You may transfer your registration to another person prior to 3 days before the start of the program.

If SOIL cancels a program, you will have the option to transfer your registration to another program or receive a 100% refund. If SOIL denies, your registration, you will receive a 100% refund.

Beyond these provisions, SOIL has a No Refund Policy on all of our registrations. If you cannot attend the workshop, your registration fee can be considered a donation to our nonprofit to support our continued work. Please contact us if you would like a receipt for this donation.

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