Pacha Mama's Grove - Palomar Mountain, California

Past Events

2008-10-07T23:17:00Z

                                                                   ~September 16th-23rd, 2008 ~
                                                                      Private Camping Group

                                                                   ~September 15th-17th, 2008 ~
                                                         Group Camp Over ... local 9th grade class

                                                                    ~ August 22nd-24th, 2008 ~
                                                           StressLess For Life Workshop
                                                            For more information contact susie@pachamamasgrove.org

                                                                     ~ August 16th, 2008 ~
                                                                     Sweat Lodge For All
                                     Traditional Style Native American Purification Ceremony

                                 In the traditional way there is never a fee to participate in this ceremony.

Ceremony will be lead by Kevin Norton who has been following a Native spiritual path since 1993 with a Cheyenne River Lakota community in South Dakota will be assisting. He is a pipe carrier in the Lakota tradition and has also participated in 5 Sundances and many years of purification ceremonies.His life partner Lisa Ezzard, a Moon Dancer who has participated in the Dansa de la Luna in Mexico for the past eight years with women from around the world. This ceremony takes places near the Sun and Moon pyramids on lands sacred to the Nawatil people. Together Lisa and Kevin lead the Purification Ceremony(Inipi).
Their balance between the warrior and sacred feminine is a powerful and moving experience.

                                                Come join in this ancient Earth ceremony of Healing

Preparation for the lodge begins at 3pm with the gathering of wood while connecting with each other and to acquaint oneself with the land. The Sweat Lodge begins at 5pm. It is a Native tradition to bring a dish to share for our " after the lodge" meal.
For those who chose to stay there is an $85 fee which includes a bed in our bunkhouse, great coffee/tea and a scrumptious breakfast on the deck over looking Pauma Valley.
Contact Susie at susie@pachamamasgrove.org or call 619.865.3905

                                                                         ~ August 15th- 17th, 2008 ~
                                                                            Core Process Workshop
                                                                   presented by Brook Olsen H.H.P. / S.E.P. and Peggy Reynolds-Olsen
Core Process is an expolration of how we are in our present experience, and how this expresses the past conditioning and conditions of our lives. The intention of this enquiry is the possibility of transforming our relationship to suffering and the facilitation of greater and more conscious choice in our daily life. In Core Process work, a depth awareness of what is happening in the present moment is used to explore our inner process. This awareness encompasses our energies, sensations, feelings, mental processes, and their expressions in the body. The aim is not to alter our experience, but to sense how we relate to it, so that it becomes possible to move with greater creativity and flexibilty in our lives. Core Process work is based on the understanding that within the conscious mind there is a deeper wisdom that moves naturally towards healing. Integration and healing come from insight into the ways in which we hold onto our suffering, and from a deeper connection with the openness, compassion, and wisdom at the heart of our human condition. You may feel blocked or weighed down by past conditioning or trauma(s), which restrict your life at the moment. Core Process therapeutic work can help you free yourself from what holds you back. This work can help develop practical skills for self-listening which will be invaluable to you long after the therapy may have stopped.
This is a 2 1/2 day all inclusive workshop which will be held atop Palomar Mountain at Pacha Mama's Grove Retreat Center. The group is limited to 7 participants. Brook and Peggy will hold space for each participant to process individually with the support of the group.
For more information contact Brook at 760.402.6082

                                                                       ~ August 8th - 10th, 2008 ~
                                                                           Private Camping Group

                                                                       ~ July 18th -20th, 2008 ~
                                                                            Couple Workshop
                                                             presented by Brook Olsen H.H.P. / S.E.P. and Peggy Reynolds-Olsen
                                               Exploring deeper intimacy thru loving communication
Open to committed couples only. In this two day workshop we will explore simple non-reactive techniques that may be used by couples to greatly enhance the depth of communication and understanding. This workshop explores the "Non-Reactive" possibilities of supporting yourself and your partner in resolving issues. We will be working with the relational field we create and learning to use our words and listening skills to help one another open to and explore our experience. Tracking through our bodies and hearts as we begin to find stillness from within and reflect from the inside out. In this way experiencing communication as a spontaneous emergence of our deepest expression of truth leading to a new depth of intimacy.

For more information contact Brook at 760.402.6082

~ June 27th - 29th, 2008 ~
So Cal Sacred Fire
Please join us for a special weekend of Fire circle ritual, drumming, singing, chanting, art, prayer, healing, transformation and community sharing. All faiths and paths are welcome. Together under the starry night sky may we weave a web of positive intention in sacred space around an all night sacred fire. Workshops ("playshops") exploring many fun and inspiring themes during the day.
Please save the date!
More information and on line registration at www.SoCalSacredFire.com

~ June 21st, 2008 ~
Summer Solstice Sweat Lodge For All
Traditional Style Native American Purification Ceremony

In the traditional way there is never a fee to participate in this ceremony.

Ceremony will be lead by Kevin Norton who has been following a Native spiritual path since 1993 with a Cheyenne River Lakota community in South Dakota will be assisting. He is a pipe carrier in the Lakota tradition and has also participated in 5 Sundances and many years of purification ceremonies.His life partner Lisa Ezzard, a Moon Dancer who has participated in the Dansa de la Luna in Mexico for the past eight years with women from around the world. This ceremony takes places near the Sun and Moon pyramids on lands sacred to the Nawatil people. Together Lisa and Kevin lead the Purification Ceremony(Inipi).
Their balance between the warrior and sacred feminine is a powerful and moving experience.

Come join in this ancient Earth ceremony of Healing

Preparation for the lodge begins at 3pm with the gathering of wood while connecting with each other and to acquaint oneself with the land. The Sweat Lodge begins at 5pm. It is a Native tradition to bring a dish to share for our " after the lodge" meal.
For those who chose to stay there is an $85 fee which includes a bed in our bunkhouse, great coffee/tea and a scrumptious breakfast on the deck over looking Pauma Valley.
Contact Susie at susie@pachamamasgrove.org or call 619.865.3905

~ June 20th, 2008 ~
Relational Field Workshop
presented by Brook Olsen H.H.P. / S.E.P. and Peggy Reynolds-Olsen
A skill enhancement workshop for holistic professionals and touch therapist.
This is a 21/2 day workshop held at the all inclusive Pacha Mama's Grove Retreat Center atop Palomar Mountain. Come and explore the possibility of listening from the inside out. Working with clients instead of on them. We need to develop the skills of staying present andallowing the information to come to us organically. We are in the habit of thinking we already know what our clients need and thus we never really listen to them. In this course the nature of our human condition will be explored within small group fprmats. Peggy will be presenting basic forms of relational work where the focus will be on present awareness and inquiry into the nature of what arises in relationship. The nature of the "relational Field" will be explored. How information is communicated within a wide perceptual field will be the focu of the day. Interpersonal skills relating to psycho-emotional and historical information will be emphasised and the nature of the therapeutic interaction explored. Emphasis will be on "joint practice" the mutual nature of the client-therapist relationship. Forms of active supervision will also be explored in which observer therapist hold certain intentions of awareness as the therapist-client process unfolds. The Brahma Viharas, Equanimity, Compassion, Love and Joy will help generate and hold the enquiry.
For more information and application contact Brook at 760.402.6082 or www.peggyolsen.com

~ June 13th-15th, 2008 ~
Morgan Family Reunion

~ May 31st-June 1 2008 ~
Women's Sweat Lodge
Traditional Style Native American Purification Ceremony

In the traditional way there is never a fee to participate in this ceremony.

Ceremony will be lead by Lisa Ezzard, a Moon Dancer who has participated in the Dansa de la Luna in Mexico for the past eight years with women from around the world. This ceremony takes places near the Sun and Moon pyramids on lands sacred to the Nawatil people. Her life partner Kevin Norton who has been following a Native spiritual path since 1993 with a Cheyenne River Lakota community in South Dakota will be assisting. He is a pipe carrier in the Lakota tradition and has also participated in 5 Sundances and many years of purification ceremonies. Tpgether Lisa and Kevin lead the Purification Ceremony(Inipi). Their balance between the warrior and sacred feminine is a powerful and moving experience.

Come join in this ancient Earth ceremony of Healing

Preparation for the lodge begins at 1pm with the gathering of wood while connecting with each other and to acquaint oneself with the land. The Sweat Lodge begins at 5pm. It is a Native tradition to bring a dish to share for our " after the lodge" meal.
For those who chose to stay there is an $85 fee which includes a bed in our bunkhouse, great coffee/tea and a scrumptious breakfast on the deck over looking Pauma Valley.
Contact Susie at susie@pachamamasgrove.org or call 619.865.3905

~ May 27th - June 13th, 2008~
SDSU Archeological Dig of Nate Harrison's Original Homestead

~ May 24, 25, 26 2008 ~
San Diego Women’s Drum Circle Proudly Presents

The Second Annual Women’s Drum Retreat

Join us in the beautiful woods of Palomar Mountain for a weekend of

Drumming and Dance Workshops lead by:

	Drum Circle Facilitation with	Ali Thomas	African Dance Class with
	Elisa Kisselburg	Assistant Director/Instructor Tam Tam Mandingue San Diego	Suzanne Forbes

Drum Circles ~ Tune and Care for your Drum ~ Yoga in the Woods

Your Cost of $195 camping, $ 245 Bunkhouse (space is limited), includes classes, over night Accommodations, Absolutely Fabulous Food and Chocolate ...of course!

Space is Limited, Register Today with a $50 deposit

E-Mail: vicki@pachamamasgrove.org Call: 619.884.9431

visa and mastercard accepted

www.pachamamasgrove.org

Sistah’s of the Drum are calling you!

~ May 4th, 2008 ~
First Anniversary Celebration of Pacha Mama's Grove
For more information contact susie@pachamamasgrove.org

~ April 23rd, 2008 ~
~Mens Sweat Lodge ~ Private Event

~ April 25th - 27th, 2008 ~
Core Process Workshop
presented by Brook Olsen H.H.P. / S.E.P. and Peggy Reynolds-Olsen
Core Process is an expolration of how we are in our present experience, and how this expresses the past conditioning and conditions of our lives. The intention of this enquiry is the possibility of transforming our relationship to suffering and the facilitation of greater and more conscious choice in our daily life. In Core Process work, a depth awareness of what is happening in the present moment is used to explore our inner process. This awareness encompasses our energies, sensations, feelings, mental processes, and their expressions in the body. The aim is not to alter our experience, but to sense how we relate to it, so that it becomes possible to move with greater creativity and flexibilty in our lives. Core Process work is based on the understanding that within the conscious mind there is a deeper wisdom that moves naturally towards healing. Integration and healing come from insight into the ways in which we hold onto our suffering, and from a deeper connection with the openness, compassion, and wisdom at the heart of our human condition. You may feel blocked or weighed down by past conditioning or trauma(s), which restrict your life at the moment. Core Process therapeutic work can help you free yourself from what holds you back. This work can help develop practical skills for self-listening which will be invaluable to you long after the therapy may have stopped.
This is a 2 1/2 day all inclusive workshop which will be held atop Palomar Mountain at Pacha Mama's Grove Retreat Center. The group is limited to 7 participants. Brook and Peggy will hold space for each participant to process individually with the support of the group.
For more information contact Brook at 760.402.6082

Events at Pacha Mama's Grove

2008-06-17T23:08:00Z

Up Coming Events at Pacha Mama's Grove
For more information about current events or booking an event contact susie@pachamamasgrove.org

~ October 18th, 2008 ~
Sweat Lodge of Gratitude
Traditional Style Native American Purification Ceremony

In the traditional way there is never a fee to participate in this ceremony.

Ceremony will be lead by Kevin Norton who has been following a Native spiritual path since 1993 with a Cheyenne River Lakota community in South Dakota will be assisting. He is a pipe carrier in the Lakota tradition and has also participated in 5 Sundances and many years of purification ceremonies.His life partner Lisa Ezzard, a Moon Dancer who has participated in the Dansa de la Luna in Mexico for the past eight years with women from around the world. This ceremony takes places near the Sun and Moon pyramids on lands sacred to the Nawatil people. Together Lisa and Kevin lead the Purification Ceremony(Inipi).
Their balance between the warrior and sacred feminine is a powerful and moving experience.

Come join in this ancient Earth ceremony of Healing
NOTE: This lodge is being held as a reminder for us all to hold gratitude in our hearts for all the riches we do have in this moment-our good health, family, friends, jobs, food and shelter-all the things that help us feel secure. Kevin would also like to request a "give away" for this ceremony-a "blanket ceremony". In this ceremony, everyone brings something that has personal or spiritual meaning, that has given them joy or plentitude. Please wrap this object in red cloth, and when you arrive, you will place it on the blanket provided for the ceremony. (No talking or explaining the "gift" or give-away amongst each other). After this ceremony, everyone will circle around the blanket with their backs turned from the objects, and each will get a turn to go to the item or place they are called to. No one will open their gift until everyone has received a red bundle. We will open our gifts together as a reminder that we not only have abundance but that we have each other, and that we always have something more to give one another, no matter how big or small.
In preparation for the ceremony, we would also request that you make a tobacco bundle ( a handful of tobacco in red cloth) and pray with it for four days prior to the lodge. In this way, you will have your gratitude and your intentions already present and "circulating" before ceremony.

                                                              Please be on the land around noon in preparation of the lodge.
                                               It is a Native tradition to bring a dish to share for our " after the lodge" meal.

For those who chose to stay there is an $85 fee which includes a bed in our bunkhouse, great coffee/tea and a scrumptious breakfast on the deck over looking Pauma Valley.
Contact Susie at susie@pachamamasgrove.org or call 619.865.3905


                                                                 ~ October 24th-26th, 2008~
                                                                    Private Women's Group


                                                           ~ Ocotber 31st-Novenber 2nd, 2008 ~
Writers Workshop
Courage In Creative Writing:Exploring the First Person Narrative
presented by Kimberly Dark
Writing in the first person (using"I") can feel very vulberable and self-revealing. This type of writing is sometimes called autobiography, memoir or autoethnography. In this workshop, we will explore the power of first person story-knowing when to stop! Kimberly will also help participants understand how to use personal stories to write about broader themes. As she often says "Every story is about me, but I am not the subject." Participants will leave the workshop with greater courage and skill at storytelling in the first person and will have started a few different stories for completion at home. Download our flier .. http://www.pachamamasgrove.org/dox/KimberlyDark_PMG_2008.pdf
For more information contact susie@pachamamasgrove.org

                                                           ~ December 31, 2008 ~
                                                      Private New Year Gathering


                                                        ~ February 13,14,15, 2009~
                                                    Heart Centered Music Festival

                                                          ~ March 21-22, 2009~
                                                    Spring Equinox Celebration

                                                        ~ May 23,24, 25, 2009~
                                              3rd Annual Women's Drum Retreat

                                                       ~ June 19,20,21, 2009~
                                  San Diego Gathering of the Tribes Festival

                                                         ~ July 25-26, 2009~
                                                           Summer Festival

                                                           ~ August, 2009~
                                                      StoryTelling Festival

                                                   ~ September 5,6,7, 2009~
                                                   Labor Day Music Festival

                                                 ~ September 19-20, 2009~
                                                          Autumnal Equinox

                                                     ~ October 10,11,12, 2009~
                                                           Harvest Festival

                                                        ~ November 26, 2009~
                                                         Happy Thanksgiving

                                                   ~ December 11,12,13, 2009~
                                                  2nd Annual Women's Retreat

May Anniversary Photos 2008

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February Photos 2008

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Novembers '07 Sweat Lodge

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We had an exciting week-end. up here at Pacha Mama's Grove a retreat center for laughter, love and healing. We had a wonderful group this week-end attending our sweat lodge event that was facilitated by Kevin Norton. As we completed our sweat lodge at Pacha Mama's Grove high upon Palomar Mountain here in Southern California, Vicki confessed that she cheated once again and went snorkeling which means she slid her hands out underneath the blankets for some cool fresh air as she found herself a little on the hot side. I will never tell her that she wasn't the only one "cheating".
The sweat lodge which is a native American purification ceremony is frequently held at Pacha Mama's Grove. The weekends participant's walked away with a sense of peace and connectedness as we all shared in this healing ritual.

After the closing ceremony, there were a few of us who found themselves completely entertained as the CNF, the Cleveland National Forest service, who stopped by in their BIG green forest fire truck to see how we were faring and to douse all remaining spot fires.

They put out many spot fires still found here on Pacha Mama's Grove and to add more excitement to our day they called in the helicopter to do an over head drop. While waiting on the copper and exchanging conversavtion with the forestry guys about the history of the property also known as the Nate Harrison Ranch we soon learned a new bit of information. In the early 1900's Nate Harrison would sell trees to the vistors of the mountain so they could tie them to the back of their vehicle to enhance their braking system as they ventured down the mountain.

As you can see it was quite entertaining and also comforting to know that we are still being watched over by our local fire dept and of course the wonderful spirit of Nate Harrison.

This blog was joyously written by Vicki Morgan, Tracy Merritt and Tina Louisa

Poomacha Fire Oct 2007

2007-11-15T04:42:00Z

It has been three weeks since the Poomacha fire cruised through Pacha Mama's. It has been a very busy time, we are still putting out hot spots on the land and seeing fires across the canyon. Through it all Pacha Mama has stood tall. She has lost many trees, lots of brush and few cherished structures and yet the miracles or should we say blessings are found around soon many corners. The big tree down at the camp ground did not make it and yet the swinging chair attached to it still swings on. We now have plenty of fire wood although given how warm it has been who knows when we will need to fire up the wood stove. We have had many people up here to help with the recovery process, some were old friends, family and now new friends. Although we find ourselves much busier now we are also very excited about our rebuilding process. We look forward to all the new growth in the springtime. Many Blessings

Our First Labor Day Retreat - 2007

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The retreat began by being greeted by a big old Bull Frog which was a delight for all of us who are still young at heart. As the day progressed the land began to fill with excitement as people arrived. Needless to say there was and always will be lots of good food, from there we moseyed on over to our new fire circle area formally known as the corral where we drummed under the stars. What a delight to look up and be greeted by so many twinkling stars and because the Fire Dance Circle group was so kind to clean the area of rocks when they were there last, we were able to dance around the fire barefooted without any worries. Monday morning if you were able to get up early enough you were greeted by a great cup of coffee and morning laughter as we sat on the deck visiting. All in all, it was a wonderful Labor Day Retreat, one we will be sure to be doing for many years to come.

Wishlist

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Participate;

We can always use help around the land from picking up fallen branches and twigs to sweeping leaves off the deck to watering or even feeding the chickens, now there is something most of us don't do everyday.

Become a sponsor, donate , volunteer or help us with fund raising.

Particle things like;

- hammocks
- composting toilets
- snake bit kit
- battery powered drill
- used 4x4 truck
- yurts
- water heater
- airline mileage
- money

We thank you in advance for your love and support.

Sweat Lodge

2007-08-29T17:13:00Z

September 22/23 2007 ...      Sweat Lodge ... Spirit Weekend
                                     Traditional Style Native American Purification Ceremony
                                  Come celebrate the Birthing of a New Lodge at
                                   Pacha Mama's Grove on Palomar Mountain, Ca
                              September 22-23, 2007   or   October 13-14, 2007

Kevin Norton who has been following a Native spiritual path since 1993 with a Cheyenne River Lakota community in South Dakota will lead ceremony. He is a pipe carrier in the Lakota tradition and has also participated in 5 Sundance’s and many years of purification ceremonies. His life partner Lisa Ezzard, who is a Moon Dancer and amazing woman, has participated in the Dansa de la Luna in Mexico for the past eight years with women from around the world. This ceremony takes place near the Sun and Moon pyramids on lands sacred to the Nawatil people. Together Lisa and Kevin lead the Purification Ceremony (Inipi). Their balance between the warrior and the sacred feminine is a powerful and moving experience.
Come join in this ancient Earth Ceremony of Healing.
Note From Kevin: In the traditional way there is never a fee to participate in this ceremony. No one will ever be turned away for lack of money. It is also very important for all of us to also acknowledge the generosity of the founders of Pacha Mama's Grove for providing a safe and beautiful space for all of us to heal. I know in my heart it’s imperative to support the center with the money exchange necessary to keep the center alive. So we have agreed to support the fee and encourage everyone to support this amazing healing center for many years to come.

                                  Begins Saturday at noon and ends Sunday at noon
                          Bring a Saturday dinner dish to share - Breakfast will be provided
                                            Camping or Bunk beds available
                                                          Space is limited
                                                          Your cost is $85

To sign up or more info please contact;
susie@pachamamasgrove.org or call 619.865.3905

August Update

2007-08-29T16:31:00Z

We are now up, running ( after the chickens ) and open for whatever brings you to Pacha Mama's. We started with this wild idea, let's open a retreat center and have been blessed beyond our wildest dreams by family and friends (old and new) who have joined us on this beautiful journey of creating and developing Pacha Mama's Grove. So many dreams and visions have already come to fruition. We have two new chickens, Blackie and CoCo Channel. The main house, guest house and bunk house are now completely furnished thanks to donations from so many wonderful people. This means if you are wanting to come up and stay we have space available, you can rent one or take the whole ranch. The camp ground is always ready, it comes with a mountian spring feed shower and is set up for a game of horse shoes or an easy swing in the chair, it just doesn't get any better then that, who knew?
We now have our own sweat lodge which will be used for the first time on Sept 22/23, space is limited so if you are interested please let us know. We are now starting to book events so be sure to check the events calendar to see what you "have" to do or talk to us about creating one.
We greatly appreciate all the everyone has, is and will be contributing to Pacha Mama's Grove. This place is for all of us to grow, learn, heal and expand.
May the peace of the Goddess/God be ever in your heart, Many Blessings

Our vision for Pacha Mama's Grove

2007-06-12T20:58:00Z

                                 Our journey begins, a dream come true. We have so much before us. We are full of excitement and great joy. We look forward to sharing this journey with you.

                                                                This is our Vision For Pacha Mama's Grove;

                                Pacha Mama's Grove is a sacred historical mountain top oasis dedicated to                         fostering  international  and inter-cultural communities and education built on
                                                                          a foundation of Love and Healing