Retreat in La Paz, Mexico - October 28 - November 1, 2011

Would you like to spend 4 relaxed days exploring a pristine environment, guided by a local naturalist?

This fall, join us for a retreat into the beautiful, secluded coastal area of Mexico. This retreat is an opportunity to be nurtured by nature and the creative process, away from the stresses of daily life.

Gabriela Flores who is a naturalist and owner of the Center in Baja and her partner Miguel who is a gourmet chef and diving instructor will lead us on expeditions. Ellen Speert will be leading expressive arts experiences each day which will enhance a sense of well being and playfulness as well as deepen self awareness.

• All meals – healthy, home made with vegetarian options
• Shared, comfortable rustic cabins near the beach
• (private cabin $100. extra)
• tent and bedding $15 less per night
• Daily art therapy experiences, journaling and poetry writing
• Swimming and snorkeling with the sea lions
• Guided meditation
• Guided hiking
• Drumming lessons
• Evening campfires
• Free transportation to the retreat center from the La Paz airport (40 minutes)
• Boating excursion to a secluded island
• Free time for relaxing
• Guided horseback riding into a beautiful nearby canyon

• Massage
• Kayaking

The cost of the retreat is $725.00 plus air fare. We are trying to get a special price on a group flight. Space is very limited so register soon!

To reserve your space, please send a $100.00 nonrefundable deposit to:

• Ellen Speert
• 1905 Crest Drive
• Encinitas, CA 92024
• include your name, phone#, e-mail address

For more information and pictures, please visit www.ecobaja.com Questions? Call (760) 436-3310

Sacred Tibetan Music and Healing Event

presented by the
Monks of the Gaden Shartse Monestary

Saturday, April 23, 2011
4:00 – 6:30 PM
at the California Center for Creative Renewal

The evening will include traditional Tibetan Buddhist music and chanting by the
Gaden Shartse Monks
followed by a group healing of body, mind and spirit
and conclude with tea and cookies with the monks.

Visitors to the Center for this event will also be able to walk the labyrinth,
meditate in the healing gardens
and shop in the Buddhist arts and crafts marketplace.

Minimum donation $45.00 by April 10 / $50. after or at the door
Pre-registration advised as space is limited.
Please make out checks to Ellen Speert and send to:
1905 Crest Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
Include your e-mail for confirmation and directions.

Individual healings can be scheduled for earlier in the day.
Questions? call Ellen at (760) 436-3310
Or visit  www.gadenshartsecf.org

Mindfulness Meditation and Creativity Retreat

“…the perfect antidote to the stress of my busy life.”

Experience a one-day retreat integrating the principles and practices of MBSR within the sanctuary of the meditation gardens. Are you interested in a silent day of yoga, guided sitting and walking meditation, labyrinth walking, and the option of simple art making?

For more information and to register please contact

Ellen Speert at (760) 436-3310

You may download a mail in form here.

1-760-436-3310