Service Description

This course introduces you to the foundations of core shamanism. By learning the practice of the shamanic journey, you will traverse the hidden realms of Light to connect with your spirit allies to receive guidance, support, protection and healing. Participants will interact their spirit helpers in the lower, middle and upper worlds. Completing any of these courses fulfills the prerequisite to our all of the mini courses which are a part of the shamanic apprenticeship. Who might be interested? This workshop will give you tools and insights to support whatever your spiritual practice may be. This is a very experiential workshop. You will do several journeys and meet one or two helping spirits. We build in time for questions and discussion so that you can come to a place of comfort and confidence in this practice. What will you experience in this workshop? ~The history of shamanism and core shamanism practices ~The common elements of shamanic cultures around the world ~The practice of journeying ~Ways that spirit may "speak" to us, teach and guide us ~Meet a power animal and a helping spirit that you will work with in your practice ~How to create an intention/question to bring to spirit ~Creating an altar ~Creating sacred space ~Connecting with spirit in the world around us, all beings, the elements ~How to integrate and honor your guidance, healing and expansion This is a stand-alone program with no further commitments expected. Prerequisite: Completion Introduction to Shamanism/Learn to Journey Dates: One 2-day weekend: September 19 & 20, 2026 Location: The Retreat at Loon Pond, Litchfield, Maine, Optional on-site lodging is available at additional cost. Registrations are made directly with The Retreat at Loon Pond: www.retreatatloonpond.com 207 622-2211 Meeting times: Saturday: 9:30am to 5pm Sunday: 9:30am to 4pm Early Registration tuition: $225 Full tuition: $275 - after August 8, 2026 Registration closes: August 22, 2026 Payment Plans are available upon request Space is limited to 14 students