Name: Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage
Start: 2017-08-04T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-08-07T00:00:00.000Z
Location: North Cascades Mountains, Washington State, USA

Mountain Shakti

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13 reviews

Aug 4 - 7, 2017

Group size: 4 - 8

Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage

North Cascades Mountains, Washington State, USA

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Mountain Shakti

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13 reviews

Aug 4 - 7, 2017

Group size: 4 - 8

This is a 4 day, USA-based sacred yoga pilgrimage into the heart of the North Cascades Range of Washington State in the Pacific Northwest.

- Step into the healing rhythm of nature and unplug from fast-paced, technology centered modern lifestyle

- Practice healing & expanding goddess-based yoga informed by Nondual Shakta Tantra

- Connect to physical strength & intuitive wisdom

- Learn the fundamentals of backpacking & how to set up a back country camp

- Explore Sacred Activism & “Artivism” for supporting women and the environment

- 3 nights & 4 day yoga backpacking pilgrimage

- Daily Wisdom Goddess Yoga

- Goddesses of Yoga Studies in Nature: Bhuvaneshwari/Durga/Parvati

- Backpacking Into Pristine Goddess-Infused Nature

- Sacred Circle Practices with Glacier Vistas

- Guided creative expression through writing, poetry and investigative journaling

- Mantra, Mudra, Meditation

- Yantra making & meditation & Devotional Dance

- Learn Empowering Backpacking Skills

- Sacred Activism & Artivism Brainstorming & Support

- Daily breakfasts and dinners

- Airfare

- Airport bus or car rental

- Pre or after pilgrimage accommodations

- Lunch item costs (everyone will pack their own lunches so you have some of your favorite food items. Also, to learn how to gauge and pack food for backpacking!)

- Once you've signed up you'll be sent a "Liability Waiver" and "Terms and Conditions" documents for you to sign and return to: stephaniereneedossantos@gmail.com

- Before the journey by email you'll receive a "Backpacking Gear Check List", "Wilderness Safety Guidelines" and "Leave-No-Trace-Backpacking" information.

- Also, we'll connect with each person in-person, by Skype or phone to go over your gear and to field any questions prior to the pilgrimage.

- The first day of the trip we'll meet up at a designated spot and caravan to the trailhead together, with the option to also meet us at the trailhead.

Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage
Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage
4 days & 3 nights
"Experience the bliss and creative inspiration found in goddess yogic studies in Mother Nature" This is a journey of a lifetime, one that invites you into deep positive change and opens you to a reverence for All that Is. For there is nothing quite like sleeping upon Her earthen bed basking above at the endless expanse of the cosmos, drinking from Her glacial waters, and feeling Her varying breaths and Her summer sun on your skin. Come with us...we'll lead you on the path to all that She is, Her majesty, Her pure reality: You. She has the power to heal and open energy pathways like no other place can, as we explore yogic practices in the setting of their origin -- in Mother Nature You receive: - Instruction on the fundamentals of backpacking & how to set up a back country camp - Guidance into magical goddess-infused natural places - Intimate healing & expanding goddess-based teachings & yoga practices based on the ancient yoga lineage lines of nondual Shaiva/Shakta and Shaktism Tantra - Artistic guidance to create your own yantra meditation tool & earth altar to make and use back at home -Sacred activism/artivism support
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Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage

4 days & 3 nights

"Experience the bliss and creative inspiration found in goddess yogic studies in Mother Nature" This is a journey of a lifetime, one that invites you into deep positive change and opens you to a reverence for All that Is. For there is nothing quite like sleeping upon Her earthen bed basking above at the endless expanse of the cosmos, drinking from Her glacial waters, and feeling Her varying breaths and Her summer sun on your skin. Come with us...we'll lead you on the path to all that She is, Her majesty, Her pure reality: You. She has the power to heal and open energy pathways like no other place can, as we explore yogic practices in the setting of their origin -- in Mother Nature You receive: - Instruction on the fundamentals of backpacking & how to set up a back country camp - Guidance into magical goddess-infused natural places - Intimate healing & expanding goddess-based teachings & yoga practices based on the ancient yoga lineage lines of nondual Shaiva/Shakta and Shaktism Tantra - Artistic guidance to create your own yantra meditation tool & earth altar to make and use back at home -Sacred activism/artivism support

13 reviews

Stephanie teaches nondual Tantric wisdom. She’s known for creating sacred healing, creative-expressive and meditative spaces. Certified in Integrative and Kum Nye Yoga, and deity yoga of the nondual Shiva/Shakti and Shakta traditions. She holds a B.A in Studio Arts from Whitman College.She is part of the forthcoming anthology "When She Wake: Women's Stories of Awakening". She guides Mountain Shakti yoga backpacking pilgrimages around the world and is the creative of Ashram of Arts. Visit: www.mountainshakti.com

I knew I needed to go on this yatra when I first read about it. The journey was everything I’d hoped for and more. Stephanie and Ganga Devi provided a gentle introduction to navigating the cultural waters of India, and their embodied Devi wisdom permeated every aspect of the trip, from dance to yoga, sightseeing and train travel. Despite the group speaking two different languages (English and Portuguese), love permeated all interactions and I’ll always cherish the connections made. The sites visited were fantastic; yogini temples were 🔥🔥🔥. All in all it was amazing. Thank you Mountain Shakti and Ganga ❤️❤️❤️!

By Joanie C for 14 Day Embodying Devi: Yoga & Dance of Tantric Goddesses on Oct 26, 2024

I am so full of love and gratitude after this wilderness goddess backpacking retreat. Stephanie is a beautiful soul who is relatable, thoughtful and the best person to laugh with. I felt so seen by her and I learned much through her wisdom and teachings. During one of our morning mediations, as I opened my heart up to the wisdom of the Goddess Radha, quiet tears started pouring down my cheeks as clarity for something I haven’t understood about myself for decades was realized. I am so grateful for this. The mountains, the goddesses, the new friends, the backpacking, yoga, meditation, the views and good energy…all EPIC!

By Georgene P for 4 Day 2024 Wilderness Goddess: Yoga Backpacking Pilgrimage on Aug 15, 2024

Fantastic deep dive into Nepalese culture, yoga, meditation and the traditions of Dashain! I highly recommend for anyone looking to explore Nepal in a small, like-minded group with a knowledgeable and experienced guide. From learning about and honoring ancient spiritual traditions to hiking in the Himalayas, this is a trip of a lifetime!

By Heather B for 14 Day Himalayan Yogini: Cultural Backpacking Pilgrimage on Nov 01, 2023

I had a fantastic trip to India with Ganga and Stephanie. They took us to VERY special places that are off the yoga tourist path. Their Goddess teachings, dance, and yoga are soul deepening and realizing. They went above and beyond to keep us safe and comfortable during our stay. I'm so appreciative of them putting this trip together and sharing the love India has to offer. I met incredible women from all over the world and the friendships we formed with one another will last a lifetime.

By Hailly B for Embodying Devi: Yoga & Dance of Tantric Goddesses on Apr 14, 2020

Amazing experience with Stephanie and Ganga. Beautifully planned, unique programme of Pilgrimage, connecting to cultural heritage of India and Devi practices. Organisation was impeccable, we felt very supportive and taken care of. Enjoyed every moment.