Oceans of Compassion: A Retreat In Service To The Earth

In conjunction with SOLVE’s Oregon Beach Cleanup activities, you’re invited to join the Zen Community of Oregon for a weekend CAMPING retreat at BEVERLY BEACH STATE PARK.

Take a weekend on the coast to connect with the Sangha. With a relaxed schedule and opportunity for socializing, there will be sitting times, Dharma talks, and practices to take with you into the clean-up.

We will share work practice together — cooking, set-up, clean-up — as a continued expression of care for each other and the Earth. We will focus on themes of Compassion, listening practice, our precious living earth and waters, and the Bodhisattvas who look after them.

When: Dinner Friday September 16th – Breakfast Sunday September 18th (you are welcome to come early on Thursday the 15th if you like, but be sure to bring your own food until Friday dinner)

The SOLVE Beach Cleanup will take place on Saturday September 17th from 10am – 1pm.

COST: $125 if registered by August 19  Late registration $150.  In addition you will need to reserve a tent site (or share) at the state park (see below). Campsites will fill up fast.

A $50 deposit holds your space in the retreat. No one is turned away for lack of funds. Scholarships are available by emailing registrar@zendust.org.

Deadline for registration September 2nd.

CAMPSITES: In addition, you must reserve your own campsite at Beverly Beach State Park. There are no yurts or cabins available.  Reserve your own campsite here.

BRING:

• Tent
• Sleeping Pad, Sleeping Bag, Pillow
• Layers of clothing,
• Comfortable shoes for beach cleanup
• Camp chair (optional)
• Toiletries
• Orioki set if you have one
• Water bottle
• Sitting supplies – your own cushion or bench.  There will be chairs on site.
• Bring a thick blanket or yoga mat to use as a Zabuton (the floor is hard)

Covid Rapid testing upon arrival (or prior to carpooling) is required. Please bring a rapid test. Your registration fees will be refunded if you have symptoms, test positive, or have been exposed prior to the retreat.

Questions about the retreat, email Kodo.Conover (at) gmail.com