Loving Earth: A Reverence and Reciprocity Retreat
At Hastings Natural History Reservation
Carmel Valley, CA

We will gather at Hastings Natural History Reserve in upper Carmel Valley, CA on Sunday, February 27, 10 am - 2 pm (Pacific). Significant rain will cancel the retreat; a cancellation email will be sent by 8 a.m. on the morning of the retreat. If the retreat is canceled due to rain, an alternate retreat date will be scheduled.

Covid Guidelines for this Retreat:

Monterey Bay Meditation Studio is extremely mindful of the health, safety, and security of all participants in our in-person events. In order to provide a space that feels safe, secure, and easeful as best we can, we follow Monterey County and CDC Covid  guidelines and recommendations, as well as our own safety and procedures.

Vaccination: All teachers and participants must be fully vaccinated for Covid prior to participation in an in-person event. If not a participant is not “boosted,” proof of a negative PCR COVID test within 72 hours of the retreat is required. Bring proof of vaccination (and, if not “boosted,” proof of a negative PCR COVID test) to the retreat. Proof of vaccination and boosters or negative COVID test are required for participation in the retreat. 

Waiver Forms

⚠️ All guests are required to complete the COVID-19 Liability Waiver and the Outdoor Event Liability Waiver between 24-72 hours before the event. ⚠️

Directions

Access driving directions and the main gate code for Hastings Reserve here.

Carpooling

Carpooling is highly recommended. Here is a link for a Google Doc where you can make carpool arrangements.

What to Bring

  • Proof of vaccination (and, if not “boosted,” proof of a negative PCR COVID test)

  • 2 signed Waivers (COVID-19 and Liability Release), if you haven't already emailed or mailed them to me. There will be a couple more waivers from UC Hastings Natural History Reservation (basically the same information) when you arrive.

  • In service of reciprocity with Earth, we will be doing an eco-service project as part of the retreat. Please bring garden gloves if you have them.
    Mask

  • Hand sanitizer

  • Tissues

  • Clothing layers

  • Walking shoes (if there’s been a recent rain, wear rain boots or shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy)

  • If not wearing boots, socks that you can tuck your pants’ legs into as a tick shield

  • Plenty of water

  • Bag lunch, snacks

  • Journal & pen

  • Daypack to carry it all

  • Rain gear (if rainy or in forecast); sunscreen and sun hat (if sunny)

  • Optional: lightweight camp chair (you will carry it)

My Contact Info on the Day of the Retreat (bring this with you in case you need it en route)

Email: mrowe@pacbell.net
Cell phone reception at Hastings is very spotty for AT&T service and does not work at all for my phone.
Please send an email if you need to contact me. Please note that after 9:45 a.m. on the day of the retreat, I will not be checking for emails.

Marianne Rowe is a Founding Teacher of Monterey Bay Meditation Studio, a Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, Ecotherapist, Authentic Relating Facilitator, and Certified California Naturalist, who focuses on healing and transformation through awareness and connection. Read more.