ORIENTATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS UNLESS YOU HAVE MADE PRIOR SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS. The retreat begins Friday night at 6:30pm and continues to Sunday 4pm. Orientation is Friday night at 8:00 p.m. Those who wish to sit only one day may participate as arranged at registration time. The retreat consists of morning bows, chanting, sitting and walking meditation, formal meals, and rest breaks. The visiting Zen Master or JDPSN will give kong-an interviews. Vegetarian meals are provided. Please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary needs or other special needs.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS: Everyone is welcome and encouraged to stay overnight Friday and Saturday nights (no extra fee). Staying overnight helps maintain a continuity to your practice during the retreat, but is not required.

WHAT TO BRING TO THE RETREAT:

• Four bowls that nest into each other, clean wash cloth, cloth napkin big enough to wrap around the bowls.
• One spoon and one set of chopsticks.
• Loose, comfortable clothing.
• A warm layer in case the room is cool (adjustability is good; bows work up a sweat, sitting is low activity).
• A zafu, sitting bench, firm pillow, or rolled blanket to sit on.
• A sitting mat or blanket to cushion you from the floor.
• Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, pillow, towel, and personal toiletries if you plan to stay overnight.

PLEASE SEND IN YOUR REGISTRATION AND DEPOSIT 1 WEEKS PRIOR TO RESERVE A SPACE.

FEE SCHEDULE:

	Full Retreat	1 day	half day
Non-members	$180	$140	$100
Kwan Um School of Zen members	$160	$120	$80
Student Rates	$90	$70	$50

• Because food purchases need to be carefully planned, a $35 non-refundable deposit is due with registration.
• Please register 1 weeks prior to the retreat to avoid a $10 late fee.
• No one will be turned away for lack of financial resources.