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Spring Retreat at Chicot State Park

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Join us at beautiful Chicot State Park in cozy lakeside cabins for meditation, yoga, sound bathing, nature walks, journaling, and more.

What to Expect:

We will observe silence for the weekend except for designated times to allow for an immersion into the retreat experience. We will have various meditation practices sitting, walking, guided, and silent, as well as instruction, journaling, chanting, nature walks, yoga, and mindful eating. Lodging is in lakeside cabins with bunk-style rooms. We will have one cabin designated as the mediation hall and another cabin for meals.


Who is the Retreat Leader:

Lyndon Marcotte is an experienced retreat leader who has served for the past 15 years as the director of Cenla Meditation Group in Alexandria, LA, a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), and a Spiritual Caregiver in Hospice.


What To Bring:

  • At least one vegetarian dish or breakfast item. Tea, water, and coffee is provided.
  • Comfortable clothing. Shoes for nature walk if participating.
  • Bring a towel/washcloth just in case. Bedding is provided.
  • Yoga mats if participating in yoga. Meditation cushions will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own cushion if you prefer to use it.
  • Bring a journal and pen.
  • Donations for the retreat leader are optional and not included in the registration.


Parking:

Parking is limited to 2 vehicles per cabin. Car pooling is encouraged or park additional vehicles in available parking lots near the cabins within short walking distance.


How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email: Lyndon.Marcotte@icloud.com

How I register for the retreat?

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/renew-a-silent-meditation-retreat-tickets-1983149280884?aff=oddtdtcreator


Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Yes. Registration is non-refundable due to the limited time for registering, but you are welcome to send someone else in your place if you are unable to attend. Please notify by email who is taking your place.

Be Still & Know Retreat

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Saturday, February 29, 2020
Chicot State Park
9:00 am – 6:00 pm

A Lenten introduction to Contemplative Christian Spirituality for Seekers, Doubters, Rebels, and Ragamuffins. Together we will spend a day of prayer and silence exploring classic Christian practices such as: Celtic Daily Prayer, Centering Prayer, Prayer Walking, Chanting, Lectio Divina, and other disciplines. This is an ecumenical gathering of friends where all are welcome as they are, no one is excluded for any reason. This will be a silent retreat with dedicated times for discussion and sharing.

We will practice at the Chicot State Park Meeting Room on the secluded east side of Bayou Chicot Lake with meal provided and opportunities for afternoon hiking and evening campfire to close out the day. You are welcome to leave earlier in the day if needed.

Must register in advance through Eventbrite as space is limited. $40 registration includes meal. No additional registration fees. Cancellations allowed up to 7 days prior to the event.

Register Here