Shamanic retreat in North Karelia 5.-12.8.2023

Welcome to join a shamanic retreat in North Karelia in Finland guided by a local native shamanic guide and retreat teacher. Shamanism is the ancient spiritual-cultural practice of the Finnish people, which still exists as the roots of the land, in its mythologies, and in ways of connecting with nature. By experiencing the beauty of this land in its cultural depth and sensual connection in its natural elements, you will have an enriching perspective to life that will benefit you also at your home land.

PROGRAM
DAY 1:
Arrivals. Transfer from Joensuu railway station or airport. Getting to know the surroundings and participants.
Dinner

DAY 2:
-First sharing Circle. Introduction and guidance to natural meditation.
-Guided tour in local nature: Finding the natural power places and connecting with nature.
-Preparing for the sauna by connecting to the local trees and preparing our herbs for the sauna: Learn about the Finnish herbs and trees for the sauna.

DAY 3:
-Nature meditations outdoors. Deepening our connection with the natural elements and with the power of this land.
-Shamanic journey for ancestral wisdom with a traditional drum by Helena

DAY 4:
-Lecture on Finnish shamanism and North Karelian traditions by Helena Karhu.
-Tour in Finnish nature (possibly by kayaks, canoes or rowing boats by the waters)

DAY 5:
-Morning meditation.
-Lecture on Finnish shamanism and North Karelian traditions by Helena Karhu.
Guided tour in local nature: Finding the natural power places and connecting with nature.
-Evening circle and meditation

DAY 6:
-Shamanic practices outdoors guided by Helena
-Guided tour in local nature: Finding the natural power places and connecting with nature.
-Closing ceremony for our retreat time together

DAY 7:
-Departures