A Heart of
Strength
Weekend Lake Retreat
Nov 8 - 10
at Lake George
Discover powerful meditations for a heart of strength and love at this guided weekend meditation retreat on the shores of Lake George just outside Bungendore.
Only an hour’s drive from Canberra is this peaceful refuge that feels a world away.
The meditations: Buddhist nun Kelsang Dana will guide us through meditations on pure love.
Accommodation: With comfortable air-conditioned rooms (single and twin) and a light-filled meditation room, this is the perfect spot for retreat. You can also camp in the orchard, or just join us for the day on Saturday.
Timetable: Starting with an introduction on Friday evening, we will be guided in powerful meditations on Buddha’s quintessential wisdom by Resident Teacher, Buddhist nun Kelsang Dana.
Guided meditation retreat sessions will be one hour long, and run between 9am and 6.30pm on Saturday, and also on Sunday morning, finishing with lunch.
There will be ample time to enjoy the place, walk and relax – and your meals will be fully catered with our favourite home-cooked vegetarian & vegan recipes.
When
Fri 8 Nov dinner & meditation
Sat 9 Nov Sessions 9-10am | 11am-12pm | 3.30-4.30pm | 5-6pm
Sun 10 Nov Sessions 9-10am | 11am-12pm
Ends with Sunday lunch
Option to come for Saturday only
Where
This tranquil place is on the shores of Lake George and has been a place of refuge and for contemplation for decades.
Purpose-built retreat accommodation is single or twin rooms with shared bathrooms.
Or camp in the nearby orchard.
Seating is on chairs.
Cost
Single Room: $430
Twin Share: $360 per person
Camping: $230 includes all meals & refreshments
Saturday Only: $100 includes lunch & refreshments
Saturday Only Members: $40 includes lunch, refreshments & venue day fee
The Teacher
Resident Teacher and Buddhist nun Kelsang Dana will guide this retreat. Dana has been teaching Buddhist meditation for 12 years. Through her joyful and loving aspect, she is able to communicate the essential points of meditation and Buddhism in a practical way that makes people feel confident, uplifted and encouraged.
Contact Us
Telephone 0477 044 607
Email info@meditateincanberra.org