The focus of  this retreat is transforming any deeply held beliefs that are holding us back. As men we tend to push down certain feelings and emotions rather than express or discuss them. This retreat will help you open up your heart, identify your blocks and transform them into positive action through focused meditation and affirmation. 

Adding a sweat to this retreat will also help you cleanse physically and mentally, deepening your connection to Source.

From Syracuse: Rt. 81 South to Exit 12 (Cortland.) Rt. 281 South to Rt. 13 then south to Ithaca. Follow signs for Rt. 96B (Ithaca College), then follow the directions above.

From Rochester: Take the thruway to Exit 42. Take Rt. 96 south to Waterloo; continue on 96 to Ithaca. Follow the signs for 96B (Ithaca College) then follow the directions above

From Elmira or Binghamton: Take Rt. 17 to Exit 64 (Owego). Then take Rt. 96 North to Candor. In Candor, get on Rt. 96B and continue north approximately 12 miles to South Danby Road (about 5 miles past Willseyville.) Turn left onto South Danby Road; go 2.4 miles, then left on Peter Road. Continue 1.1 miles and Nature's Song is on the right.

Retreats November 10'

Intention & the Positive Mind
(Part two of a three part series)

Lead by Jonathan Meyerhoff & Norm Pure








Payment and Registration

You must register for the retreat by no later than Monday, November 10th 2008. 

Please make checks payable to Jonathan Meyerhoff.

Send checks or cash along with your name to:
Jonathan Meyerhoff
28 Michigan Hollow Rd
Spencer, NY 14883


Directions to Natures Song Retreat Center

From Syracuse: Rt. 81 South to Exit 12 (Cortland.) Rt. 281 South to Rt. 13 then south to Ithaca. Follow signs for Rt. 96B (Ithaca College), then follow the directions above.

From Rochester: Take the thruway to Exit 42. Take Rt. 96 south to Waterloo; continue on 96 to Ithaca. Follow the signs for 96B (Ithaca College) then follow the directions above

From Elmira or Binghamton: Take Rt. 17 to Exit 64 (Owego). Then take Rt. 96 North to Candor. In Candor, get on Rt. 96B and continue north approximately 12 miles to South Danby Road (about 5 miles past Willseyville.) Turn left onto South Danby Road; go 2.4 miles, then left on Peter Road. Continue 1.1 miles and Nature's Song is on the right.

You can also visit www.naturessongretreat.com 
for directions and a description of the facilities.

Retreats November 09'

The National Coalition Building Institute

with support from RIT

is pleased to offer a workshop for Men

 

“Searching for a ‘Healthy’ Masculinity: from

Stereotype to Possibility”

 

As men, we are increasingly challenged by changing roles, expectations and times. The old “rules of masculinity, power and privilege” diminish all of us. They blind us from the systemic roots of oppression and from our true nature as caring, compassionate human beings. Join us as we envision a truly healthy masculinity and develop strategies, both personal and collective, to make this happen.

 

Presenters:              Stanley Byrd, Human Resources Manager, Multicultural Affairs

                                                             And Inclusion, University of Rochester

                                          Steven Jarose, Director, NCBI Rochester

                                          Rick Olanoff, NCBI Affiliate, Syracuse

 

Workshop Objectives:

              1.  Explore the many dimensions of what it means to be male in western society

2.  Create better understanding of the range of gender identity and expression

3.  Take action to bring us closer to one another and to women

 

Date:                            Wednesday, December 9th, 2009, 8:45am – 4:00pm

Morning refreshments & lunch provided.             

 

Place:              Rochester Institute of Technology Gordon Field House, 149 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623

                                                               

A parking pass may be obtained by stopping at the Visitors Information booth at the center of the campus, near the Student Union. 

 

FEE:                            $10-25 per person (sliding scale based on ability to pay)

Please register by Monday, December 7th

 

Cash or check. Make check payable to: NCBI Upstate NY

 

 

To Register contact Rick Olanoff (Syracuse) at (315) 435-5412  rickolanoff@ongov.net                     

            or Steve Jarose (Rochester) at (585) 263-3323 x238,  sjarose@ldagvi.org for details.

Retreats September 08'

Awareness
Lead by Jonathan Meyerhoff
& Norm Pure

Some of the activities will include:
>meditation coupled with some basic yoga
>physical team challenges
>the introduction of journaling as a process
>sharing nourishment (Yogi tea in the AM and a light lunch)
>group (circle) discussion

Where - Nature Song Retreat Center, Willseyville NY
When - Saturday September 13th - 9-5PM (Light breakfast and vegetarian lunch included)

Fee-$35 to $95 sliding scale fee – Space is limited so reserve early!

How to prepare for the retreat and what to bring:
>Please arrive by 8:30 to check in.
>Leave your worries and responsibilities at home!
>Please dress comfortably

What to bring:
-A pillow or blanket to sit on
-Water bottle
-Hiking shoes
-An open mind and open heart
-Bathing suit and towel

Payment and Registration

You must register for the retreat by no later than Monday, September 8th 2008.

Please make checks payable to Jonathan Meyerhoff.

Send checks or cash along with your name to:
Jonathan Meyerhoff
28 Michigan Hollow Rd
Spencer, NY 14883


Directions to Natures Song Retreat Center

From Ithaca: Nature's Song is just 20 minutes from downtown Ithaca. Follow Route 96B south, 7.8 miles past the entrance to Ithaca College. Then turn right onto South Danby Road; go 2.4 miles, then left on Peter Road. Continue 1.1 miles and Nature's Song is on the right.

You can also visit www.naturessongretreat.com
for directions and a description of the facilities.