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Art and Our Inner Wilderness: There is much concern in our times about wilderness preservation, reclamation and management. The effects of technological devastation are well-documented. Activists are striving mightily to heal the damages and change our behavior. However, not much attention is paid to the idea that the ailments apparent in the ecosystem are a reflection of estrangement, dissociation and exploitation of our own inner nature.  Consider a return to the point of departure from intimate rapport with the un-adulterated world of our early childhood stages of development. View excerpts from the film Rivers and Tides and discuss the work and understanding of the Scottish artist, Andy Goldsworthy, who shows us that the creative processes of art-making can be reclaimed from objective identity and ego. Consider the opportunities basin and range offer for healing the seeming separation within.

Presented by Adrienne Joy.

Monday, 1:30 – 3:00 PM


 

Celebrations, Ceremonies and Rituals: Seminar participants are invited to share specific, personal tools and practices  that they use regularly to enhance or sustain their mental, physical and spiritual health.. These might include affirmations, visualization, exercises, mantras, feng shui, personal celebrations, etc. Presenters will briefly discuss their practices and/or set up a display with the items used. This class will give attendees the opportunity to share as well as receive techniques that have not been dealt with in previous classes.

Presented by Jane Murray and Susan Wetmore.

Thursday, 7:00 - 7:30 PM.

 

 


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Conscious Breathing: Our morning sessions of Conscious Breathing will feature samplings of breathing techniques used in focusing attention and attuning to our own inner higher levels of consciousness. The aim of our daily practice will be to prepare for concentration and attention to higher frequencies as we move through the rest of our day.

Presented by Marj Coffman.

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM, followed by Tai Chi for Better Balance.

 

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Conscious Showering: We shower frequently, so why not make this a routine healing experience? Clean your ‘body’ inside and out! Learn how to renew or maintain your health and stay grounded. No more cold feet! Lynne Hoffman will demonstrate the technique during a hot summer afternoon on the lawn with willing participants. Come just to observe, or come dressed to get soaking wet. If you already practice Conscious Showering, come to share your experiences with it.

Presented by Lynne Hoffman.

Monday, 3:30 – 5:00 PM

 

 

 

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The Future of Food is a groundbreaking documentary film released in 2004. It distills the complex technology and consumer issues surrounding the troubling changes happening in the food system today—genetically engineered foods, patenting, and the corporatization of food---into terms the average person can easily understand. It empowers consumers to understand the consequences of their food choices on our future. Note: There will be NO FEE for this session.

Sponsored by Tracy Magie and Robert Cozzie.

Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:30 PM

 

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Groovefest: Feel like dancing or listening to live music to close your seminar week?  Attend the 8th annual Groovefest American Music Festival in Cedar City, Utah.  The festival (2 ½ hour drive from Baker) is free and is conveniently located in Cedar City’s downtown park.  Food booths and many arts and crafts booths will also be featured.  Many varieties of music including folk, jazz, country and rock are performed by individuals and groups from all over the country.  The event starts at 11 a.m. and music is performed continuously until after dark.  Folks might want to catch the event on their way home from the seminar at Home Farm, or carpools will be provided for those wishing to return to Home Farm. Since the festival continues on Sunday some folks might want to make arrangements to spend the night.

Sponsored by Jane Murray.

All day Saturday, June 26th.

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Healing the Earth: The soil underneath our feet is a vast living organism. To be able to nourish us, it too must be fed and cared for. Vitvan advocated the methods of Rudolf Steiner, the Biodynamic system, and even postulated its use at Home Farm in his admonitions to the board of directors. This class will outline the forgotten steps to bring this sacred landscape back.
Presented by Dan Hathaway.
Tuesday, 3:30 - 5:00 PM


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Healing Through Meditation: You can heal yourself with meditation. You can heal others with meditation. Learn some techniques to enhance your prayer and meditation. Consider some alternatives that work wonders.

Presented by Lynne Hoffman.

Thursday, 7:30 PM

 

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Healing Vibrations: This class will explore the fundamentals of sacred sound from ancient Pythagorean Monochord through the Golden Mean Harmonies, chanting, hymns, and the healing effects of music.
Presented by Daniel Hathaway.
Friday, 1:30 - 3:00 PM

 

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Herbology: Hear nutritional, herbal and supplement ideas for healthy immune system support. Being a caregiver to a sick spouse for 19 years, Sharla Casper will share her experience on how she used alternative medicine to bring him through 3 life-threatening illnesses.

Presented by Sharla Casper.

Thursday, 1:30 - 3:00 PM.

 

 


 

Homeopathy, Bach Flower Remedies & More: An introduction to Homeopathy, Bach flower remedies and foods that affect our energy. Learn about hidden toxins in our food and home. Learn what choices you have in providing a healthy, non-toxic environment for you and your family.

Taught by Tracy L. Magie, D.C.

Wednesday, 3:30 – 5:00 PM


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Introduction to Chinese Medicine with Workshop: An Introduction to Chinese Medicine with emphasis on specific acupuncture points for headache, back pain, neck pain, fatigue, body aches and allergenic reactions.

Taught by Robert Cozzie, L. Ac., Diplomat in Acupuncture.

Wednesday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

 


 

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Introduction to Muscle Testing: Learn the basics of muscle testing and how this invaluable tool can help you determine what allergies, food sensitivities and toxins there are in your environment. Learn about ancient acupuncture points that become active when your body/mind is in reaction to your surroundings and what to do about it.

Taught by Robert Cozzie, L.Ac.,  Tracy Magie, D.C., and Lynne Hoffman.

Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM





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Massage & Body Work: Most people do not have to suffer pain. Learn about Myotherapy, or Trigger Points (based on the book Pain Erasure by Bonnie Prudden), Cupping Therapy, and the benefits of massage on the body systems. I'll include an introduction to my favorite essential oils and how they complement massage.

Presented by Jenny Hamilton.

Thursday, 3:30 - 5:00 PM.

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Meditation: Jim Dalton will lead us into Meditation each evening, with short dharma talks on Loving Kindness, Compassion, Sympathetic Joy, and Equanimity.

Presented by Jim Dalton.

8:00 PM each evening, (except Tuesday at 8:30 PM).

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Meditation Fundamentals: Cultivating Relaxation and Clarity: Learning to rest in the Power-to-be-conscious; learning to work with glimpses of clarity; simple steps to deeper awareness.

Presented by Jim Dalton.

Monday, 7:30 PM

 

 

 

 

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Mount Wheeler Magic: Hike near the top of the mountain that defines the landscape at Home Farm. Experience the serenity of the heights, the ageless bristlecone pines, and the incredible views. A great way to round out your seminar week.

Led by David Cochrane

All day Staturday, June 26th.

 

 

 


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 ‘New’ Paradigms: Confidence in the capabilities of modern medicine is dwindling. Since the 1990s the use of traditional medicine has surged in many developed and developing countries. Why is that? What are the alternatives, ancient and modern? Why do they work? Hear about the perspectives of several teachers, healers and spiritual leaders. Empower yourself with some great ideas. Take your health into your own hands, literally and figuratively. Be open to new perceptions about health and wellness.

Presented by Lynne Hoffman.

Monday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

 

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Polishing Our AUM:

Presented by Marj Coffman.

Wednesday, 7 PM.

 

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Potpourri: The last seminar morning class will feature people with experience in modalities of healing not yet discussed during the week.

Presenters:

Linda Hildred on Access Consciousness

Kathryn Angel McKee on John of God

and others.

Friday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

                                 

Access Consciousness: Linda always remembers Vitvan repeatedly saying he was painting with a broad brush. She loved the courses on Functional Activities and the small book Healing Technic. Her journey has recently led her back to asking questions that she now realizes originally lead her to Vitvan. What if it is possible to change anything that is not working in your life by asking questions and using a simple energy modality to integrate the changes into your body? What if your body was more conscious than you? What if your body was your best friend? Linda has been experiencing phenomenal change in her life and watching it in others this last year. Come join her in exploration and laughter, as she introduces us to Access Consciousness and Bars.

Presenter: Linda Hildred

Friday, 9:30 AM, during Potpourri class.

 

 

John of God: John of God is a Brazilian psychic surgeon and medium/healer who has been healing people since he was 16 years old. He is now in his mid 60's. He works with spirit guides.  His treatments are free of charge.  In 2007 Kathryn and her late husband Bob went to Brazil where John completely cured his inoperable brain cancer, as later verified by his American doctors. When we were there John of God saw over 300 people a day.

Presenter: Kathryn Angel

Friday, 9:30 AM, during Potpourri class.

Google "John of God".

 

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Solstice Celebration: Summer Solstice is a time that has been celebrated in many civilizations. Celebrate with us! The Solstice is a time of thankfulness for gifts of the past year. It is also a time of prayers for the coming year. The Solstice Celebration will be drawn to a close with a Summer Solstice Meditation.

Presented by Jane Murray and Susan Wetmore.

Friday, 7:30 PM

 

 

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Synthesis: Is there a core theme at the root of the ‘New’ Paradigms that were presented during seminar? Let’s get together and talk about what happened this week. What really struck you? Which presentation had a great impact for you? How will your practices be different after seminar?  Synthesize your seminar experiences, enhancing and reinforcing what you will take home.

Open discussion led by Lynne Hoffman.

Friday, 3:30 – 5:00 PM

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Tai Chi for Better Balance: Enjoy easy warm-ups (QiGong) with 8 basic Tai Chi moves (learn two new moves a day). Incorporate traditional Yang style movements into an easily accessible program that calms the mind, energizes the body and increases body awareness and mindfulness. Based on traditional forms, and designed for newbies.

Presented by Jim Dalton.

Monday-Friday, right after Conscious Breathing at 7:00 AM.

 



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Thai Yoga: Massage & Foot Reflexology: Thai Yoga is a centuries old practice that is gaining large scale popularity in the United States. Its origins date back  thousands of years to the Southeast Asian country of Thailand. The typical western massage focuses mostly on the external body. The goal of Thai yoga is to treat the whole person in their entirety and restore the client to a state of balance. Thai yoga combines gentle yoga stretching with acupressure over the zen lines or meridians which releases tendons, muscles and chi.

The benefits of Thai Yoga and/or reflexology can be significant and wide ranging. Not only do you feel instant relaxation and relief from stress and muscle pain, over time you can expect an enhanced immune system, improved mood, a general increase in energy and detoxification of the internal organs.

Jody will explain and demonstrate her methods.

Presented by Jody Horton.

Wednesday, 1:30 – 3:00 PM

 

 

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Time Alone in Nature: Having viewed, discussed and pondered how the film “Rivers and Tides” calls us to return to a state of innocence, in which we rediscover the subtle wonders of nature, spend an hour or so alone in “The Bush” and hills that surround Home Farm. Deeply notice what small natural artifacts attract the eye. Collect a few and return to the meeting place where copy stand and cameras will be available for macrophotos. These will assist in the process of non-objective seeing that leads to inner discovery – to seeing what is not merely an image-appearing-substantive, the key to making art. What attracts your eye may relate to qualities of color, form, texture, intricacy, simplicity, strangeness… A primary principle of the creative process in the visual arts is notice what attracts your eye for no ‘good’ reason. Recall the world view of a child in harmony with the Mother.

Presented by Adrienne Joy.

Thursday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM

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Transitions: Are You Ready?   "Death need not be a tragedy."  What are some of the options we have for our end of life care?

When might we begin to make those decisions? Why do we make these plans? For whom? Who can help us with this process? Val will lead our discussion about these preparations.

Presented by Val Taylor.

Tuesday, 1:30 – 3:00 PM