Looking to spend your Christmas or the New Year’s Day at a peaceful place?

Then join us for a quiet day-retreat in the tranquil surrounds of Santi Forest Monastery.

We are offering 2 separate day retreats on Sunday the 25^th of December 2024 and on Sunday the 1^st of January 2025.

These events are free of charge. You are invited to bring a plate of food to share.

Fewness of Wishes – 25^th December 2024

9.00 am – 9.30 am – Arrival and settling in
9.30 am – 10.30 am – Guided meditation
10.30 am – 11.00 am – Walking meditation 
11.00 am – 12.30 pm – Lunch
12.30 pm – 1.30 pm – Dhamma talk – Fewness of Wishes
1.30 pm – 3.00 pm – Walk to the Big Cave. Guided Meditation
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm – Q&A session with a cuppa
4.30 pm Sharing of merits and end of the day 

At Peace – 1^st January 2025

9.00 am – 9.30 am – Arrival and settling in
9.30 am – 10.30 am – Guided meditation
10.30 am – 11.00 am – Walking meditation 
11.00 am – 12.30 pm – Lunch
12.30 pm – 1.30 pm – Dhamma talk – At Peace
1.30 pm – 3.00 pm – Walk to the Big Cave. Guided Meditation
3.00 pm – 4.30 pm – Q&A session with a cuppa
4.30 pm Sharing of merits and end of the day 

What to bring – Good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, warm clothing (Southern Highlands is always a few degrees cooler). 

Meditation mats, cushions, stools and chairs are provided

This event is free of charge. Hot and cold drinks will be provided. You are invited to bring a plate of food to share.

Location

Santi Forest Monastery
100 Coalmines Rd, Bundanoon, NSW

Accessibility:

• The meditation hall is upstairs. Access to the Big Cave is a 10-15 minute walk on gravel.
• There is no public transport for this event.