Workshops and Events
Monthly New and Full Moon Events
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
September events
,September 10, Full Moon
September 22, Fall Equinox Ceremony
see full 2022 monthly Schedules and descriptions below
Special September Event
for 12 Women
3 slots left open to local participants
see details below for this special offer
Embody Awakening
An Enlightened Embodiment Retreat
at
The Sanctuary at Natures's Gate
September 28 - October 2nd
Are you ready to fully immerse yourself in the creative process
of inquiry into your true nature?
The Sanctuary at Nature's Gate is awaiting your arrival.
Enter into the Sacred Land
The Sanctuary at Nature's Gate welcomes you into the Heart of Beingness
Be surrounded by crystal clear energies
returning "home" to your true nature.
Elandara and Jayaprabha will be your guides throughout this
retreat, offering a refined style of enlightenment inquiry
that takes you into the nature of your being on the land and
inquiry through walking contemplation, creative expression,
silence and the joy of living your most authentic Self.
Let's take the next step into
Embodying Awakening!
Who Am I?
Why am I here?
What is my purpose?
The Sanctuary at Nature's Gate is an exquisite 80-acre property in upstate New York.
When you arrive, a deep sense of peace and being home surrounds you.
This amazing land will embrace, nurture and teach you as you enter into your discovery.
Immerse yourself into the unknown
and allow the deepest part of your being to reveal itself.
Gently guided embodiment practices such as Transformational Movement, Yoga, Art, Music, Writing,
Song and Dance open your hearts and enliven your soul.
Accommodations vary from indoor shared rooms (limited to first registrants), rustic dorm-style beds
or outdoor camping (bring your own gear).
This residential retreat is limited to a total of 12 participants
It has been designed for you to maintain intimacy
and to support your personal growth.
Dates/ times
Wednesday, August 28 ~ 2-4pm arrival
Sunday, October 2nd ~ 1:00pm departure
Pricing And registration $750
Special event pricing of $600 for (3) local participants
who are commuting daily to the events. Includes lunch & dinner
Register NOW
Includes all meals, accommodations, and events.
To register, contact Elandara
860-543-3302 cell
518-531-4592 landline
Send full payment to Elandara
to secure your registration.
prior to arrival.
To view more photos of the location, visit the Nature's Gate website below:
https://www.thesanctuaryatnaturesgate.org
Read our Refund Policy at the bottom of the page
Fall Equinox Pot Luck Gathering and Ceremony
Thursday, September 22 from 6:00 - 8:30
6:00 - 7:00 Pot Luck
7:00 - 8:30 Equinox Fire Circle Ceremony
Join us for our annual Fall Equinox Gathering to celebrate the changing season, community, and balance. Equinox energies represent a time of balance of equal day ~ equal night. This is a time to recenter, to balance and to celebrate together in community. Here in the Northeast, we celebrate the cornucopia of the harvest. This represents not only the fall harvest of crops, but what we have cultivated and grown within ourselves as individuals and within our community. Each of these qualities are different for each one of us and we honor our differences and celebrate one another with a full heart.
We will share a nourishing vegetarian pot luck and then processional to the fire circle. Bring a drum, rattle or borrow one of ours.
If you are unable to join us for the pot luck, please arrive before 7:00 to join us for the Ceremonial Fire.
RSVP required ~ guests are invited
New and Full Moon Events
Equinox and Solstice Ceremonies
2022 Schedule ~ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 27, New Moon
September 10, Full Moon
September 22, Fall Equinox
October 9, Full Moon
October 25, New Moon
November 8, Full Moon
November 25, New Moon
December 7, Full Moon
December 21, Winter Solstice
December 28, New Moon
New and Full Moon Events ~ description
Each moon cycle has its unique quality that aids us in harmonizing with the natural rhythms and cycles of the earth mother as we all heal and grow together. The circle is led by Elandara who welcomes all participants to open their hears as we call in and create the opening circle. While gathering around the Sacred Fire, we participate in deep listening and focus our attention on the particular qualities of each moon cycle. We follow a sacred Native American tradition of "passing the talking stick."t This is a sacred way of deep listening, receiving and sharing the truth that comes from within. We respect the voices of those who share in the circle without commenting or correcting. This creates a sacred and safe place to speak for all who come. There is no "cross talk " or dialogue about "right and wrong". This creates a safe space for each person to share openly with out judgement or expectation.
Elandara facilitates this circle and is guided by the greater consciousness throughout the circle. She leads the group in a guided drum journey where messages are received and gifts are given to each one participating. Every circle is unique and is created by the those who come to participate. It is a magical time to allow guidance to come through for balance, inspiration and growth.
You are invited to bring a drum, a rattle or sacred object for the altar. We have some instruments you may use if you do not have one to bring. During the warm months, our gatherings are held outside. Our circles move indoors around the wood stove when it gets colder.
Invitations to join in these sacred circles are sent out for each of the individual gatherings.
Guests are welcome ~
A requested donation of $20 helps support the ongoing activities at Nature's Gate. (pay "at the door", via Venmo, or by check made payable to "Elandara Anderson")
RSVP so we can set up the circle:
860-543-3302 mobile
In Person Customized Retreats with Elandara
at The sanctuary at Natures Gate
Elandara is here to support you and explore the most opportune personal retreat and receive support for your awakening consciousness. We can set up a phone call or a zoom chat and create your own personalized retreat.
Are you needing renewal? Do you feel stuck? Looking for time and space for your spiritual and personal growth? Natures Gate Retreat Center is the perfect place for you. Elandara will work with you to provide a customized retreat to suit your needs. Combining intuitive counseling, hands on angelic healing, flower essence consultations and customized formulas, and the gentle love and nurturing guidance of a masterful teacher and healer.
Detailed description of services offered by Elandara see:
Healing Arts and Products link.
Learn more about The Sanctuary at Nature's Gate
Refund Policy
Once you have sent your money, you are agreeing to a commitment of attending one of our retreats. We are holding space for you and grateful for your contribution that allows us to run these events, and offer our services. Your money is nonrefundable and non transferable to other retreats or services. We greatly appreciate your understanding of this policy and we look forward to your participation.