Sangha by the Springs

A Pilgrimage Integration & Reset
on the Weeki Wachee River

February 3-6. 2027

The Healing Waters of Weeki Wachee

This three-night retreat is an invitation to come together again, slow down, and allow the beauty and magic of our past connections to continue unfolding in one of the most serene and mystical places on Earth.
Based at a beautiful vacation property nestled along the spring-fed waters of the Weeki Wachee River, we'll spend our days immersed in nature and the abundant wildlife that calls this remarkable place home.
We'll begin our mornings with a meditative paddle along the river, taking in the quiet beauty of our surroundings.

Along the way, we may encounter manatees, turtles, birds, fish, and lush tropical vegetation—this river is truly a hidden, sacred corner of the world teeming with life.
Returning to our home base by the water, there will be time to rest, shower, swim, and simply relax before gathering for meaningful conversation, personal reflection, and time to share more deeply with one another how our experience

in India continues to unfold in our daily lives.

Together, we'll enjoy hearty meals, laughter, and unstructured time to just be in one another's company.
As the day winds down, there will be opportunities for another peaceful paddle as well as a relaxed led yoga and meditation practice. Evening brings us together for dinner, chanting, and time around the fire to listen to the flying fish splash about,

and connect with each other and the river, beneath the stars.

On our final night, we'll venture onto the river for a special illuminated LED night paddle,

often one of the most memorable experiences of our time on the river.

The Weeki Wachee River was recognized by the Seminole Natives for it's sacred healing properties.

It is fed by two springs and remains 74 degrees year round.

It is home to many land, water and sea creatures, one being the ancient manatee.

The manatee as a totem reminds us to slow down, be present with our emotions,

trust the flow of life, and allow curiosity and open-heartedness to guide us. The river, having been recognized for milennia for it's healing properties, is where manatee and other ocean craetures come to breed, give birth, recupertae from illness and seek warmer, serene and sheltered waters when winter cools the ocean.

A Gathering of Sangha
This retreat is being offered first to participants of our 2026 India pilgrimage,

providing an opportunity to reconnect and nourish ourselves, together.

Any remaining spaces will be offered to friends who have attended previous India pilgrimages or Weeki Wachee retreats.

Three nights of immersion in nature, practice, reflection, friendship and sangha.

No paddle experience necessary!