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EVENTS THAT DEEPEN OUR CONNECTION TO COMMUNITY AND SPIRIT THROUGH TRADITIONAL WISDOM AND SELF DISCOVERY.
Workshops and Events
THE WILD ISLAND CENTER is a sanctuary of creative expression. We host events and facilitate workshops through the passing of traditional knowledge and the sharing of spiritual connection. Our programs are designed to encourage personal development, deepen nature connection, teach ancestral skills, and cultivate community. Our learning center encourages a sustainable vision for the future and nourishes our call for healthy connection and relationship. Our topics have included herbalism, food preservation, wild foods, primitive skills, permaculture, breath work, rites of passage, ceremony, acro yoga, ecstatic dance, womb wisdom, and homesteading basics.
Contact us at info@wildislandcenter.com for registration.
Love Your Wild Self: An Intentional Gathering
Join Us for Our Third Annual Love Your Wild Self Gathering held at The Wild Island Center on Mount Desert Island, Maine.
A Gathering to Connect with your Self in Community through: Yoga and Meditation, Dance and Breath Work, Cold and Heat Therapy, Nature Immersion, and Intentional Conversation.
Join Megan Leavitt from the Wild Island Center, Erin Paradis from Alpenflow Wellness, and Dan Tutor, DJ Fuzxy, for a transformative weekend of connection held at the gateway to Acadia National Park
This all inclusive retreat includes:
Accommodations
Seven Nutritious, Vegetarian Meals
Workshops
Live Music and Sound Bath by DJ Fuzxy
Guided Mediation and Yoga Classes
Cold Plunge and Somatic Experiencing
In Acadia National Park
Forest Ecstatic Dance
Join us for an Ecstatic Forest Dance with DJ Risin Son. Honor your wild with this outdoor dance opportunity. THIS EVENT IS FULL.
Contact Improv: Dance Class and Jam
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED DUE TO THE SNOW STORM! THE NEW DATE IS SATURDAY, MARCH 30th, 3-5pm!
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We look forward to welcoming you to our first:
Contact Improvisation Dance Class and Jam
Taught and Facilitated by Peter Heller
Join us at The Wild Island Center for a 1-hour dance class followed by an hour of open dancing, or βjammingβ as it is called. The class is appropriate for all levels of cont improv experience and will pay particular attention to the basics of the dance form: grounding in your own body, how to share weight and share a dance with a partner, and things like how to move from standing to the floor.
The jam is an opportunity to playfully practice what you learned and experiment with dancing as much as you like and/or watch others dance.
What is Contact Improv?
βContact improvisation is a form of improvised partner dancing that has been developing internationally since 1972. It involves the exploration of one's body in relationship to others by using the fundamentals of sharing weight, touch, and movement awareness. It has evolved into a broad global community of social dancing around "jams" characterized by their welcoming attitude towards newcomers to dance, as well as seasoned practitioners, and is often found overlapping with ecstatic dance communities".
Who is Peter Heller?
Peter lives on MDI, went to COA, runs a consulting company, and has always been dancing for fun. Contact Improv is one of his favorite things. For over 20 years, he has been going to jams, taking classes, attending retreats (Earthdance in MA and elsewhere), and he has taught beginner contact improv in Mexico.
REGISTRATION:
$20-$30 Sliding Scale Contribution to Support Our Visiting Teachers and Artists.
Email info@wildislandcenter.com for more information.
REGISTER HERE by sending your contribution via venmo to @Megan-Leavitt-6 AND SUBMITTING THIS FORM:
An Introduction to Herbal Preparations
Join us in the Wild Island Kitchen for an Introduction to Herbal Preparations workshop with Master Gardener and Community Herbalist, Megan Leavitt. We will discuss establishing medicinal gardens, harvesting methods, local healing plants, and ways to connect with thand craft herbal medicines to craft in the kitchen. We will discuss local, healing plants and ways to incorporate and establish connection with them. You will leave with the knowledge to make your own herbal infusions, decoctions, tinctures, and glycerites. All ring home the herbal products that we craft and A great beginning to your home apothecary, you will leave with the herbal products you craft, utilizing the plants you fee
Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ RISIN SON
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution to Support Visiting Artists. A live set with DJ Risin Son. Come as you are! Check out our available costume corner to add some fun to your evening! Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly.
Sexiii Church for Women
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The Wild Island Center is excited to announce Sexiii Church! Welcome to a Spiritual Path that loves Women!
Where your body, your emotions and your sensuality are celebrated as Sacred.
Guided Free Form Dance and Emotional Alchemy for Women with mystic and sacred embodiment expert, Tara Star Dancer.
Learn simple movements and vocalizations that express emotions to create the perfect elixir to digest, release, and alchemize the ups and downs of life into creativity and uncover your hidden passions for your Rich Life!
Access the infinite intelligence of your body and experience sensual embodied awakening.
Enjoy conscious let go and soulful turn on!
You can have the life of your deepest desires and live life as Art!
Come as you are. Up. Down. Grumpy. Frumpy. Overjoyed. Manic. Broken Hearted.
Leave overfilled with Radiance.
Scones and Tea provided by the Wild Island Kitchen.
January 28
February 14
11am-2pm (Doors close at 11:10am)
$30 in advance / $40 same day
Space is Limited
Register by sending your venmo payment to @Megan-Leavitt-6 (Last 4 of Phone: 3108) AND FILLING OUT THE FORM BELOW.
What to Wear? The ultimate goal of Sexiii Church is for you to awaken as the Source of Desire Herself - the Mystery - and live in cahoots with infinite creativity. So in that spirit, tap into what excites you. Joining in your pajamas and messy bun? Taking out that βOnly for specialβ fancy dress? A fairy costume? Jeans and t-shirt? A menβs suit? SC is a microcosm of the theatre of life so let yourself play!
With Tara Star Dancer, midwife to your transformation! Tara performed as an international belly dancer for 13 years, performing in over 1200 shows around the world. Tara uses the power of play, movement, and embodiment to uncover the bliss of existence often hidden under habits of the body and mind.
Sexiii Church for Women
SCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER!!
The Wild Island Center is excited to announce Sexiii Church! Welcome to a Spiritual Path that loves Women!
Where your body, your emotions and your sensuality are celebrated as Sacred.
Guided Free Form Dance and Emotional Alchemy for Women with mystic and sacred embodiment expert, Tara Star Dancer.
Learn simple movements and vocalizations that express emotions to create the perfect elixir to digest, release, and alchemize the ups and downs of life into creativity and uncover your hidden passions for your Rich Life!
Access the infinite intelligence of your body and experience sensual embodied awakening.
Enjoy conscious let go and soulful turn on!
You can have the life of your deepest desires and live life as Art!
Come as you are. Up. Down. Grumpy. Frumpy. Overjoyed. Manic. Broken Hearted.
Leave overfilled with Radiance.
Scones and Tea provided by the Wild Island Kitchen.
January 14
January 28
February 14
11am-2pm (Doors close at 11:10am)
$30 in advance / $40 same day
Space is Limited
Register by sending your venmo payment to @Megan-Leavitt-6 (Last 4 of Phone: 3108) AND FILLING OUT THE FORM BELOW.
What to Wear? The ultimate goal of Sexiii Church is for you to awaken as the Source of Desire Herself - the Mystery - and live in cahoots with infinite creativity. So in that spirit, tap into what excites you. Joining in your pajamas and messy bun? Taking out that βOnly for specialβ fancy dress? A fairy costume? Jeans and t-shirt? A menβs suit? SC is a microcosm of the theatre of life so let yourself play!
With Tara Star Dancer, midwife to your transformation! Tara performed as an international belly dancer for 13 years, performing in over 1200 shows around the world. Tara uses the power of play, movement, and embodiment to uncover the bliss of existence often hidden under habits of the body and mind.
Full Moon Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ RISIN SON
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution to Support Visiting Artists. A live set with DJ Risin Son. Come as you are! Check out our available costume corner to add some fun to your evening! Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly.
Email info@wildislandcenter.com for more information.
REGISTER HERE by sending your contribution via venmo to @Megan-Leavitt-6 AND SUBMITTING THIS FORM:
Winter Solstice Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ RISIN SON
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution. Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly. Email to Register.
For more information and registration email info@wildislandcenter.com
Sexiii Church, Dec 10th
Guided Free Form Dance and Emotional Alchemy for Women with mystic and sacred embodiment expert, Tara Star Dancer.
Sexiii Church- Nov 26th
Guided Free Form Dance and Emotional Alchemy for Women with mystic and sacred embodiment expert, Tara Star Dancer.
Love Your Wild Self: An Intentional Weekend.
Love Your Wild Self. A Gathering to Connect with your Self in Community through: Yoga and Meditation, Dance and Breath Work, Cold and Heat Therapy, Nature Immersion, and Intentional Conversation.
Soulful Sauna Build with Permatours
πΏπ¨ποΈ Discover Your Carpentry Passion In Acadia, Maine! π³ππ
Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey, enriching your carpentry skills and nourishing your soul?
It is with joy that we invite you to an empowering Introductory Carpentry Course hosted by Permatours, in partnership with the Wild Island Center!
Join us for the opportunity to learn about carpentry by building a sauna, guided by Noah Schoneberg, a master carpenter, with assistant instructors onsite to offer guidance and support to participants as well.
Beginners are welcome as our instructors will meet you where you're at, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive learning experience for everyone!
Weβll be working with wood sourced from the cedar trees that grow onsite, too!
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π±ππ§ββοΈ A Holistic Retreat in Nature's Embrace πΆπ
This event is designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Acadia, ME, you'll be invited to connect with nature, swim in the lake and ocean, indulge in healthy vegetarian meals, and participate in holistic workshops (i.e. yoga, breath work, cacao ceremony, ecstatic dance, etc). Stay tuned for our lineup of features.
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Stay tuned for our lineup of features sharing their gifts throughout the event.
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Get ready to dance the night away after enjoying pizza on Saturday night made and baked onsite in the Cobb Oven Permatours built at Wild Island Center a few years back!
On Sunday night, we'll enjoy another pizza party followed by a drum & song circle.
Nο»Ώote: Vegetarian meals are included. See schedule below for more info.
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Sliding Scale Pricing, Inclusivity at Heart π
We believe that everyone deserves the chance to participate, which is why we offer sliding scale pricing to accommodate varying financial capacities. Please choose the rate that feels right for you:
π Prosperity Rate: $1000 - for those who can afford to contribute more and support others.
π Equilibrium Rate: $800 - for those who can comfortably afford the standard rate.
π€ Inclusivity Rate / Rate for Locals: $600 - to make the event accessible to all.
ACCOMMODATIONS: If you would prefer to stay inside Wild Island Centerβs gorgeous bed and breakfast vs. camping out, thereβs the option to purchase housing accommodations as an add-on.
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π Scholarship Opportunities π
We understand that financial constraints can sometimes hinder participation, which is why we're offering a limited number of scholarships to support those in need. Please apply here: https://share.hsforms.com/1FS5P-byYSiawzwhqdYNHxg1fen9
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π² Work Trade Opportunities π©βπ³
Work trade opportunities are available for those who are interested in sharing their skills in exchange for a reduced ticket price. Please apply here: https://share.hsforms.com/1_ZW2Y4e8QbiR4cNuD-hALQ1fen9
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π Embrace the Carpenter Within! π§°
Whether you've always dreamed of being a builder or you're interested in learning how to build a sauna on your own property, this event will provide you with valuable skills to take with you on your journey post-event.
From collaborating around building a sauna to enjoying time connecting with nature, yourself, like-minded individuals, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Space is limited, so please secure your spot today!
We can't wait to welcome you to this unique and empowering event.
Let's make lasting memories together! πβ¨
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ποΈ Event Agenda:
π³ THURSDAY: Arrival & Orientation
1:00 PM - Arrive and Set Up Camp: Get ready to embark on this unique journey! Arrive at the stunning Wild Island Center, set up your camp, and meet your fellow participants.
3:00 PM - Property Tour: Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the location as we take you on a guided tour of the property, plus the nearby swimming spots.
4:00 PM - Project Overview & Safety Training: Prepare for the exciting days ahead with a comprehensive project overview and essential safety training. Feel free to ask any questions during the Q&A session.
5:30 PM - Site Prep & Other Preparations: Start gearing up for the carpentry adventure by preparing the site and gathering your tools.
7:00 PM - Dinner & Campfire Fun: Share a delicious dinner with your fellow participants around a cozy campfire. (Expect some campfire songs).
π FRIDAY: Building Begins
8:30 AM - Morning Practice: Start your day with rejuvenating yoga, breath work, or meditation, embracing the serenity of the morning.
9:30 AM - Breakfast: Savor a nutritious breakfast, fueling you for the exciting day ahead.
10:30 AM - Kickoff Build: Dive into the carpentry journey! Work together in groups and receive the support you need, depending on your comfort level and interests.
1:30 PM - Lunch: Take a break and enjoy a scrumptious lunch, refueling your energy.
2:30 PM - Continue Building: Immerse yourself in the carpentry project, witnessing your skills grow throughout the day.
5:30 PM - Other Programming: Engage in other activities or workshops during this leisure time.
6:30 PM - Dinner & Campfire Fun: Relish a delightful dinner while engaging in lively campfire activities.
π§±π₯ SATURDAY: More Building & Celebration
8:30 AM - Morning Practice: Kickstart your day with a morning practice, centering yourself amidst nature's tranquility.
9:30 AM - Breakfast: Savor a wholesome breakfast, preparing yourself for another day of carpentry and exploration.
10:30 AM - Building Continues: Delve back into the carpentry project, witnessing your progress unfold.
1:30 PM - Lunch: Recharge with a healthy lunch, taking a well-deserved break.
2:30 PM - Continue Building: Embrace the joy of carpentry and the sense of accomplishment as the project takes shape.
6:00 PM - Pizza Party & Celebration: Join us for a pizza party, open for locals to drop-in! Enjoy live DJ sets, dancing, entertainment, and more campfire fun.
ππ SUNDAY: Building, Celebration, & Farewell
8:30 AM - Morning Practice: Embrace the final day with a calming morning practice, appreciating the connections you've made and the skills you've learned.
9:30 AM - Breakfast: Share a heartfelt breakfast.
10:30 AM - Final Building Session: Make the most of your last building session, relishing the camaraderie and empowerment that comes with it.
1:30 PM - Lunch & Farewell: Enjoy a final lunch together.
2:30 PM - Last Build Session: Enjoy this final build session and opportunity to learn before we conclude the event with gratitude and reflections.
6:00 PM - Pizza Party & Celebration, including a drum and song circle, open to local drop-ins.
Note: Guests are invited to camp out Sunday night and leave Monday morning.
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About Permatours:
Permatours is a non-profit that brings people together to exchange skills and knowledge through permaculture action and natural build-focused educational events - supporting biodiversity, personal growth, & the resilience of local communities.
Having facilitated over 40 projects throughout the country in over 2 years time, Permatoursβ is a connective membrane in the vast ecosystem of community groups, environmental action networks, and educators - weaving together innovators, native land stewards, healers, permaculturists, teachers, creatives, and community centers - fostering a culture of learning, growth, authentic expression, and empowerment.
Learn more at www.permatours.org
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About Wild Island Center:
Wild Island Center s a catering kitchen and education center offering workshops and retreats that deepen connection to nature and spirit through creative expression, hands on learning, rites of passage, and community events. We keep culture alive.
Learn more at https://www.wildislandcenter.com/
Wο»Ώith Gratitude,
Pο»Ώermatours & Crew
Food and Beverage Fermentation with Darich Peres Reyes
Join us at The Wild Island Center for a two-day, hands on workshop with Darich Perez Reyes from The Wild Culture Kitchen!
Saturday, August 12th 11am-4pm and Sunday, August 13th 10am-2pm
Class and All Materials Provided Both Days: $165 Contribution.
Class and All Materials Provided Per Day: $90 Contribution.
Class Only Both Days: $120 Contribution.
Class Only Per Day: $65 Contribution.
Email INFO@WILDISLANDCENTER.COM to Register or MORE INFORMATION
New Light Ecstatic Dance
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution. Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly. Email to Register.
For more information and registration email info@wildislandcenter.com
Full Moon Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ RISIN SON
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution. Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly. Email to Register.
For more information and registration email info@wildislandcenter.com
Dreaming in Darkness: An Intentional Gathering for Women.
An intentional gathering for women.
Full Moon Ecstatic Dance w/ DJ RISIN SON FULL.
This event is FULL. We hope you can join us next time! Stay tuned for upcoming events!
$25-$35 Sliding Scale Contribution. Potluck Snacks to Follow. These events fill quickly. Email to Register.
For more information and registration email info@wildislandcenter.com
Dance Into Winter: An Intentional Dance Weekend. FULL
This Event is FULL. Stay tuned for more live music and movement events coming up.
A community collaboration at Wild Island Center in Mount Desert, Maine. This is a weekend full of dance, yoga, breath work, cold plunge, and pot luck style meals. Friday evening DJ Risin Son will be playing a Reiki Infused ecstatic dance. As the sun rises Saturday, DJ Fuxzy will be playing meditative sound bath to start the day. He will also be playing a set Saturday evening. Erin Paradis from Wild Rooted Wellness of Conway, New Hampshire will be guiding us through breath work, meditation and a yoga flow.
Love Your Wild Self: An Intentional Gathering FULL
An intentional gathering to connect with your self and others through:
Yoga and Meditation, DJ Dance Sets and Breath Work, Cold and Heat Therapy, Nature and Intentional Community.
This all inclusive retreat includes:
Accommodations
Five Nutritious Vegetarian Meals Catered by The Wild Island Kitchen
Workshops
Live Music and Sound Bath by DJ Fuzxy
Guided Mediation and Yoga Classes
Sauna and Cold Plunge
Hike in Acadia National Park
For more information email info@wildislandcenter.com
Approaching Addiction and Trauma with Herbal Tonics and Mindfulness Practices
We welcome you to a day-long intensive led by Earthwalk School of Herbal Tradition's director, Melanie Scofield. Together we will deepen our understanding of Trauma and Addictions and learn how the Herbalist can play a significant role in the recovery process. We will discuss herbal protocols and explore meditation and reflection practices that we can then offer to those on the path to recovery. This is a workshop for herbalists, or for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of natural protocols for working with trauma and addictions.
TO REGISTER or FOR MORE INFORMATION email info@wildislandcenter.com
Melanie Rose Scofield is a Rockport-based Herbalist and the director of the Earthwalk School of Herbal Traditions. Sheβs been in private practice since 2007 and has been leading Herbal Apprenticeships for 14 years. In recent years she has been focusing on how herbal medicine, psilocybin therapy, and mindfulness practices can have a significant role in the healing of trauma. To learn more or to set up a consultation, please visit earthwalkherbalschool.com
Womb Wisdom and Sweat Lodge
oin us Sunday, as we dive deeper into our exploration of the divine feminine. π
We will gather to learn about sacred sexuality, the archetypal warrior, anatomy, and how to access our innate power. We will practice womb centering, use movement, share our stories, witness and hold space for our sisters. π«
We will continue our sweat lodge teachings, sweat, and feast together.
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Arrive at 9:30am
10 am: Morning Circle
AM School of Womb Wisdom Teachings.
Potluck Light Lunch
1 PM: Light the Sacred Fire
Sweat Lodge
Potluck Feast
Late Afternoon Departure around 8:30pm
$75 Contribution for Full Day π
Love Your Wild Self
An intentional gathering hosted at Oak Hill Farm in Conway, New Hampshire.
Womb Wisdom and Sweat Lodge
Join us Sunday as we dive deeper into our exploration of the divine feminine. π
We will gather and learn more about sacred sexuality, the archetypal warrior, anatomy, and how to access our innate power. We will practice womb centering, use movement, share our stories, witness and hold space for our sisters. π«
We will continue our sweat lodge teachings, sweat, and feast together.
β€οΈπ₯β€οΈ
Arrive at 9:30am
10 am: Morning Circle
AM School of Womb Wisdom Teachings.
Potluck Light Lunch
1 PM: Light the Sacred Fire
Sweat Lodge
Potluck Feast
Late Afternoon Departure around 6pm
$75 Contribution for Full Day π