Earthlands Program and Retreat Center

Welcome to Earthlands, a Program and Retreat Center located in rural Petersham, Massachusetts. We are pleased to host a variety of programming that promotes living and learning in harmony with the earth and all life while living lightly, creatively and lovingly as global ecological citizens. Our center is off-grid on approximately 180 acres of meadows and forest where we practice permaculture, alternative building and promote sustainable living.

The programs and services offered here support groups and individual program participants in the deepening of self and their ecological understanding so all may evolve into well-informed and empowered Planetary Citizens who create positive change for the Earth and all inhabitants. We offer a safe and supportive setting for retreat, relaxation and renewal. Please see our calendar for upcoming programs and review our program services page to schedule your own workshop or event.

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS!

DAUGHTERS OF THE EARTH with ALisa Starkwether August 4-8
It is time for the women to gather on the land for council, celebration and pure fortitude for the times we live in. There are many beloved teachers, artists, drummers and ceremonialists joining us. To register visit ALisa's website .

EARTHSTORY August 9-15
Celebrate your connection to Earth and each other at this annual gathering. Share your Earth stroy, participate in workshops and enjoy the beautiful land at Earthlands.
To register go to the Earthstory site.

Medicine Making Workshop with Tommy Priester August 17
Learn to make medicine from medicinal herbs in this hands-on workshop. We will first go on a plant journey, collect wild herbs during a walk on the land and then practice medicine making such as tinctures. Fee Per Workshop: Sliding scale $60-80/day.
To learn more visit Tommy's website . To register contact office@earthlands.org

FOREST MEDITATION with Chris Crotty, August 21
This program combines Buddhist and indigenous teachings with instructions in shamatha and vipassana meditation. Open to all levels and experience, the program will offer support to those new to meditation and will provide opportunities for those with experience to expand and deepen their practice. For Registration and Information contact: info@universityofthewild.org

FORESTDANCE September 1-7
The Forestdance sacred fire circle experience is a co-creative, all night, eclectic spiritual ritual in which a safe art and sharing space is developed around a fire.
To register visit the ForestDance site.

The 8th Fire September 17-19
Come to this sacred event where through teachings, dance, music and celebration we work towards peace, unity and healing of the Earth. To learn more visit the 8th Fire website.
To learn more visit the 8th Fire Gathering site. To register email office@earthlands.org