Rites of Passage (707-537-1927) has announced the 2025 schedule for its Wilderness Quests, helping individuals of all cultures and walks of life find meaning and purpose by reconnecting with nature, practicing solitude, and engaging in deep self-reflection.
-- Inspired by the traditional vision quest, a rite of passage present in many Native American tribes, the Wilderness Quests have been designed to help participants achieve personal insights or clarity about their purpose in life. The nine-day retreats are suitable for people of all faiths and cultural backgrounds, with special quests available for men, women, and youths.
More information is available at https://wildernessquest.org/why-a-wilderness-quest/
By stepping away from their daily routines and everyday distractions, participants are able to focus on their emotions, fears, and dreams, and establish a deeper connection with the natural world and their inner selves.
“When we simply drift through life, we lose touch with a meaningful reason for being and connection to a larger purpose,” a representative for the company explained. “Our mission is to bring about a healed relationship between the human world and the natural world, as well as the healing of individual, family and cultural wounds.”
Each Wilderness Quest takes place at a remote, scenic location, such as the Inyo Mountains, the Death Valley National Park, and the Eastern Sierras. The program includes guided ceremonies, meditation, singing, journaling, and other practices to help participants confront their inner challenges.
The journey begins at a campground where the group bonds, learns about safety, and prepares for the solo experience - the most important part of the quest. Each participant will find a location where they will spend three days and three nights in solitude.
During the last night of the solo, they will build a circle of stones to represent their life and remain awake until dawn. This ceremony, known as the Night Vigil, symbolizes death and rebirth. Through deep reflection, participants will decide what they will bring into their new life, and what they will leave behind. After reuniting at base camp, they will share their experiences and insights with the group.
Participants describe the experience as “intensely moving”, “heart-opening”, and “challenging”. In their reviews, many highlight the inspiring and empathetic community, which, through sharing and reflection, helped them to integrate the lessons learned into everyday life.
“This Wilderness Quest experience is life-enriching beyond any retreat, conference or seminar I’ve attended. It is a transformation on many levels,” one participant said. “What a healthy way to tackle and embrace growth and healing on such a significant level.”
Interested parties can learn more about the experience and check the 2025 schedule at https://wildernessquest.org/why-a-wilderness-quest/
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Organization: Rites of Passage
Address: PO Box 8454, Bend, Oregon 97708, United States
Website: https://wildernessquest.org/
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