Open Way Sanghas invite you to our Spring Family Retreat on Flathead Lake.

“Non-harming Lives in the Heart of My Heart:

Practicing in our daily lives to keep compassion alive in our families, our communities, and our society”

Spring Family Retreat with Michael Ciborski

April 30 - May 3

REGISTRATION OPENS…

Open Way Sanghas’ Community* registration opens on March 10th.

Registration for the General Public will open on March 15th.

*Open Way Community practices with OW local Montana sanghas and/or OW retreats.

If you are on our email list, you will receive a save-the-date notice.

Please contact owretreats@gmail.com to be added to our email list.

Pricing for registration:

Adults $ 475

Teen Program (ages 12-17) $385

Youth Program (ages 4-11) $220

Children under 3 are free

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE: Open Way Sangha offers scholarships of $50.00 per person. If you request a payment plan or an additional scholarship from your local sangha, please notify us at registration.

DANA/DONATION REQUEST: Dharma Teacher Dana (Generosity) By tradition, Dharma teachers do not charge for their services, and the retreat cost does not include teacher dana. Our teachers are here because of the generosity given to them from past retreatants. They will be able to continue to share their presence, experience, and wisdom into the future because of the dana gathered at this retreat. For regularly employed participants, we suggest $150, less if conditions are not favorable at this time and more is appreciated if conditions allow. Dana is not a requirement but is always greatly appreciated. You may include Dana with your registration payment, or there will be a Dana Box at the retreat for contributions. Family retreats: Children’s dana is a part of what the parent generously gives as dana.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations received BEFORE April 17th will be granted a full refund, less a $15 cancellation fee. If you cancel after April 17th you will receive NO refund because our numbers will have been turned in, and the camp will charge us for you whether you attend or not. EXCEPTIONS: If we fill your spot, we will do our best to refund your portion.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH STATEMENT: This meditation retreat is not a physical or mental health treatment and does not provide physical or mental health treatment resources.  If you are under treatment for a physical or mental condition, please consult your medical provider regarding the appropriateness of this experience for persons with your condition. If you are experiencing life trauma, emotional upheaval, or instability that might require individual support beyond our scheduled meetings with teachers, the retreat format may not be a good match at this time. Should you have questions, please contact the retreat organizers listed.

LODGING & ROOMS Most retreatants are assigned to shared lodging options, which will spaciously sleep about 3-5 people, have their own bathroom, and are well-heated. Single housing is limited; we will do our best to house you with adequate space in cabins, dorms, or rooms.

If you wish to camp, you may bring a tent or a camper. There are NO hookups available on site. You will have access to a shared heated bathhouse.

This is a tentative schedule. Please click the plus symbol to expand the schedule.

FOR QUESTIONS AND MORE INFORMATION, EMAIL: OWretreats@gmail.com

RETREAT REGISTRATION: J

RETREAT PLANNING TEAM: Sandi, Gina, and J.

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2026 OPEN WAY RETREATS

Spring Retreat: Michael Ciborski April 30 - May 3

Fall Retreat: Barbara Newell September 24 - 27