What to Bring

Must-haves packing list –please add your name to your belongings.

• Labeled water bottle with a leak proof lid. There are multiple locations to refill your water bottle 

• Layered comfortable clothing (jeans, yoga pants, shorts, tops, sweatshirts, etc.)

• Comfy shoes

• Pajamas, robe, slippers/flip flops, ear plugs (soft ones are available at most drug stores)

• Menstrual supplies (there’s lots of female energy which could trigger your cycle early)

• Toiletries -shower gel/soap, shampoo, toothbrush, brush, blow dryer, etc. Towels are provided.

• Warm jacket, rain gear (Seattle = rain) hat, gloves, scarf for nighttime or early morning walks

• Flashlight and batteries or use your cell phone—it’s very dark at night and we want you to be safe while walking from place to place

• Chargers!!

• Any special dietary items. There is very limited communal refrigeration in the Dining Room for those with special dietary needs.

• Prescription medications, small first aid kit, insurance cards and emergency contact information

• Costumes, props, sheet music, etc., for Divine Expression Theater (talent show)

Optional items - label these, too!

•   Crazy PJs, costumes, scarves, sarongs. Be yourself!

•    Fun colors for main sessions: Thursday PM:  red, orange, yellow, Friday AM: silver or metallic colors, Friday PM: gothic or black clothes, Saturday AM: PJs and Onesies, Sunday AM: white, sparkles and bling.

•     Extra sweater or small blanket. If you are sitting by an outside door, it’s nice to have an extra layer.

•       Personally created arts, crafts, jewelry, pottery, fiber art, paintings, etc. for the Artisan Faire, plus displays, extra change, Square and/or paper credit card authorization forms. Wi-Fi may be uncertain.

•        Drums, rattle, flutes, rain sticks, guitars, or other musical instruments for the drumming circle, or instruments for the Sound Bath- singing bowls (Tibetan or Crystal), gongs, drums, chimes, or cymbals.

•         Yoga mat or towel for the ground/floor if you wish to participate in yoga or stretching.

•         Commuter coffee cup (labeled) with a lid. Cups/mugs from the Dining room need to stay in the Dining room.

•         Family pictures for our communal altar, including photos of those who have transitioned (put your name on the back so we know those to whom they belong.)

•         Business cards or event flyers to share at the community table.

•         Gently used jewelry, spiritual items, or books that you wish to give away at the Gift Exchange table.

•         Extra cash: Suggested amount $75-$150 for gas (be sure to share with your carpool driver), meals while traveling, appreciation gifts for staff, money for Artisan Faire purchases, musician/speaker CDs/books, and cash, checks or credit cards for pre-registration for 2025 retreat ($99)

•         Allergy/cold medications/natural remedies or EpiPen for food allergies or bee allergies

•         CPAP and extension cord for those with sleep apnea

•         Sacred or “homey” items to embellish your room, battery operated candles are okay.

•         Board games, puzzles, or outdoor games to share during free time.

•         Personal art/craft materials, a journal, or a book for quiet hour every day (the Colman Craft Center is also available during this time)

•         Headset or ear buds for music players or phones. The walls are thin. Even if you think the volume is low, your neighbors will be able to hear (that includes conversations, so be aware of quiet hour).

•         Bicycles are allowed, so if you are traveling by car and can fit it in, bring your bike to get from location to location.

• Please leave the following at home:

•         Pets are not allowed on the property. If you have a service animal that you must bring, please contact Marylyn Kirk at sisterspiritlove@gmail.com and discuss this with her.

•         Unregistered guests - everyone must be registered in advance.

•         Complaints or a closed mind – nobody wants that! 

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