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Road Scholar Retreats: Santa Cruz, California Road Scholar Retreats: Oakhurst, California
LAND OF MEDICINE BUDDHA EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE CENTER OAKHURST (ECCO)
Revitalize, Renew and Refresh Learning in the Shadow of Yosemite
A rustic retreat center in a redwood forest just miles from The south entrance to Yosemite National Park just 12
California’s Central Coast, the Land of Medicine Buddha miles away, the Episcopal Conference Center Oakhurst
welcomes Road Scholars to a tranquil setting for learning (ECCO) is the home base for Road Scholars with a thirst
and reflection. Holistic experts lead illuminating sessions for learning and a love of nature. ECCO sits on 160
on meditation and movement classes, as well as wise acres forested with oaks, manzanita, incense cedar
eating, peace of mind and newfound energy. Situated and ponderosa pine. It’s a perfect place to set out on
on 170 acres just south of Santa Cruz, the retreat offers field trips for perhaps a first glimpse of Half Dome and
beautiful murals with the life story of Buddha, three Yosemite Valley from historic Tunnel View. Or to learn
large Prayer Wheels, a Meditation Bell and a loop trail for about the geological saga of the park, as well as the
contemplation and relaxation. interwoven natural and human history.
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Information about all retreats at
Land of Medicine Buddha Information about all retreats at ECCO
Lodging: Rustic retreat center with simple rooms and Lodging: Two split-level lodges with ground-floor
private baths. parking and entrance at each level amid 160 lovely
forested acres.
Good to Know: No alcohol allowed on-site. Cell phone
reception is limited; there is a public phone on the Good to Know: No TVs in rooms but one in common
property. Wi-Fi in Pine Room. No TVs. Housekeeping area. Wi-Fi is available throughout. Housekeeping once
once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own a week. ECCO does not sell alcohol; guests must bring it
table. with them. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
Go online for more programs, activity levels and Go online for more programs, activity levels and
details: www.roadscholar.org/buddha details: www.roadscholar.org/ecco
Other programs at Rejuvenation Retreat for Women Choose Your Pace: Hiking Yosemite Other programs at ECCO
Land of Medicine Buddha Up Close and Personal
Immerse yourself in restorative traditions as • Seasons of Magic in Yosemite:
• California Vegetarian Cuisine, Buddhist you practice gentle healing techniques, learn Hike at the pace you choose each day and see Splendor in the Sierra Nevada (1197ATH)
Thinking & Qi Gong (7726ATH) Qi Gong and self-acupressure and discover the authentic Yosemite with experts. Discover • National Parks of the Sierra Nevada:
art of guided meditation for deep inner peace. giant sequoias and glacially-carved valleys and
• Buddhist Insights into Living & Dying, Energy learn the story of this national treasure. Yosemite, King’s Canyon and Sequoia
Massage and Qi Gong (8408ATH) (20197ATH)
Length: 4 or 5 days/3 or 4 nights
• The Magic of Watercolor & Meditation for • The Beauty of Yosemite and the Joy of
Relaxation & Joy (23721ATH) Meals: 9 or 12 total Length: 6 days/5 nights Watercolor (2317ATH)
Program No. 6734ATH Meals: 15 total
Program No. 13977ATH • Photograph Yosemite: Capturing Waterfalls,
Cliffs and Domes (8713ATH)
2020 Dates: Mar 23-26, May 4-7, Aug 17-21,
Sep 21-24, Oct 12-15, Nov 30-Dec 3 2020 Dates: Apr 26-May 1, May 3-8, May 10-15,
Per-person pricing starts at May 17-22, May 24-29, May 31-Jun 5, Jun 7-12,
$649 DBL | +$100 SGL Aug 30-Sep 4, Sep 6-11, Sep 20-25, Sep 27-Oct 2,
Oct 4-9, Oct 11-16, Oct 18-23, Oct 25-30
August 17, 2020: This 5 day program includes an
Herbs for Vitality class. Per-person pricing starts at
$1,299 DBL | +$100 SGL
6 Ready for adventure? Call us toll free (877) 426-8056 to get started! For more information and to start your next program visit www.roadscholar.org/retreats2020 7
