weekly group meditation
& discussion sessions
in the lap of nature

Every Sunday from July 6 through sometime in the fall (see below)

Interested in meditation? We warmly welcome you to join us for our weekly group meditation and discussion sessions in the supportive natural setting of our yurt beside the creek. Rooted in the Buddhist tradition, and open to everyone regardless of background, belief, or prior experience.

What: 30-minute group meditation session followed by a short discussion on topics related to the contemplative and compassionate life.

When: 10:00am till noonish, every Sunday (seasonally). For the 2025 summer-autumn season, our Sunday sits will begin July 6 and continue until sometime in the autumn (TBD depending on weather; check back here in September/October for further details). Please plan to show up between 9:30 and 9:40 to make sure you have time to find us, park, walk to the meditation yurt, and get settled in before 10:00.

Where: Earthville Institute and Suvarnabhumi Sanctuary —  a lovely, peaceful creekside setting on Cherry Creek Road (about 35-40 minutes west of Durango or 20 minutes south of Mancos). Contact us using the link below for directions. (Note: you’ll need to contact us before your first visit so that we can have someone meet you to show you the way to the yurt.)

Who: Your fellow community members and kindred spirits from all walks of life, hosted by facilitators who are long-time practitioners in the Buddhist tradition and who are trained and authorized in the lineages of their main teachers (primarily Mingyur Rinpoche and Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche) to facilitate these practices and discussions..

Encouragement: Everyone is welcome. Feel free to come as you are. The greatest benefits come from keeping up a regular practice, but know that you’re welcome whether it’s just once, or every week, or whenever you like.

Free of charge (donations welcome but not expected)

For more on our approach to meditation and yoga at Earthville Institute, see this page.