The Day of Mindfulness starts outside of the Ocean of Peace Meditation Hall above the main parking lot. It is open for the public to come and practice with the monastic and lay practitioners of Deer Park Monastery.
This Day of Mindfulness is also the last day of our Family Retreat.
Schedule
| 9:00 AM | Walking Meditation |
| 10:00 AM | Dharma Talk |
| 11:20 PM | 5 Mindfulness Trainings Transmission Ceremony |
| 12:30 PM | Picnic Lunch |
There is no registration for the Day of Mindfulness; you just show up. There is no cost incurred for participation in the day, but dana (donation) is greatly appreciated. There are donation boxes in the meditation and dining halls. The monastery provides lunch.
We ask that all guests please wear modest clothing such as shirts that cover the shoulders and midsection and pants or long skirts that cover the knees even while sitting in a meditative posture.
Scheduled Days of Mindfulness occur rain or shine.