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Retreat for Spanish Speakers
The monks and nuns of Deer Park Monastery greatly anticipate our first retreat for Spanish speakers from July 29-31. Please help us get the word out to those who may […]
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Mindfulness in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
This year we have been experimenting with hiking and climbing trips. With two retreats completed, we are now ready to offer our third trip to the Golden Trout Wilderness in […]
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Hearing My Songs
A young person shares of her journey from attending a Teen Camp at age 16 followed by several more years of visiting Deer Park. They found a home.
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The Little Buffalo in Pursuit of the Sun
The Little Buffalo in Pursuit of the Sun is a prose poem by Thich Nhat Hanh that explores in early years as a novice monk in Vietnam.
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COsmic REligion (CORE) – A Music Infused Contemplation
Our dear Brother Freedom is in Europe for a few months and is offering this piece of music in honor of the Earth. We begin with some words from our Teacher, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh.
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Wild Flowers of Deer Park
Wild flowers at Deer Park are blooming in the spring. Explore both native and non-native beauty in this photo gallery.
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How To Live When A Loved One Dies
Our sister monastery in Mississippi will be offering this retreat May 4-8 and you are invited to join them at Magnolia Grove Monastery. Learn more and register. A retreat on […]
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Touching the Earth
For many who visit the monastery, the practice of touching the earth can feel foreign. This practice comes in several forms, and the most common is practiced during the opening […]
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Teen Camp Staff Program!
Deer Park Monastery is now looking for staff members to help us during our next special retreat. Before, during, and after the retreat, we need additional help, so we are […]
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Pilgrimage in India
Walk in the Footsteps of the Buddha with Plum Village Monastics and Dharma Teachers You are invited to walk in the footsteps of the Buddha in India with monastic and […]
