Vajrapani
Family
Camp
Family Camp I
July 11-13
Family Camp II
July 24-27
These camps are a
delightful mix of play and structure offering children
exposure to Tibetan Buddhist thinking and practice.
They create the opportunity for adults and
children to share in shaping a family foundation in the
Dharma.
Family Camp has been a popular
highlight of our summer program since 1994. We now offer two camps each summer. Designed
for children from age 5 – 12, and their parents or a significant
adult, the
program begins either Thursday or Friday evening and finishes on
Sunday
mid-afternoon. Some families choose dormitory accommodations,
while others enjoy a camping experience in our beautiful redwood
forest.
Our purpose is to offer
children a foundation in Tibetan Buddhist thinking and practice, to remind or instruct parents in some
basics of philosophy and rituals, and to foster the values of Dharma in
daily life. In a delightful mix of play and structure, both kids and
adults have the opportunity to do an art project or two, meditate in
age appropriate groups, enjoy a docent-led nature walk, learn how to
offer water bowls, do a fire puja and other traditional rituals,
participate in or applaud a talent show, and much more.
Children are placed into three
age groups: the Compassionate Cubs,
Power Pals or Wisdom
Warriors, while there is an adult track for Family
and Friends. A
different Buddha, such as Tara or Vajrapani, is the
theme for each camp; meditations, mantras and the qualities of
that
Buddha pervade the camp activities, including discussions that
encourage practical ways of bringing new ideas and behaviors
back home.
Camp staff range in age from
teens to grandparents, and quite a few
have been involved since the beginning. With a kid-friendly menu
in
buffet style, attention to each family’s needs and a spirit of
community and cooperation, many of our campers say this is the
highlight of their year and return annually. We invite new
applicants
to join the Vajrapani Camp family.
For information and
registration contact Giselle Tsering
Phone:
831-429-8760
Email: tara@cruzio.com
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