Rigpa 2008 Autumn Retreat | |
[ Home| Overview | Secure Online Registration | Directions to the Retreat ] Complete Retreat Information The Profound Method of Bringing Forth the Nature of Mind
with Sogyal Rinpoche
Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa
8727 Soda Bay Rd
Kelseyville, California 94541
November 28th – December 7th, 2008
Weekend Option: November 28 - Dec 1
How to Register In accordance with Sogyal Rinpoche’s request, please plan to stay for the entire Autumn Retreat, until the teachings are complete. For the weekend option, this is Monday, December 1, around 2:00 PM. For the full retreat, this is on December 7th, around 2PM. This will allow you to receive a full set of teachings and will help to maintain a quiet and undistracted environment for the retreat. There are TWO STEPS to register:
Register with Rigpa: - Late Online Registration
- Preregistration is now closed, and the late registration fee of $550 for the Full Retreat and $275 for the Weekend Option now applies. Please plan to arrive at Konocti Harbor Resort by 5:00 pm on November 28th to get your welcome packet and complete the registration process.
- Arrange for Travel and Lodging
- Book Accommodation with Konocti Harbor Resort
The retreat will take place at the Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa on Clear Lake, near the town of Kelseyville, California. Located north of the San Francisco Bay Area on 100 acres of lakefront shoreline, the resort features a full recreational facility and spa.
Review the accommodation information below and select your preferences. If you would like to share a room or apartment, form your own group from among friends and then call the reservation desk at Konocti Harbor Resort at (800) 660-LAKE(5253) to reserve a room or visit the Konocti Harbor Resort website for more information. - Consider Sharing Travel and/or Lodging Resources
In order to help people find accomodations, we have a new online roommate and ride share board. When you register with the board you will receive an email with your login password. You will then be able to place or answer advertisements for rooming or travel.
The board is accessible at: http://rigpaus.org/ads/. In order to maintain security, the board is moderated, so your posting will not appear right away. Please note the release of liability below when using the listings and placing your postings.
AGREEMENT TO RELEASE RIGPA OF LIABILTY - Please note that Rigpa is providing this list as information only and does not prequalify or screen the listings or the people posting them, and does not take any responsibility for arrangements made via these listings. Your ad will be published on rigpaus.org and be viewable on the internet. By placing your ad or using the information on these listings, you agree to release Rigpa Fellowship from any liability for arrangements made or incidents which may occur as a result of using these listings.
Retreat Fee The retreat fee supports the retreat and the work of Rigpa. It is separate from the cost of accommodation, meals, transportation, and offerings for the teachings. Use the information listed below to calculate your retreat fee. There are no retreat fees for children and teens under 18. Work study positions are available for those with financial hardship. Rigpa will send you information on the application procedure when you request it by email at annscheerer@hotmail.com. The deadline for filing a scholarship or work study application is November 1st. Please apply as early as possible. After your application is approved, you will be given instructions on how to register. If you can make a contribution to the scholarship fund, that contribution will be used to make it possible for others to attend the retreat.
- Accommodation Costs
The accommodation chart details the cost of different types of rooms. - Add 9% occupancy tax to rates in the chart.
- A limited number of rollaway beds are available from Konocti upon request for an additional fee.
- No charge for children 17 years of age or younger sharing a guest room with their parents utilizing existing bedding.
- Konocti does not allow Recreational Vehicles
- Reservations
- Call the reservation desk at Konocti Harbor Resort at (800) 660-LAKE (5253) to book accommodations.
- Advance reservations are recommended. Room availability cannot be guaranteed without reservations.
- Rigpa is not responsible for arrangements you make with Konocti Harbor Resort. Please inquire with Konocti Harbor Resort regarding their cancellation policy.
- Sharing Accommodations
- If you wish to find a roommate or share a ride to the retreat please visit the Rigpa Travel Share Board . You will need to login to use the board. This site is for people who have a room and want to share it, and people who don\'t have a room and want to share one. Rigpa is not responsible for any arrangements made on this page. This is a great way to meet people and can be a lot of fun.
Retreat Fee Chart | Type Of Registration | Postmarked by | Full Retreat | Weekend Option
| | Pre-Registration | September 15th* | $395 | $175
| | Regular | November 17th* | $475 | $225
| | Late and OnSite Registration | After November 17th* | $550 | $275
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* Refunds will be given until November 10th less a $35 processing fee.
Accommodation Fee Chart Fees quoted are for single or double occupancy. Additional roll-away beds are available at a fee of $10/night. The "per person" rates are calculated for your convenience and apply to guests over 11 years old. | Room Type, for: | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Standard Room | $74.00 | $74.00 | $84.00 | $94.00 | ...per person, per night
| $74.00 | $37.50 | $28.00 | $23.50 | | Deluxe Room | $84.00 | $84.00 | $94.00 | $104.00 | ...per Person, per night
| $84.00 | $42.00 | $31.33 | $26.00 | | Haven/BeachCottage | $119.00 | $119.00 | $129.00 | $139.00 | ...per Person, per night
| $119.00 | $59.50 | $43.00 | $34.75 | | Suite | $144.00 | $144.00 | $154.00 | $164.00 | ...per Person, per night
| $144.00 | $72.00 | $52.33 | $41.00 |
Call the reservation desk at Konocti Harbor Resort at (800) 660-LAKE(5253) or visit the Konocti Harbor Resort website for more information. Meals
Most rooms are equipped with a microfridge and a coffee pot. For those who do not rent apartments with full kitchens, the Konocti restaurant serves American style food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Transportation by Charter Bus
The bus is now full and bus registration is now closed. However, you can call 1.858.551.2523 (After Nov 21, call 1.831.531.4854) to be put on a waiting list. Please leave your name, email address, and phone number if you leave a message. The bus will leave from San Francisco Airport at 2:00 pm on Friday, November 28th. There will be a return bus to San Francisco Airport scheduled to leave Konocti at 2:00 pm on Sunday, Dec 7th, the final day of the retreat. No refunds for the bus will be given.
You can also post an ad on the Rigpa Travel Share Board. There is no bus back for the Weekend Option There is no bus back for the Weekend Option. We will also post a rideboard at the retreat.
Transportation by Car For driving directions please visit the Directions Page.
If you wish to find or share a ride to the retreat please visit the Rigpa Travel Share Board. This site is for people who have a car and can offer a ride to the retreat and those who need a ride. Rigpa is not responsible for any arrangements made on this page. This is a great way to meet people and can be a lot of fun. Dharma Program for Children and Familes
For information about childcare, please request information by email at ymansell@earthlink.net (recommended) no later than October 1st, or call (858)551-2523. There are no retreat fees for children and teens under 18. Health Care Advisory
If you are taking medication of any kind, please continue to take your medication as prescribed during the course of the retreat. Retreats are based on Tibetan Buddhist teachings and are not intended as a substitute for psychotherapy or medical treatment. If you have a psychological, psychiatric, or medical condition we recommend you consult your physician or therapist before applying, as we have no facilities to provide appropriate care if needed. If you disregard this advice we regret that Rigpa cannot be held responsible.
Other Questions? If you have questions not covered by this page, you may request information from email at 4rigpa@gmail.com, or call our office toll free 1 (866) 200 5876, or outside the U.S. dial 1 (858)551-2523. After November 21, please call 1.531.831.4854.
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